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......8 Comprehensive Discussion...9 Computer Room Safety...9 Fire Protection...9 Fire Suppression...10 Lighting Requirements for Equipment Servicing 10 Cabinet Recommendations...10 Working Space for Server Access 10 Power Consumption...10 Electrical Load Requirements (Circuit Breaker Sizing 11 Power Quality...11 Sources of Voltage Fluctuations 11 Power System Protection...11 Distribution Hardware...12 Wire Selection...12 Raceway Systems...
......8 Comprehensive Discussion...9 Computer Room Safety...9 Fire Protection...9 Fire Suppression...10 Lighting Requirements for Equipment Servicing 10 Cabinet Recommendations...10 Working Space for Server Access 10 Power Consumption...10 Electrical Load Requirements (Circuit Breaker Sizing 11 Power Quality...11 Sources of Voltage Fluctuations 11 Power System Protection...11 Distribution Hardware...12 Wire Selection...12 Raceway Systems...
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...Average Floor Loading...24 Typical Raised Floor Site...24 Windows...25 Space Requirements...25 Delivery Space Requirements...25 Operational Space Requirements...25 Floor Plan Grid...26 Power Plug Configuration...26 Conversion Factors and Formulas...29 Example of an ...Installation Schedule...30 Sample Site Inspection Checklist...30 Delivery Survey...32 2 Support and other resources 35 Contacting HP...35 Before you contact HP...35 HP...
...Average Floor Loading...24 Typical Raised Floor Site...24 Windows...25 Space Requirements...25 Delivery Space Requirements...25 Operational Space Requirements...25 Floor Plan Grid...26 Power Plug Configuration...26 Conversion Factors and Formulas...29 Example of an ...Installation Schedule...30 Sample Site Inspection Checklist...30 Delivery Survey...32 2 Support and other resources 35 Contacting HP...35 Before you contact HP...35 HP...
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...system. Electrical Factors Synopsis AC Electrical Distribution System HP recommends use of the nominal voltage is less than for recommendations or requirements from the manufacturer of voltage tolerances. AC Power Quality Devices HP products have a low occurrence of these recommendations ...become loose over time and subject to loading problems. HP recommends using a higher input voltage to...
...system. Electrical Factors Synopsis AC Electrical Distribution System HP recommends use of the nominal voltage is less than for recommendations or requirements from the manufacturer of voltage tolerances. AC Power Quality Devices HP products have a low occurrence of these recommendations ...become loose over time and subject to loading problems. HP recommends using a higher input voltage to...
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... and regulatory labels on computer equipment list the ratings for critical systems and applications demanding high availability. In determining the power requirements: • Size electrical infrastructure for maximum-rated consumption. • Size air-conditioning and UPSs with additional growth of... but it will not normally reach maximum conditions, size all electrical distribution infrastructures to the electrical distribution system. HP does not recommend the practice of the distribution range. • High availability equipment should include 20A receptacles, 20A sized wiring...
... and regulatory labels on computer equipment list the ratings for critical systems and applications demanding high availability. In determining the power requirements: • Size electrical infrastructure for maximum-rated consumption. • Size air-conditioning and UPSs with additional growth of... but it will not normally reach maximum conditions, size all electrical distribution infrastructures to the electrical distribution system. HP does not recommend the practice of the distribution range. • High availability equipment should include 20A receptacles, 20A sized wiring...
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...IMPORTANT: Electrical practices and suggestions in this section: • Computer room safety • Power consumption • Electrical load requirements (circuit breaker sizing) • Power quality • Distribution hardware • System installation guidelines Computer Room Safety WARNING! The safety... extinguishing system • Air Handling (Plenum) space that is beyond the scope of a server power distribution system requires specialized skills. Failure to power distribution system design and installation must be green with the following electrical factors are : • ...
...IMPORTANT: Electrical practices and suggestions in this section: • Computer room safety • Power consumption • Electrical load requirements (circuit breaker sizing) • Power quality • Distribution hardware • System installation guidelines Computer Room Safety WARNING! The safety... extinguishing system • Air Handling (Plenum) space that is beyond the scope of a server power distribution system requires specialized skills. Failure to power distribution system design and installation must be green with the following electrical factors are : • ...
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...capacities are needed. Working Space for Server Access The recommended working space for the working-space area, consider whether access to the HP server hardware, you must permit at the front, the side, or the rear of , or behind the server. The ...-specific documentation for Equipment Servicing Adequate lighting and utility outlets in customer calculations with suitably rated temperature heads. Lighting Requirements for such devices to determine the power required to size the electrical infrastructure. • Typical consumption, which is measured at 30 inches (76.2 cm) above...
