Installation  14 
•  Hex nuts 
•  Cage nuts 
•  Cage nut-fitting tool 
 
Selecting a site 
 
 
WARNING: To prevent fire or electric shock, install the unit in a temperature- and humidity-
controlled indoor environment, free of conductive contaminants. 
 
When selecting a site, consider the following factors: 
•  Elevated operating ambient temperature—If the equipment is installed in a closed or multi-unit rack 
assembly, the operating ambient temperature of the rack environment might be greater than room 
ambient temperature. Install the equipment in an environment compatible with the operating 
temperature ("Environmental specifications" on page 61). 
•  Reduced air flow—In the rack, the rate of air flow required for safe operation of the equipment must 
not be compromised. 
•  Circuit overloading—Consideration should be given to the connection of the equipment to the supply 
circuit and the effect that overloading of the circuits might have on overcurrent protection and supply 
wiring. Appropriate consideration of equipment nameplate ratings should be used when addressing 
this concern. 
•  Reliable earthing—Reliable earthing of rack-mounted equipment should be maintained. Particular 
attention should be given to supply connections other than direct connections to the branch circuit, 
such as the use of power strips. 
•  Electrical requirements—All models require a dedicated (unshared) branch circuit, suitably rated for 
the specific UPS as stated in "Input specifications ("UPS input specifications" on page 59)" . 
 
Readying the equipment 
1.  Check the battery recharge date specified on the label that is affixed to the shipping carton. 
 
 
IMPORTANT: Do not use the battery if the recharge date has passed. If the date on the 
battery recharge date label has passed without the battery being recharged, contact an HP 
authorized service representative for directions. 
 
2.  Transport the packaged unit to its installation location. 
3.  Unpack the equipment near the rack where the unit will be assembled. 
 
 
CAUTION: Always plan the rack installation so that the heaviest item is on the bottom of the 
rack. Install the heaviest item first, and continue to populate the rack from the bottom to the 
top. 
 
 
Installing the mounting rails