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  • Page 1 Site Prep Guide HP SureStore E Disk Array XP512...

  • Page 2: Safety Notices

    Denotes a hazard that can cause limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and personal injury or death. fitness for a particular purpose. Hewlett-Packard shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance, or use of this material.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Revision History 7 Updates 8 Introduction The Site Prep Team and Tasks The Site Prep Team The HP Sales Representative (SR) 12 The HP Customer Engineer (CE) The HP Application Software Engineer (ASE) The Customer Site Prep Technical Tasks Site Planning Timetable 16 Preparing for Installation Safety Requirements...
  • Page 4 Physical Requirements Dimensions HP SureStore E Disk Array XP512 Weight 23 Specific Component Dimensions And Weights Service and Cable Routing Space Requirements Data Comm Requirements Phone Home With Continuous Track 38 Local Area Network (LAN) 39 Outside Phone Line 40 Electrical Requirements 41 Line Voltage 41 Branch Circuit Breakers 41...
  • Page 5 Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) UPS Features 58 UPS Limitations 58 Power Requirements: Single Secondary Input (Primary Offline) 59 Reference Supplier Information 59 Environmental Requirements Air Conditioning Ducts 60 Humidity 60 Dust and Pollution Control 61 HP SureStore E Disk Array XP512 Temperature and Humidity Specifications 61 Heat Dissipation Altitude...
  • Page 6 HP SureStore E Disk Array XP512: Site Prep Guide...

  • Page 7: Revision History

    Revision History 11 July 2000 First release. 23August 2000 Second release; filled in some missing values on the weight table (Chapter 3) Revision History...

  • Page 8: Updates

    Updates For the most current information about HP SureStore E XP products, visit the support web site: www.hp.com/support/xp512 For information about product availability, configuration, and connectivity, consult your HP account representative. HP SureStore E Disk Array XP512: Site Prep Guide...

  • Page 9: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION The objective of a site prep is to prepare your site for the successful and timely installation of your HP SureStore E Disk Array XP512. Proper site preparation and maintenance is vital to the reliability of your HP SureStore E Disk Array XP512.
  • Page 10 HP SureStore E Disk Array XP512: Site Prep Guide...

  • Page 11: The Site Prep Team And Tasks

    THE SITE PREP TEAM AND TASKS The HP service organization is committed to making sure you receive the maximum benefits of your HP SureStore E Disk Array XP512. Brief descriptions of the HP team and how they can assist you are included in this chapter.

  • Page 12: The Site Prep Team

    The Site Prep Team The site prep planning team is responsible for determining site location and location size, ensuring that construction requirements and local codes are met, and scheduling all events related to site completion to prepare for the successful installation and maintenance of the HP SureStore E Disk Array XP512.

  • Page 13: The Customer

    The Customer As part of the site prep planning team, your responsibilities include scheduling, planning, and preparing a suitable environment for the HP SureStore E Disk Array XP512. Your site team may include a site specialist for your computer room, a site electrician, and other site personnel specializing in your site computer room.

  • Page 14: Site Prep Technical Tasks

    Site Prep Technical Tasks Use the following table as an action item checklist. Customer Summary Customer: Contact: Telephone: Address: HP CE: Date: Time: Safety Reference á when completed q Is there a fire protection system in the computer room page 16 q Are there any equipment servicing hazards? page 16 Computer Room...
  • Page 15 Electrical Reference áwhen completed q Are two AC outlets/DKU (on different lines) available for the page 44 proposed equipment? q Does the input voltage correspond to equipment specifications? page 41 q Are the input circuit breakers adequate for equipment loads? page 41 q Does the input frequency correspond to equipment specifications? page 42...

  • Page 16: Site Planning Timetable

    Site Planning Timetable The following guidelines can be used to monitor the progress of your preinstallation preparation. The time between placing an order to actual arrival can vary, and we recommend conferring with your HP representative to determine the best estimated delivery dates for preparation of your site.