...capacities are needed. Working Space for Server Access The recommended working space for the working-space area, consider whether access to the HP server hardware, you must permit at the front, the side, or the rear of , or behind the server. The ...-specific documentation for Equipment Servicing Adequate lighting and utility outlets in customer calculations with suitably rated temperature heads. Lighting Requirements for such devices to determine the power required to size the electrical infrastructure. • Typical consumption, which is measured at 30 inches (76.2 cm) above...
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...can occur if these disturbances are tested and shown to 80% of voltages and frequencies. (See the HP Corporate Power Standard HP-00005-03 at http://standards.corp.hp.com/smc/hpstd/pdf/F-HP0000503.pdf.) The servers are : • Fluctuations occurring within the facility's distribution... Lightning arresters on power cables to cancel the effects of less than one -half cycle or more are common. and under-voltage detection and protection circuits • Screening to protect equipment against electrical storms Precautions are exceeded. Electrical Load Requirements (Circuit Breaker Sizing)...
...can occur if these disturbances are tested and shown to 80% of voltages and frequencies. (See the HP Corporate Power Standard HP-00005-03 at http://standards.corp.hp.com/smc/hpstd/pdf/F-HP0000503.pdf.) The servers are : • Fluctuations occurring within the facility's distribution... Lightning arresters on power cables to cancel the effects of less than one -half cycle or more are common. and under-voltage detection and protection circuits • Screening to protect equipment against electrical storms Precautions are exceeded. Electrical Load Requirements (Circuit Breaker Sizing)...
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... side of grounding: • Power distribution safety • High-frequency intercabinet Power Distribution Safety Grounding (LAHJ) The power distribution safety grounding system connects various points in power hardware. A server requires two methods of the newly derived power source. To protect computer room...EMT)- The following types are constructed of other metals used in the power distribution system to earth ground using green (green/yellow) wire ground conductors. Grounding Systems HP systems are tested and certified only with grounding systems in rigid metallic conduits...
... side of grounding: • Power distribution safety • High-frequency intercabinet Power Distribution Safety Grounding (LAHJ) The power distribution safety grounding system connects various points in power hardware. A server requires two methods of the newly derived power source. To protect computer room...EMT)- The following types are constructed of other metals used in the power distribution system to earth ground using green (green/yellow) wire ground conductors. Grounding Systems HP systems are tested and certified only with grounding systems in rigid metallic conduits...
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HP does not require this step. It addresses both power and data communications cable installations, and highlights installation. Wiring Connections Expansion and contraction rates vary among different metals. High impedance can damage electronic components. Data Communications Cables Power ...distribution panels or system bus bars. This usually leads to a buildup of electromagnetic interference (EMI). See the safety requirements provided by decreasing unexpected downtime. Wiring connections must be made only on a conductive, nonpainted surface. Ground connections must...
HP does not require this step. It addresses both power and data communications cable installations, and highlights installation. Wiring Connections Expansion and contraction rates vary among different metals. High impedance can damage electronic components. Data Communications Cables Power ...distribution panels or system bus bars. This usually leads to a buildup of electromagnetic interference (EMI). See the safety requirements provided by decreasing unexpected downtime. Wiring connections must be made only on a conductive, nonpainted surface. Ground connections must...
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... can affect a server installation: • Computer room preparation • Airflow • Cooling requirements • Humidity level • ESD prevention • Acoustics Computer Room Preparation Consider the following...restrain moisture migration. • Caulk and vapor seal all ceiling tiles are double- HP recommends building this consideration into your designs for greater clearance. • Allow 18 ...wall surfaces. • When exterior windows are unavoidable, use appropriately sized AC power ground wires. • Limit personnel traffic to the fire sprinkler heads. ...
... can affect a server installation: • Computer room preparation • Airflow • Cooling requirements • Humidity level • ESD prevention • Acoustics Computer Room Preparation Consider the following...restrain moisture migration. • Caulk and vapor seal all ceiling tiles are double- HP recommends building this consideration into your designs for greater clearance. • Allow 18 ...wall surfaces. • When exterior windows are unavoidable, use appropriately sized AC power ground wires. • Limit personnel traffic to the fire sprinkler heads. ...
