Pre-Installation Planning; Power Requirements - Compaq ProLiant 5500 Setup And Installation Manual

Pre-installation Planning

This section discusses the power, grounding, and temperature requirements of
the Compaq ProLiant 5500 and 5500R server.

Power Requirements

IMPORTANT: Because of the 100 to 120 VAC electrical rating of each
power supply, some local electrical authorities may require either one 15-
Ampere circuit for each power supply or one 20-Ampere circuit for each pair
of power supplies.
The power load needs to be balanced between available AC supply
branch circuits.
The overall system AC current load must not exceed 80 percent of the
branch circuit AC current rating.
If power strips are used, the load should not exceed 80 percent of the
marked electrical current rating of the power strip.
The installation of this equipment shall be in accordance with Local/Regional
electrical regulations governing the installation of Information Technology
Equipment by licensed electricians. This equipment is designed to operate in
installations covered by the National Electric Code (ANSI/NFPA 70, 1993) and
the code for Protection of Electronic Computer/Data Processing Equipment
(NFPA-75, 1992).
This product is also designed for IT power systems with Phase to Phase voltage
of 230 V.
For electrical power ratings on options, refer to the product's rating label or user
documentation supplied with that option.
For use with Pentium II Xeon and Pentium III Xeon processor-based servers only
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, fire, or
damage to the equipment, do not overload the AC supply branch
circuit that provides power to the server. Consult the electrical
authority having jurisdiction over your facility wiring and
installation requirements.
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