HP 245161-B22 - 10642 42U Rack Shock Pallet Reference Manual page 4

Contents
Chapter 2
Configuration Factors
Rack Configuration Software.......................................................................................... 2-1
Rack Builder Online Modes of Operation ................................................................ 2-1
Rack Builder Online Features................................................................................... 2-2
Rules for Component Placement..................................................................................... 2-3
Additional Considerations............................................................................................... 2-3
Optimum Environment.................................................................................................... 2-5
Space Requirements.................................................................................................. 2-5
Power Requirements................................................................................................. 2-5
Grounding Requirements.......................................................................................... 2-6
Temperature Requirements....................................................................................... 2-7
Airflow Requirements .............................................................................................. 2-8
Chapter 3
Preparing the Rack
Required Tools ................................................................................................................ 3-2
Checking the Hardware................................................................................................... 3-2
Removing the Rack Doors .............................................................................................. 3-3
Removing the Side Panels............................................................................................... 3-7
Stabilizing the Rack ........................................................................................................ 3-8
Standalone Racks...................................................................................................... 3-8
Multiple Racks........................................................................................................ 3-10
Server/Storage vs. Switching Configurations ............................................................... 3-10
Chapter 4
Installing Components in the Rack
General Guidelines.......................................................................................................... 4-2
Component Installation Overview .................................................................................. 4-3
Using the Template ......................................................................................................... 4-4
Installing the Cage Nuts .................................................................................................. 4-5
Preparing and Installing Rack-Mountable Rails ............................................................. 4-6
Preparing the Adjustable Fixed Rails ....................................................................... 4-6
Installing the Adjustable Fixed Rails........................................................................ 4-7
Preparing the Sliding Rails ....................................................................................... 4-9
Installing the Sliding Rails...................................................................................... 4-13
Preparing the Component.............................................................................................. 4-14
Adjustable Fixed Rails............................................................................................ 4-14
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