Preparation Checklists
Data Center Environment Considerations Yes No N/A Comment
Is airflow adequate to prevent hot spots?
Can the data center continuously satisfy environmental
requirements?
Can more vented floor tiles be obtained if required?
Related Information
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“Environmental Requirements” on page 20
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“Ventilation and Cooling” on page 21
Facility Power Checklist
Complete the following checklist to ensure that the facility power requirements are met for the
data center in which the server is installed.
TABLE 15
Facility Power Checklist
Facility Power Considerations Yes No N/A Comment
Do you know the required operating voltage and electric
current level of the server?
Are enough power outlets provided within 2 meters (6.5
feet) for each rack?
Do the power outlets have appropriate socket receptacles?
Will optional ground cables be attached to the rack?
Are the circuit breakers for the equipment suitable in terms
of voltage and current-carrying capacities?
Does the power frequency meet the equipment
specifications?
Will system power be delivered from two separate power
grids?
Is there a UPS to power the equipment?
Do you have the minimum required power sources to
support the power load for the new hardware? Use kilowatt
(kW)/kilovolt (kVA) to express power load.
Related Information
■
“Electrical Power Requirements” on page 18
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