HP Performance Optimized Data Center (POD) 20cp Setup and Install
HP Performance-Optimized Datacenter, 6 m (20 ft) Site Requirements Information
Part Number 587017-002
March 2010 (Second Edition)
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Intended audience
This document is for the person who installs, administers, and troubleshoots servers and storage systems. HP assumes you are qualified in the
servicing of computer equipment and trained in recognizing hazards in products with hazardous energy levels.
Contents
Site requirements .......................................................................................................................... 4
About this document ..................................................................................................................................... 4
Site preparation ........................................................................................................................................... 4
Safety information ........................................................................................................................................ 4
System utilities.............................................................................................................................................. 5
Power ............................................................................................................................................... 5
Drainage ........................................................................................................................................... 6
Optional connections to central facility infrastructure ........................................................................................ 7
Environmental considerations .............................................................................................................. 7
Environmental specifications ................................................................................................................ 7
Lightning protection ............................................................................................................................ 8
HP POD specifications ................................................................................................................... 9
Dimensions .................................................................................................................................................. 9
Weight ....................................................................................................................................................... 9
Required clearances ..................................................................................................................................... 9
Internal components ................................................................................................................................... 12
Water supply specifications ........................................................................................................................ 14
Water quality requirements .......................................................................................................... 15
Water quality requirements and specifications .............................................................................................. 15
Acceptable water quality specifications .............................................................................................. 15
Piping materials ............................................................................................................................... 16
Water precautions ..................................................................................................................................... 16
Condensation management ......................................................................................................................... 16
Power management .................................................................................................................... 17
Connection requirements ............................................................................................................................. 17
Power requirements .................................................................................................................................... 17
Main input power ...................................................................................................................................... 17
Main input power details .................................................................................................................. 18
Supported facility connections ...................................................................................................... 19
Humidifier specifications ............................................................................................................................. 19
Convenience outlets .................................................................................................................................... 19
Grounding requirements ............................................................................................................................. 19
IT cable portals .......................................................................................................................................... 20
HP POD security......................................................................................................................................... 20
HP POD Environmental Control System ......................................................................................................... 20
Fire, safety, and security notifications ........................................................................................................... 21
Acronyms and abbreviations ........................................................................................................ 22
Site requirements
About this document
This document outlines the installation requirements for a 6 m (20 ft) HP POD. These guidelines are for a
qualified architectural or consulting engineering team to generate site-specific documents for each HP
POD installation. The site-specific installation documentation must comply with local building code
Site preparation
jurisdictions.
The HP POD must be installed on a surface capable of supporting approximately 24,948 kg (55,000 lb).
The site location for the HP POD must be level +/- 0.5 degrees tolerance. Appropriate clearance for
installation, service, and system utilities (power and water) must also be considered.
IMPORTANT: Before installing the HP POD, consult your local AHJ for applicable codes and
to review site-specific location guidelines.
IMPORTANT: The HP POD is designed for ground level installation. If you install the HP POD
on an elevated surface, make sure the minimum height requirements for circuit breaker
actuators are considered per local and national electric code requirements.
The area in front of the outside panels must include a work platform. The distance from the
work platform surface to the center of any circuit breaker actuator handle must not exceed
183 cm (72 inches). The platform must be a minimum of 91 cm (36 inches) wide for free air,
and if the platform construction is grounded metal, must be a minimum of 107 cm (42 inches)
wide.
Safety information
The HP POD is certified to UL 69050/IEC 60950 as an Information Technology Product and Classified
according to the National Electric Code NFPA-70, 2008
The HP POD is not suitable for long term human occupancy. The HP POD has service access areas for
periodic maintenance and service. These areas must be used only by owner-authorized personnel who
are trained in the maintenance and service of the HP POD IT components.
IMPORTANT: Before installing the HP POD, consult your local AHJ for applicable codes and
Before installing your HP POD, verify that the following prerequisites have been met:
• All components have been delivered to your facility.
• The HP POD, power distribution components, and water distribution components are in their final
• You have facility power at your final location.
to review site-specific location guidelines. If needed, obtain any necessary permits.
location.
Site requirements 4
• You have chilled water at your final location.
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• You have made provisions for properly grounding the HP POD.
System utilities
Your site location must accommodate the following utilities:
• Cooling water
• Electrical power
Power
• Drainage
Item Component
1 Chilled water supply connection
2 Chilled water return connection
3 External communication box (if fitted)
ECS
Fire
Security
Telephone
Site requirements 5
Item Component
1 Main input power junction boxes
2 IT cable portals
Drainage
Site requirements 6
Drain hot aisle view
Item Component
1 Water main supply/return drains
2 Heat exchanger condensate drain
Optional connections to central facility infrastructure
• HP POD ECS
• Life safety systems
• Convenience outlet power
• Site networking connection
• Domestic water for optional humidifier
Environmental considerations
• Security system (optional)
• (Optional) Install under a properly engineered awning.
• Install lightning protection for the HP POD.
• Make sure that the HP POD is installed in a well lit area that complies with local workplace lighting
regulations.
• Make sure that the HP POD is properly grounded.
• Avoid placing the HP POD directly along a drainage path or in an area prone to flooding.
Environmental specifications
Features Specifications
Operating temperature -18ºC to 54ºC (-0ºF to 130ºF).
Supports to -29ºC (-20ºF) with optional cold weather
protection installation.
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