HP HP 10000 G2 Series User manual

HP 10000 G2 Series Rack
User Guide
Part Number 391312-006
August 2010 (Sixth Edition)

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Intended audience
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.

Contents
Configuration factors..................................................................................................................... 5
Rack configuration software........................................................................................................................ 5
HP eCo-Enterprise Configurator......................................................................................................... 5
Optimum environment................................................................................................................................ 5
Space requirements ......................................................................................................................... 5
Power requirements ......................................................................................................................... 6
Temperature requirements................................................................................................................. 6
Airflow requirements........................................................................................................................ 6
Populating your new rack........................................................................................................................... 6
Additional rack considerations.................................................................................................................... 7
General component placement guidelines .................................................................................................... 8
Preparing the rack for component installation................................................................................. 10
Checking the hardware............................................................................................................................ 10
Hardware kit contents .................................................................................................................... 10
Required tools............................................................................................................................... 11
Removing the rack doors.......................................................................................................................... 11
Removing the front door ................................................................................................................. 11
Removing the rear doors ................................................................................................................ 13
Removing the side panels ......................................................................................................................... 13
Stabilizing requirements........................................................................................................................... 15
Rack stabilizer option kit................................................................................................................. 16
Rack baying option kit ................................................................................................................... 17
Rack tie-down option kit ................................................................................................................. 17
Installing components .................................................................................................................. 19
Installing components............................................................................................................................... 19
Installing the cage nuts............................................................................................................................. 19
Installing the hook-and-loop components..................................................................................................... 21
Installing the cable management brackets................................................................................................... 22
Rack options .............................................................................................................................. 23
Ordering rack options.............................................................................................................................. 23
Specifications............................................................................................................................. 25
HP G2 rack specifications ........................................................................................................................ 25
HP 10622 G2 Rack specifications............................................................................................................. 25
HP 10636 G2 Rack specifications............................................................................................................. 25
HP 10642 G2 Rack specifications............................................................................................................. 25
HP 10647 G2 Rack specifications............................................................................................................. 25
HP 10642 1200 mm Full Frame Rack specifications .................................................................................... 25
HP 10647 1200 mm Full Frame Rack specifications .................................................................................... 26
HP 10842 G2 Rack specifications............................................................................................................. 26
HP 10642 Extended Depth Rack specifications ........................................................................................... 26
HP 10647 Extended Depth Rack specifications ........................................................................................... 26
Electrostatic discharge................................................................................................................. 27
Preventing electrostatic discharge .............................................................................................................. 27

Grounding methods to prevent electrostatic discharge.................................................................................. 27
Technical support........................................................................................................................ 28
Before you contact HP.............................................................................................................................. 28
HP contact information............................................................................................................................. 28
Acronyms and abbreviations........................................................................................................ 29
Index......................................................................................................................................... 30

Configuration factors 5
Configuration factors
Rack configuration software
To help you plan your rack configuration more efficiently, HP provides eCo-Enterprise Configurator, a
powerful web-based service that enables you to build, store, and export end-to-end rack configurations.
HP strongly recommends that you configure the rack using the eCo-Enterprise Configurator, which
provides factory default racking. The latest version of the software is available on the HP website
(http://h30099.www3.hp.com/eGlue/eco/begin.do).
HP eCo-Enterprise Configurator
HP Custom Builder was retired from service on 12 December 2005.
If you require factory default racking for the HP hardware portfolio, you can still use the HP eCo-Enterprise
Configurator, which is available on the HP website
(http://h30099.www3.hp.com/eGlue/eco/begin.do).
If you require custom rack configuration capabilities, contact the HP Customer Business Center or an HP
authorized partner for assistance.
The HP eCo-Enterprise Configurator now provides factory default racking for HP hardware. This approach
is aligned with the strategic direction to meet the needs and expectations of valued customers. If you
require a custom rack configuration, contact the HP Customer Business Center or an authorized partner
for assistance.
Optimum environment
Specific requirements for space, power, temperature, and airflow must be met to provide optimum
performance with minimum maintenance for your rack environment.
For additional information, refer to the Best Practices document on the HP website
(http://h18004.www1.hp.com/products/servers/proliantstorage/racks).
Space requirements
When deciding where to place your rack:
•At least 1219 mm (48 in) of clearance is needed all the way around the pallet and above the rack
to enable the removal of the packing material.
•At least 1219 mm (48 in) of clearance is needed in front of the rack to enable the door to open
completely.
•At least 762 mm (30 in) of clearance is needed in the rear of the rack to provide access to
components.
•At least 380 mm (15 in) of clearance is needed around a power supply to facilitate servicing.

