Dell Force10 S60-44T Installing the S60 System - Page 33

Install a Fan Filter

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To replace a fan module, follow these steps: Step 1 2 3 4 Task Loosen the securing screw at the top of the fan module. CAUTION: You must complete steps 2 and 3 within five minutes or the system powers down. If a fan module is not installed in each slot (either as part of the PSU or as an independent fan module), the system powers down when it exceeds an internal temperature threshold. Use the grab handle to slide the fan module out of the bay. Use the grab handle on the replacement fan module to slide it into the bay. Tighten the captive screws on the replacement fan module. Ensure the fan module is secure. Install a Fan Filter Use the fan filters with the reverse (R) flow fan modules and PSU/fan modules only. You can replace them individually on each fan within the module without powering down a PSU module or disrupting traffic. The fan filters and retainers pop into the fan guards on the module. There is no need to unscrew the filter guard. To install a fan filter, follow these steps: Step Task 1 Using your fingernail, gently pry the filter retainer off the filter guard. 2 Remove the filter. 3 Replace the filter and retainer with a new set. Gently press the filter retainer into the filter guard until it snaps in. 4 Repeat for all the fan filters, if necessary. Fans and Filters | 33

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To replace a fan module, follow these steps:
Install a Fan Filter
Use the fan filters with the reverse (R) flow fan modules and PSU/fan modules only. You can replace
them individually on each fan within the module without powering down a PSU module or disrupting
traffic.
The fan filters and retainers pop into the fan guards on the module. There is no need to unscrew the filter
guard.
To install a fan filter, follow these steps:
Step
Task
1
Loosen the securing screw at the top of the fan module.
CAUTION:
You must complete steps 2 and 3 within five minutes or the system powers down. If a fan
module is not installed in each slot (either as part of the PSU or as an independent fan module), the system powers
down when it exceeds an internal temperature threshold.
2
Use the grab handle to slide the fan module out of the bay.
3
Use the grab handle on the replacement fan module to slide it into the bay.
4
Tighten the captive screws on the replacement fan module. Ensure the fan module is secure.
Step
Task
1
Using your fingernail, gently pry the filter retainer off the filter guard.
2
Remove the filter.
3
Replace the filter and retainer with a new set. Gently press the filter retainer into the filter guard until it snaps in.
4
Repeat for all the fan filters, if necessary.