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HP CONFIDENTIAL

 

Writer: Amy L. Laffitte File Name: a-frnt 

Codename: Ridgeback Part Number: 284358-002 Last Saved On: 10/23/02 12:38 PM 

HP 10842 Rack 

Reference Guide 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 

December 2002 (Second Edition) 

Part Number 284358-002 

Summary of Contents for 245161-B22 - 10642 42U Rack Shock Pallet

Page 1: ...ONFIDENTIAL Writer Amy L Laffitte File Name a frnt Codename Ridgeback Part Number 284358 002 Last Saved On 10 23 02 12 38 PM HP 10842 Rack Reference Guide December 2002 Second Edition Part Number 284358 002 ...

Page 2: ...ssions contained herein The information in this document is provided as is without warranty of any kind and is subject to change without notice The warranties for HP products are set forth in the express limited warranty statements accompanying such products Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty HP 10842 Rack Reference Guide December 2002 Second Edition Part Num...

Page 3: ...38 PM Contents About This Guide Important Safety Information vii Symbols on Equipment vii Rack Stability ix Symbols in Text ix Getting Help x Technical Support x HP Website x Authorized Reseller xi Reader s Comments xi Chapter 1 Overview HP 10842 Rack 1 1 Rack Options 1 3 Delivery Considerations 1 5 Installation Sequence Summary 1 5 Installation Service 1 6 ...

Page 4: ...ements 2 7 Airflow Requirements 2 8 Chapter 3 Preparing the Rack Required Tools 3 2 Checking the Hardware 3 2 Removing the Rack Doors 3 3 Removing the Side Panels 3 7 Stabilizing the Rack 3 8 Standalone Racks 3 8 Multiple Racks 3 10 Server Storage vs Switching Configurations 3 10 Chapter 4 Installing Components in the Rack General Guidelines 4 2 Component Installation Overview 4 3 Using the Templa...

Page 5: ... Fixed Rails 4 17 Installing a Component into a Rack with Sliding Rails 4 17 Installing the Cable Management Arm 4 19 Connecting the Cables and Power Cord 4 21 Routing the Cables 4 22 Chapter 5 Specifications Appendix A Electrostatic Discharge Grounding Methods A 2 Appendix B Transportation Instructions Transportation Methods B 1 Air Transport B 1 Land Transport B 2 Sea Transport B 2 Delivery Serv...

Page 6: ...ols on Equipment The following symbols may be placed on equipment to indicate the presence of potentially hazardous conditions WARNING This symbol in conjunction with any of the following symbols indicates the presence of a potential hazard The potential for injury exists if warnings are not observed Consult your documentation for specific details This symbol indicates the presence of hazardous en...

Page 7: ...s connectors into this receptacle This symbol indicates the presence of a hot surface or hot component If this surface is contacted the potential for injury exists WARNING To reduce the risk of injury from a hot component allow the surface to cool before touching These symbols on power supplies or systems indicate that the equipment is supplied by multiple sources of power WARNING To reduce the ri...

Page 8: ...one component is extended at a time A rack may become unstable if more than one component is extended for any reason Symbols in Text These symbols may be found in the text of this guide They have the following meanings WARNING Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions in the warning could result in bodily harm or loss of life CAUTION Text set off in this manner indica...

Page 9: ... continuous quality improvement calls may be recorded or monitored Outside North America call the nearest HP Technical Support Phone Center Telephone numbers for worldwide Technical Support Centers are listed on the HP website www hp com Be sure to have the following information available before you call HP Technical support registration number if applicable Product serial number Product model nam...

Page 10: ...10 23 02 12 38 PM Authorized Reseller For the name of your nearest authorized reseller In the United States call 1 800 345 1518 In Canada call 1 800 263 5868 Elsewhere see the HP website for locations and telephone numbers Reader s Comments HP welcomes your comments on this guide Please send your comments and suggestions by e mail to ServerDocumentation hp com ...

Page 11: ...ng rack mountable products allows you to decrease the footprint required to house your existing hardware while still providing expansion capability Racks and rack mountable components are typically described using U measurements For example one U is 44 45 mm 1 75 inches high HP 10842 Rack The HP 10842 rack is a 800 x 1000 mm 42U rack that arrives in a server storage configuration with internal mou...

Page 12: ...ions NOTE Customers wanting to utilize the 10842 rack exclusively for switching devices such as routers and switches have two options Interchange the front and rear doors to make use of the mounting rail front justification allowing room in the front of the rack for cabling Move the front vertical rails back allowing the switching devices to be mounted on both front and rear sets of internal mount...

Page 13: ...stability when heavy equipment is installed removed or accessed within the rack Rack Option Baying Kit Joins multiple racks of the same series height and depth Rack Option Offset Baying Kit Joins multiple racks of different series with the same height but different depths Fan 110V 220V Rack Option Kit Enhances natural convection cooling by increasing the airflow in the rack Ground Bonding Rack Opt...

Page 14: ...oard and Monitor RKM Kit Rack mountable 1U keyboard and flat panel monitor on a drawer with room in the rear to add a switchbox TFT5000R Flat Panel Monitor Rackmount Kit Rack mountable 2U flat panel monitor Depth Adjustable Fixed Rail Kit Provides rails that can be adjusted to various depths Shock Pallet Spares Kit Transports configured racks Rack Door Cushion Spares Kit Provides padding between t...

