HP 5642 User guide

HP 5642 Rack

User Guide

November 2004 (First Edition)

Part Number 366309-001

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HP 5642 Rack User Guide

November 2004 (First Edition)

Part Number 366309-001

Audience Assumptions

This document is for the person who installs racks and rack products. This procedure is performed only by trained personnel. HP assumes you are qualified in performing installations and trained in recognizing hazards in rack products.

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Contents
Overview	5
HP 5642 Rack ......................................................................................................................................	5
Ordering Rack Options ........................................................................................................................	5
Installation Overview...........................................................................................................................	6
Installation Service...............................................................................................................................	7
Assembling the HP 5642 Rack	9
Maximum Load Capacity.....................................................................................................................	9
Rack Caution........................................................................................................................................	9
Kit Contents .......................................................................................................................................	10
Required Tools...................................................................................................................................	14
Assembling the HP 5642 Rack ..........................................................................................................	14
Configuration Factors	31
Maximum Load Capacity...................................................................................................................	31
Rack Caution......................................................................................................................................	31
Configuration Factors ........................................................................................................................	32
Rack Configuration Software.............................................................................................................	32
Custom Builder Online Modes of Operation .....................................................................................	32
Component Placement .......................................................................................................................	33
Additional Considerations..................................................................................................................	33
Optimum Environment ......................................................................................................................	35
Space Requirements................................................................................................................	35
Power Requirements...............................................................................................................	35
Temperature Requirements.....................................................................................................	36
Airflow Requirements ............................................................................................................	36
Multiple Racks ...................................................................................................................................	37
Installing Components	39
General Guidelines.............................................................................................................................	39
Preparing the Rack for Component Installation .................................................................................	41
Checking the Hardware ..........................................................................................................	41
Removing the Side Panels ......................................................................................................	41
Removing the Rack Doors......................................................................................................	43
Installing Components .......................................................................................................................	44
Using the Rack Template........................................................................................................	45
Installing the Cage Nuts..........................................................................................................	46

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Specifications	49
HP 5642 Rack Specifications.............................................................................................................	49
Electrostatic Discharge	51
Preventing Electrostatic Discharge ....................................................................................................	51
Grounding Methods to Prevent Electrostatic Discharge ....................................................................	52
Technical Support	53
HP Contact Information .....................................................................................................................	53
Before You Contact HP .....................................................................................................................	53
Acronyms and Abbreviations	55
Index	57

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Overview
In This Section
HP 5642 Rack.................................................................................................................................	5
Ordering Rack Options...................................................................................................................	5
Installation Overview .....................................................................................................................	6
Installation Service .........................................................................................................................	7

HP 5642 Rack

The HP 5642 Racks offer the following features:

•Simple installation

•Split rear doors

•Split side panels

•Cable access area below rear door

Ordering Rack Options

In addition to the standard racks, HP also provides rack options to complement or complete your rack solution. The following list is only a sampling of the many rack option kits available. For information about ordering rack option kits visit the HP website (http://www.hp.com/products/rackoptions) or contact the nearest HP authorized reseller or service provider.

Rack Option	Description

Stabilizer Rack Option Kit	Increases the stability of free-standing
	racks, or for use with modified side feet

Baying Rack Option Kit	Joins multiple racks of the same series,
	height, and depth

Monitor/Utility Rack Option Kit	Holds a monitor or other rack
	component

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Rack Option	Description

Server Console Switch	Programmable switch panel with
	connection hardware used to switch a
	keyboard, monitor, and mouse among
	multiple servers

1U Keyboard Drawer Option Kit	Holds and conceals a keyboard

100 Kilo Sliding Shelf Rack Option	Allows easy access to various rack
Kit	components

TFT5600 RKM	Rack-mountable 1U keyboard and flat-
	panel monitor on a drawer with room in
	the rear to add a switchbox

Blanking Panel Rack Option Kit	Covers open areas of the rack to better
	control airflow

TFT7210R Flat Panel Monitor	Rack-mountable 1U flat-panel monitor
Rackmount	with room in the rear to add a
	switchbox

Installation Overview

HP recommends the following sequence of events for the most safe and efficient installation of your rack and components.

1.Install the Customer Builder software from the HP website (http://h30099.www3.hp.com/configurator/eco-cb/custombuilder.asp). Using the Custom Builder, plan the rack component location and installation sequence.

2.Select a location to set up your rack. This should be the permanent site for your rack.

3.Assemble the rack. For your convenience, rack contents are packaged to follow the installation steps.

4.Stabilize the rack by adjusting the leveling feet.

