Removing the SAN Volume Controller 2145-8F2 or SAN Volume Controller 2145-8F4 fan holder and fan backplanes

The fan holder with fan backplanes field-replaceable unit (FRU) is supplied as a kit of parts. Replace only the failed assembly and discard any unused part.

Perform the following steps to remove the fan holder with fan backplane:
  1. Turn off the node while ensuring that its data is mirrored and synchronized. See MAP 5350: Powering off a SAN Volume Controller node for more information.
  2. To make sure that you can replace all cables in the same ports from which they were removed, record the position of all fibre-channel and Ethernet cables; then remove all cables from the back of the node.
  3. Remove the node from the rack and place it on a flat, static-protective surface. See Removing the SAN Volume Controller from a rack.
  4. Remove the top cover. See Removing the top cover.
  5. Unplug the fans from the fan backplane.
  6. Remove the screws and set them in a safe place.
  7. Disconnect the fan cable.
  8. Pull the fan bracket out of the node.
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