Cray CX 1000 Site Preparation Manual

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  • Page 1 Site Preparation Guide...
  • Page 2 Quoting of brand and product names is for information purposes only and does not represent trademark misuse. The information in this document is subject to change without notice. Cray will not be liable for errors contained herein, or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the use of this material.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Legal Information ............viii viii Regulator y Declarations and Disclaimers .
  • Page 4 1.7.4. Alarms ........... . Water Damage .
  • Page 5 Appendix A. Notices ............A.1.
  • Page 6 List of Figures Figure 1. Standard 1100 installation cable cut-out ........Figure 2.
  • Page 7 List of Tables Table 1. Chilled water characteristics ........... Table 2.
  • Page 8: Legal Information

    Legal Information Regulatory Declarations and Disclaimers Declaration of the Manufacturer or Importer We hereby certify that this product is in compliance with: • European Union EMC Directive 2004/108/EC, using standards EN55022 (Class A) and EN55024 and Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC, using standard EN60950 •...
  • Page 9: Fcc Declaration Of Conformity

    Pursuant to Part 15.21 of the FCC Rules, any changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by Cray, Inc may cause harmful interference and void the FCC authorization to operate this equipment.
  • Page 10: Safety Information

    Safety Information Definition of Safety Notices DANGER A Danger notice indicates the presence of a hazard that has the potential of causing death or serious personal injury. CAUTION A Caution notice indicates the presence of a hazard that has the potential of causing moderate or minor personal injury.
  • Page 11: Laser Safety Information (If Applicable)

    Data Integrity and Verification WARNING Cray product are designed to reduce the risk of undetected data corruption or loss. However, if unplanned outages or system failures occur, users are strongly advised to check the accuracy of the operations performed and the data saved or transmitted by the system at the time of outage or failure.
  • Page 12: Preface

    Preface Intended Readers This Site Preparation Guide explains how to prepare a Data Processing Center for Cray equipments, in compliance with the standards in force. It is to be used by all personnel and trade representatives involved in the site preparation process.
  • Page 13: Fitting Out The Premises

    Chapter 1. Fitting out the Premises This chapter explains how to plan and fit out your premises to receive your equipment. It includes the following topics: General Recommendations, on page 1-2 • • Delivery Conditions, on page 1-3 • Carry-In Route, on page 1-3 •...
  • Page 14: General Recommendations

    1.1. General Recommendations mportant It is mandatory to comply with the procedures, design requirements and recommendations set out in this guide. All the standards referred to in this guide are applicable in France. Equivalent standards must be applied and complied with in other countries. The construction of the Data Processing Center and the installation of ancillary facilities must meet the level of safety required by the standards and laws in force in the country where the equipment is to be installed and the Customer's requirements in terms of continuity of service.
  • Page 15: Delivery Conditions

    Deliver y Conditions 1.2. The equipment is delivered 24 hours in advance of the scheduled installation date. On arrival, the equipment must be placed, in its packing, in the Computer Room so that it reaches room temperature before powering up (optimum operating temperature = 22° C + 3°...
  • Page 16: Data Center Layout

    1.4. Data Center Layout mportant Site layout must provide sufficient clearance around equipment for easy access, addition of extensions and protection from direct sunlight. Wall and floor carpets must not to be used in the Data Processing Center. When planning layout, the following criteria must be taken into account: resistance of primary floors, •...
  • Page 17: Cabinet Cut-Outs

    1.5.1. Cabinet Cut-outs According to requirements, a cable cut-out must be provided at the front and/or rear base of cabinets. 1.5.1.1. Standard 1100 Cabinet Cut-outs The standard cut-out for cables is shown in the following figure: 15 cm Cable cut−out (6 in) 35 cm <...
  • Page 18: Water-Cooled 1200 Cabinet Cut-Outs

    1.5.1.3. Water-Cooled 1200 Cabinet Cut-outs When a cooling unit is installed to supply water to water-cooled cabinets, cut-outs must be made in the raised floor slabs to allow correct water circulation, as shown in the following figure. mportant The water-cooled cabinet must be aligned with slab sides. Figure 3.
  • Page 19: Service Clearance

    1.5.2. Service Clearance According to cabinet model, it is mandatory to comply with the service clearance requirements indicated in the following figures. mportant • When a cabinet is equipped with a Cool Cabinet Door, more service clearance is required as shown below. •...
  • Page 20: Electrical / Electromagnetic Interference

