Hitachi G400 Hardware Reference Manual page 96

• Keep cables away from sharp edges or metal corners.
• When bundling cables, do not pinch or constrict the cables.
• Do not use zip ties to bundle cables. Instead, use Velcro hook-and-loop
• Never bundle network cables with power cables. If network and power
• If you run cables from overhead supports or from below a raised floor,
• If you use overhead cable supports:
Cabling full-width modules
When cabling full-width modules, such as NAS modules as shown in the
following figure, route the cables horizontally, so that they do not interfere
when replacing a module.
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ties that do not have hard edges and which you can remove without
cutting.
cables are not bundled separately, electromagnetic interference (EMI) can
affect your data stream.
include vertical distances when calculating necessary cable lengths.
○ Verify that your supports are anchored adequately to withstand the
weight of bundled cables.
○ Gravity can stretch and damage cables over time. Therefore, do not
allow cables to sag through gaps in your supports.
○ Place drop points in your supports that permit cables to reach racks
without bending or pulling.
Data and power cables