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HP rp8400 Series Manual

Site preparation guide, second edition - hp rp8400 server series
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Site Preparation Guide
hp rp8400 Server Series
Second Edition
Manufacturing Part Number: A6093-96014
August 2002
USA

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  • Page 1 Site Preparation Guide hp rp8400 Server Series Second Edition Manufacturing Part Number: A6093-96014 August 2002...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Upgrading rp8400 Servers ........
  • Page 4 Contents 4. Pre-installation Survey Pre-installation Survey Content ............35 Typical Installation Schedule .
  • Page 5 Table 4-1. Customer and Hewlett-Packard Information ........
  • Page 6 Tables...
  • Page 7 Figure C-1. rp8400 Space Requirements ........
  • Page 8 Figures viii...
  • Page 9 Preface...

  • Page 10: Legal Notices

    Legal Notices Hewlett-Packard makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this manual, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Hewlett-Packard shall not be held liable for errors contained herein or direct, indirect, special, incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance, or use of this material.
  • Page 11 The user is cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by Hewlett-Packard could result in the equipment being noncompliant with FCC Class A requirements and void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
  • Page 12 Consequently, when used in a residential area or in an adjacent area thereto, radio interference may be caused to radios and TV receivers, etc. Read the instructions for correct handling. EMI Statement (European Union Only) This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
  • Page 13 WARNING energy may be present even after the removal of a single input source. Trained service personnel must follow guidelines stipulated in the service guidelines in the hp rp8400 server series EPSS. Lithium Battery Caution CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.

  • Page 14: Notational Conventions

    Notational Conventions WARNING Warnings highlight procedures or information necessary to avoid injury to personnel. The warning should tell the reader exactly what will result from what actions and how to avoid them. CAUTION A caution highlights procedures or information necessary to avoid damage to equipment, damage to software, loss of data, or invalid test results.

  • Page 17: System Specifications

    This chapter describes the basic rp8400 configuration and its physical specifications and requirements: • “Upgrading rp8400 Servers” on page 4 discusses the additional requirements resulting from upgrading rp8400 Server systems. • “Dimensions and Weights” on page 5 discusses the physical size and weight of the rp8400 components. Chapter 1...
  • Page 18 System Specifications • “Electrical Specifications” on page 7 discusses the power requirements for the system. • “Environmental Requirements” on page 9 discusses temperature and humidity, power dissipation, and air flow information about the server. Chapter 1...

  • Page 19: General

    General General This chapter provides the overall specifications of a rp8400 server system. The specifications are listed throughout this chapter in an effort to define each specification as thoroughly as possible to ensure that all data is considered to ensure a successful site preparation.

  • Page 20: Upgrading Rp8400 Servers

    System Specifications Upgrading rp8400 Servers Upgrading rp8400 Servers This section provides the details relating to upgrading a rp8400 Server system. NOTE Ensure that the customer is aware of the iCOD email requirements. Refer to http://docs.hp.com for more details. Upgrading the Server Space requirements remain the same, but power and cooling must be increased when upgrading within a cabinet (adding additional cells, I/O, etc.).

  • Page 21: Dimensions And Weights

    System Specifications Dimensions and Weights Dimensions and Weights This section provides dimensions and weights of the system components. Component Dimensions Table 1-1 lists the dimensions for the cabinet and components for a rp8400 server. Table 1-1 Server Component Dimensions Depth/ Maximum...

  • Page 22: Shipping Dimensions And Weights

    The weight will vary depending on the PCI card installed. See respective Product Support Plan for the PCI card weight. Shipping Dimensions and Weights Table 1-3 lists the dimensions and weights of the rp8400 server system cabinet with shipping pallet. Table 1-3 Shipping Dimensions and Weights...

  • Page 23: Electrical Specifications

    The rp8400 contains four C20 power receptacles located at the bottom rear bulkhead. A minimum of two power cords must be used to maintain normal operation of the rp8400. A second set of two cords can be added to improve system availability by protecting, for example, against power source failures or accidentally tripped circuit breakers.

  • Page 24: Component Power Requirements

    Power Cords Table 1-6 lists the various power cables available for use with a rp8400 server. Each power cord is 15 feet (4.5 meters) in length with a IEC 60320-1 C19 female connector attached to one end.

