Installing system options, System fans, Removing the front system fan – Dell PowerEdge 1800 User Manual

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Installing System Options

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Installing System Options

This section describes how to remove and install the following components:

System fans

Optional redundant power supplies

Expansion cards

Memory modules

Microprocessors

System battery

Control panel

For information on installing a hard drive or other drives, see "Installing Drives."

System Fans

Your system includes the following system cooling fans:

Front system fan

Back system fan

Removing the Front System Fan

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.

1

Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the
electrical outlet.

2

Open the system. See "Opening the System" in "Troubleshooting Your System."

3

If your system is configured as a tower, lay the system on its right side.

4

Remove the baffle/back fan assembly. See "Removing the Baffle/Back Fan Assembly."

5

Remove all full-length expansion cards, if installed. See "Removing an Expansion Card."

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