    Electrical / Electromagnetic Interference 1.6. Generators of electromagnetic interference may adversely affect equipment operation. The following sources of electrical and / or electromagnetic interference must not be located in the immediate vicinity of the Data Processing Center: high-voltage lines, • •...
  • Page 21: Extinguishing Procedure

    1.7.2. Extinguishing Procedure The extinguishing procedure must delay the emission of the extinguishing agent in order to: warn (visual and audio signals) and evacuate personnel, • • give a visual alarm outside the premises as to the presence of extinguishing gases, cut off power (hardware, lighting, air conditioning) - except emergency lighting units.
  • Page 22: Water Damage

    1.8. Water Damage mportant It is recommended to install water detection leads, connected to alarm or remote surveillance centers and/or to a water circuit shut-off device. Water damage in a data processing site is generally due to: extinguishing fires with water sprays, •...
  • Page 23: Figure 6. Raised Floor Cross-Section

    Raised floor features must be compliant with the following specifications: • minimum resistance: > 500 daN/m (1000 daN/m for very heavy equipment), • transitory resistance: > 2.5 kN/m WARNING In the case of very heavy systems, it is recommended to add freely set, flat headed, hydraulic jacks under the raised floor prior to installing the system.
  • Page 24: Computer Room Ceiling

    1.10. Computer Room Ceiling Ceiling or suspended ceiling (optional) height must be at least 2.50 meters so that the premises may be air-conditioned without creating draughts. Insufficient ceiling height may adversely affect the air-conditioning system and make personnel uncomfortable. The primary ceiling and wall drops located at suspended ceiling level must be coated with dustproof paint or varnish.
  • Page 25: Cleaning

    1.11.3. Cleaning Dust has an adverse effect on the correct operation of data processing systems and their environment. Floors must be cleaned every day with a damp floor-cloth. Notes • It is mandatory not to use polish and wax on floors as they may remove the anti- static qualities of the floor covering (raised floor slabs).
  • Page 26: Chapter 2. Air-Conditioning

    Chapter 2. Air-Conditioning This chapter explains air-conditioning requirements for the equipment. It includes the following topics: Air-Conditioning System Features and Functions, on page 2-2 • • Air-Conditioning System Specifications, on page 2-3 Checks and Alarms, on page 2-5 • CAUTION An air-conditioning system, compliant with the requirements of NF X44-101, Class 4 000 000 and with ISO 7730, is recommended.
  • Page 27: Air-Conditioning System Features And Functions

    Air-Conditioning System Features and Functions 2.1. A fully automatic air-conditioning system specially designed for the Data Processing Center must be installed. To ensure continuity of service, the air-conditioning system must comprise at least two redundant assemblies, each providing at least 66% of the total cooling power. The air-conditioning system dries conditioned air.
  • Page 28: Air-Conditioning System Specifications

    2.2. Air-Conditioning System Specifications WARNING If the air-conditioning system is shut down, “operational" conditions must be re-established, in compliance with temperature (3° per hour) and hygrometry (5% per hour) gradients, AT LEAST ONE HOUR before powering up equipment. To optimize the air duct network, air-conditioning unit(s) must be installed in the Computer Room or in an adjacent room.
  • Page 29: Air Circulation

    2.2.3. Air Circulation Most equipment is cooled by taking air from inside the room. Large equipment must take the fresh air from inside the plenum. The following requirements are to be complied with for correct air circulation: raised floor height: > 30 cm (60 cm for a cooling unit installation), •...
  • Page 30: Air Pollutants

    2.2.4. Air Pollutants There are three types of pollutants: liquids, • solid particles, • gases. • Damage varies according to pollutant type and interaction: corrosion, erosion, mildew, oxidation, etc. Solid particles are abrasive, electrostatic, and absorbent. They generally originate from: surface crumbling of construction materials used to fit out the Data Processing Center, •...
  • Page 31: Chapter 3. Power Supply

    Chapter 3. Power Supply This chapter explains power supply requirements for the equipment. It includes the following topics: Power Supply, on page 3-2 • • Cabling Requirements, on page 3-3 • Power Supply Cable Sockets, on page 3-4 • Grounding Circuit, on page 3-6 •...
  • Page 32: Power Supply

    Power Supply 3.1. Inrush current on connecting the equipment to the main AC power supply may be significant. Each PDU is equipped with a switch-mode power supply that absorbs non-sinusoidal currents. To ensure that interferences or faults generated by other systems and devices do not affect device operation, the PDU/UPS must be powered through an AC protection.
  • Page 33: Cabling Requirements

