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Panduit Synapsense ThermaNode EZ Installation Manual

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  • Page 1 Cabinet Sensor Hardware Installation Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Overview ......................... 4 About this Installation Guide .................... 6 Intended Audience ....................... 6 Organization ........................ 6 Document References ....................7 Document Conventions ....................7 Warnings and Precautions ....................8 Getting Started ........................ 9 Required Hardware ...................... 9 Required Software ....................... 9 Required Tools and Materials ..................
  • Page 3 ThermaNode EZ LEDs ....................25 Inspecting the Installation ....................26 Installing ThermaNode Cabinet Sensors ............... 27 General Installation Guidelines .................. 27 Installation Process Flow ....................28 ThermaNode Cabinet Sensor Kit Components ............. 29 Sensor Placement ..................... 31 Installing ThermaNode Cabinet Sensor Kits ..............33 Preparing to Install ThermaNode Sensor Kits ............
  • Page 4 Inspecting the Installation ....................51 Appendix A – Common Cabinet Configurations ............52 Rear Exhaust ......................52 Rear Exhaust with Subfloor ..................52 Top (Chimney)/Rear Exhaust ..................53 Top (Chimney)/Rear Exhaust with Subfloor ............... 53 Appendix B – Battery Replacement................54 Appendix C –...

  • Page 5: Overview

    Overview Cabinet sensors, known as ThermaNodes, measure temperature and humidity in and around cabinet areas and transmit collected data to the gateway. ThermaNodes also include the ability to connect additional thermistors using various cable assemblies. The following cabinet sensor configurations are available. ThermaNode EZ (wireless) ™...
  • Page 6 ThermaNode and Sensor Cable Assembly The ThermaNode cable assembly includes the ThermaNode transceiver node, temperature- sensing sensors, interconnect cabling, and quick-disconnects. An optional 36” cable extension is also included. These assemblies are specially built for a variety of cabinet racks, CRAH and CRAC units.

  • Page 7: About This Installation Guide

    About this Installation Guide This document provides instructions for installing the ThermaNode cabinet sensors kits provided by SynapSense to SynapSense-designated service companies or by the customer. Cabinet sensors kits come in several different configurations, each specifically tailored to the server cabinet configuration. Intended Audience The intended audience for this document includes SynapSense customers, partners, and installers (or installation teams) who have received training from SynapSense prior to...

  • Page 8: Document References

    Chapter Description Appendix D - Technical Support and Describes the process for contacting Technical Support, opening a Return Material Authorization Support Case, and the Return Material Authorization (RMA) process Document References The documents listed in this section affect the activities in this installation. Refer to the appropriate document for user-specific information.

  • Page 9: Warnings And Precautions

    Warnings and Precautions The following warnings and precautions pertain to cabinet sensor installation. Failure to adhere to warnings and precautions could result in physical injury or damage to equipment, which may void the warranty. Warning: When performing subfloor work in a data center, do not to stress, crush, pull, or disconnect wiring and hoses running underneath electrical and data cables, leak detectors, etc.

  • Page 10: Getting Started

    Getting Started Required Hardware The required hardware for this installation is contained in the ThermaNode cabinet sensor kits. • ThermaNode EZ Kit Components ThermaNode and Sensor Cable Assembly Kit Components • Required Software The environmental server requires the installation of the following SynapSense software: Web Console •...
  • Page 11 Item Description/Comments Barcode scanner Use to scan ThermaNode EZ and ThermaNode MAC IDs Digital Camera Document wiring for troubleshooting and customer documentation purposes) • A printed copy of this installation document Web Console MapSense • User Guides Documentation MapSense • Printed layout of the data center showing installation locations Photo ID to present to data center security personnel...

  • Page 12: Installing Thermanode Ez Cabinet Sensors

    Installing ThermaNode EZ Cabinet Sensors General Installation Guidelines Be consistent. Match all installations in appearance including node/sensor locations, centering, wiring, and method for securing extra cable. Be neat. Ensure cabling is straight and vertical or horizontal as much as possible •...

  • Page 13: Installation Process Flow

    Installation Process Flow Figure 1 illustrates the process flow for installing ThermaNode EZ cabinet sensors. Figure 1 – ThermaNode EZ Cabinet Sensor Installation Process Flow CABINET SENSOR HARDWARE INSTALLATION MANUAL...

