Air Circulation; Electrical Outlets And Cable Lengths - IBM eServer xSeries 300 User Reference Manual

Air circulation

Your server and monitor produce heat. Your server has one or more fans that pull in
fresh air and force out hot air. The monitor lets hot air escape through vents. Blocking
the air vents can cause overheating, which might result in a malfunction or damage.
Place the server and monitor so that nothing blocks the air vents; usually, 15 cm (6
inches) of air space is sufficient. Also, make sure that the vented air is not blowing on
someone else.

Electrical outlets and cable lengths

The location of electrical outlets and the length of power cords and cables that
connect to the monitor, printer, and other devices might determine the final placement
of your server.
When arranging your workspace:
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For more information about power cords, refer to the power cord information in this on-
line publication.
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Avoid the use of extension cords. When possible, plug the server power cords
directly into electrical outlets.
Keep power cords and cables neatly routed away from walkways and other areas
where they might get kicked accidentally.