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Generic Site Preparation Guide HP Part Number: 5991-6018_ed4 Published: March 2010 Edition: Fourth Edition - HP Superdome SX2000 | Generic Site Preparation Guide, Fourth Edition - Page 2
to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors - HP Superdome SX2000 | Generic Site Preparation Guide, Fourth Edition - Page 3
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 - HP Superdome SX2000 | Generic Site Preparation Guide, Fourth Edition - Page 4
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 - HP Superdome SX2000 | Generic Site Preparation Guide, Fourth Edition - Page 5
List of Figures 1-1 Raised Floor Metal Strip Ground System 14 1-2 C20 Male Receptacle (at Power Supply 27 1-3 C19 Female Plug (on One End of the Power Cord 27 1-4 Unterminated Plug...27 1-5 L6-20 Plug...27 1-6 IEC 309 Plug...28 1-7 CEE 7-7 Plug...28 1-8 L6-30 Plug...28 1-9 NEMA 5-20P Plug (left) - HP Superdome SX2000 | Generic Site Preparation Guide, Fourth Edition - Page 6
19 1-2 Effect of Humidity on ESD Charge Levels 22 1-3 Floor Loading Term Definitions...23 1-4 Typical Raised Floor Specifications 24 1-5 Product Technical Requirements Based on Customer Environments 25 1-6 Customer and HP Information...31 1-7 Site Inspection Checklist...31 6 List of Tables - HP Superdome SX2000 | Generic Site Preparation Guide, Fourth Edition - Page 7
specific server service guide for the guidelines required to support the specific server. The following information provides general principles and practices to consider before installing or operating the system. These guidelines apply to all customer environments that an HP product problems. HP - HP Superdome SX2000 | Generic Site Preparation Guide, Fourth Edition - Page 8
costs in the beginning, but it will cause problems as infrastructure grows. Average-sized wiring can be used with power quality devices, such as UPSs, but not with the electrical infrastructure. In determining the power requirements: • Size electrical infrastructure for maximum-rated consumption - HP Superdome SX2000 | Generic Site Preparation Guide, Fourth Edition - Page 9
(LAHJ) and should make the final decision regarding adherence to region-specific or area-specific electrical codes and guidelines. The proper design and installation of a server power distribution system requires specialized skills. Those responsible for this task must have a thorough knowledge - HP Superdome SX2000 | Generic Site Preparation Guide, Fourth Edition - Page 10
system. HP server hardware, you must consider any peripheral equipment that will be installed during initial installation or a later update. See the safety and regulatory labels on equipment or applicable product-specific documentation for such devices to determine the power required to support - HP Superdome SX2000 | Generic Site Preparation Guide, Fourth Edition - Page 11
RMS current ratings. Power Quality HP servers operate over a wide range 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 tested and shown to comply with EMC Specification EN50082; however - HP Superdome SX2000 | Generic Site Preparation Guide, Fourth Edition - Page 12
side of the newly derived power source. IT Power System This product has not been evaluated for connection to an IT power system (an AC distribution system having no direct connection to earth according to IEC 60950). A server requires two methods of grounding: • Power distribution safety • High - HP Superdome SX2000 | Generic Site Preparation Guide, Fourth Edition - Page 13
cabinets might need high-frequency ground return paths in addition to the safety or power distribution system 50-60Hz grounding system. HP recommends the use of a properly installed signal reference grid (SRG) also bonded to the 50-60Hz grounding system. WARNING! Do not use cabinet-to-floor ground - HP Superdome SX2000 | Generic Site Preparation Guide, Fourth Edition - Page 14
pedestal to four (4) strips using 1/4-inch (6.0-mm) bolts tightened to the manufacturer's torque specification. Figure 1-1 Raised Floor Metal Strip Ground System Equipment Grounding Implementation Details Connect all HP equipment cabinets to the site ground grid as follows: 1. Check that the braid - HP Superdome SX2000 | Generic Site Preparation Guide, Fourth Edition - Page 15
HP does not require this step. System Installation Guidelines This section contains information about installation practices and highlights some common installation hazards. It addresses both power and data communications cable installations, and highlights installation cause serious problems, such - HP Superdome SX2000 | Generic Site Preparation Guide, Fourth Edition - Page 16
