HP StorageWorks XP24000 Disk Array Site Preparation Guide, v01 (AE131-96002, June 2007)

Table 3 Site prep checklist
ReferenceNoYesChecklist questions
“Fire safety” on page 23 Is there a fire protection system in the computer
room?
“Equipment servicing hazards” on page 23 Is the computer room free of any equipment
servicing hazards (for example, electrical or
data cables that obstruct access)?
“The space planning process” on page 27 Is the existing floor plan documented?
“The space planning process” on page 27 Has a new floor plan been developed to include
the new array?
“The space planning process” on page 27 Does the new floor plan include adequate space
for airflow and servicing needs?
“Floor clearance” on page 27 Does the new floor plan include the clearance
required for the floor's load rating?
“Computer room requirements” on page 22 Is the computer room structurally complete
(walls, floor, air conditioning system, and so
on)?
“Floor clearance” on page 27 Is the raised floor adequate for the equipment
load?
“Floor covering” on page 24 Is antistatic flooring or mats installed?
“Floor cutouts” on page 25 Are there cutouts or channels for cable routing?
“Data comm requirements” on page 41 Is there a dedicated analog telephone line for
the optional modem-based remote support
solution (if chosen)?
“Data comm requirements” on page 41 Is the infrastructure available for the optional
internet-based remote support solution (if
chosen)?
“Data comm requirements” on page 41 Is a telephone line available for HP
representative use?
“Data comm requirements” on page 41 Is a private LAN available?
“Temperature specifications” on page 34 Can the temperature be maintained between
16 and 32 degrees C?
“Temperature specifications” on page 34 Can temperature changes be held to less than
10 degrees C per hour?
“Humidity specifications” on page 34 Can the humidity level be maintained between
20% and 80%?
“Dust and pollution control” on page 40 Is the computer room protected against dust,
pollution, and metallic particulate
contamination?
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