  • Page 14: Thermanode Ez Cabinet Sensor Kit Components

    ThermaNode EZ Cabinet Sensor Kit Components The ThermaNode EZ sensor kit includes the following components: • ThermaNode EZ (contains two Lithium metal AA-size batteries) • ThermaNode EZ measures temperature information only • ThermaNode EZ-H measures temperature and humidity. A water drop (front) and EH on back label (bottom) distinguish the EZ- H model...
  • Page 15 • Inserting and Removing the ThermaNode EZ from a pin badge: • Pin badge mounting tabs form a snug fit to the node mounting grooves. Insert by snapping the node into the mounting tabs and seat in the mounting grooves. •...

  • Page 16: Sensor Placement

    • Connecting the Mounting Bracket to the ThermaNode With the node cover facing outward, snap the node in between the mounting tabs on the bracket to seat the tabs in the mounting grooves. Sensor Placement Sensor placement is important to ensure accurate cabinet temperature readings. Sensors locations are at “U”...
  • Page 17 IMPORTANT: Changing the physical location of a ThermaNode EZ also requires changing the location in SynapSense software. Please see the instructions for relocating a ThermaNode EZ in the Web Console User Guide 6.4, Chapter 5 – Additional Features section. For other cabinet configurations, including rear exhaust and top exhaust with or without subfloors see Appendix CABINET SENSOR HARDWARE INSTALLATION...

  • Page 18: Installing Thermanode Ez Cabinet Sensor Kits

    Installing ThermaNode EZ Cabinet Sensor Kits This section provides the steps for installing ThermaNode EZs on mesh door, solid door, open frame, and dual inlet cabinet configurations. After installing the ThermaNode cabinet sensors, see Validating and Commissioning the ThermaNode EZ Installation validate and commission the ThermaNode EZ.

  • Page 19: Mesh Door Cabinets

    Mesh Door Cabinets Use pin badges or cable ties for installations on mesh door cabinets. Installing ThermaNode EZs with Pin Badges 1. Remove the logo faceplate from the pin badge by turning the spring screw counter-clockwise. 2. From the inside of the door, position the node on the door and press the spring screw through the mesh.

  • Page 20: Solid Door And Open Frame Cabinets

    Solid Door and Open Frame Cabinets Use brackets with adhesive backing or Unistrut brackets to install ThermaNode EZ kits on solid doors and open frame cabinets. Installing the ThermaNode EZ using Brackets with Adhesive Strips 1. Clean area where ThermaNode EZ will go and allow to dry thoroughly.
  • Page 21 Proceed to Validating and Commissioning the ThermaNode Installation. If accidental activation occurs during installation, turn off the ThermaNode EZ by pressing and holding the ON/OFF button (shown above in blue) for five (5) seconds. To remove a Bend N’ Stay: 1.

  • Page 22: Installing The Thermanode Ez Using Unistruts

    Installing the ThermaNode EZ Using Unistruts 1. Connect the external sensor to the node external sensor connector. 2. Position the node and bracket at the desired location and press firmly until the unistrut bracket snaps into place in the rail groove.

  • Page 23: Installing Thermanode Ezs With Cable Ties

    Installing ThermaNode EZs with Cable ties If bracket installation methods do not work for the installation, use cable ties to install the node. 1. Insert a cable tie through the mounting hole at each corner of the node. 2. Insert cable tie ends through mounting holes/surface positioning “S”...

  • Page 24: Validating And Commissioning The Thermanode Ez

    Validating and Commissioning the ThermaNode Validate and commission the ThermaNode EZ installation by checking sensor node operation and communication with the SynapSense Web Console software application. Refer to the Web Console User Guide for detailed information. 1. Verify all necessary installation activities (software installation, file exports, etc.) are complete.
  • Page 25 e. Proceed to Inspecting the Installation to complete the installation. CABINET SENSOR HARDWARE INSTALLATION MANUAL...

  • Page 26: Thermanode Ez Leds

    ThermaNode EZ LEDs ThermaNode EZ communicates status via LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes), visible through a translucent plastic cover on the topside of the plastic case. Typically, the sequence from an OFF state to normal operations may last from 10 minutes to over an hour, depending on the network environment in the data center.

  • Page 27: Inspecting The Installation

    Inspecting the Installation Inspect the installation to ensure appropriate sensor placement and a clean installation area. 1. Verify sensor placement. • All sensors are positioned consistently between cabinets • Sensor placement is in the intake and exhaust (as needed) airflow path •...

  • Page 28: Installing Thermanode Cabinet Sensors

    Installing ThermaNode Cabinet Sensors This section describes specific procedures for installing ThermaNode cabinet sensor kits on these cabinet types. This chapter describes how to install the ThermaNode cabinet sensor kits on cabinets with mesh, solid, and no doors, or open frame cabinet configurations.

