HP D5970A HP Netserver LXr 8500 Rack Cabling Guide - Page 8

Chapter 1 Preparation for Cabling the HP NetServer LXr8500 Table 1-1. Site Preparation Checklist (Continued) Environment and Space Requirements Must meet OSHA, local code, and HP specifications for safety and supportability (3 feet minimum access in front and rear of electrical cabinets) Side access of 24 inches improves cable routing and management 24 hour air conditioning (68 - 72 deg. F; 20 - 22 deg. C, 40 - 60% RH) Table or work space big enough for console terminal and user guides Bookshelf for documentation Area to store equipment until time of installation Ensure all equipment and/or shipping pallets can fit through doorways, hallways, and into and out of elevators Data & Voice Communications (Pre-Tested and Verified) Voice phone located at system console terminal with cord long enough to reach all parts of the rack installation Phone line for remote support at each system Ethernet, FDDI, Token Ring, or other standard System Parameters Hostname IP address Subnet Mask Gateway IP Address Gateway Host Name DTC Node Name Hardware Configuration, Cables, and so on Availability of I/O paths and SCSI addresses for add-on devices Availability of I/O backplane slots, memory slots, and so on Valid, supportable configuration for added devices, interfaces, memory, and so forth Correct type and length of cables, as specified in order documents Site Preparation -- Circuit Breakers When you connect the HP NetServer LXr 8500 to an AC power source, the server temporarily draws a large "inrush current." This occurs even when the system is in standby mode. Inrush current is much greater than the server's normal operating needs. Generally, your external AC power source can handle the inrush current. 4