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Power requirements
When planning for power distribution requirements for your rack configuration:
•The power load must be balanced between available AC supply branch circuits.
•The overall system AC current load must not exceed 80% of the branch circuit AC current rating.
•If a UPS is used, the load should not exceed 80% of the marked electrical current rating for the UPS.
This equipment must be installed in accordance with local and regional electrical regulations governing
the installation of information technology equipment by licensed electricians. This equipment is designed
to operate in installations covered by the Nation Electric Code (ANSI/NFPA-70, 1993) and the code for
protection of Electronic Computer/Data Processing Equipment (NFPA-75, 1992).
For electrical power ratings on options, refer to the products rating label or user documentation supplied
with that option.
Temperature requirements
To ensure continued safe and reliable equipment operation, install or position the rack in a well
ventilated, climate-controlled environment.
The operating temperature inside the rack is always higher than the room temperature and is dependent
on the configuration of equipment in the rack. Check the TMRA for each piece of equipment before
installation.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the equipment when installing third-party options:
•Do not permit optional equipment to impede airflow around the component or to increase
the internal rack temperature beyond the maximum allowable limits.
•Do not exceed the manufacturer’s TMRA.
Airflow requirements
HP rack-mountable products typically draw in cool air through the front and exhaust warm air out through
the rear of the rack. The front door of the rack, therefore, must be adequately ventilated to enable
ambient room air to enter the rack, and the rear door must be adequately ventilated to enable the warm
air to escape the rack. Do not block the ventilation apertures.
Blanking panels
If the front of the rack is not completely filled with components, the remaining gaps between the
components can cause changes in the airflow, which can adversely affect cooling within the rack. Cover
these gaps with blanking panels.
Populating your new rack
Before populating your new rack, you must plan the placement of each component. Factors of each
component, such as weight, accessibility, power, temperature, and airflow requirements affect installation
order and component placement in the rack.
Apply the following rules to the physical placement of components in the HP 10000 G2 Series Rack:

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•Weight—Sort all of the components by weight, placing the heaviest components at the bottom of the
rack.
•KVM Switch—Mount the switch either behind the keyboard or within a sidewall cavity to provide a
0U space solution.
•RKM—Install the RKM at a level that is the correct ergonomic position where your shoulders and
neck are relaxed.
•Monitor—Arrange the screen a minimum of 4Us above the keyboard tray.
•Rack-mountable flat-panel monitor—Select a position to accommodate the desired viewing height (a
minimum of 4Us above the keyboard tray).
•Balance—Be sure to balance the weight load between the racks, placing the heaviest components at
the bottom of the rack. For example, if you have several UPS units and several servers, do not put all
of the UPS units into one rack. Distribute them evenly in the bottom positions of each rack.
For further information regarding component placement, refer to the Important Safety Instructions that are
shipped with the rack. Also, refer to the Safety and Comfort Guide—Precautions for Server and Network
Products on the HP website (http://www.hp.com) (search for Safety and Comfort Guide).
Additional rack considerations
Consider the following specifications and components, with regard to your specific rack configuration:
•Power—If a UPS is installed, do not exceed its output rating. Be sure to review the installation
instructions provided with each component for important cautions and warnings.
•PDUs—Install PDUs before installing other components.
•Height—The height of the rack and of rack-mountable components is measured in U increments,
where U = 4.5 cm (1.75 in). When you are configuring your rack installation, remember that the
total U measurement of the components you want to install cannot exceed the stated U height of the
rack.
•Keyboard—The rack keyboard requires installation of a 1U keyboard drawer rack option kit.
•Monitor—The monitor requires installation of a monitor/utility shelf rack option kit unless you are
using a rack-mountable flat-panel monitor.
•Server console switch—If a console switch is configured, use the CPU-to-console switch cable
included with the server. The standard distance between the console switch and the keyboard,
monitor, and mouse can vary by 3-, 7-, 12-, 20-, and 40-ft lengths.