  • Page 17: Preparing For Installation

    PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION This chapter provides information for planning and preparing your site before and during installation of your HP SureStore E Disk Array XP512. Before installing your HP SureStore E Disk Array XP512, your site data center computer room must meet the requirements described in these sections: •...

  • Page 18: Safety Requirements

    Safety Requirements The following sections contain information to help you properly prepare your facility for the arrival of your disk array. Site Safety Consideration When making decisions concerning site safety, your first concern should be the safety of your personnel and then the safety of your equipment. Two major safety considerations for any computer site are fire safety and emergency power-off.

  • Page 19: General Computer Room Requirements

    General Computer Room Requirements The goal of a computer room is to maintain an ideal environment for your computer equipment, including your HP SureStore E Disk Array XP512. The following guidelines are recommended: • Locate the computer room away from exterior walls of the building to avoid the heat gain from windows and exterior wall surfaces.

  • Page 20: The Hp Surestore E Disk Array Xp512

    The HP SureStore E Disk Array XP512 Your HP SureStore E Disk Array XP512 has the following major hardware components: • one disk controller (DKC) The single DKU contains the control panel, connection hardware, the service processor, and control boards for the disk arrays. •...

  • Page 21: Physical Requirements

    Physical Requirements Dimensions A minimum HP SureStore E Disk Array XP512 configuration consists of one DKU and one DKC, with these approximate dimensions: Minimum Dimensions Height 1790 70.50 Width 1350 53.20 Depth 31.52 1790 Preparing for Installation...
  • Page 22 A maximum HP SureStore E Disk Array XP512 configuration consists of six DKUs and one DKC, with these approximate dimensions: Maximum Configuration Height 1790 70.5 Width 4350 171.2 Depth 31.5 1790 HP SureStore E Disk Array XP512: Site Prep Guide...

  • Page 23: Hp Surestore E Disk Array Xp512 Weight

    HP SureStore E Disk Array XP512 Weight A minimum HP SureStore E Disk Array XP512 configuration consists of one DKU and one DKC. A maximum HP SureStore E Disk Array XP512 configuration consists of six DKUs and one DKC. The table below provides an approximate weight of each configuration: Weight Minimum configuration...
  • Page 24 HP SureStore E Disk Array XP512 Component Weights Product Description A5951A DKC for 50/60 Hz 3-phase 870.8 A5951A Disk control frame (parent) for 60 Hz 870.8 Opt 001 operation: 1 phase power A5951A Disk control frame (parent) for 50 Hz 870.8 Opt 002 operation: 1 phase power...
  • Page 25 HP SureStore E Disk Array XP512 Upgrade Product Weights Product Description A5953U 4-ExSA channel adapter pair 4.41 A5954U 8-ExSA channel adapter pair 8.82 A5956U 8 port Fibre Channel adapter pair 8.82 A5961U Additional power supply for chips 3 to 4 17.74 A5962U 1GB cache memory...
  • Page 26 HP SureStore E Disk Array XP512 Upgrade Product Weights (continued) Product Description A5966SU 18GB spare drive 4.63 A5967SU 47GB spare drive 5.07 A5974U FC cable set for DKC frame to L1 (frame #4) 4.41 A5975U FC cable set for frame R2, R3, L2 or L3 2.21 HP SureStore E Disk Array XP512: Site Prep Guide...

