DS8000 Service Documentation Version 6.3.3

MAP6030 Management console laptop enclosure cooling

Use this MAP to determine if there is a problem with the management console hardware. This MAP might direct you to procedures in other sections of this service guide or to other service guides.

MAP6030 Section-1

Procedure

  1. The Model 951 management console laptop enclosure has additional cooling provided by four fans mounted to the Ethernet switch tray at the rear of the rack.
    • The fans receive their power from the Ethernet switch power supplies.
    • The fan rotation is not monitored by the microcode, so fan errors are not reported in serviceable events.
    • Adequate cooling is provided with three of the four fans operational. If only two fans are operation, the laptop cooling may be marginal.
    • A failing fan can be replaced concurrent with customer operation.
  2. Inspect each of the four fans for rotation. Use one of the following methods:
    1. At the front of the rack, extend the laptop tray out to the service position and then use a flashlight to look inside to check the rotation of the four fans.
      Figure 1. Ethernet tray fans, view from front of rack.
      Ethernet tray fans, view from front of rack.
    2. At the rear of the rack, remove the two screws Callout label 1, rotate the hinges inwards and down, then pull the baffle Callout label 2 to the rear of the rack to expose the fans.
      Figure 2. Ethernet switch tray air baffle
      Ethernet switch tray air control baffle
      Figure 3. Ethernet switch tray fans
      Ethernet switch tray fans
  3. Were one or more fans not rotating?
    • Yes, exit this MAP and replace the failing fan. There is no parts exchange procedure using the HMC parts exchange menu option. Instead, go to Exchange the Ethernet switch tray fan (Model 951 only).
    • No, the problem that occurred when the laptop tray is in the normal operation position is not caused by any of the four fans. Install the Ethernet switch tray air baffle, if it was removed. Return to the beginning of the management console isolation procedures or call the next level of support.