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NOTE: National electrical regulations governing the installation of building wiring require
that an appropriate cable, meeting fire-safety standards, must be used any time cabling is
routed:
•Through an overhead drop-ceiling
•Under raised flooring
•From room to room
•From floor to floor
Be sure that the cable jacket or sleeving is made of material that does not burn easily and
does not exude toxic fumes when exposed to heat. Be sure that the cable you have selected is
appropriate for your installation site. If you require a U.S. plenum-rated (CL2P) cable, contact
your local HP authorized reseller to obtain any of the following options:
•149363-B21-20-foot plenum cable
•149364-B21-40-foot plenum cable
•Rack baying option kits—The number of baying kits needed to join a series of racks is one less than
the number of racks in the suite. Each baying kit supplies parts to bay two cabinets on 600 mm (24
in) center line spacing.
•Side panels—Only one set of side panels is required for each row of bayed racks.
•Stabilizer kit—A stabilizer kit is either required or recommended, depending on your rack
configuration. There are four stabilizer kit options.
oThe standard 600-mm (23.6 in) or 800-mm (31.5 in) front foot is required with deployments of
stand-alone racks. Rack rows with four or more bayed racks, without a single rack-mountable
component exceeding 99.8 kg (220 lb), do not need a stabilizer kit installed.
oThe heavy duty 600-mm (23.6 in) or 800-mm (31.5 in) front foot is required when a single rack-
mountable component weighing 99.8 kg (220 lb) or more is installed in a stand-alone rack or in
a rack belonging to a rack row of three or fewer bayed racks.
General component placement guidelines
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the equipment, adequately
stabilize the rack before extending a component outside the rack. Extend only one component
at a time. A rack may become unstable if more than one component is extended.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the equipment, always load
the heaviest item first from the bottom of the rack up. This makes the rack bottom-heavy and
helps prevent the rack from becoming unstable. Refer to Configuration Factors.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the equipment, be sure that:
•The leveling feet are extended to the floor.
•The full weight of the rack rests on the leveling feet.
•The stabilizing feet are attached to the rack if it is a single-rack installation.
•The racks are coupled together in multiple-rack installations.
•Only one component is extended at a time. A rack may become unstable if more than one
component is extended for any reason.

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CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the equipment when installing third-party options:
•Do not permit optional equipment to impede airflow around the component or to increase
the internal rack temperature beyond the maximum allowable limits.
•Do not exceed the manufacturer’s TMRA.
IMPORTANT: HP strongly recommends that you configure the rack using the HP eCo-
Enterprise Configurator, which provides factory default racking. The latest version of this
software is available on the HP website
(http://h30099.www3.hp.com/eGlue/eco/begin.do).
When loading your components, observe the general guidelines:
•For detailed instructions on installing specific component or third-party hardware, see the user
documentation that shipped with that component.
•Before installing components into the rack, see the "Electrostatic Discharge (on page 27)" section.
•Use the configuration prepared by the eCo Enterprise Configurator as a guideline for installation
components.
•Load the heavier components first from the bottom of the rack.
•Be sure to balance the weight load among bayed racks. For example, if you have several UPS units
and several servers, do not load all of the UPS units into one rack. Instead, distribute them evenly in
the bottom positions of each rack.
•Allow a minimum clearance of 76 cm (30 in) between the wall and the rear of the rack to provide
adequate access for installation and service.

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Preparing the rack for component installation
Checking the hardware
After unpacking the component to be installed, locate the documentation that was shipped with that
component. Verify that you received all of the listed hardware pieces.
You will typically have extra fasteners after completing your component installation.
IMPORTANT: Retain the extra fasteners for future use.
Hardware kit contents
If any of the following items are missing or damaged, contact your HP authorized reseller.
1. M6 screws (50)
2. Cage nut insertion tool (1)
3. M5.5 x 10 self tapping screws (6)
4. M6 cage nuts (50)
5. T-25 Torx bit (1)
6. Cable management bracket (6)
7. Rack ID plate (1)
8. Leveling foot base (4)
9. Documentation CD (1)

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10.Hook-and-loop cabling strap 12.7-cm (5 in) clip (1)
11.Hook-and-loop cabling strap 20.32-cm (8 in) clip (1)
12.Hook-and-loop cabling strap 30.48-cm (12 in) clip (1)
Extra hardware might be included for your convenience.
Required tools
The following tools are required for installation:
•Flathead screwdriver
•T-25 Torx driver (T-25 bit is included with your hardware kit)
•T-30 Torx driver
•Adjustable wrench
•Cage nut insertion tool (included with your hardware kit)
For comfort and efficiency while setting up your rack, use power tools where applicable.
Removing the rack doors
To provide access to all sides of the rack while you are installing the various components, first remove the
rack doors. If your rack has side panels, also remove them before installing mounting brackets and other
hardware.
Removing the front door
1. Unlock the door and open it.

