HP BL680c HP BladeSystem c-Class Site Planning Guide

HP BL680c - ProLiant - G5 Manual

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    HP BladeSystem c-Class Site Planning Guide Part Number 443250-002 January 2009 (Second Edition)
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    is for the person who plans for and installs HP BladeSystem c-Class products. Only persons experienced in server blade technology and configuration should attempt these procedures. HP assumes you are qualified in the installation and servicing of computer equipment and trained in recognizing hazards
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    space requirements ...20 Operational space requirements...20 Equipment clearance and floor loading 20 Floor plan grid ...21 HP BladeSystem enclosure environmental specifications 22 Rack and accessory footprints ...22 Front door clearance...23 Best practices for deployment in rows 26 Contents
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    -phase AC configuration 45 HP BladeSystem enclosure DC power configuration 46 Power supply specifications ...47 Single-phase HP 2250W Power Supply specification 47 Single-phase HP 2400W High Efficiency Power Supply specification 48 Three-phase HP 2250W Power Supply specification (North America
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    Formulas ...66 Technical support...67 Before you contact HP...67 HP contact information ...67 Acronyms and abbreviations...68 Glossary ...70 Index...72 Contents 5
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    and requirements (on page 51) This section provides system specifications for the HP BladeSystem c7000 Enclosure, HP 10000 and HP 10000 G2 series racks, and single-phase and three-phase power sources. • Configuration scenarios (on page 54) This section provides examples of maximum and typical
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    a wide variety of site and environmental planning services that can help to evaluate your data center site and install and configure your systems: • HP Quick Assessment for BladeSystem Environments-The HP BladeSystem Assessment Service is designed to help you determine the capability of your
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    information, see the HP website (http://h20219.www2.hp.com/services/cache/114078-0-0225 configured, installed, and maintained helps to create a suitable data center and aids the successful installation of the servers and generators, and other support equipment meet the demands of all the servers and
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    a typical computer room task. Air conditioning system guidelines HP recommends the following guidelines when designing a computer room air Standard 52-76, Dust Spot Efficiency Test). Air conditioning system types HP recommends the following air conditioning system types: • Chilled water package
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    front of the racks. The supply air is then available near the cooling air intake vents of the racks. Air conditioning system specifications All air conditioning equipment, materials, and installation must comply with any applicable construction codes. Installation of the various components of the
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    warm air, otherwise humidity levels can increase. Cabling requirements HP recommends using overhead cabling systems in high-density environments. Placing the following: 1. Determine the cable length limits for a specific model of interconnect. 2. Estimate the cabling constraints for interrack
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    websites: • Best practices for HP 10000 Series and HP 10000 G2 Series Racks on the HP website (http://h20000.www2.hp.com/bc/docs/support/SupportManual/c00883424/c00883424.pdf). • Rack and power page on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/rackandpower). HP recommends the following guidelines
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    guide and observe all applicable warnings and precautions. • Follow manufacturer instructions-Always refer to the individual equipment installation instructions cutoff switch • Devices specific to geographic location (such critical safety and business consideration. HP recommends the use of gaseous
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    the light level is measured at 762 mm (30 in) above the floor. Occupancy-controlled lighting, with manual override switches for use during extended occupancy periods or for servicing, is more efficient and less costly. For example, adequate lighting reduces the chance of connector damage when cables
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    environmental elements can affect HP BladeSystem c-Class product ESD events can cause component damage during service operations and equipment malfunction or damage during also been shown to cause high speed printer paper feed problems. Low humidity levels are often the result of the facility
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    contaminants are formed on the bottom of some raised floor tiles. Although this problem is relatively rare, it may be an issue within your computer room. Because cause permanent or intermittent failures on your electronic equipment, HP strongly recommends that your site be evaluated for metallic
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    website (http://www.hp.com/go/certificates). These levels are appropriate for dedicated computer room environments, not office environments. You must understand the acoustic noise specifications relative to operator positions within the computer room when adding additional systems to computer rooms
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    temperature is 10ºC and maximum relative humidity is limited to 80%. Specific media requirements may vary. 5 Allowable: equipment design extremes as measured at the equipment inlet. 6 Recommended: target facility design and operational range. 7 Must be noncondensing environment. 8 Local product
