Selecting A System Location; Environmental Conditions; Power Requirements - DEC AlphaServer 1000A Owner's Manual

Selecting a System Location

When choosing a system location, keep in mind the optimal environmental conditions
and power requirements for the system. Be sure to keep the system in an upright
position. Figure 2-1 shows the system dimensions and the clearance needed to access
the system for servicing.
Figure 2-1 System Dimensions and Service Area
1 m
(36 in)

Environmental Conditions

Table 2-1 lists the environmental conditions in which the system unit best operates.
Table 2-1 Optimal Environmental Conditions
Condition
Temperature range
Relative humidity
Air circulation
2-2 Hardware Installation
35 cm
53 cm
(14.1 in)
(21 in)
Specification
Room temperature: Between 10º C and 40º C
(50º F and 104º F).
Between 10% and 90% (20% to 80% with
removable media options).
Allow a minimum clearance of 8 cm (3 inches)
on all sides of the system unit to allow sufficient
air circulation. Fans inside the system unit
circulate the air to prevent excessive heat, which
can damage the system components.
44 cm
(17.4 in)
65 cm
(26 in)
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