  • Page 27: Service And Cable Routing Space Requirements

    Service and Cable Routing Space Requirements This section contains information about space requirements for the HP SureStore E Disk Array XP512. This data should be used as a guideline for space planning development. The service clearance is the additional flooring space required to access your HP SureStore E Disk Array XP512.
  • Page 28 through which interconnecting cables can be run conveniently and unobtrusively, and allows optimum distribution of conditioned air. Raised floor access ramps must not exceed 10 slope To estimate floor strength, the following items should be considered: • The total weight of the equipment (the unpacked and packaged weights are listed in this chapter) •...
  • Page 29 DKU Service Clearance (mm) (Unit: mm) 2400 Front Floor cutout area for cables Screw jack Caster Service clearance Grid panel(Perforated tile) (over 450mm x 450mm) Preparing for Installation...
  • Page 30 DKU Service Clearance (in) 23.6” (Unit: inches) 31.5” 5.9” 8.9” 8.9” 2.8” 4.5” 2.4” 7.9” 22.4” 26.8” 31.5” 94.5” 20.9” 4.5” 2.4” 5.9” 11.8” 5.9” 31.5” 2.8” 18.1” 2.8” Front Floor cutout area for cables Screw jack Caster Service clearance Grid panel(Perforated tile) (over 17.7”...
  • Page 31 DKC Service Clearance (mm) (Unit: mm) 2400 Front Floor cutout area for cables Screw jack Caster Service clearance Grid panel(Perforated tile) (over 450mm x 450mm) Preparing for Installation...
  • Page 32 DKC Service Clearance (in) 29.5" (Unit: inches) 3.5” 22.4” 3.5” 31.5” 2.4” 4.6” 7.9” 94.5” 26.8” 22.2” 15.7” 31.5” 7.9” 4.6” 2.4” 11.0” 31.5” 6.5” 16.5” 6.5” 22.8” 3.4” 3.4” 28.3” 0.6” 0.6” Front Floor cutout area for cables Screw jack Caster Service clearance Grid panel(Perforated tile) (over 450mm x...
  • Page 33 Minimum Configuration Service Clearance (mm) a *1 1350 b *1 (Unit: mm) 2400 Front c *1 Floor cutout area for cables Screw jack Caster Service clearance Grid panel (over 450mm x 450mm) 1. Clearance (a+b) depends on the floor load rating and clearance C. Floor load ratings are shown below.
  • Page 34 Minimum Configuration Service Clearance (in) a *1 53.2” b *1 (Unit: inches) 8.9” 5.9” 3.5” 22.4” 9.5” 31.5” 4.5” 2.4” 2.4” 4.6” 7.9” 7.9” 26.8” 22.2” 15.7” 22.4” 26.8” 31.5” 94.5” 20.9” 2.4” 4.6” 7.9” 4.5” 2.4” 31.5” 6.5” 6.5” 16.5”...
  • Page 35 Required Clearance (a + b) (m) Clearance (C) (m) Floor Load Rating (kg/m C=0.2 C=0.4 C=0.6 C=1.0 Preparing for Installation...
  • Page 36 Maximum Configuration Service Clearance (Unit: mm(inches)) 4350(171.3) a *1 b *1 (31.5) 2400 (94.5) (31.5) (23.6) (23.6) (23.6) (28.3) (23.6) (23.6) (23.6) (.6) (.6) (31.5) Front C *1 Floor cutout area for cables Screw jack Caster Service clearance Grid panel(Perforated tile) should be at least 450mm(17.7”) x 450mm(17.7”) 1.
  • Page 37 Required Clearance (a + b) (m) Clearance (C) (m) Floor Load Rating (kg/m C=0.2 C=0.4 C=0.6 C=1.0 Adding Additional DKUs Your disk array can consist of up to 6 DKUs. A minimum configuration consists of one DKC and one DKU. The following diagram depicts the order and placement of additional DKUs: DKU 6 DKU 4...

  • Page 38: Data Comm Requirements

    Data Comm Requirements Route data communications cables away from areas of high static electric fields created by power transformers and heavy foot traffic. Use shielded data comm cables that meet approved industrial standards to reduce the effects of external fields. Phone Home With Continuous Track The HP SureStore E Disk Array XP512 Phone Home capabilities detect and report problems even before they are noticed by operators and users.

  • Page 39: Local Area Network (Lan)

    Local Area Network (LAN) Two software products are especially useful in managing your disk array: • HP SureStore E Remote Control XP • HP SureStore E Command View XP Remote Control XP and Your Private LAN HP SureStore E Remote Control XP is a software application that permits you to connect to, monitor, and manage up to 8 disk arrays.