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2. Lift the top hinge pin up, and tilt the door away from the rack.
3. Lift the door up to remove it from the bottom hinge. Store the door in an upright position, taking care
to protect it from damage.

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Removing the rear doors
1. Unlock the doors and open them.
2. Open the hinge brackets (1) by pulling up on the top hinge pin and pulling down on the bottom
hinge pin for each door.
3. Lift the rear doors off of the hinge brackets, and remove them from the rack (2). Store the doors in an
upright position, taking care to protect them from damage.
Removing the side panels
NOTE: The side panels come preinstalled on all HP 10622 G2 Racks.

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1. Unlock the middle side panel locks, and remove the side panel from the rack.

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2. Lift the bottom and top side panels up and away from the rack.
3. Store the panels in an upright position, taking care to protect them from damage.
To replace the side panels, reverse this procedure.
Stabilizing requirements
Rack stability is important when equipment is routinely installed, removed, or accessed within the rack.
Stabilization can be achieved through the use of an HP Rack Stabilizer Option Kit, HP Rack Baying
Option Kit, or HP Rack Tie-Down Option Kit.
Observe the following tips when using multiple-rack configurations:
•A stabilizer kit is required or recommended, depending on your rack configuration.
•The side feet are required for stand-alone racks.
•The number of baying kits needed is one less than the total number of racks in a row.

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•Position and install the baying option kit before populating the racks with components.
•The weight of the rack should rest on the leveling feet.
Rack stabilizer option kit
The HP Rack Stabilizer Option Kit provides stability and support and prevents possible tipping when
equipment is installed, removed, or accessed within the rack.
There are four stabilizer kit options:
•Standard 600-mm (23.6-in) or 800-mm (31.5-in) front foot—Required if you have a stand-alone
rack.
NOTE: The standard 600-mm (23.6-in) front foot ships with all HP 10622 G2 Racks.

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•Heavy duty 600-mm (23.6-in) or 800-mm (31.5-in) front foot—Required if you have a stand-alone
rack with a single rack-mountable component that exceeds 99.8 kg (220 lb). This kit is also required
if you have three or fewer bayed racks with a single rack-mountable component that exceeds 99.8
kg (220 lb).
For more information, see the HP Rack Stabilizer Option Kit Installation Instructions.
Rack baying option kit
The 10000 and 10000 G2 series rack can be bayed together by installing the HP Rack Baying Option
Kit, as long as they are the same series, height, and depth. For example, an HP 10636 Series Rack and
an HP 10636 G2 Series Rack can be bayed together. This configuration helps decrease space needs and
increase stability. For more information, see the HP Baying Rack Option Kit Installation Instructions.
Rack tie-down option kit
The HP 10000 G2 Series Rack Tie-Down Option Kit enables you to secure HP 10000 G2 Series Racks to
the floor.

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The following figure indicates where to drill the holes to secure the rack to the floor. The distances are
measured from the holes on the tie-downs. Have your building structural engineer drill the holes. Then
secure the rack to the floor by inserting a bolt with a washer into each hole.
A separate tie-down kit is used exclusively for the 1200 mm Full Frame Rack. The following figure
illustrates the 1200 mm Full Frame Rack Tie-down Kit.
For more information, see the HP 10000 G2 Series Rack Options Installation Guide.

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Installing components
Installing components
IMPORTANT: These installation instructions are for standard installations. For specific
installation instructions, refer to the documentation included with your component.
The following steps outline the sequence for installing rack-mountable components in a rack. HP strongly
recommends installing a stabilizer foot before any other component. Install 0U devices first, such as PDUs,
console switches, and so on.
To install components:
1. Install the cage nuts ("Installing the cage nuts" on page 19) into the rack (if required).
2. Prepare and install the rails into the rack.
3. Prepare and install the component into the rack and secure it.
4. Attach the cable management arm to the rack and then to the component.
5. Attach any cables and power cords, being sure that you adhere to all cautions and warnings
contained in the individual component installation instructions.
6. Remove the cable access panel and route the cables.
Installing the cage nuts
Use the cage nut insertion tool to install the cage nuts on the inside of the mounting rails.
NOTE: The cage nut insertion tool and the cage nuts are included in the hardware kit with
this rack.
To install the cage nuts:
1. Hook the bottom lip of the cage nut in the square-rail perforation.
2. Insert the tip of the insertion tool through the perforation, and then hook the top lip of the cage nut.

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3. Use the insertion tool to pull the cage nut through the hole until the top lip snaps into position.