5.Bay multiple racks together (recommended if more than one rack is being used side by side).

6.Install products, such as PDUs or console switches, in sidewall or 0U locations.

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7.Install products, such as UPS units, starting from the bottom of the rack.

8.Install the appropriate support rails and tray for the first rack-mountable component.

9.Install the first individual component.

10.Attach a cable management arm if required.

11.Attach the appropriate cables and power cords to the component, being sure to adhere to all cautions and warnings.

12.Install the remaining components in the appropriate sequence.

13.Reinstall any doors and side panels.

14.Power up and configure the systems.

Installation Service

In the US, HP can make arrangements to have your rack system installed by qualified guaranteed service providers. This installation service covers the entire hardware installation sequence, from unpacking the components to routing cabling and running a test of the system. For more information, visit the HP website (http://www.hp.com/products/racks).

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Assembling the HP 5642 Rack
In This Section
Maximum Load Capacity ...............................................................................................................	9
Rack Caution ..................................................................................................................................	9
Kit Contents..................................................................................................................................	10
Required Tools .............................................................................................................................	14
Assembling the HP 5642 Rack.....................................................................................................	14

Maximum Load Capacity

CAUTION: Do not exceed the maximum load capacity, 680.38 kg (1,500 lb), for this rack.

Rack Caution

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the equipment, be sure that:

•This procedure is performed after you have read these instructions completely.

•You select a location to set up your rack. This location should be as close as possible to the permanent site for your rack.

•The leveling feet are extended to the floor to stabilize the rack.

•Two or more people are available to lift and stabilize the product pieces during assembly.

•After you install the side panels, they are secured to the rack frame before releasing them.

•The maximum load capacity for this rack is 680.38 kg (1,500 lb).

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Kit Contents

If any of the following items are missing or damaged, contact your HP authorized reseller. The following hardware pieces are included in this kit:

Identification	Quantity	Piece Description	Picture

A	1 piece	Rack base (with leveling feet
A		already attached)
		already attached)

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B1	1 piece	Lower left front vertical frame
		piece

B2	1 piece	Lower right front vertical frame
		piece

B3	1 piece	Lower left rear vertical frame
		piece (with Retma rail attached)

B4	1 piece	Lower right rear vertical frame
		piece (with Retma rail attached)

C1	1 piece	Upper left front vertical frame
		piece

C2	1 piece	Upper right front vertical frame
		piece

C3	1 piece	Upper left rear vertical frame
		piece (with Retma rail attached)

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C4	1 piece	Upper left rear vertical frame
		piece (with Retma rail attached)

D	1 piece	Rack top

E1	1 piece	Right depth rail

E2	1 piece	Left depth rail

F	2 pieces	Rear door support

G	2 pieces	Rear door

H	4 pieces	Side panel

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I	1 bag	Bolts

J	1 bag	Screws

K	1 bag	Screws

—	1 tool	Phillips screwdriver with socket
		tool

—	1 tool	Allen wrench

—	1 set	Key

—	1 set	Documentation Kit

Extra hardware might be included for your convenience.

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Required Tools

The following tools are required for some procedures:

•Included with this kit

−Allen wrench

−Phillips screwdriver with socket tool

−Keys

•Not included with this kit

−Step ladder

−Flat-head screwdriver (quarter-wide)

For comfort and efficiency while setting up your rack, use power tools where applicable.

Assembling the HP 5642 Rack

CAUTION: Be sure that the HP 5642 Rack parts are assembled in the correct locations according to the following illustrations.

CAUTION: Do not exceed the maximum load capacity, 680.38 kg (1,500 lb), for this rack.

NOTE: For your convenience, the rack components are packaged to follow the installation steps.

1.Place the rack base A in the location you have selected for the HP 5642 Rack.

2.Adjust the leveling feet if necessary.

CAUTION: Two people might be needed to lift and stabilize certain components during this assembly.

Assembling the HP 5642 Rack

3.Attach B1 to A using one I hardware bolt. Fully tighten the I hardware bolt before proceeding to the next step.

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4.Attach B2 to A using one I hardware bolt. Fully tighten the I hardware bolt before proceeding to the next step.

CAUTION: Two people might be needed to lift and stabilize certain components during this assembly.

Assembling the HP 5642 Rack

5.Attach B3 to A using one I hardware bolt. Fully tighten the I hardware bolt before proceeding to the next step.

CAUTION: Two people might be needed to lift and stabilize certain components during this assembly.

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6.Attach B4 to A using one I hardware bolt. Fully tighten the I hardware bolt before proceeding to the next step.

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