Fan removal and replacement, Time and items required, Removing a fan – Brocade Communications Systems Brocade VDX 8770-4 User Manual

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Brocade VDX 8770-4 Hardware Reference Manual

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Fan removal and replacement

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5. Insert the power supply into the slot.

6. Rotate the handle upward to fully seat the power supply.

7. Tighten the captive screw.

ATTENTION

This equipment installation must meet NEC/CEC code requirements. Consult local authorities for
regulations.

Fan removal and replacement

Use this procedure to remove and replace a fan.

ATTENTION

The Brocade VDX 8770-4 can continue operating during the fan replacement.

Time and items required

The replacement procedure for each fan takes less than 5 minutes. The following items are
required for the fan replacement:

Replacement fan

#2 Phillips screwdriver

Removing a fan

For the following procedure, refer to

Figure 17

.

Complete the following steps to remove a fan from the chassis.

1. Before removing a fan, verify that the other fans are functioning properly. The power LEDs

should be steady green.

DANGER

Be careful not to insert your fingers into the fan while removing it from the device. The fan may
still be spinning at high speed.

2. Use the screwdriver to loosen the four captive screws at the top and bottom of the fan.

3. Grasp the handle and pull, sliding the fan from the chassis and supporting the fan from

beneath as you remove it.

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