  • Page 40: Outside Phone Line

    HP SureStore E Command View XP and Your Public Intranet HP SureStore E Command View XP is a web-based software application that permits you to connect to, monitor, and manage disk arrays. You can remotely manage your HP SureStore E Disk Array XP512 from any location, enabling a remote expert to participate in problem management.

  • Page 41: Electrical Requirements

    Electrical Requirements Power requirements are one of the most important considerations prior to installing your disk array. Each disk array has two separate connections to AC power, so the rated AC current should be doubled. In case one input fails, the second input MUST BE CAPABLE OF SUPPORTING THE ENTIRE CURRENT DEMAND FOR BOTH SETS OF POWER SUPPLIES.

  • Page 42: Frequency

    Frequency AC line frequency is normally determined by your local power providers. In some cases, electrical power is supplied by motor-generators. Shifts in AC line frequency can cause system errors. Your HP CE can monitor the frequency of the input AC line power and make recommendations, if necessary.
  • Page 43 1-Phase 50Hz Operation 50Hz-V1 50Hz-V2s 50Hz-V3 50Hz-V4 Nominal rated voltage (Vac) Minimum Operating Voltage (Vac) Maximum Operating Voltage (Vac) Rated Line Current: DKU 12.3 11.1 10.8 10.5 (Arms) Rated Line Current: DKC (Arms) Dropout carry-thru time at minimum line voltage (ms) 3-Phase 60Hz Operation 60Hz-V1 60Hz-V2s 60Hz-V3...

  • Page 44: Safety And Dedicated Ground

    3-Phase 50Hz Operation 50Hz-V1 50Hz-V2s 50Hz-V3 50Hz-V4 50Hz-V5 50Hz-V6 50Hz-V7 Nominal rated voltage (Vac) Minimum operating voltage (Vac) Maximum operating voltage (Vac) Rated line current (Arms) 13.8 13.2 12.6 Dropout carry-thru time at minimum line voltage (ms) Nominal rated voltage (Vac) Safety and Dedicated Ground The primary reason for grounding electrical systems is safety.

  • Page 45: Receptacles

    Receptacles When receptacles are used to connect your disk array components to AC power, they must include a dedicated ground connection that is insulated from the receptacle. It is important that the receptacle box be grounded with an additional ground connection that is nondedicated. The additional ground can be hard conduit.

  • Page 46: Maximum Peak Inrush And Crest Factor

    If necessary, your HP CE can measure your power line noise level and make appropriate recommendations concerning the use of line treatment devices. Maximum Peak Inrush and Crest Factor The inrush current for the HP SureStore E Disk Array XP512 is: 3-Phase 60 amps for the first DKU 25 amps for 2nd DKU...

  • Page 47: Sources Of Electrical Interference

    Sources of Electrical Interference Ensure that the disk array is protected from sources of electrical interference: wall outlets Convenience power outlets for building maintenance equipment (vacuum cleaners, floor buffers, etc.) must be wired from circuit breakers on a power panel separate from the computer system panel.
  • Page 48 many of the most common causes of electromagnetic interference. metal If metal is used in the construction of the raised floor, ensure that there is a common ground connection between the raised floor and main floor to avoid possible build up of different voltage potentials. Failure to comply can result in serious injury to personnel and damage to equipment.

  • Page 49: 3-Phase Ac Cabling For Usa

    3-Phase AC Cabling for USA Connecting the External Power Supply Cord The DKU has two power supply cords. If one power source malfunctions, the other power source will assume the total load, causing no data loss. It is also good practice to put each power cord on a different electrical circuit, in case of a circuit failure.
  • Page 50 The protective device on building installation shall comply with national standards of the country where the units shall be installed, and if a protective device interrupts a conductor, it shall also interrupt all other supply conductors This protection is not required for the neutral line of this unit. HP SureStore E Disk Array XP512: Site Prep Guide...

