How to Replace a Sun Fire X4640 Fan Module

Asset ID:	1-71-1302011.1
Update Date:	2018-05-16
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Solution Type Technical Instruction Sure

Solution 1302011.1 : How to Replace a Sun Fire X4640 Fan Module

Applies to:

Sun Fire X4640 Server - Version Not Applicable and later
Information in this document applies to any platform.

Goal

How to Replace a Sun Fire X4640 Fan Module.

Solution

DISPATCH INSTRUCTIONS

WHAT SKILLS DOES THE FIELD ENGINEER/ADMINISTRATOR NEED:
No special skills required, Customer Replaceable Unit (CRU) procedure

TIME ESTIMATE: 30 minutes

TASK COMPLEXITY: 0

FIELD ENGINEER/ADMINISTRATOR INSTRUCTIONS:

PROBLEM OVERVIEW: A Sun Fire X4640 Fan Module needs replacement

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

System shutdown is not required. This component is a hot-swappable CRU

WHAT ACTION DOES THE ENGINEER NEED TO TAKE:

1. Identify the Fan Module (FT1- FT4) which requires replacement

Refer to the Service Manual for the specific position of Fan.

2. Remove the Fan Module from the chassis

Pinch both plastic securing buttons toward the center of the fan tray, and simultaneously lift the
fan tray up and out of the chassis

3. Insert the new Fan Module into the chassis within 60 seconds after removal of the faulty fan module.

* Failure to insert the fan within 60 seconds will result on the machine powering off *

Push down gently until the connector is fully engaged and the plastic securing buttons snap
into place.

OBTAIN CUSTOMER ACCEPTANCE

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

PARTS NOTE:
Refer to the Service Manual for the specific position of Fan

REFERENCE INFORMATION:
- Service Manual http://download.oracle.com/docs/cd/E19273-01/

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