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    requirements for blade configurations can be obtained from the HP Blade Power Sizer on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/ server cold air intake, which improves datacenter cooling efficiency and reduces datacenter power usage. The HP Rack Airflow Optimization Kit supports all HP 10000 Series
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    mm (15 in) of clearance is needed around a power supply to facilitate servicing. For more information, see "Working space for component access (on page 14 mm (48 in) in front of a configured rack and 762 mm (30 in) to the rear of a configured rack is recommended. All buildings and raised computer
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    WARNING: When configuring a solution, make sure that the floor loading specifications are followed. Failure to do so can result in physical injury or damage to the equipment and the facility. 10000 and 10000 G2 Series Rack footprint (600 mm [24 in] wide) 10000 Series Rack footprint (800 mm [31.5 in]
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    HP BladeSystem enclosure environmental specifications Specification Value Temperature range* Operating 10°C to 35°C (50°F to infringes upon necessary clearances. Footprint for a 600 mm rack configuration with an extension kit installed (598 mm wide x 1184.9 mm deep): Environmental requirements
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    or remove the door from the rack being serviced. Slight differences exist between the opening allowances of the 10000 and 10000 G2 Series Racks because of the different geometries and construction of the doors. Front door clearance for 10000 Series Racks configured with 600 mm baying brackets is
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    • 90º access with one door closed • 120º access with both doors open Front door clearance for 10000 Series Racks configured with 24-in baying brackets is: • 102º access with one door closed Environmental requirements 24
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    with both doors open Front door clearance for 10000 G2 Series Racks configured with 600 mm baying brackets is: • 95º access with one door closed • 118º access with both doors open Front door clearance for 10000 G2 Series Racks configured with 24 in baying brackets is: Environmental requirements 25
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    that will not cause particulate or electro-static discharge issues. Fixed stabilizers are anti-tip side feet (front and side) that provide stability and support when equipment is installed, removed, or accessed within the rack. Rack rows with four or more bayed racks do not need a stabilizer kit
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    the front doors are facing each other. In the rear of the rack, a clearance of 762 mm (30 in) is required to provide space for servicing the rack. If a data center has multiple rows of racks, the rows of racks can be arranged to take advantage of the front-to-back
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    A B C D E 600W distance 470 mm (18.0 in) 235 mm (9.3 in) 987.1 mm (38.9 in) 231 mm (9.1 in) 462 mm (18.2 in) For more information, see the HP 10000 G2 Series Rack Tie-Down Option Kit Installation Instructions. Environmental requirements 28
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    design and installation of a server power distribution system requires specialized installation practices, produces the most trouble-free operation. A detailed discussion practices and suggestions in this guide are based on North America region-specific or area-specific electrical codes and
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    N+N redundant mode, according to the power supply specifications, the system is rated at a maximum input each). Some extreme configurations can simultaneously stress all 16 server blades to maximum load, the UPS equipment, transformers, switchgear, generators, and other infrastructure to provide 4MW
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    servers. These calculators can be found at the following locations: o For ML and DL products, on the HP website (http://h30099.www3.hp.com/configurator/powercalcs.asp) o For BladeSystem products, on the HP website (http://www.hp blade performance. HP specific electrical codes and guidelines. HP
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    • Utility service brownouts or sags • Faults in the power generation equipment • service. Use the following guidelines to provide the best possible performance of power distribution systems for HP or more rack-mounted PDUs. Depending on the configuration, it may be necessary or preferable to use
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    Additional power cords are available for single-phase solutions. See the HP Website (http://www.hp.com/go/rackandpower). All branch circuits used within a facility must information technology equipment such as servers and storage devices can be configured with backup or redundant power
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    enclosure, this quantity is typically a 2+2 or 3+3 power supply configuration. • N+1 design: Typically four power supplies are provided, requiring 200-240V input power to operate at their full-rated capacity. • The HP 2400W High Efficiency Power Supply operates only at 200-240V AC and provides
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    are considered suitable for this purpose. Using common power outlet strips to supply power to this equipment is not recommended. Grounding systems HP systems are tested and certified only with grounding systems in which a neutral return path and a protective earth are separate conductors without any
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    fault conditions. Power distribution systems consist of several parts. HP recommends that these parts be solidly interconnected to provide an ground to all points. Main building electrical ground The main electrical service entrance equipment should have an earth ground connection, as required by
