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Electrical Factors.....................................................................................................................................7
Synopsis.............................................................................................................................................7
AC Power Quality Devices..........................................................................................................8
UPS Recommendations................................................................................................................8
Power Consumption....................................................................................................................8
Grounding Systems......................................................................................................................9
Comprehensive Discussion...............................................................................................................9
Computer Room Safety...................................................................................................................10
Fire Protection............................................................................................................................10
Fire Suppression.........................................................................................................................10
Cabinet Recommendations........................................................................................................10
Power Consumption........................................................................................................................11
Power Quality..................................................................................................................................11
Power System Protection............................................................................................................12
Distribution Hardware....................................................................................................................12
Wire Selection.............................................................................................................................12
Building Distribution.................................................................................................................13
Grounding Systems.........................................................................................................................13
Electrical Conduit Ground....................................................................................................13
Power Panel Ground.............................................................................................................13
Computer Safety Ground.....................................................................................................13
Acclimatization..........................................................................................................................16
Wiring Connections....................................................................................................................16
Environmental Elements.......................................................................................................................16
Synopsis...........................................................................................................................................16
Air Quality.................................................................................................................................16
Airflow.......................................................................................................................................17
Equipment Orientation..............................................................................................................18
Comprehensive Discussion.............................................................................................................18
Computer Room Preparation..........................................................................................................19
Airflow.............................................................................................................................................19
Row Orientation.........................................................................................................................19
Dust and Pollution Control........................................................................................................20
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