  • Page 25: Environmental Requirements

    This section describes the power dissipated by each component of the rp8400 server. Cabinet Power Dissipation Table 1-8 lists the theoretical maximum power dissipations of the rp8400 server system. Table 1-9 lists typical power dissipation. To determine the power dissipations of your specific system, refer to Table A-1 on page 46 and Table A-2 on page 46.

  • Page 26: Table 1-8. Theoretical System Component Power Dissipation

    60.20 238.98 0.020 PCI Power Supply 40.42 160.458 0.013 Total maximum configuration 4934 4243.24 16844.68 1.404 rp8400 Server (PA8700) Table 1-9 Typical System Component Power Dissipation Watts Btu/ Tons of Equipment Dissipated kcal/Hour Hour Refrigeration Typical Chassis fans, System board and PCI 283.80...

  • Page 27: Acoustic Noise Specification

    Air Flow rp8400 servers require that the recommended cabinet air intake temperature be between 68 F and 77 F (20 C and 25 C) at 960 CFM.
  • Page 28 System Specifications Environmental Requirements Chapter 1...

  • Page 29: Electrical And Environmental Guidelines

    Electrical and Environmental Guidelines This chapter provides guidelines for planning and preparing the site. Careful site planning and preparation ensures trouble-free installation and reliable operation of rp8400 servers. Factors that may contribute to less than optimal equipment operation are also highlighted.
  • Page 30 Electrical and Environmental Guidelines • “Environmental Elements” on page 21 discusses computer room preparation, cooling and humidity requirements, dust and pollution control, electrostatic discharge prevention, and acoustics. Chapter 2...

  • Page 31: Electrical Factors

    Electrical Factors Electrical Factors Proper design and installation of a power distribution system for a rp8400 server requires specialized skills. Those responsible for this task must have a thorough knowledge and understanding of appropriate electrical codes and the limitations of the power systems for computer and data processing equipment.

  • Page 32: Electrical Load Requirements (Circuit Breaker Sizing)

    Table 1-4 on page 7 and Table 1-5 on page 8 summarizes electrical power load (kVa input) requirements for rp8400 servers. These tables provide load requirements for computers, but additional capacity should be added for equipment upgrading or expansion.

  • Page 33: Distribution Hardware

    However, testing cannot conclusively rule out loss of service. Therefore, adherence to the following guidelines provides the best possible performance of power distribution systems for rp8400 server equipment: • Dedicated power source—Isolates server power distribution system from other circuits in the facility.

  • Page 34: Grounding Systems

    Power distribution systems consist of several parts. Hewlett-Packard recommends that these parts be solidly interconnected to provide an equipotential ground to all points.

  • Page 35: Figure 2-1. Raised Floor Metal Strip Ground System

    (to provide low resistance and attachment points for connection to service entrance ground and rp8400 server equipment). The use of conductive floor tiles with this style of grid further enhances ground performance.

  • Page 36: System Installation Guidelines

    Electrical Factors Equipment Grounding Implementation Details Connect all Hewlett-Packard equipment cabinets to the site ground grid as follows: Step 1. Attach one end of each ground strap to the applicable cabinet ground lug. Step 2. Attach the other end to the nearest pedestal base (raised floor) or cable trough ground point (nonraised floor).

  • Page 37: Environmental Elements

    Acoustics (noise reduction) Computer Room Preparation The following guidelines are recommended when preparing a computer room for a rp8400 server system: • Locate the computer room away from the exterior walls of the building to avoid the heat gain from windows and exterior wall surfaces.
  • Page 38 Electrical and Environmental Guidelines Environmental Elements • Humidification • Reheating • Air distribution • System controls adequate to maintain the computer room within the operating ranges listed in Table 1-7 on page 9. Lighting and personnel must also be included. For example, a person dissipates about 450 BTUs per hour while performing a typical computer room task.

  • Page 39: Humidity Level

    Electrical and Environmental Guidelines Environmental Elements If a ceiling plenum return air system or a ducted ceiling return air system is used, the return air grill(s) in the ceiling should be above the exhaust area or the exhaust row. The following three types of air distribution system are listed in order of recommendation: •...

