Compaq ProLiant DL380 Generation 2 Server High-Density Deployment in Compaq Racks

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Appendix D −
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− Connecting Multiple Racks
Compaq offers baying or coupling kits designed to connect two or more 7000- or 9000-series
racks side by side. When coupling two or more racks, only install the side panels on the outsides
of the end racks. The following tables list the rack-deployment option kits for 7000- and
9000-series racks. Refer to the Compaq ProLiant DL380 Generation 2 Quick Specs for the most
recent options available. Table 22 lists rack-deployment options for 7000-series racks. Table 23
lists rack-deployment options for 9000-series racks.
Table 22. Rack Deployment Options for 7000-Series Racks
7000-Series Rack Options Compaq Part #
7000 Extension Bustle kit
The extension kit for the 7142 rack includes a steel collar that attaches to the front and/or rear
of the rack, enabling additional space in the rack for large equipment or cable management.
154392-B21
Rack Side Wall kit (42U only)
This kit includes two rack side panels for the 7142 rack.
165652-001
Coupling kit
Use this kit to join two or more racks to create a multi-bay configuration. The kit supports 24-
inch and 600-mm floor tile spacing. Sides of adjacent rack frames are connected, and side
panels are installed on the two ends of the multi-bay configuration.
165664-001
Rack Stabilizing Feet kit (42U only)
189907-001
High Air-Flow Rack Door Insert
This kit enables proper ventilation to effectively cool a high-volume deployment of ProLiant
DL320 servers.
7122: 157847-B21
7142: 327281-B21
7142 6 pack:
327281-B22
Table 23. Rack Deployment Options for 9000-Series Racks
9000-Series Rack Options Compaq Part #
Baying/Coupling kit
Use this kit to join two or more racks to create a multi-bay configuration. The kit supports 24-
inch and 600-mm floor tile spacing. Sides of adjacent rack frames are connected, and side
panels are installed on the two ends of the multi-bay configuration.
120669-B21
Stabilizer kit
The anti-tip stabilizer kit provides stability and support when equipment is installed, removed,
or accessed within the rack. Compaq highly recommends using a stabilizer kit with a stand-
alone rack.
120673-B21
Ballast kit
The ballast kit provides additional stability and support for the stabilizer kit. Use the ballast kit
if heavy equipment is routinely installed, removed, or accessed within the rack. A ballast kit
must be assembled with a ballast installed on each side of the rack.
120672-B21
Extension Bustle kit
The extension bustle kit attaches to the rear of the rack providing an additional 8.6 cm (3.9 in)
of space to the depth of the rack. This option enables more space for cable management or
extended equipment installed in the rack.
120679-B21
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