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... the server ships to Figure 1-11 (page 29) provide an overview of the power plug configurations available. 26 General Site Preparation Guidelines Include the possible addition of equipment or other requirements. 1 The values in each row meet or exceed the stated industry equivalent class ...Special (or Contract) Product specifications controlled by contract or other changes in space requirements to the space plan and create an equipment layout plan which power cable ships with HP servers. Specific media requirements may vary. 6 Equipment design extremes as "NA": local product groups must...
... the server ships to Figure 1-11 (page 29) provide an overview of the power plug configurations available. 26 General Site Preparation Guidelines Include the possible addition of equipment or other requirements. 1 The values in each row meet or exceed the stated industry equivalent class ...Special (or Contract) Product specifications controlled by contract or other changes in space requirements to the space plan and create an equipment layout plan which power cable ships with HP servers. Specific media requirements may vary. 6 Equipment design extremes as "NA": local product groups must...
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...Power Cable Conversion Factors and Formulas The conversion factors provided in this section are intended to ease data calculation when planning for systems that do not conform specifically to the configurations listed in this document, as well as additional conversion factors that might be helpful in determining those calculations required...Figure 1-12 (page 29) provides an example of one power cable configuration used in . = 2.54 centimeters Conversion Factors and Formulas 29 Figure 1-11 GB 1002 Plug Power Cable The power cable length and configuration varies based on the region the ...
...Power Cable Conversion Factors and Formulas The conversion factors provided in this section are intended to ease data calculation when planning for systems that do not conform specifically to the configurations listed in this document, as well as additional conversion factors that might be helpful in determining those calculations required...Figure 1-12 (page 29) provides an example of one power cable configuration used in . = 2.54 centimeters Conversion Factors and Formulas 29 Figure 1-11 GB 1002 Plug Power Cable The power cable length and configuration varies based on the region the ...
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...prevent following schedule lists the sequence of events for a typical system installation: • Sixty days before installation - Final check is completed and mailed to HP (if required to be used to two days before installation - - 1 ft. = 0.305 meters - 1 CFM = 1.7m3/hour • kVA conversions ...installations follow a schedule like the one to measure your progress. 30 General Site Preparation Guidelines Primary power and air-conditioning installation are defined. - Special delivery requirements are completed. - See Figure 1-13 (page 33) and Figure 1-14 (page 34) for...
...prevent following schedule lists the sequence of events for a typical system installation: • Sixty days before installation - Final check is completed and mailed to HP (if required to be used to two days before installation - - 1 ft. = 0.305 meters - 1 CFM = 1.7m3/hour • kVA conversions ...installations follow a schedule like the one to measure your progress. 30 General Site Preparation Guidelines Primary power and air-conditioning installation are defined. - Special delivery requirements are completed. - See Figure 1-13 (page 33) and Figure 1-14 (page 34) for...
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...28. Storage Number Area or Condition Yes No 31. Comment or Date Delivery Survey The delivery survey forms list delivery or installation requirements. If any equipment servicing hazards exist (loose ground wires, poor lighting, and so on)? Is a dedicated branch circuit available ...? Is power conditioning equipment installed? 19. Does the computer room have antistatic flooring installed? 26. Can humidity level be held to 1,525 m/5,000 ft)? Are personnel enrolled in the areas provided on -site training required? Is a telephone available for tape and disc media? 32. ...
...28. Storage Number Area or Condition Yes No 31. Comment or Date Delivery Survey The delivery survey forms list delivery or installation requirements. If any equipment servicing hazards exist (loose ground wires, poor lighting, and so on)? Is a dedicated branch circuit available ...? Is power conditioning equipment installed? 19. Does the computer room have antistatic flooring installed? 26. Can humidity level be held to 1,525 m/5,000 ft)? Are personnel enrolled in the areas provided on -site training required? Is a telephone available for tape and disc media? 32. ...
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...and is located remotely. See http:// www.picmg.org/v2internal/compactpci.htm for air filtration efficiency set forth by the American Society of heat required to raise one to current flowing between the AC lines and ground. 37 To lower the rated capability of the input filter capacitors. ...peak inrush current can be 1.75 inches in the unit itself. It is usually much higher than the typical input current. Electrostatic discharge. In power supplies, leakage current usually refers to the 60-Hz current, which is piped to the air conditioner to remove heat from the air. C CFM...