  • Page 40: Dust And Pollution Control

    Electrical and Environmental Guidelines Environmental Elements Dust and Pollution Control Computer equipment can be adversely affected by dust and microscopic particles in the site environment. Specifically, disk drives, tape drives, and some other mechanical devices can have bearing failures resulting from airborne abrasive particles.

  • Page 41: Electrostatic Discharge (Esd) Prevention

    Although this problem is relatively rare, it may be an issue within your computer room. Since metallic contamination can cause permanent or intermittent failures on your electronic equipment, Hewlett-Packard strongly recommends that your site be evaluated for metallic particulate contamination before installation of electronic equipment.

  • Page 42: Acoustics

    Electrical and Environmental Guidelines Environmental Elements Acoustics Computer equipment and air conditioning blowers cause computer rooms to be noisy. Ambient noise level in a computer room can be reduced as follows: • Dropped ceiling—Cover with a commercial grade of fire-resistant, acoustic rated, fiberglass ceiling tile. •...

  • Page 43: Facility Guidelines

    Facility Guidelines This chapter describes facility characteristics and provides guidelines for preparing the computer room. • “Facility Characteristics” on page 28 discusses architectural issues. • “Space Requirements” on page 31 discusses the amount of floor space required by the components. Chapter 3...

  • Page 44: Facility Characteristics

    Raised floor loading is a function of the manufacturer’s load specification and the positioning of the equipment relative to the raised floor grid. While Hewlett-Packard cannot assume responsibility for determining the suitability of a particular raised floor system, it does provide information and illustrations for the customer or local agencies to determine installation requirements.

  • Page 45: Table 3-2. Typical Raised Floor Specifications

    The average floor load value, defined in Table 3-2, is not appropriate for addressing raised floor ratings at the floor grid spacing level. However, it is useful for determining floor loading at the building level, such as the area of solid floor or span of raised floor tiles covered by the rp8400 server footprint. Typical Raised Floor Site This section contains an example of a computer room raised floor system that is satisfactory for the installation of a rp8400 server.

  • Page 46: Windows

    Facility Guidelines Facility Characteristics Table 3-2 Typical Raised Floor Specifications (Continued) Rating Item 1250 lb (567 kg) Concentrated load Ultimate load 4000 lb (1814 kg) per panel Rolling load 400 lb (181 kg) Average floor load 500 lb (227 kg) a.

  • Page 47: Space Requirements

    Space Requirements Space Requirements This section contains information about space requirements for a rp8400 server. This data should be used as the basic guideline for space plan developments. Other factors, such as airflow, lighting, and equipment space requirements must also be considered.

  • Page 48: Equipment Footprint Templates

    Facility Guidelines Space Requirements • Access areas for power wiring and air conditioning filters • Equipment cable routing Copies of the floor plan grid are located in Appendix C. Equipment Footprint Templates Equipment footprint templates are provided in Appendix C to show basic equipment dimensions and space requirements for servicing.

  • Page 49: Pre-Installation Survey

    This chapter provides a site survey information packet consisting of an information form and checklists to be used to evaluate a computer facility. The checklists should be completed and the information sheets and information forms filled out by the customer and a Hewlett-Packard representative. •...
  • Page 50 Pre-installation Survey • “Typical Installation Schedule” on page 36 describes the proposed schedule of installation events. • “Site Inspection” on page 37 provides the on-site inspection checklist. • “Delivery Survey” on page 40 provides the delivery or installation requirement forms. Chapter 4...

  • Page 51: Pre-Installation Survey Content

    It contains the following items: • Pre-installation checklists—Verify that the customer site is ready for the equipment installation. • Pre-installation survey information sheets—List customer name, address, and corresponding Hewlett-Packard sales personnel. • Pre-installation survey information forms—List delivery information and special instructions. Chapter 4...

  • Page 52: Typical Installation Schedule

    The following schedule lists the sequence of events for a typical system installation: • 60 days before installation — Floor plan design completed and mailed to Hewlett-Packard (if required to be an HP task) • 30 days before installation — Primary power and air conditioning installation completed —...