    Modem cable connectors differ from country to country. Customers must provide Note the RJ11 adapter required to comply with national standards. For further details, please consult your Cray Sales Representative. Chapter 3. Power Supply...
  • Page 34: Power Supply Cable Sockets

    3.3. Power Supply Cable Sockets CAUTION To be performed by a certified electrician only. Required Tools Multimeter Phillips screwdriver Velcro fasteners Europe, Brazil PDU/UPS power cables are equipped with ready-mounted IEC60309 plugs. The Customer is responsible for supplying and installing appropriate sockets for connection to the site power supply.
  • Page 35: Figure 12. Pdu/Ups Power Socket

    Mounting the PDU Power Cable Socket Required Tools Electric screwdriver Procedure Check that the power supply cable is not live with the multimeter. Carefully guide the power supply cable through the cable inlet at the base of the cabinet. Check that the power supply cable is long enough. Unscrew the base of the socket, insert the cable through the socket base, and wire to the socket head.
  • Page 36: Grounding Circuit

    Grounding Circuit 3.4. The electronic components inside the equipment are sensitive to high-frequency electromagnetic interference. To ensure correct hardware operation, high-frequency interference must be limited via an equipotential ground circuit and metallic braid shielded cables. DANGER For the protection of personnel and hardware, it is mandatory for the grounding network to be compliant with Data Processing Center requirements and the standards in force.
  • Page 37: Grounding The Raised Floor

    3.4.2. Grounding the Raised Floor CAUTION The raised floor must be grounded in compliance with the Standard EN 50174-2 in force. An equipotentiality mesh must be laid under the raised floor structure. Raised floor actuators must be grounded with > 10 mm x 2 mm flat, tin-plated braiding. Figure 13.
  • Page 38: Neutral Power System

    Neutral Power System 3.5. A TN-S neutral point connection system is mandatory for the equipment. To construct the system, a protective conductor (PE) is connected to the neutral conductor at the origin of the installation. As the Neutral and the PE wire are connected to the same output point of the source, the voltage measured between “Neutral”...
  • Page 39: Non-Computing Power Supply

    Non-Computing Power Supply 3.6. The non-computing power supply (air-conditioners, lighting, etc.) must be separated from the data processing power supply by specific distribution units. Specific current outlets must be installed in the Computer Room to this effect. The Customer is responsible for supplying the complete electrical installation, from Note the power delivery station through to the cable outlets at the base of the server cabinet.
  • Page 40: Water Supply

    Chapter 4. Water Supply This chapter explains water supply requirements for equipment, in particular water-cooled cabinets. It includes the following topics: Chilled Water Requirements, on page 4-2 • • Water-Cooled Cabinet Chilled Water Supply Requirements, on page 4-3 • Preparing the Cooling Unit for the Connection of Water-Cooled Cabinets, on page 4-4 Cooling Unit Fixtures for Water-Cooled Cabinets, on page 4-4 •...
  • Page 41: Chilled Water Requirements

    Chilled Water Requirements 4.1. A cooling unit is required to supply chilled water to water-cooled cabinets at the correct temperature. CAUTION To ensure the maximum service life of air-water exchangers, chilled water must comply with the VGB chilled water regulations (VGB-R 455P). Chilled water used must be soft enough to prevent deposits, but must not be so soft that heat exchanger corrosion occurs.
  • Page 42: Water-Cooled Cabinet Chilled Water Supply Requirements

    The following table lists common water impurities and recommended treatment: Impurity Treatment Mechanical pre-treatment (dp < 1 mm) Filter the water Excessive hardness Soften the water using ion exchange Add dispersing agents or stabilising agents Moderate content of mechanical impurities and hardness formers Moderate content of mechanical impurities Add passivation agents and inhibitors...
  • Page 43: Preparing The Cooling Unit For The Connection Of Water-Cooled Cabinets

    4.3. Preparing the Cooling Unit for the Connection of Water-Cooled Cabinets WARNING To protect from condensation at heat exchanger level, it is strongly recommended to insulate the water pipes. The water-cooled cabinet is equipped with two 1”1/4 tapered connectors for connection to the site cooling unit and one 20 mm nozzle for connection to the site drain.
  • Page 44: Appendix A.notices

