Neoview Owner's Manual (R2.2 SP1, R2.3)

Overview
HP support engineers and Professional Service delivery consultants use this questionnaire to
collect data and identify areas of concern that can affect installation, supportability, or operational
reliability of new or relocated equipment within a data center. The obtained information can also
be included with other HP service offerings to assist customers in improving their existing data
center or when building a new facility intended for HP systems. This Site Preparation
Walk-Through covers many computing environment characteristics such as floor loading, power,
accessibility, and cooling to ensure equipment is installed, operated, and supported within
equipment specifications. The Walk-Through includes an appraisal of the existing environment,
which includes:
• Room size
• Flooring and access
• Fire detection and suppression
• Electrical; static, grounding, power
• Surge protection and backup
• Interference (RMI, EMI, and so on
• Air conditioning
• Ongoing environmental monitoring
• Maintenance practices and equipment conditioning
When completed in its entirety, the Walk-Through assists in determining the suitability of a data
center and identifies actions or improvements (Risks Items) that might be required to upgrade
the center to meet required minimal standards. An additional Statement of Work services can
be generated from this review to address areas of concern or risk that are identified.
Recommended Tools
• Tape measure
• Voltmeter
Preliminary Tips and Considerations
• When evaluating or recommending a potential computer site, consider the size and
complexity of the proposed system and related peripherals.
• Consider the environmental specifications of all products being installed.
• Develop recommendations to address any potential problems or risks.
• Be prepared to provide appropriate justifications to support any recommendations.
• HP has consulting resources that are available to help identify problems and provide
recommendations.
• Obtain a copy of the Sales Quote and Technical Documents if they have been created.
• Reference applicable HP documentation.
Instructions
1. Review and select either the Yes, N.A. (Not Applicable), No, or RISK box in each line item.
All RISK items require an explanation in the comments area. Some No replies might require an
explanation for clarification.
2. Ensure that all questions are answered.
3. Questionable items might pose an opportunity for a Blast Lead for the Data Center Services
group, such as a Data Center Thermal Analysis.
RISK means that this item might affect the installation and stability of the Neoview Platform.
The account team decides the course of action to take to mitigate the risk or pass on any
recommendation.
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