  • Page 29: Installation Process Flow

    Installation Process Flow Figure 2 illustrates the process flow for installing cabinet sensors. Figure 2 – ThermaNode Cabinet Sensor Installation Process Flow CABINET SENSOR HARDWARE INSTALLATION MANUAL...

  • Page 30: Thermanode Cabinet Sensor Kit Components

    ThermaNode Cabinet Sensor Kit Components Cabinet sensor kits come in several different configurations, each tailored specifically for a particular server cabinet configuration. The ThermaNode sensor kit includes the following components: ThermaNode(s) • • Pin-plug that accepts sensor assemblies • Contains four Lithium metal AA- size batteries with its switch in the OFF state.
  • Page 31 3M Command Strips™ Use 3M Command Strips to adhere hardware components as needed. Install components with adhesive strip backing on a clean surface (use alcohol wipes and allow to dry): 1. Install 3M adhesive strips to the back of the SmartLink and power adaptor.

  • Page 32: Sensor Placement

    Cable ties Use cable ties to fasten components to mesh doors by inserting cable ties through each of the module mounting holes and around the mesh. Gather loose wire by making a small looping bundle and secure with cable ties •...
  • Page 33 tile monitor subfloor temperature. The following diagram describes the general sensor placement requirements for most installations. NOTE: For ThermaNode and sensor installation on Dual Inlet configurations, refer to the Dual Inlet Cabinet Sensor Configuration section in this chapter. For other cabinet sensor installation and configurations, including rear exhaust and rear or top exhaust with or without subfloors, see Appendix...

  • Page 34: Installing Thermanode Cabinet Sensor Kits

    Installing ThermaNode Cabinet Sensor Kits This section provides steps for installing the ThermaNode cable assembly in cabinets with mesh or solid doors, open frames, and dual inlets. See Appendix A for more information regarding rear exhaust and top exhaust cabinet configurations. The ThermaNode Sensor should be installed at least 15 ft.

  • Page 35: Mesh Door Cabinets

    Mesh Door Cabinets Installing the ThermaNode 1. Plug the cable assembly into the ThermaNode connector and remove adhesive strips from the back (if present). 2. Place cable assembly on top of cabinet to prevent strain on the ThermaNode connector during ThermaNode installation.

  • Page 36: Installing Intake Sensors

    Installing Intake Sensors The following describe how to install sensors on the intake side of mesh door cabinets. MPORTANT • Align cabinet sensors on the inside of the door along the centerline • Use cable ties to encircle and secure sensors and wiring to the cabinet door •...

  • Page 37: Installing Exhaust Sensors

    Installing Exhaust Sensors The following steps describe how to install sensors on the exhaust side of mesh door cabinets. 1. Install the top exhaust sensor along the centerline of the airflow path. 2. Install middle exhaust sensor, in line, and under the top exhaust sensor. 3.

  • Page 38: Solid Or Glass Door Cabinets

    Solid or Glass Door Cabinets Installing the ThermaNode Follow these steps to mount the ThermaNode with adhesive strips on solid or glass door cabinets: 1. Attach adhesive strips to the back of ThermaNode (if not already present). 2. Clean area and allow area to dry. 3.

  • Page 39: Installing Exhaust Sensors

    • Install this sensor pointing up or down as cable length allows 5. Loop excess cable and cable tie at the lowest point to the mesh 6. Use adhesive-backed cable clips to secure extra cable lengths by wrapping around post. 7.

  • Page 40: Open Frame Cabinets

    Open Frame Cabinets Installing the ThermaNode Mount the ThermaNode with adhesive strips on open frame (no door) cabinets: 1. Attach adhesive strips to the back of ThermaNode (if not already present). 2. Clean area and allow area to dry thoroughly. 3.

  • Page 41: Installing Exhaust Sensors

    more below the sensor, loop the excess cable and secure above or below the sensor with a cable tie or cable clip and wrap excess cable around the post to secure. Installing Exhaust Sensors Mount sensors with sensor clips to the cabinet left-back vertical frame at the same heights as for intake sensors.

  • Page 42: Installing Top Exhaust Sensors (Via Fans)

    Installing Top Exhaust Sensors (via Fans) Top Exhaust sensors measure the air temperature expelled (via fans) from the top of a cabinet. Installing two sensors diagonally across the inside or outside of the cabinet gives the best cross-section of exhaust air temperatures. The installation engineer determines the install location of these sensors (inside versus outside of cabinet).

  • Page 43: Installing The Subfloor Sensor (Mesh, Solid Or Glass Doors, Or Open Frames)

    Installing the Subfloor Sensor (Mesh, Solid or Glass Doors, or Open Frames) 1. Locate an access hole in the cabinet bottom and insert the subfloor sensor and cable. 2. Insert the subfloor sensor and cable through the access hole in the raised floor.

