How to Replace an Oracle Server X7-2 Fan Module

Asset ID:	1-71-2322824.1
Update Date:	2018-05-14
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Solution Type Technical Instruction Sure

Solution 2322824.1 : How to Replace an Oracle Server X7-2 Fan Module

Applies to:

Oracle Server X7-2 - Version All Versions to All Versions [Release All Releases]
x86_64

Goal

How to Replace an Oracle Server X7-2 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: An Oracle Server X7-2 Fan Module needs replacement

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

A fan module replacement does not require the system to be powered down. However when "hot replacing" a fan module with the system powered on the replacement must be done within 20 seconds to maintain adequate cooling within the system. Make sure that the replacement fan module is readily available and removed from it's packaging before starting this process.

WHAT ACTION DOES THE ENGINEER NEED TO TAKE:

1. Prepare the server for service.

Extend the server to the maintenance position in the rack.
Remove the top cover.

2. Identify the faulty fan module. Each fan module has a fan status indicator (LED) that is located next to the module. If the LED is amber, the fan module has failed.

3. Using your thumb and forefinger, grasp the fan module in the finger recesses located in the plastic between the fans. Lift the fan module straight up and out of the chassis and set it aside on an antistatic mat. Caution - When removing a fan module, do not rock it back and forth. Rocking a fan module can cause damage to the motherboard connectors.

4. Install the replacement fan module into the server. Position the replacement fan module into the server. The fan modules are keyed to ensure that they are installed in the correct orientation.

5. Press down on the fan module and apply firm pressure to fully seat the fan module.

6. Verify that the fan module fault indicator (LED) on the replacement fan module is not illuminated.

7. Return the Server to operation

Replace the top cover
Remove any anti-static measures that were used.
Return the server to it's normal operating position within the rack.

OBTAIN CUSTOMER ACCEPTANCE

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

Confirm that the replaced fan module is no longer reporting as failed.

REFERENCE INFORMATION:
Oracle Server X7-2 Documentation

https://docs.oracle.com/cd/E72435_01/index.html

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