Flow chart

Note: The 3RU cable assembly provides power to the 3RU fans from the System-Power board.

Note: One side of the cable is attached to a metal bracket that is accessible after the 3RU fan tray is removed. The other side of the cable assembly connects to the System-Power board and is accessible when the bottom panel is removed

Concerned parts

Necessary tools

• 1 x Phillips Screwdriver #2
• Hex Screwdriver

How to remove the 3RU Fan cable

1. Make sure the unit is placed in the upright position and the 3RU fan tray is removed

2. Locate the 3RU cable connector that is exposed after the 3RU fan tray is removed. The connector is attached on a metal bracket that is vertically mounted in the chassis.

   

3. Locate the snap lock on the top of the connector and push it back to release the connector from the bracket.

   

4. Push the connector up until the slots in the metal bracket align with the flanges on the connectors.

   

5. Gently pull the 3RU cable assembly away from the bracket.

   

6. Turn the unit upside-down and remove the bottom panel.

7. Locate the 3RU cable that is plugged on the System-Power board.

   

   

   Note: Only the Gen 1 system card is shown, but this connection is the same on the Gen 2 system card.
8. Remove the 3RU cable by gently pushing it out.

How to install the 3RU Fan Cable

To install the 3RU Fan Cable follow the same procedure in the reverse order.