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Cabinet Sensor Hardware Installation Manual

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Contents
Overview.........................................................................................................................4
About this Installation Guide............................................................................................6
Intended Audience.......................................................................................................6
Organization ................................................................................................................6
Document References.................................................................................................7
Document Conventions ...............................................................................................7
Warnings and Precautions..............................................................................................8
Getting Started................................................................................................................9
Required Hardware......................................................................................................9
Required Software.......................................................................................................9
Required Tools and Materials......................................................................................9
Installing ThermaNode EZ Cabinet Sensors.................................................................11
General Installation Guidelines..................................................................................11
Installation Process Flow...............................................................................................12
ThermaNode EZ Cabinet Sensor Kit Components........................................................13
Sensor Placement .....................................................................................................15
Installing ThermaNode EZ Cabinet Sensor Kits............................................................17
Preparing to Install ThermaNode EZs........................................................................17
Mesh Door Cabinets..................................................................................................18
Installing ThermaNode EZs with Pin Badges.........................................................18
Installing ThermaNode EZs Using Cable ties.........................................................18
Solid Door and Open Frame Cabinets.......................................................................19
Installing the ThermaNode EZ using Brackets with Adhesive Strips......................19
Installing the ThermaNode EZ Using Unistruts......................................................21
Installing ThermaNode EZs with Cable ties ..........................................................22
Dual Inlet Cabinet Configurations..............................................................................22
Validating and Commissioning the ThermaNode EZ.....................................................23

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ThermaNode EZ LEDs..................................................................................................25
Inspecting the Installation..............................................................................................26
Installing ThermaNode Cabinet Sensors.......................................................................27
General Installation Guidelines..................................................................................27
Installation Process Flow...............................................................................................28
ThermaNode Cabinet Sensor Kit Components.............................................................29
Sensor Placement .....................................................................................................31
Installing ThermaNode Cabinet Sensor Kits..................................................................33
Preparing to Install ThermaNode Sensor Kits............................................................33
Mesh Door Cabinets..................................................................................................34
Installing the ThermaNode.....................................................................................34
Installing Intake Sensors........................................................................................35
Installing Exhaust Sensors.....................................................................................36
Solid or Glass Door Cabinets ....................................................................................37
Installing the ThermaNode.....................................................................................37
Installing Intake Sensors........................................................................................37
Installing Exhaust Sensors.....................................................................................38
Open Frame Cabinets ...............................................................................................39
Installing the ThermaNode.....................................................................................39
Installing Intake Sensors........................................................................................39
Installing Exhaust Sensors.....................................................................................40
Installing Top Exhaust Sensors (via Fans) ................................................................41
Installing the Subfloor Sensor (Mesh, Solid or Glass Doors, or Open Frames) .....42
Dual Inlet Cabinet Installation....................................................................................42
Dual Inlet ThermaNode Cable Assembly...............................................................42
ThermaNode and Sensor Placement.....................................................................43
Installing the Dual Inlet Cabinet Sensor Cable Assembly ......................................43
Validating and Commissioning the ThermaNode Installation........................................48
ThermaNode LEDs....................................................................................................49

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Inspecting the Installation..............................................................................................51
Appendix A – Common Cabinet Configurations............................................................52
Rear Exhaust.............................................................................................................52
Rear Exhaust with Subfloor.......................................................................................52
Top (Chimney)/Rear Exhaust....................................................................................53
Top (Chimney)/Rear Exhaust with Subfloor...............................................................53
Appendix B – Battery Replacement...............................................................................54
Appendix C – Environmental Monitoring System Commissioning Form........................56
FRM-007 Environmental Monitoring System.............................................................56
Appendix D – Technical Support and Return Material Authorization.............................68
Technical Support......................................................................................................68
Opening a Technical Support Case.......................................................................68
Return Material Authorization........................................................................................69
Returning SynapSense Products...........................................................................69
What Happens Next?.............................................................................................70

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Overview
Cabinet sensors, known as ThermaNodes, measure temperature and humidity in and
around cabinet areas and transmit collected data to the gateway. ThermaNodes also
include the ability to connect additional thermistors using various cable assemblies.
The following cabinet sensor configurations are available.
ThermaNode EZ™(wireless)
The ThermaNode EZ measures,
collects, and transmits temperature
information data to the gateway.
ThermaNode EZ-H™(wireless)
ThermaNode EZ-H (H denotes
humidity) measures and transmits
temperature and humidity data to
the gateway. The water drop on
the front label and “EH” on the
back label distinguishes the EZ-H
model.
For ThermaNode EZ Installation, see Installing ThermaNode EZ Cabinet Sensors.
N
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:Throughout this document, the term ThermaNode EZ refers to the
ThermaNode EZ and ThermaNode EZ-H.

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ThermaNode and Sensor Cable
Assembly
The ThermaNode cable assembly
includes the ThermaNode
transceiver node, temperature-
sensing sensors, interconnect
cabling, and quick-disconnects. An
optional 36” cable extension is
also included.
These assemblies are specially
built for a variety of cabinet racks,
CRAH and CRAC units.
An optional subfloor sensor at the
end of the Exhaust Cable
Assembly measures air
temperature in subfloor areas.
For ThermaNode installation, see
Installing the ThermaNode and
Sensor Cable Assembly.
N
OTE
:The term ThermaNode refers to the seven sensor/one ThermaNode cable
assembly.

