Getting Started Guide

Site requirements 11
Verify the following clearances prior to delivery:
• Working distance clearance—Maintain a safe working clearance according to the local utility
company or AHJ for each of the following items:
o Buildings
o Fences
o Gate headers
o Underground and overhead utilities
• Infrastructure clearance
o Underground power conduits, excluding power, water, and drainage lines connected to the HP
POD 40c G2
o Underground water lines, excluding power, water, and drainage lines connected to the HP POD
40c G2
o Underground sewage lines, excluding power, water, and drainage lines connected to the HP POD
40c G2
• Traffic clearance
For more information, see the local and national requirements, and site safety requirements.
Future expansions
When selecting a site location, consider future space and accessibility requirements. Adequate space
around the HP POD 40c G2 is necessary for locating additional equipment within close proximity, such as
generators and UPS devices. When installing additional equipment within close proximity to the HP POD
40c G2, consult with HP for site locations.
For specific space requirements, see "Dimensions and clearances (on page 8)."
Grounding requirements
The HP POD 40c G2 structure and internal components are all bonded together. A common grounding
electrode conductor connection point is provided on the utility-end cold aisle.
WARNING: To avoid the risk of personal injury or electric shock, the HP POD 40c G2 must be
properly grounded (earthed) in accordance with local and national requirements.
The following is a list of component requirements for grounding and bonding:
• Grounding of the HP POD 40c G2 must comply with the requirements of Article 250 of the NEC, NFPA
70-2011 (NA/JPN) and with local and regional regulations (IEC for EMEA and AP).
• Bonding of the piping systems and any exposed structural steel, installed to support the HP POD 40c
G2, must be in accordance with NEC (NA) and with local and regional regulations (IEC for EMEA and
APJ).