Deploying ProLiant DL320 & DL360 Servers into Third-Party Racks

Deploying Compaq ProLiant DL320 and DL360 Servers into Third-Party Racks 3
13NT-1000A-WWEN
Introduction
Compaq designed the ProLiant DL320 and ProLiant DL360 ultra-dense servers with maximally
configured deployments in mind. The servers require only 1U (1.75 inches) of rack height.
This document discusses installation and service issues that arise when working with ultra-dense
server deployment, including:
• Mounting options for varying rack environments
• Weight
• Power distribution
• Thermal and environmental considerations
• Console management choices
• Cable management
• Unit identification
This paper provides guidelines for deploying multiple ProLiant DL320 and ProLiant DL360
servers in third-party racks using the Compaq Third-Party Rack Option Kit (P/N: 174574-B21),
and provides information on Compaq rack products and related options. For information
regarding Compaq deployment of ultra-dense servers in third-party telecommunications racks,
consult the white paper, “Deploying Compaq ProLiant DL320 and ProLiant DL360 Servers into
Telecommunication (Telco) Racks,” Compaq document number 13NS-1000A-WWEN available on the
Compaq website at
www.compaq.com
Figure 1: Compaq ProLiant DL320 ultra-dense server
Figure 2: Compaq ProLiant DL360 ultra-dense server