Where To Find Information; Introduction - Compaq ProLiant DL380 - G2 Server Deployment Manual

Compaq ProLiant DL380 Generation 2 Server High-Density Deployment in Compaq Racks
Note: Slide rails, power distribution units (PDUs), power cords, and cables can be preinstalled
into the rack in a build room or on the data center floor before moving the rack to its final
location.

Where to Find Information

Table 1. Where to Find Information
Section

Introduction

Power, Thermal, and Weight
Information
Power Distribution Units and
Power Cords
Console Management Systems
Planning Rack Configurations
Installation Procedures
Related Documents, Appendix A
Parts Reference, Appendix B
Power and Thermal Budgeting,
Appendix C
Connecting Multiple Racks,
Appendix D
Table 2. Steps for High-Volume Server Deployment
Introduction
Compaq designed the dense ProLiant DL380 Generation 2 server to meet the challenges
associated with deploying a high concentration of servers in a single rack. Compaq suggests that
customers evaluate their environments, power distribution, console, cable, and thermal
management choices well in advance to ensure the efficient deployment of multiple
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Description
Explains the purpose and scope of this white paper and
provides a glossary of terms
Lists important information about the
ProLiant DL380 Generation 2 server, Compaq racks,
PDUs, and related options to help choose a rack
configuration
Discusses specific PDU and power cord choices
Discusses server management options
Discusses rack configuration issues
Describes installation procedures
Lists documents and websites that provide additional
information about Compaq racks, rack options, and rack
deployment of ProLiant DL380 Generation 2 servers
Lists part numbers for all the components referred to in
this white paper
Explains calculating power deratings
Discusses connecting multiple racks and lists rack
deployment options for 7000- and 9000-series racks.
Step Description
Step 1 Choose PDUs from Table 6.
Step 2 Determine the PDUs and related options from Table 12.
Step 3 Determine rack configuration. See examples on pages 22-24.
Step 4 Determine rail, console, and cable configurations. See the "Rack Management
Systems" section on page 25.
Step 5 Install the ProLiant DL380 Generation 2 server. See the "Installation Procedures"
section on page 26.
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