How to Replace Fan for PowerEdge R760xd2

Learn the essentials of cooling fan installation with this straightforward guide. Covering fan cover removal to securing the cooling fan in place, ensure optimal system cooling.

Prerequisites
Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions.
Power off the system and all attached peripherals.
Disconnect the system from the electrical outlet and disconnect the peripherals.
If applicable, remove the system from the rack.
Remove the system cover.

Removing the fan cover
Using a 1/4-inch flat head or Phillips #2 screwdriver, turn the lock counterclockwise to the unlock position.
Press the release tabs on the fan cover, and slide the cover towards the front of the system.
Lift the cover from the system.

Removing a cooling fan:
Press the orange release tab and lift the cooling fan from the cooling fan cage.

Installing a cooling fan:
Lower the cooling fan into the cooling fan cage, until the orange release tab clicks into place.

Installing the fan cover
Align the tabs on the system cover with the guide slots on the system.
Slide the cover towards the rear of the system, until the system cover locks in place.
Using a 1/4 inch flat head or Phillips #2 screwdriver, turn the lock clockwise to the lock position.

Replace the system cover.
If applicable, install the system into the rack.
Reconnect the peripherals and connect the system to the electrical outlet, and then power on the system.