Chapter 2. Front Fan Module
Replacement
2.1. Front Fan Module Replacement Overview
This is a high-level overview of the steps needed to replace the front fan modules.
1. Identify failed front fan module through BMC or with the fan module LED and submit a service
ticket
2. Get replacement from NVIDIA Enterprise Support
3. Remove failed fan module
4. Insert new fan module
5. Conrm new fan module is working correctly through BMC or the operating system tools
6. Return/ship the failed unit to NVIDIA Enterprise Support using the packaging provided
2.2. Identifying a Failed Fan Module
You can identify a failed fan module using any of the following methods:
▶ Remove the system bezel and visually inspect the fan module LEDs.
▶ Run the nvsm show fans command and view the command output.
▶ Access the BMC web user interface and view the sensor data from the fans. If a fan is running
at an abnormal speed, then that fan needs to be replaced.
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