    Appendix A.Notices The following notices appear throughout this guide and should be strictly complied with. You are advised to read these notices carefully prior to the preparation of your site. DANGER Notices call attention to the presence of hazards that have the potential of causing death or serious personal injury.
  • Page 45: Danger Notices

    DANGER Notices A.1. DANGER Notices call attention to the presence of hazards that have the potential of causing death or serious personal injury. DANGER An AC power supply compliant with the Lightning Protection Standards NF C15.100 and IEC 62305 in force is mandatory. DANGER •...
  • Page 46: Caution Notices

    CAUTION Notices A.2. CAUTION Notices call attention to the presence of hazards that have the potential of causing moderate or minor personal injury. CAUTION The equipment must be transported as indicated on packing labels. The equipment may be extremely heavy and require the use of an elevator. The Data Processing Site manager must allocate enough personnel to ensure safe handling of the equipment.
  • Page 47 CAUTION In a standard data processing environment, gas concentration does not exceed an acceptable level. However, if there are chemical or industrial processing factories in the vicinity, if chemical odors are present, or if any other symptom or inherent problem is detected, the site must be analyzed immediately.
  • Page 48: Warning Notices

    WARNING Notices A.3. WARNING Notices call attention to actions that have the potential of causing damage to a program, device, system or data. WARNING The installation of an “on-line” Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) is strongly recommended to ensure continuity of service and to protect the equipment in the event of a mains failure. WARNING The primary floor must bear a minimum load of 1000 daN/m2.
  • Page 49: Important Notices

    IMPORTANT Notices A.4. IMPORTANT Notices call attention to recommended practices. mportant To ensure equipement reliability, the climatic requirements for the computing environment are: • temperature : 22 +/- 3°C, gradient 3°C/hour • hygrometr y : 50 +/- 5 %, gradient 5 %/hour. Optimum operation of water-cooled equipment is reached when ambiant air temperature is set to 20°C.
  • Page 50 mportant If the equipment is installed in a room equipped with water sprinklers or sprays, water pipes must only be loaded subsequent to a primary detection. mportant It is recommended to install water detection leads, connected to alarm or remote surveillance centers and/or to a water circuit shut-off device. mportant It is mandatory not to install hardware or furniture on one or more perforated / damper slabs in the Computer Room.
  • Page 51: Notes Notices

    Modem cable connectors differ from country to country. Customers must provide Note the RJ11 adapter required to comply with national standards. For further details, please consult your Cray Sales Representative. Power Cables are hard wired directly to the UPS without a plug, except UPS 7.5 & Note 10 KVA models.
  • Page 52 In the case of a water-cooled equipement installation, the Customer is responsible Note for supplying the complete water installation, from the water supply station through to the water pipe outlets at the base of tha cabinets. The water installation must comply with the standards in force.
  • Page 53: Index

    Index Cut-outs 1100 cabinet, 1-5 1100 cabinet, cut-outs, 1-5 1200 cabinet, 1-5 1200 cabinet, cut-outs, 1-5 water-cooled, 1-6 cabinet, 1-5 water-cooled, 1-6 Air circulation, air-conditioning, 2-4 Danger, notices, A-1, A-2 Air distribution, air-conditioning, 2-3 Data center Air pollutants, air-conditioning, 2-5 air-conditioning, 2-2, 2-3, 2-4, 2-5 Air renewal, air-conditioning, 2-3 alarms, 1-9...
  • Page 54 Neutral power system, power supply, 3-8 Non-computing power supply, data center, 3-9 Notes, notices, A-1, A-8 Electrical, interference, 1-8 Electrical safety, x Notices, A-1 caution, A-1, A-3 Electromagnetic, interference, 1-8 Emergency lighting, data center, 3-9 danger, A-1, A-2 Environment, computer room, data center, 1-12 electrical safety, x Extinguishing agent, fire protection, data center, 1-9 important, A-1, A-6...
  • Page 55 cooling unit fixtures, 4-4 preparing cooling unit, 4-4 preparing cooling unit, water-cooled cabinet, Warning, notices, A-1, A-5 Water damage, data center, 1-10 Water supply Water-cooled, 1200 cabinet, cut-outs, 1-6 chilled water requirements, 4-2 Water-cooled cabinet water-cooled cabinet, 4-3 chilled water requirements, water supply, 4-3 cooling unit fixtures, water-cooled cabinet, 4-4 cooling unit fixtures, water supply, 4-4 data center, 4-1...
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