  • Page 53: Site Inspection

    Pre-installation Survey Site Inspection Site Inspection Table 4-1 contains the basic Customer and Hewlett-Packard information. Table 4-2 contains the Site Inspection Checklist. Table 4-1 Customer and Hewlett-Packard Information Customer Information Name: Phone No: Street Address: City Town: State or Province:...
  • Page 54 Pre-installation Survey Site Inspection Table 4-2 Site Inspection Checklist (Continued) Comment Please check either Yes or No. If No, include comment# or date or Date Is the raised floor adequate for equipment loading? Are there channels or cutouts for cable routing? Is there a remote console telephone line available with an RJ11 jack? Is a telephone line available?
  • Page 55 Pre-installation Survey Site Inspection Table 4-2 Site Inspection Checklist (Continued) Comment Please check either Yes or No. If No, include comment# or date or Date Is there an emergency power shut-off switch? Is there a telephone available for emergency purposes? Is there a fire protection system in the computer room? Is antistatic flooring installed?

  • Page 56: Delivery Survey

    Pre-installation Survey Delivery Survey Delivery Survey The delivery survey form shown in Figure 4-1 on page 41 and Figure 4-2 on page 42 lists delivery or installation requirements. If any of the items on the list apply, enter the appropriate information in the areas provided on the form.

  • Page 57: Figure 4-1. Delivery Survey (Part 1)

    Pre-installation Survey Delivery Survey • Special security requirements applicable to the facility, such as security clearance Figure 4-1 Delivery Survey (Part 1) DELIVERY CHECKLIST DOCK DELIVERY Is dock large enough for a semitrailer? Circle the location of the dock and give street name if different than address. North West East...

  • Page 58: Figure 4-2. Delivery Survey (Part 2)

    Pre-installation Survey Delivery Survey Figure 4-2 Delivery Survey (Part 2) ELEVATOR Fill in the following information if an elevator is required to move equipment. Capacity (lb or kg) Depth Height Width Height Depth Width STAIRS Please list number of flights and stairway dimensions. Number of flights Number of flights Width...

  • Page 59: System Requirements Summary

    System Requirements Summary This appendix summarizes the requirements that must be considered in preparing the site for a rp8400 server. • “Power Consumption and Air Conditioning” on page 45 provides tables to determine the overall power consumed and the air conditioning required for a specific system configuration.
  • Page 60 System Requirements Summary • “Power Consumption and Air Conditioning Requirement” on page 47 provides tables to determine the overall power required for a specific system configuration. • “Weight” on page 49 provides tables to determine the overall weight of a specific system configuration. Appendix A...

  • Page 61: Power Consumption And Air Conditioning

    System Requirements Summary Power Consumption and Air Conditioning Power Consumption and Air Conditioning To determine the power consumed and the air conditioning required, follow the examples in Table A-1 and Table A-3, then complete the entries in Table A-2 and Table A-4. When determining power requirements you must consider any peripheral equipment that will NOTE be installed during initial installation or as a later update.

  • Page 62: Summary

    System Requirements Summary Power Consumption and Air Conditioning Table A-1 Example Power Consumption (Theoretical Maximum) and Air Conditioning Requirement Summary Air Conditioning Multiply Power Required (tons) Component Quantity Quantity Dissipated (kilowatts/3.517 (kilowatts) =tons) Chassis 426.00 (.426) 0.121 Cell Board (PA8700) 2984.00 (2.984) 0.848 PCI Card (Maximum 25W)

  • Page 63: Power Consumption And Air Conditioning Requirement

    System Requirements Summary Power Consumption and Air Conditioning Requirement Power Consumption and Air Conditioning Requirement Table A-3 Example Power Consumption (Typical) and Air Conditioning Requirement Summary Air Conditioning Multiply Power Required (tons) Component Quantity Quantity Dissipated (kilowatts/3.517 (kilowatts) =tons) Chassis 330.00 (0.33) 0.094 Cell Board (PA8700)
  • Page 64 System Requirements Summary Power Consumption and Air Conditioning Requirement Maximum power is the sum of the worst case power consumption of every subsystem in the box, and should be used to size worst case power consumption. Typical power consumption numbers are what HP engineers have measured running power intensive applications.

