Compaq ProLiant DL360 Generation 2 Server Setup and Installation Guide

2-4 Compaq ProLiant DL360 Generation 2 Server Setup and Installation Guide
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When installing more than one server, additional power distribution devices
may be required to safely provide power to all devices. Observe the following
guidelines:
■ The power load must be balanced between available AC supply branch
circuits.
■ The overall system AC current load must not exceed 80 percent of the
branch circuit AC current rating.
Grounding Requirements
For proper operation and safety, the server must be properly grounded. In the
United States, you must install the equipment in accordance with NFPA 70,
1999 Edition (National Electric Code) Article 250 as well as any local and
regional building codes. In Canada, the equipment must be installed in
accordance with Canadian Standards Association, CSA C22.1, Canadian
Electrical Code. In all other countries, the installation must follow any
regional or national electrical wiring codes, such as the International
Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) 364, parts 1 through 7. Furthermore, you
must ensure that all power distribution devices used in the installation—such
as branch wiring and receptacles—are listed or certified grounding-type
devices.
Because of the high ground leakage currents associated with multiple servers
connected to the same power source, Compaq recommends the use of a power
distribution unit (PDU) that is either permanently wired to the building’s
branch circuit or includes a non-detachable cord that is wired to an
industrial-style plug. NEMA locking-style plugs or those complying with
IEC 60309 are considered suitable for this purpose. Compaq does not
recommend using common power outlet strips for this equipment.
Rack Planning Resources
The following resource information is available on rack designs and products.
The Rack Builder Pro Configuration Tool and Rack Products documentation
information can be found on the Compaq website:
www.compaq.com/support/files/storage/index.html
The entire Rack Resource CD Kit ships with all Compaq racks. A summary of
the content of each CD follows:
■ Rack Builder Pro Configuration Tool