  • Page 44: Thermanode And Sensor Placement

    ThermaNode and Sensor Placement ThermaNode located on the outside top of the node side cabinet door. Three intake sensors are located on each door. One exhaust (reference) sensor positioned between exhaust chimneys. Installing the Dual Inlet Cabinet Sensor Cable Assembly The Dual Inlet Cabinet sensor cable assembly includes 7-sensor and one ThermaNode.
  • Page 45 a. Disconnect the front/back door extension cable. b. Disconnect the reference sensor extension cable. c. Attach the exhaust string to the intake string. d. Insert initially disconnected cable extension (Step a.). 3. Install the ThermaNode. a. If present, remove the 3M Command Strips from the back of ThermaNode.
  • Page 46 e. Install the cable clip on the node side of the cabinet doorframe across from ThermaNode. f. Secure non-node side cabling in the cable clip (wrap around the post). g. Place the non-node side cabling on top of cabinet while installing the node side sensors.
  • Page 47 5. Install node side (intake) sensor cable assembly using cable ties to attach the top, middle, and bottom sensors. Ensure sensors point up and cable ties encircle cable and sensors. a. Install the top intake sensor along the door centerline and secure with a cable tie two-three inches from the ThermaNode.
  • Page 48 7. Install non-node side intake sensors using cable ties, attach the top, middle, and bottom intake sensors along the door centerline. a. Ensure sensors face up and cable tie encircles the sensor and cable. b. Secure cable above and below each sensor with cable ties.

  • Page 49: Validating And Commissioning The Thermanode Installation

    Validating and Commissioning the ThermaNode Installation Validate and commission the ThermaNode installation by activating the ThermaNode. Once activated, check the operation of the sensor and node and communication between these devices and the SynapSense Web Console software application. Before beginning the following steps, first verify (with lead supervisor or installer) all necessary installation activities, including software installation and file exports are completed.

  • Page 50: Thermanode Leds

    the Status column. 7. Verify green checks for each installed node in the Status column. A red “X” in the Input columns indicates a problem. Ensure the node is ON, and check for loose connections or damaged wires. 8. Turn node off and on, allowing at least 15-20 minutes to rejoin the network Correct any errors and repeat the previous steps for software validation.
  • Page 51 NOTE: In a high-noise environment, the LED toggles between red and blue for 5 seconds after 12 noise scan toggles, and then proceeds to the next color. This behavior indicates that the device is running in very noisy environment and may perform unreliably.

  • Page 52: Inspecting The Installation

    Inspecting the Installation Inspections ensure appropriate sensor placement, cable routing, and a clean installation area. 1. Verify cabinet cable assembly placement. Cabinet doors open wide without pulling cables backwards or forwards through the cabinet • All cables are taut, loose cables are secured with clips and cable ties as needed •...

  • Page 53: Appendix A - Common Cabinet Configurations

    Appendix A – Common Cabinet Configurations This appendix describes the placement and routing of ThermaNode sensor kits for rear exhaust and top (chimney)/rear exhaust cabinet configurations. The orange icons represent MapSense icons for airflow (blue – intake, red – exhaust). Rear Exhaust This diagram...

  • Page 54: Top (Chimney)/Rear Exhaust

    Top (Chimney)/Rear Exhaust This diagram depicts the installation cabinet sensor kits server cabinets with top (chimney) and rear exhaust (airflow enters the front of the cabinet and exits out the rear cabinet). Top (Chimney)/Rear Exhaust with Subfloor This diagram depicts the installation cabinet sensor...

  • Page 55: Appendix B - Battery Replacement

    Appendix B – Battery Replacement The appendix provides the steps to replace ThermaNode EZ and ThermaNode Lithium metal AA batteries. ThermaNode EZ ThermaNode EZ comes with two preinstalled Lithium metal AA batteries. 1. Turn off the node: press and hold the ON/OFF button. 2.
  • Page 56 6. Ensure the LED sequence initiates properly Note: Replace batteries with Energizer L91Lithium/Iron Disulfide AA or equivalent. Using incorrect battery types may damage equipment and/or compromise performance. CABINET SENSOR HARDWARE INSTALLATION MANUAL...

