HP PROLIANT DL580 Quickspecs page 14

QuickSpecs
Standard Features
OS Support
Rack Airflow
Requirements
Rack Mounting
Requirements
Microsoft Windows Server 2003
Microsoft Windows Server 2008
Red Hat Enterprise Linux
SuSE Linux Enterprise Server
Novell NetWare
Sun Solaris Intel Platform Edition
VMware Virtualization Software
NOTE: For a more complete and up-to-date listing of supported OSs and versions, please visit our
OS Support Matrix at: http://www.hp.com/go/supportos.
NOTE: For more Linux OS support & certification information, please visit our the ProLiant &
BladeSystem Server Linux matrix at:
http://h18004.www1.hp.com/products/servers/linux/hpLinuxcert.html
NOTE: For an up-to-date listing of the latest software and drivers available for your server, please
select your server: www.hp.com/servers/dl580
NOTE: For more information on HP's Certified and Supported ProLiant Servers, please visit the
VMware Server Support Matrix at:
http://h18004.www1.hp.com/products/servers/software/vmware/hpvmwarecert.html.
Rack 10000 series Cabinets The increasing power of new high-performance processor
technology requires increased cooling efficiency for rack-mounted servers. The 10000 Series
Racks provide enhanced airflow for maximum cooling, allowing these racks to be fully loaded with
servers using the latest processors.
CAUTION: If a third-party rack is used, observe the following additional requirements to ensure
adequate airflow and to prevent damage to the equipment:
Front and rear doors: If your 42U server rack includes closing front and rear doors,
you must allow 5,350 sq cm (830 square inches) of hole evenly distributed from top to
bottom to permit adequate airflow (equivalent to the required 64 percent open area for
ventilation).
Side: The clearance between the installed rack component and the side panels of the
rack must be a minimum of 7 cm (2.75 inches).
CAUTION: Always use blanking panels to fill all remaining empty front panel U-spaces in the rack.
This arrangement ensures proper airflow. Using a rack without blanking panels results in improper
cooling that can lead to thermal damage.
NOTE: For additional information, refer to the Setup and Installation Guide or the Documentation
CD provided with the server, or to the server documentation located in the Support section at the
following URL: http://www.hp.com/servers/dl580.
HP ProLiant DL580 G5 rack models provide tool-free support for racks with square or round
mounting holes (including Compaq/HP 7000, 9000, 10000, HP/E series and H9 series) with an
adjustment range from 24" - 36" in depth. The ambidextrous cable management arm can be
mounted on either the left or right side for improved cable management.
NOTE: Cable management arm must be removed to access Hot Plug Power Supplies when the
cable management arm is mounted on the right.
HP ProLiant DL580 G5 in Telco Racks
Support for all 2-post Telco racks requires the use of the standard rack kit and an additional option
kit from Rack Solutions (http://www.racksolutions.com/hp/)
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HP ProLiant DL580 Generation 5
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