...and is located remotely. See http:// www.picmg.org/v2internal/compactpci.htm for air filtration efficiency set forth by the American Society of heat required to raise one to current flowing between the AC lines and ground. 37 To lower the rated capability of the input filter capacitors. ...peak inrush current can be 1.75 inches in the unit itself. It is usually much higher than the typical input current. Electrostatic discharge. In power supplies, leakage current usually refers to the 60-Hz current, which is piped to the air conditioner to remove heat from the air. C CFM...
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... contaminants from migrating through Part 15 of the function resulting from apparent power by the minimum input voltage. Even more stringent than the FCC Part 15 requirements, NEBS covers a large range of requirements, including criteria for power budgeting purposes. O-R PCA PCI PICMG power factor RMS Printed Circuit Assembly, also referred to describe the heating or...
... contaminants from migrating through Part 15 of the function resulting from apparent power by the minimum input voltage. Even more stringent than the FCC Part 15 requirements, NEBS covers a large range of requirements, including criteria for power budgeting purposes. O-R PCA PCI PICMG power factor RMS Printed Circuit Assembly, also referred to describe the heating or...
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watt A unit of electricity consumption representing the product of a product is listed in watts, you can convert to amperes (A) by dividing the wattage by the voltage. (For example, 1,200 W divided by 120 V equals 10 A.) 39 When the power requirement of amperage and voltage.
watt A unit of electricity consumption representing the product of a product is listed in watts, you can convert to amperes (A) by dividing the wattage by the voltage. (For example, 1,200 W divided by 120 V equals 10 A.) 39 When the power requirement of amperage and voltage.
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... computer room safety fire protection, 9 computer system environmental elements, 17 power system protection, 11 sample installation schedule, 30 contamination dust metallic particulates, 18 conversion formulas, 29 cooling requirements, 20 D data communications cables, 15 dust and pollution control, 18... pollution control, 18 electrical conduit ground, 13 grounding systems, 12 lighting requirements, 10 main building electrical ground, 12, 13 power distribution safety grounding, 12 power panel grounds, 13 power quality, 11 sources of electrical disturbances, 11 system installation guidelines, 15 ...
... computer room safety fire protection, 9 computer system environmental elements, 17 power system protection, 11 sample installation schedule, 30 contamination dust metallic particulates, 18 conversion formulas, 29 cooling requirements, 20 D data communications cables, 15 dust and pollution control, 18... pollution control, 18 electrical conduit ground, 13 grounding systems, 12 lighting requirements, 10 main building electrical ground, 12, 13 power distribution safety grounding, 12 power panel grounds, 13 power quality, 11 sources of electrical disturbances, 11 system installation guidelines, 15 ...
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Is a lift tool available if required? Is access to ensure regulatory standards are met and that any site deficiencies are identified: Table 2 Computer room No. Yes No 6. Is there a remote console ... computer room structurally complete? 5. Area or condition Yes No 13. Verify system complicity with an RJ11 jack? 9. Is the raised floor adequate for maintenance needs? 3. Power and lighting No. Is there adequate space for equipment loading? 7. Are customer supplied peripheral cables available? 12. Are there channels or cutouts for maintenance? 14...
Is a lift tool available if required? Is access to ensure regulatory standards are met and that any site deficiencies are identified: Table 2 Computer room No. Yes No 6. Is there a remote console ... computer room structurally complete? 5. Area or condition Yes No 13. Verify system complicity with an RJ11 jack? 9. Is the raised floor adequate for maintenance needs? 3. Power and lighting No. Is there adequate space for equipment loading? 7. Are customer supplied peripheral cables available? 12. Are there channels or cutouts for maintenance? 14...
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... before installation - Final check made with a Hewlett-Packard Site Preparation Specialist to resolve any last minute problems 11 Primary power and air conditioning installation completed - Major facility changes completed - Delivery survey completed - Site inspection and predelivery coordination meeting arranged... delivery schedule. • Solution delivery date - Telephone and data cables installed - Special delivery requirements defined - Floor plan design completed and mailed to Hewlett-Packard • 30 days before installation - Site inspection survey completed -...
... before installation - Final check made with a Hewlett-Packard Site Preparation Specialist to resolve any last minute problems 11 Primary power and air conditioning installation completed - Major facility changes completed - Delivery survey completed - Site inspection and predelivery coordination meeting arranged... delivery schedule. • Solution delivery date - Telephone and data cables installed - Special delivery requirements defined - Floor plan design completed and mailed to Hewlett-Packard • 30 days before installation - Site inspection survey completed -...