Prerequisites
NOTE:Opening or removing the system cover when the system is on may expose you to a risk of electric shock. Exercise utmost care while removing or installing cooling fans.
NOTE:The cooling fan can continue to spin for some time after it has been powered down. Allow time for the fan to stop spinning before removing it from the system.
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 are shipped with your product.
CAUTION:To maintain optimum thermal conditions, ensure that there are no obstructions to airflow on the front and back of the enclosure. The front and back of the enclosure must have at least 30 cm (12-inches) and 61 cm (24 inches) of unobstructed space respectively.
CAUTION:The cooling fans are hot-swappable. To maintain proper cooling while the system is on, replace only one fan at a time.
NOTE:The procedure for removing each fan is identical.
Removing a fan:
Open the system.
Press the fan release tab and lift the cooling fan out of the cooling fan assembly.
cooling fan assembly
fan release tab
cooling fans (6)
cooling fan connectors (6)
Installing a fan:
Align the plug at the base of the cooling fan with the connector on the system board.
Slide the cooling fan into the securing slots until the tabs lock into place.
Close the system.