  • Page 51: 3-Phase Ac Cabling For Europe

    3-Phase AC Cabling for Europe The DKC and the basic DKU commonly have two main disconnect devices Caution (two main breakers for dual power lines) so that AC Power of the unit can be supplied from the separate power distribution board with two power supply cords.

  • Page 52: Branch Circuit Requirements

    87Ã  87Ã  High leakage current may occur between the power supply and the unit. To avoid an electrical shock, be sure to perform the protective earth connection before the supply connections are made. Branch Circuit Requirements To protect your disk array, your building must be wired correctly. Each line (R/S/T line) should be protected by a short circuit protective device and by an overcurrent protective device rated 30 amp on building installation.

  • Page 53: Single-Phase Ac Cabling For Usa

    Single-Phase AC Cabling for USA The DKC has two main disconnect devices (two main Breaker CB200s for Caution dual power lines) so that AC Power of the unit can be supplied from the separate power distribution board with two power supply cords. Similarly, each of the 1st DKU, the 2nd DKU, the 3rd DKU, the 4th DKU, the 5th DKU, and the 6th DKU also has two main disconnect Devices (two main Observe all instructions...
  • Page 54 87Ã  87Ã  HP SureStore E Disk Array XP512: Site Prep Guide...

  • Page 55: Branch Circuit Requirements

    Branch Circuit Requirements To protect your disk array, your building must be wired correctly. Each line (U/L1, V/L2 line) should be protected by a short circuit protective device and by an overcurrent protective device rated 20 amp on building installation. The protective device on building installation shall be comply with national standards of the country where the units shall be installed, and if a protective device interrupts a conductor, it shall also interrupt all other...

  • Page 56: Single-Phase Cabling For Europe

    Single-Phase Cabling for Europe The DKC has two main disconnect devices (two main breaker CB200s for Caution dual power Lines) so that AC Power of the unit can be supplied from the separate power distribution board with two power supply cords. Similarly, each of the 1st DKU, the 2nd DKU, the 3rd DKU, the 4th DKU, the 5th DKU, and the 6th DKU also has two main disconnect devices (two main breaker CB101s for dual power Lines).

  • Page 57: Branch Circuit Requirements

    Be sure to connect a power cord to the distribution box as illustrated in the figure below. To reduce the risk of a wrong connection, use a socket approved for this disk array. 87Ã  87Ã  High leakage current may occur between the power supply and the unit. To avoid an electrical shock, be sure to perform the protective earth connection before the supply connections are made.

  • Page 58: Uninterruptible Power Supply (Ups)

    Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) Most HP SureStore E Disk Array XP512 units are installed in data centers where an uninterruptible power system (UPS) strategy is already in place. However, if you are making your first large disk array purchase, you may have a need for a separate UPS solution.

  • Page 59: Power Requirements: Single Secondary Input (Primary Offline)

    Power Requirements: Single Secondary Input (Primary Offline) This is based on a worst-case voltage (Vac input 10 percent) and a maximum configuration for disk control and disk array frames. A phase imbalance of 15 percent is also included in the calculation. First DKU/DKC Each Additional Input (Vac)

  • Page 60: Environmental Requirements

    Environmental Requirements The environmental specification for operating your disk array must be satisfied prior to installation. Air Conditioning Ducts Use separate computer room air conditioning duct work. If it is not separate from the rest of the building, it might be difficult to control cooling and air pressure levels.

  • Page 61: Dust And Pollution Control

    Follow these precautions to minimize possible ESD-induced failures in your computer room: • Install conductive flooring (conductive adhesive must be used when laying tiles). • Use conductive wax if waxed floors are installed. • Ensure that all equipment and flooring are properly grounded and ar at the same ground potential.
  • Page 62 No condensation in and around the HP SureStore E Disk Array XP512 Caution should be observed under any conditions. Shipping and Specification Operating Nonoperating Storage Temperature ( C) 16 ~ 32 -10 ~ 43 -25 ~ 60 Relative humidity 20 ~ 80 8 ~ 90 5 ~ 95 Max wet bulb ( C) 26...
  • Page 63 Nonoperating condition includes both packing and unpacking conditions unless otherwise specified. On shipping/storage condition, the product should be packed with factory packing. No condensation in and around the drive should be observed under any conditions. The specifications apply to all three axes See ASTM D999-86 Standard Methods for Vibration Testing of Shipping Containers See ASTM D880-86 Standard Methods of Incline Impact Test for...