  • Page 65: Weight

    System Requirements Summary Weight Weight To determine overall weight, follow the examples in Table A-5, then complete the entries in Table A-6. Table A-5 Example Weight Summary Component Quantity Multiply By Weight (kg) Cell Boards 26.8 lbs 107.20 lbs (12.16) (48.64) PCI Card (varies - 0.34 lbs...
  • Page 66 System Requirements Summary Weight Appendix A...

  • Page 67: Conversion Factors

    Conversion Factors The conversion factors provided in this appendix are intended to ease data calculation for systems that do not conform specifically to the configurations listed in this Site Preparation Guide. Listed below are the conversion factors used in this document, as well as additional conversion factors which may be helpful in determining those factors required for site planning: Appendix B...
  • Page 68 Conversion Factors • Refrigeration — 1 watt = .86 kcal/h — 1 watt = 3.413 Btu/h — 1 watt = 2.843-4 tons — 1 ton = 200 Btu/min — 1 ton = 12,000 Btu/h — 1 ton = 3,517.2 W •...

  • Page 69: Templates

    Templates This appendix contains blank floor plan grids and equipment templates. Combine the necessary number of floor plan grid sheets to create a scaled version of the computer room floor plan. Appendix C...

  • Page 70: Figure C-1 Rp8400 Space Requirements

    Templates Figure C-1 on page 54 illustrates the overall dimensions required for a rp8400 system. Figure C-1 rp8400 Space Requirements Appendix C...

  • Page 71: Equipment Footprint Templates

    Templates Equipment Footprint Templates Equipment Footprint Templates Equipment footprint templates are drawn to the same scale as the floor plan grid (1/4 inch = 1 foot). These templates are provided to show basic equipment dimensions and space requirements for servicing. The service areas shown on the template drawings are lightly shaded.

  • Page 72: Computer Room Layout Plan

    Templates Computer Room Layout Plan Computer Room Layout Plan Use the following procedure to create a computer room layout plan: Step 1. Remove several copies of the floor plan grid. Step 2. Cut and join them together (as necessary) to create a scale model floor plan of your computer room. Step 3.

  • Page 73: Figure C-2 Rp8400 Cabinet Template

    Computer Room Layout Plan NOTE Attach a reduced copy of the completed floor plan to the site survey (Table 4-1 and Table 4-2) located in Chapter 4, “Preinstallation Survey.” Hewlett-Packard installation specialist use this floor plan during equipment installation. Figure C-2...

  • Page 74: Figure C-3 Planning Grid

    Templates Computer Room Layout Plan Figure C-3 Planning Grid Scale: 1/4 inch = 1 foot 60SP016A 12/20/99 Appendix C...

  • Page 75: Figure C-4 Planning Grid

    Templates Computer Room Layout Plan Figure C-4 Planning Grid Scale: 1/4 inch = 1 foot 60SP016A 12/20/99 Appendix C...

  • Page 76: Figure C-5 Planning Grid

    Templates Computer Room Layout Plan Figure C-5 Planning Grid Scale: 1/4 inch = 1 foot 60SP016A 12/20/99 Appendix C...

  • Page 77: Figure C-6 Planning Grid

    Templates Computer Room Layout Plan Figure C-6 Planning Grid Scale: 1/4 inch = 1 foot 60SP016A 12/20/99 Appendix C...

  • Page 78: Figure C-7 Planning Grid

    Templates Computer Room Layout Plan Figure C-7 Planning Grid Scale: 1/4 inch = 1 foot 60SP016A 12/20/99 Appendix C...

  • Page 79: Index

    Index humidity level static protection measures air conditioning environmental requirements system recommendations equipment footprint templates air conditioning ducts air distribution system room space return air air ducts facility characteristics illustrated facility guidelines average floor loading characteristics computer room layout equipment footprint templates floor loading terms basic air conditioning equipment requirements floor-plan grid...
  • Page 80 Index power system protection preinstallation survey raised floor ground system, illustrated grounding restricted rights notices shipping dimensions and weights site inspection sources of electrical disturbances space requirements computer room layout delivery space requirements equipment footprint templates system installation guidelines data communications cables wiring connections system specifications temperature and humidity specifications...

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