HP ProLiant ML350e Gen8 v2 Server Maintenance and Service Guide

Removal and replacement procedures 32

Remove the access panel ("Access panel" on page 26).

6. If installed, remove the PCI air baffle ("PCI air baffle" on page 27).

7. Remove any installed full-length PCI expansion cards ("Full-length expansion board" on page 41).

8. Remove the system air baffle ("System air baffle" on page 28).

9. Remove the fan modules and the fan blank:

a. Disconnect the fan 1 cable from the connector.

b. Remove fan 1.

c. Disconnect the fan 2 cable from the connector.

d. Remove fan 2.

e. Remove the fan blank.

To replace the component, reverse the removal procedure.

Hot-plug drive blank

CAUTION: To prevent improper cooling and thermal damage, do not operate the server unless

all bays are populated with either a component or a blank.

To remove the component:

1. Remove the front bezel (on page 26).