  • Page 64: Heat Dissipation

    Heat Dissipation The following table describes the heat dissipation of the DKC and DKU (fully loaded): Heat Dissipation Power consumption (kVA) 3.14 3.72 1.57 2.41 Heat dissipation (kW) 2.85 3.43 1.46 2.32 BTUs per hour 9,727 11,707 4,983 7,918 kcal per hour 2,451 2,949 1,255...

  • Page 65: Altitude

    Altitude When operating the HP SureStore E Disk Array XP512, the maximum altitude is 3,000 meters. Nonoperational, the maximum altitude is 4,000 meters. Preparing for Installation...

  • Page 66: Acoustics

    Acoustics Computer equipment and air conditioning blowers cause computer rooms to be noisy. Ambient noise level in a computer room can be reduced as follows: dropped ceiling Cover with a commercial-grade fire-resistant, acoustic rated, fiberglass ceiling tile. sound deadening Cover the walls with sound-deadening material. removable partitions To be most effective, use foam rubber models.

  • Page 67: Delivery Space Requirements

    Delivery Space Requirements There should be enough clearance to move equipment safely from the receiving area to the computer room. Permanent obstructions, such as pillars or narrow doorways, can cause equipment damage. Delivery plans should include the possible removal of walls or doors. the physical dimensions were summarized on page 23.
  • Page 68 HP SureStore E Disk Array XP512: Site Prep Guide...

  • Page 69: Upon Receipt Of Your Hp Surestore E Disk Array Xp512

    UPON RECEIPT OF YOUR HP SURESTORE E DISK ARRAY XP512 Your HP SureStore E Disk Array XP512 is shipped directly from HP. If your disk array is part of a system order, HP coordinates the shipment of equipment from all locations so that it arrives at your site at approximately the same time.

  • Page 70: Checking For Shipping Shortage And Damage

    If any damage is found, note on the bill of lading that there is apparent damage subject to inspection. Arrange for the carrier’s representative and a representative from Hewlett-Packard to be present when the item in question is unpacked.

  • Page 71: Unpacking The Cartons

    Unpacking the Cartons The equipment cartons can be unpacked at your convenience; it is your responsibility to have the equipment unpacked and moved to its proper installation location prior to the day of installation. Leave the packing list (invoice) for each carton that is to be unpacked and ensure that each item on the list can be accounted for.
  • Page 72 HP SureStore E Disk Array XP512: Site Prep Guide...

  • Page 73: Index

    INDEX acoustics damage, shipping XP512 66 XP512 70 altitude data communications XP512 65 XP512 requirements 38 American Power Conversion (APC) delivery supplier information 59 XP512 67 application software engineer (ASE) dimensions site preparation team 12 XP512 21 cables electrical interference XP512 routing space 27 sources of 47 clearance...
  • Page 74 installation XP512 17, 69 power cord 3-phase AC (Europe) 51 3-phase AC (USA) 49 single-phase (Europe) 56 single-phase AC (USA) 53 power supply XP512 58 safety XP512 18 sales representative (SR) site preparation team 12 site preparation checklist 14 physical requirements 21 preparations before delivery 16 team 12 weight...
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  • Page 76 UNITED STATES BUSINESS REPLY MAIL FIRST CLASS MAIL PERMIT NO. 256 ROSEVILLE, CA POSTAGE WILL BE PAID BY ADDRESSEE Attention: Information Engineering (MS 5668) HPSO Hewlett-Packard Company 8000 Foothills Blvd. Roseville, CA 95747-9987 Fold Here Tape Please Do Not Staple Tape...

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