  • Page 57: Appendix C - Environmental Monitoring System Commissioning Form

    Appendix C – Environmental Monitoring System Commissioning Form FRM-007 Environmental Monitoring System Project Name Project Number Customer PO Number Customer Name Site Name Site Address Contacts Name Phone Number Email Address Customer Main Contact System Owner Contact Customer PM SynapSense CABINET SENSOR HARDWARE INSTALLATION MANUAL...
  • Page 58 Environmental Monitoring Commissioning Completion Date: XX/XX/XXXX CABINET SENSOR HARDWARE INSTALLATION MANUAL...
  • Page 59 Approvals Tittle: Print Name: Signature: Contact #: Date: SynapSense Project Manager Field Engineer Customer Customer Rep. Site Network Information Name Building/Ra IP Address Software/ Login ck Location Firmware username/passwo Ver. Environmenta l Server CABINET SENSOR HARDWARE INSTALLATION MANUAL...
  • Page 60 Switch Desktop PC Laptop Wireless Router Wireless Repeater Other: SynapSense Gateways CABINET SENSOR HARDWARE INSTALLATION MANUAL...
  • Page 61 Project Information Node Type Shippe Change Installe Spare Order Qty. Qty. Qty. Qty. Qty. CRAH Temp/Hum Gateway Pressure2 Assemblies Rear Node Assemblies Vertical LI String SynapSense Server CABINET SENSOR HARDWARE INSTALLATION MANUAL...
  • Page 62 Total WSN Nodes Environmental Server Specifications Operating System Version/type: Processor: RAM: Hard Disk Space/Available Disk Space: Browser Type/Version: Environmental Server Information Server Type: Customer or SynapSense Supplied/VM: Environmental Install Drive: MySQL Install Drive MySQL Backup Drive: MySQL Port: LiveImaging Install Drive: Device Manager Install Drive: Reserved Ports CABINET SENSOR HARDWARE INSTALLATION...
  • Page 63 List of Customer Applications: SynapSense Software Login Information Environmental Server Login/Password SynapSense Web Console User Name/Password User Name/Password SynapSense Console Address http:// Environmental Monitoring Commissioning Checklist  Checklist Item Description Notes SynapSense Software Configuration Site Network Information documented Environmental Server Information documented CABINET SENSOR HARDWARE INSTALLATION MANUAL...
  • Page 64 SynapSense Software Information documented Environmental Server/PC configured to local time SynapSense Wireless Network (WSN) Gateways configured and active in WSN (1 Master, others slave) Gateway floor locations & labels correspond to MapSense locations All active nodes visible in WSN All unused nodes disabled General Hardware Installation All SynapSense hardware (servers, power cords, desktops, etc.) labeled...
  • Page 65 Server Rack ThermaNodes™ Verify cabinet doors open/close without pulling wiring harness forwards/backwards Verify access to ThermaNode ON/OFF switch Verify ThermaNode wiring harness installation: 3. Disconnects are properly located (able to remove doors) 4. Taut, secure & presentable, free from crimping, pinching, etc.
  • Page 66 Verify return and supply sensors located in respective airflow path Verify CRAC/CRAH ThermaNode installation is in the supply air flow path Verify sensor wiring harness does not rub against sharp edges or is able to get pinched Verify sensor wiring harness does not obstruct possible maintenance Pressure Nodes Verify hose connections correspond to low (-) and high...
  • Page 67 Verify Pressure node data is (+) positive Web Console Verify necessary Alerts are enabled Verify email server is configured (option) Communicate active Alerts with site team Create customer: user name and passwords Training Conduct Software and Hardware training Provide Customer Support Information Final Run Support Dump Copy last DL file...
  • Page 68 CABINET SENSOR HARDWARE INSTALLATION MANUAL...

  • Page 69: Appendix D - Technical Support And Return Material Authorization

    Appendix D – Technical Support and Return Material Authorization This appendix describes how to contact Technical Support, open a Technical Support Case, and receive a Return Material Authorization (RMA) to return a SynapSense product for replacement. Not all problems will result in a RMA. Technical Support SynapSense Technical Support For all technical support issues, contact...

  • Page 70: Return Material Authorization

    Return Material Authorization SynapSense products carry a one year warranty from date of purchase and have a low failure rate and most customer inquiries result in a solution without returning the product. It is important to SynapSense to provide a high quality product; therefore, all failures are taken seriously and we ask that all damaged or non-functional products be returned for root cause analysis.

  • Page 71: What Happens Next

    a. Search the SynapSense Knowledge Base at http://www.synapsense.com/ (click Support Login at the top of the page) b. Login using your email password. c. Search the knowledgebase for the symptom. If the knowledgebase solution does not resolve the issue, enter a Support Case.
  • Page 72 returning the product. Products received without a valid RMA number are returned to the sender. Send returns to: SynapSense Corporation Customer Support RMA – RMA # ______________ 340 Palladio Parkway, Suite 530 Folsom, CA 95630 CABINET SENSOR HARDWARE INSTALLATION MANUAL...

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