Replacing a cooling fan, 1 ensure that the fan is oriented correctly, 4 close the system. see "closing the system – Dell POWEREDGE R610 User Manual

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Installing System Components

Replacing a Cooling Fan

1 Ensure that the fan is oriented correctly.

Orient the fan module so that the side with the power cable faces towards

the back of the system.

2 Slide the fan module into the fan assembly until the fan is fully seated. See

Figure 3-14.

3 Connect the fan’s power cable to the power connector on the system

board.

4 Close the system. See "Closing the System."

Removing the Fan Assembly

CAUTION:

Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You

should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your
product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and
support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered
by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the
product.

NOTE:

The procedure for removing each individual fan module is the same.

1 Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect

the system from its electrical outlet.

2 Open the system. See "Opening the System."
3 Disconnect each fan’s power cable from the system board. See Figure 3-14.
4 Lift the two latches on the top of the fan assembly, then lift the fan

assembly from the chassis.

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