External Fan

This section provides instructions for replacing the external fan in the Power Link 2000.

Required Tools and Materials

T25 torx screwdriver

8 mm hex socket

Before You Begin

Before servicing the component, complete the following steps:

1. Power off.

2. Remove these:

   1. Top cap

   2. Front lower cover

   3. Front upper cover

   4. Cable cap

   5. Side panel

   6. Rear upper cover

After replacing the components, reverse the above steps to complete the service.

 

 

Replace the External Fan

1. Remove the screws (x4) to remove the fan cover.

   

   Torque these screws to 2.8 Nm (25 in-lb).

2. Press the latch and pull the connector to disconnect the cable.

   

   To reconnect, plug in. The latch must snap onto the receptacle connector with a click sound to ensure that the connection is secure.

3. Loosen the hex nuts (x4) and slide the fan's backplate up to remove.

    

   Torque these nuts to 4.5 Nm (40 in-lb).

Reverse the above steps to reinstall with replacement FRU Field Replaceable Unit.