HP temperature and humidity recommendations follow newly established industry standards in the the equipment. Equipment might develop internal hot spots, resulting in sluggish performance or even system failure. Rather than designing a layout to maximize a planning grid worksheet whitespace, - HP Superdome SX2000 | Generic Site Preparation Guide, Fourth Edition - Page 17
is increasing in processor and memory density even as server installation: • Computer room preparation • Airflow • Cooling requirements • Humidity level • ESD prevention • Acoustics Computer Room Preparation Consider the following guidelines to prepare a computer room for a server: • Locate - HP Superdome SX2000 | Generic Site Preparation Guide, Fourth Edition - Page 18
) orientation. • Route the airflow (air conditioned supply and return) to be parallel to the aisleways. • Adhere to the temperature and humidity standards located at: http://standards.corp.hp.com/ smc/hpstd/pdf/F-HP0000501.pdf. HP product specifications for temperature and humidity are measured at - HP Superdome SX2000 | Generic Site Preparation Guide, Fourth Edition - Page 19
of surrounding equipment. • Locate printers and paper products in a separate room to eliminate paper particulate problems. • Establish a no can also damage electronics. Chemical contaminant levels in customer environments for HP hardware products must not exceed G1 (mild) levels of Group A chemicals - HP Superdome SX2000 | Generic Site Preparation Guide, Fourth Edition - Page 20
. This equipment must include: • Air filtration • Cooling or dehumidification • Humidification • Reheating • Air distribution • System controls When calculating cooling requirements, include the heat generated by lighting and personnel. For example, a person dissipates about 450 Btus per hour while - HP Superdome SX2000 | Generic Site Preparation Guide, Fourth Edition - Page 21
return air. See Table 1-5: "Product Technical Requirements Based on Customer Environments" (page 25) for more information. Configure the air-distribution system to deliver adequate supply air to the cooling air intake vents of the server equipment cabinets. Maintain supply air temperature within the - HP Superdome SX2000 | Generic Site Preparation Guide, Fourth Edition - Page 22
damage during servicing operations. Paper feed problems on high- a plastic chair 24,600 V 23,000 V 18,500 V 14,800 V 1 Source: B.A. Unger, Electrostatic Discharge Failures of Semiconductor Devices the HP ESD Standard HP-00005-04 at: http:// standards.corp.hp.com/smc/hpstd/pdf/F-HP0000504.pdf. - HP Superdome SX2000 | Generic Site Preparation Guide, Fourth Edition - Page 23
support the combined weight of the installed server plus the weight of the individual cabinets, cabling, and peripheral devices. See the following table for descriptions of terms used to configure load (per floor panel) that the floor system can support without failure. Failure is defined by floor - HP Superdome SX2000 | Generic Site Preparation Guide, Fourth Edition - Page 24
Floor Site This section contains an example of a computer room raised floor system that is satisfactory for the installation of a server. Based on specific information provided by HP, Tate Access Floors has approved its Series 800 all-steel access floor with bolt-together stringers and 24 inches (61 - HP Superdome SX2000 | Generic Site Preparation Guide, Fourth Edition - Page 25
delivery plans. Operational Space Requirements Consider the following factors in addition to the basic equipment dimensions: • Eliminate obstructions to equipment intake or exhaust flow. • Determine locations of lighting fixtures and utility outlets affecting servicing operations. Plan equipment - HP Superdome SX2000 | Generic Site Preparation Guide, Fourth Edition - Page 26
locations of the following items: • Air-conditioning vents • Lighting fixtures • Utility outlets • Access areas for power wiring and air-conditioning filters • Equipment cable routing • Doors Power Plug Configuration Several power cables are designed for use with HP servers. The region the server - HP Superdome SX2000 | Generic Site Preparation Guide, Fourth Edition - Page 27
for the server. Female End of Power Cable The female end of the HP server is a C19 plug that connects the C20 receptacle in each power supply installed in the HP server. Figure 1-2 C20 Male Receptacle (at Power Supply) Figure 1-3 C19 Female Plug (on One End of the Power Cord) Male End of Power Cable - HP Superdome SX2000 | Generic Site Preparation Guide, Fourth Edition - Page 28
