Replacing A Cisco Nexus 7010 System Fan Tray During Operations; Required Tools; Replacing A Cisco Nexus 7010 System Fan Tray - Cisco Nexus 7000 Series Hardware Installation And Reference Manual

Replacing a Cisco Nexus 7010 System Fan Tray During Operations

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Turn the module counterclockwise so that its components can be seen from above, and place the module
Step 5
on an antistatic surface.
Place one hand under the replacement fan tray and the other hand on its handle on the middle of the front
Step 6
of the fan tray.
Pick up the module and turn it clockwise so that its left side is on top.
Step 7
Align the fan tray to the open fan tray slot in the chassis and press the module all the way into the slot
Step 8
until its front comes in contact with the chassis and the top and bottom spring clips click.
Make sure that the STATUS LED turns on and is green.
Step 9
Replacing a Cisco Nexus 7010 System Fan Tray During
Operations
The Cisco Nexus 7010 switch has two system fan trays located on the upper backside of the chassis (see
Figure 1-5 on page
Warning Hazardous voltage or energy is present on the backplane when the system is operating. Use caution
when servicing. Statement 1034
This section describes how to replace a system fan tray (N7K-C7010-FAN-S) and includes the following
topics:
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Required Tools

You need a flat-blade or number 2 Phillips-head screwdriver to loosen or tighten the captive screws on
the fan tray.

Replacing a Cisco Nexus 7010 System Fan Tray

The Cisco Nexus 7010 system fan tray is designed to be removed and replaced while the system is
operating, but you should replace the fan tray within a couple of minutes to maintain the designed system
airflow.
When removing the fan tray, keep your hands and fingers away from the spinning fan blades. Let the
Warning
fan blades completely stop before you remove the fan tray. Statement 258
To replace a Cisco Nexus 7010 system fan tray, follow these steps:
Place an antistatic mat or antistatic foam where you can place two fan trays.
Step 1
Choose a place that prevents damage to the fan trays while they are outside the chassis.
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Chapter 9 Replacement Procedures
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