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    issues and must be corrected before placing the equipment in service. Cabinet performance grounding (high frequency ground) Some safety power addition to the safety or power distribution system 50-60Hz grounding system. HP recommends the use of a properly installed SRG, also bonded to the
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    receptacles before the HP equipment arrives. For installation procedures, see the appropriate installation guide. Wiring connections too loose or too tight can have a high impedance that causes serious problems, such as erratic equipment operation. A high impedance connection overheats and sometimes
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    allotments are changed to match the server blade load. This feature optimizes the performance of the server blades while ensuring that the enclosure electrical load stays below the Dynamic Power Cap value. HP BladeSystem enclosure single-phase power configuration Use the following figures and steps
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    • HP BladeSystem c3000 Enclosure • HP BladeSystem c3000 Tower Enclosure Power requirements and considerations 40
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    • HP BladeSystem c7000 Enclosure To cable the enclosure using a single-phase AC configuration: 1. Connect the AC power cables to the power connectors on the rear of the enclosure corresponding to the power supply that was populated on the
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    . The time it takes to complete initialization depends on the number of server blades configured in the enclosure. For example, a full enclosure of 16 server blades might take 5 minutes to power up, while an enclosure with fewer server blades might take less time. When first initialized, the Onboard
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    the rated current on circuit breakers. c7000 PDU example The following figure shows an example configuration of three c7000 enclosures connected to HP S348 (part number AF916A) PDUs. This specific wiring configuration is used to ensure that the load is evenly balanced across all three phases of the
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    L2A Right L1A Port 2 = uppermost 1 = bottommost Top - 1 1 1 2 2 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 c3000 PDU example Two example redundant configurations are shown in the following figures: • N+N redundant, 5kVA enclosure configuration with 16A 3-phase PDU Power requirements and considerations 44
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    time it takes to complete initialization depends on the number of server blades configured in the enclosure. For example, a full enclosure of 16 server blades might take 5 minutes to power up, while an enclosure with fewer server blades might take less time. Power requirements and considerations 45
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    on the server blades during discovery. After the mezzanine cards are programmed, powering up the enclosure takes only 1 to 2 minutes. The enclosure and the Insight Display now have power. Configure the enclosure using the Insight Display. HP BladeSystem enclosure DC power configuration For telco
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    c3000 Enclosure DC configuation HP BladeSystem c3000 Enclosure HP BladeSystem c3000 Tower Enclosure Power supply specifications Single-phase HP 2250W Power Supply specification Specification Power cord Output Input requirements Value IEC-320 C19-C20 1.22 m (4 ft) 2250 W per power supply
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    13.9 A at 200 VAC 13.3 A at 208 VAC 12.6 A at 220 VAC 2780 VA at 200 VAC to 240 VAC Three-phase HP 2250W Power Supply specification (North America/Japan) Specification Value Power cords (2) NEMA L15-30p 2.44 m (10 ft) Max input current per line cord 22.6A at 200 VAC 21.8A
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    cord (maximum) Value 200 VAC to 220 VAC line-to-line 3-phase Delta 50 Hz to 60 Hz 7836VA Three-phase HP 2400W High Efficiency Power Supply specification (North America/Japan) Specification Value Power cords (2) NEMA L15-30p 2.44 m (10 ft) Max input current per line cord 24.0A at 200 VAC 23
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    Three-phase HP 2400W Power Supply specification (International) Specification Value Power cords (2) IEC-309 200/346-V phase WYE Rated input frequency 50 Hz to 60 Hz DC power supply specification Specification Output Input requirements Rated input voltage Rated input current per power supply
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    requirements Enclosure specifications The HP ProLiant c-Class enclosure specifications are provided for site planning purposes. For the latest specfications, see the HP website (http://www.hp.com/go/bladesystem/documentation). HP BladeSystem c7000 Enclosure specifications Specification Product
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    current list of all rack specifications, see the Best Practices document on the HP website (http://www.hp.com/support/HP10000G2SeriesRack_Manuals). Rack Height Width Depth Dynamic load (gross) Static load HP 10622 22U G2 HP 10636 36U G2 HP 10642 42U G2 HP 10647 47U G2 HP 10842 42U G2 600 mm
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    in) o Maximum rail length: 864 mm (34 in) Rack-free environment requirements The HP BladeSystem c7000 Enclosure (referred to as the enclosure) can be used in a rack-free • Never place an enclosure on a surface that cannot support up to 217.7 kg (480 lb). Hardware specifications and requirements 53
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    is based on the following configuration: • HP BladeSystem c7000 enclosure (1) • Ethernet Pass-Through Modules for HP BladeSystem (2) • HP ProLiant BL460c Server Blades (2) o 2.33-GHz Intel® Xeon™ processor 5148, dual-core (2 per server blade) o 4GB (4 x 1GB) RAM per server blade o 36GB 10,000-rpm
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    is based on the following configuration: • HP BladeSystem c7000 Enclosure (1) • HP Virtual Connect Ethernet Modules (2) • HP Virtual Connect Fibre Channel Modules (2) • HP 4X DDR InfiniBand Switch Module for HP c-Class BladeSystem (1) • HP ProLiant BL460 Server Blades (16) o 2.66-Ghz Intel® Xeon