Figure 1-6 IEC 309 Plug Figure 1-7 CEE 7-7 Plug Figure 1-8 L6-30 Plug Figure 1-9 NEMA 5-20P Plug (left) and receptacle (right) Figure 1-10 ISI 32 Plug 28 General Site Preparation Guidelines - HP Superdome SX2000 | Generic Site Preparation Guide, Fourth Edition - Page 29
configuration used to supply power to the server. Figure 1-12 L6-20 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 guide - HP Superdome SX2000 | Generic Site Preparation Guide, Fourth Edition - Page 30
the sequence of events for a typical system installation: • Sixty days before installation - Floor plan design is completed and mailed to HP (if required to be an HP task). • Thirty days before installation - Primary power and air-conditioning installation are completed. - Telephone and data cables - HP Superdome SX2000 | Generic Site Preparation Guide, Fourth Edition - Page 31
? 5. Is a raised floor installed and in good condition? 6. network line available? 9. Is a telephone line available? 10. Are customer-supplied Power and Lighting Number Area or Condition Yes No 13. Are lighting levels adequate for maintenance? 14. Are AC outlets available for servicing - HP Superdome SX2000 | Generic Site Preparation Guide, Fourth Edition - Page 32
shelving available for documentation? Training Number Area or Condition 33. Are personnel enrolled in the System Administrator's Course? 34. Is on-site training required? Comment or Date Delivery Survey The delivery survey forms list delivery or installation requirements. If any of the items - HP Superdome SX2000 | Generic Site Preparation Guide, Fourth Edition - Page 33
or recommendations form. The following list gives examples of special instructions or issues: • Packaging restrictions at the facility, such as size and weight limitations • Special delivery procedures • Special equipment required for installation, such as tracking or hoists • What time the facility - HP Superdome SX2000 | Generic Site Preparation Guide, Fourth Edition - Page 34
ELEVATOR Fill in the following information if an elevator is required to move equipment. Capacity (lb or kg) Depth Height Width Depth Height Width STAIRS Please list number of ights and stairway dimensions. Number of ights Width Width Number of ights Width Width Width Width 60SP019A 11/24/99 - HP Superdome SX2000 | Generic Site Preparation Guide, Fourth Edition - Page 35
contact HP: • Technical support registration number (if applicable) • Product serial number • Product model name and number • Product identification number • Applicable error message • Add-on boards or hardware • Third-party hardware or software • Operating system type and revision level HP contact - HP Superdome SX2000 | Generic Site Preparation Guide, Fourth Edition - Page 36
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has jurisdiction. The capability of an air-conditioning system to remove heat from the air. A term relating to current flowing between the AC supply wires and earth ground. The term does not necessarily denote a fault condition. In power supplies, leakage current usually refers to the 60-Hz - HP Superdome SX2000 | Generic Site Preparation Guide, Fourth Edition - Page 38
system, the electrical power connection, excessive heat or blocking the natural airflow, and connecting wires or cables. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulates a portion of this problem through Part 15 of its rules and regulations. Even more stringent than the FCC Part 15 requirements - HP Superdome SX2000 | Generic Site Preparation Guide, Fourth Edition - Page 39
watt A unit of electricity consumption representing the product of amperage and voltage. When the power requirement 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 - HP Superdome SX2000 | Generic Site Preparation Guide, Fourth Edition - Page 40
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level, 22 I installation schedule, 30 L lighting requirements, 11 M main building electrical ground, 12 metallic particulate contamination, 19 P pollution control, 18 power distribution hardware, 12 safety grounding, 12 power plug configuration, 26 power quality, 11 power system protection, 11 41 - HP Superdome SX2000 | Generic Site Preparation Guide, Fourth Edition - Page 42
R raised floor ground system, illustrated, 14 loading, 24 specifications, 24 relative humidity, 22 row orientation, 18 S site inspection checklist, 30 sources of electrical disturbances, 11 space requirements, 25 delivery space requirements, 25 system installation guidelines, 15 data communications
Generic Site Preparation Guide
HP Part Number: 5991-6018_ed4
Published: March 2010
Edition: Fourth Edition