How Remove and Replace a X4540 Fan Module:ATR:2042:0

Asset ID:	1-71-1318116.1
Update Date:	2011-05-02
Keywords:

Solution Type Technical Instruction Sure

Solution 1318116.1 : How Remove and Replace a X4540 Fan Module:ATR:2042:0

Applies to:

Sun Fire X4540 Server - Version: Not Applicable and later [Release: N/A and later ]
Information in this document applies to any platform.

Goal

How Remove and Replace a X4540 Fan Module.

Solution

CAP PROBLEM OVERVIEW: Replacing a Fan Module

DISPATCH INSTRUCTIONS

WHAT SKILLS DOES THE ENGINEER NEED: General HW Service Skills

DELIVERY REQUIREMENT:
IMMEDIATE

Estimate AP Duration = 0.5 hours

FIELD ENGINEER INSTRUCTIONS

WHAT STATE SHOULD THE SYSTEM BE IN TO BE READY TO PERFORM THE RESOLUTION ACTIVITY? :

The fans are hot-swappable and can be removed and replaced while the system is running. Do not keep the fan tray access cover open for more than 60 seconds at a time to avoid overheating the server. Remove and replace only one fan module at a time.
Note - Enclosure cooling might be affected by dust and contaminant build-up. It is recommended that the enclosure be opened and checked approximately every six months, or more often in dirty operating environments. Check component heat sinks, fans, and air openings. If necessary, clean the enclosure by brushing or blowing contaminants or carefully vacuuming contaminants from the enclosure.

WHAT ACTION DOES THE ENGINEER NEED TO TAKE:

If the server is in a rack, slide it far enough out of the rack so that you can access the fan modules.
From the front of the enclosure, open the fan tray access cover.
Using a No. 2 Phillips screwdriver, loosen the two captive screws on the left and right sides.
Identify the defective fan module.
A defective fan module shows a lit amber (middle) LED: The fan should be replaced.
Remove the fan module.
Caution - Be careful to not damage the gaskets when you remove the fan module.
Using your thumb and forefinger, grasp the top handle of the fan module and lift the module up and out of the chassis.
Install the new fan module.
- Align the new fan module with the bay in the chassis.
- Lower the fan tray into the bay until it comes into contact with the connector on the fan board.
- Push down gently until the connector is fully engaged.
Once fully engaged, the amber LED (middle) on the fan tray may light momentarily.Caution - Fan trays tend to bias forward due to a gasket at the rear of the air plenum. The fan tray must be kept vertical or the edge connector at the bottom of the fan tray will not engage the main board connector. The connector can be damaged if the fan tray is pressed too forcefully.
Close the fan cover and tighten the retaining screws on the left and right sides of the cover.

OBTAIN CUSTOMER ACCEPTANCE

WHAT ACTION DOES THE CUSTOMER NEED TO TAKE TO RETURN THE SYSTEM TO AN OPERATIONAL STATE:

PARTS NOTE:

REFERENCE INFORMATION: http://download.oracle.com/docs/cd/E19469-01/819-4359-19/819-4359-19.pdf

Attachments

This solution has no attachment