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About this Installation Guide
This document provides instructions for installing the ThermaNode cabinet sensors kits
provided by SynapSense to SynapSense-designated service companies or by the
customer. Cabinet sensors kits come in several different configurations, each specifically
tailored to the server cabinet configuration.
Intended Audience
The intended audience for this document includes SynapSense customers, partners, and
installers (or installation teams) who have received training from SynapSense prior to
installing the hardware detailed in this document.
SynapSense “Tier 1” training is highly recommended for installation engineers and others
who are installing cabinet sensor hardware or closely involved with the installation of data
center optimization equipment.
Organization
Table 1 summarizes the chapters and appendices of this guide.
Table 1 – Chapter and Appendix Summary
Chapter
Description
Introduction Provides an overview describing ThermaNode EZ and
ThermaNode cable assembly, and information about this guide
Getting Started Lists the hardware, software, tools, and additional material
requirements for installing SynapSense cabinet sensor kits
Installing ThermaNode EZ Cabinet
Sensors
Describes the steps to install the ThermaNode EZ cabinet sensors
Installing ThermaNode Cabinet Sensors Describes the steps to install the ThermaNode cabinet sensor
cable assembly
Appendix A – Common Cabinet
Configurations
Provides diagrams to illustrate the ThermaNode cable assembly
configurations on rear exhaust and top (chimney)/rear exhaust
cabinets.
Appendix B – Battery Replacement Provides instructions for replacing ThermaNode EZ and
ThermaNode batteries
Appendix C – Environmental
Monitoring System Commissioning
Form
Provides lists of necessary information and checklists to
commission an Environmental Monitoring System.

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Chapter
Description
Appendix D - Technical Support and
Return Material Authorization
Describes the process for contacting Technical Support, opening a
Support Case, and the Return Material Authorization (RMA)
process
Document References
The documents listed in this section affect the activities in this installation. Refer to the
appropriate document for user-specific information.
•SynapSense Software Installation Guide
•Web Console™User Guide
•MapSense™User Guide
•Active Control™User Guide
Document Conventions
Table 2 defines the style conventions used throughout this document.
Table 2 – Installation Guide Style Conventions
Item
Description
Bold and Blue
Denotes text that a user types, clicks, presses, or taps, for example: Click OK
NOTE:
Denotes exceptions to the rule and other important information
Denotes a warning
Denotes a safety warning of a physical or electrical nature

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Warnings and Precautions
The following warnings and precautions pertain to cabinet sensor installation. Failure to
adhere to warnings and precautions could result in physical injury or damage to
equipment, which may void the warranty.
Warning: When performing subfloor work in a data center, do not to stress, crush, pull, or
disconnect wiring and hoses running underneath electrical and data cables, leak detectors,
etc. (including fire alarm/suppression systems).
Warning: Subfloor work poses significant trip/fall hazards and eye hazards from airflow-
borne debris. Wear eye protection all times when removing or replacing floor tiles and
when working in or around areas with removed tiles.
Warning: Do not touch data center
electrical or computer/server equipment without
approval from data center operators (including loose cables, pushcarts, and terminals).
Safety Warning: Installation of this equipment must be in accordance with local and
national electrical codes.
Safety Warning: This product contains Lithium metal primary cell batteries, which are
NOT rechargeable. Recharging can cause battery leakage or cause the safety release vent to
open. Inadvertent charging can occur if battery installation is backwards. Dispose of
batteries appropriately after use.
Safety Warning: Lithium metal batteries may pose a fire, explosion, or burn hazard if
misused. Do not open battery, dispose of in fire, heat above 100° C (212° F), expose contents
to water, recharge, put in backwards, mix with used or other battery types as this may cause
the batteries to explode or leak and cause personal injury.
Safety Warning:
Lithium metal batteries must be properly packed and shipped in
accordance with transportation standards.
Safety Warning:
Data centers may pose a risk of hearing loss. Use appropriate ear
protection prior to entry into high-noise areas.

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Getting Started
Required Hardware
The required hardware for this installation is contained in the ThermaNode cabinet
sensor kits.
•ThermaNode EZ Kit Components
•ThermaNode and Sensor Cable Assembly Kit Components
Required Software
The environmental server requires the installation of the following SynapSense
software:
•Web Console
•MapSense (including optional Active Control software with MapSense project *.dlz file exported into
the Web Console)
Installation of SynapSense software takes place prior to hardware installation to prevent
redundancy of hardware verification activities. Refer to the SynapSense Software, Web
Console, and MapSense Installation Guides for more information.
Required Tools and Materials
SynapSense Field Engineers or the contracted electricians need to bring the minimum
tools and additional materials listed in Table 3 to the job site.
Table 3 – Required Tools and Materials
Item
Description/Comments
Attire Proper dress and shoes for performing work in a data center (including areas
inside the sub-floor and above ceiling tiles)
Ladder/Step Stool
To access all areas of tall server cabinets
Additional Parts
Spare Lithium metal AA batteries, sensor/cable clips, and brackets
Laptop
To configure settings (for example Modbus gateway)
Cable ties
Regular and plenum-rated cable ties
Tools Flashlight, diagonal cutters, utility knife, scissors, tile pullers, screwdrivers, torque
wrench, pliers, wire strippers, and alcohol wipes
Multi-meter
Measures voltage in power sources
Drill/Bits
Drill pilot holes for enclosure mounting
Label Maker
Create identification labels