Cabinet Performance Grounding (High-Frequency Ground)
Signal interconnects between system cabinets require high-frequency ground return paths. Connect all
cabinets to site ground.
NOTE
In some cases, power distribution system green (green/yellow) wire ground conductors are too
long and inductive to provide adequate high frequency ground return paths. Therefore, a
ground strap (customer-supplied) should be used for connecting the system cabinet to the site
grounding grid (customer-supplied). When connecting this ground, ensure that the raised floor
is properly grounded for high frequency.
Power panels located in close proximity to the computer equipment should also be connected to the site
grounding grid. Methods of providing a sufficiently high-frequency ground grid are described in the next
sections.
Chapter 2
General Site Preparation Guidelines
Electrical Factors
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