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    • Best practices for HP 10000 Series and HP 10000 G2 Series Racks, available on the HP website (http://h20000.www2.hp.com/bc/docs/support/SupportManual/c00883424/c00883424.pdf). Modern blade systems should budget at least 4 kW of actual power use per enclosure at maximum configuration. Using modern
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    each rack in the configuration. You must add the weight of any components that are not included in the list of rack options, for example additional hard drives in the server blades. To obtain the weight of any individual component, see the QuickSpecs on the HP website. Component Quantity Weight
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    all warnings and cautions throughout the installation instructions. WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal safety requirements and guidelines for manual material handling. • Remove or damage to the equipment, you must adequately support enclosures during installation and removal. WARNING: Always
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    the server blade and/or the system. Use caution when performing other operations, such as hot-plug installations or troubleshooting. HP BladeSystem c-Class components can be found in the HP BladeSystem c-Class Maintenance and Service Guide. The same data can be determined by using the online HP
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    monitor. • Server console switch-If a console switch is configured, use the CPU-to-console switch cable included with the server. The standard cable, contact your local HP authorized reseller to obtain any of the following options: • 149363-B21-20-foot plenum cable • 149364-B21-40-foot plenum cable
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    and the rear of the rack to provide adequate access for installation and service. Rack configuration software To help you plan your rack configuration more efficiently, HP provides eCo-Enterprise Configurator, a powerful web-based service that enables you to build, store, and export end-to-end rack
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    checklist and arrange an installation schedule • 7 days before installation o Final check made with an HP site preparation specialist to resolve any last minute problems Sample checklists Customer and Hewlett-Packard information checklist: Customer information Name: Street address: Phone: City
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    ? 16. Is a dual power source used? If so, identify type and evaluate grounding. 17. Does the input frequency correspond to equipment specifications? 18. Are lighting arrestors installed inside the building? 19. Is power conditioning equipment installed? 20. Is there a dedicated branch circuit for
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    's Course? 35. Is on-site training required? Delivery survey Special instructions or recommendations should be entered on the special instructions or recommendations form. The following list gives examples of special instructions or issues: • Packaging restrictions at the facility, such as size
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    Elevator Capacity (kg or lb): Depth: Height: Width: Stairs Number of flights: Width: Preparing for installation 65
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    factors The conversion factors provided here are intended to help in data calculation for systems that do not conform to the specific configurations listed in this guide. Listed below are the conversion factors used in this document, as well as additional conversion factors that can be helpful in
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    /us/en/wwcontact.html). For HP technical support: • In the United States, for contact options see the Contact HP United States webpage (http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/contact_us.html). To contact HP by phone: o Call 1-800-HP-INVENT (1-800-474-6836). This service is available 24 hours a day
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    Acronyms and abbreviations ASHRAE American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers CPRA ceiling plenum return air DRA ducted return air EMI electromagnetic interference EMT electrical metallic tubing ESD electrostatic discharge LAHJ local authority has jurisdiction PDU power
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    UPS uninterruptible power system Acronyms and abbreviations 69
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    meters per minute, commonly used to measure the rate of air flow in an air conditioning system. concentrated load The load that a floor panel can support on a 6.45 cm2 (1 in2) area at the panel's weakest point (typically the center of the panel), without the surface of the panel deflecting more than
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    from step 1 is averaged over time. 3) The square root of the function resulting from step 2 is found. rolling load The load a floor panel can support (without failure) when a wheel of specified diameter and width is rolled across the panel. ultimate load The maximum load (per floor panel) that the
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    ground 36 configuration example 54, 55 configuration options 54 contact information 67 contacting HP 67 conversion 17 enclosure specifications 51 environmental requirements 15 environmental specifications 22 equipment 67 high frequency grounding 37 HP technical support 67 humidity 15 I importants
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    space requirements, delivery 20 space requirements, operational 20 specifications 47, 50, 51 support 67 T technical support 67 telephone numbers 67 third-party racks 27 three-phase AC configuration 45 W warnings 20, 37, 53, 58 website, HP 67 weight, estimating 57 wire selection 34 wiring connections
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HP BladeSystem c-Class
Site Planning Guide
Part Number 443250-002
January 2009 (Second Edition)