Page 15: ... into the building as possible while it is still on the pallet Ideally move the palletized rack to its final destination before removing the rack from the pallet or removing any of the packaging Installation Sequence Summary The following is a recommended sequence of events for the most efficient installation of your rack and components 1 Download the Rack Builder Online software from the HP websi...

Page 16: ...ment arm if required 12 Attach the appropriate cables and power cords to the component being sure to adhere to all cautions and warnings 13 Install the remaining components in the appropriate sequence 14 Reinstall any doors and panels 15 Power up and configure the system Installation Service In the United States HP can make arrangements to have your rack system installed by qualified guaranteed se...

Page 17: ...rack Rack Configuration Software To help you plan your rack configuration more efficiently HP provides Rack Builder Online the browser based rack configuration tool The latest version of the software is available at www hp com Rack Builder Online Modes of Operation The Rack Builder Online software has two modes of operation Help Me Build It Mode Includes a simple interview session to help determin...

Page 18: ...ion by allowing individual racks and components within a rack to be labeled Drag Drop Allows the graphics of devices in a multiple rack configuration to be dragged and dropped between racks Reports Provides reports on rack configuration labeling and rack suite graphics for configurations that include multiple racks Third Party Support Allows you to define and add third party products If you are pl...

Page 19: ... above the keyboard or mount it behind the keyboard CRT Monitor Position the monitor topmost within the rack Rack Mountable Flat Panel Monitor Select a position to accommodate the desired viewing height a minimum of 4Us above the keyboard tray Additional Considerations The following are additional items to consider based on your specific rack configuration Power If a UPS is installed do not exceed...

Page 20: ...able meeting fire safety standards be used any time cabling is routed Through an overhead drop ceiling Under a computer room s 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 s...

Page 21: ... open all the way At least 75 cm 30 inches of clearance is needed in the rear of the rack to provide access to components At least 38 cm 15 inches of clearance is needed around a power supply to facilitate servicing Power Requirements WARNING To reduce the risk of personal injury fire or damage to the equipment do not overload the AC supply branch circuit that provides power to the rack Consult th...

Page 22: ...ode for Protection of Electronic Computer Data Processing Equipment NFPA 75 1992 For electrical power ratings on options refer to the product s rating label or user documentation supplied with that option Grounding Requirements For proper operation and safety all powered rack mountable components are required to be properly grounded in accordance with NFPA 70 1993 Article 250 All power distributio...

Page 23: ... for each piece of equipment before installation The maximum internal rack temperature for your configuration should not exceed the values in the following table Table 2 1 Rack Internal Temperature Maximums Equipment Included Maximum Internal Rack Temperature HP rack mountable servers 95 F 35 C HP rack mountable options 104 F 40 C HP PDUs 122 F 50 C Other manufacturers options See other manufactur...

Page 24: ...fore must be adequately ventilated to allow ambient room air to enter the rack and the rear door must be adequately ventilated to allow the warm air to escape the rack Do not block the ventilation apertures Fan Kits If additional cooling is required fan kits can be used to draw heated air from the rear of the rack out through the top Blanking Panels If the front of the rack is not completely fille...

Page 25: ...ame Ridgeback Part Number 284358 002 Last Saved On 10 11 02 4 10 PM 3 Preparing the Rack This chapter discusses the following topics Required tools Checking the hardware Removing the rack doors Removing the side panels Stabilizing the rack Standalone racks Multiple racks Server storage vs switching configurations ...

Page 26: ... T 30 Adjustable wrench Allen wrench Cage nut fitting tool included with the rack mounting hardware kit For comfort and efficiency while setting up your rack and installing the components use battery powered screwdrivers Checking the Hardware After unpacking the rack and its components locate the HP Rack Kit Components List that was shipped with your rack Be sure that you received all the listed c...

Page 27: ...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 To remove the rack front door 1 Unlock the door 1 and press the handle release button down 2 until the handle pops out 2 Lift the handle up and out to open the door 3 2 3 1 Figure 3 1...

Page 28: ...odename Ridgeback Part Number 284358 002 Last Saved On 10 11 02 4 10 PM 3 Lift up the top hinge pin 1 4 Tilt the door out 2 and lift the door away from the rack to remove it from the bottom hinge bracket Store the front door in an upright position taking care to protect it from damage 2 1 Figure 3 2 Removing the rack front door ...

Page 29: ...File Name d ch3 Preparing the Rack Codename Ridgeback Part Number 284358 002 Last Saved On 10 11 02 4 10 PM To remove the rack rear doors 1 Rotate the rack rear door handle to the right 1 2 Pull the rack rear door handle to open the rack rear doors 2 1 2 Figure 3 3 Opening the rack rear doors ...

Page 30: ...02 Last Saved On 10 11 02 4 10 PM 3 Open the hinge brackets by pulling up on the top hinge bracket and down on the bottom hinge bracket for each rear door 1 4 Lift the rear doors off of the hinge brackets and remove them from the rack 2 Store the rear doors in an upright position taking care to protect them from damage 1 1 2 Figure 3 4 Removing the rack rear doors ...

Page 31: ...panels 1 Unlock the two side panel locks securing the side panels to the rack 1 2 Lift each side panel up to unhook it from the hangers bolted on the rack frame 2 3 Remove each side panel from the rack 3 Store the side panels in an upright position taking care to protect them from damage 1 2 3 Figure 3 5 Removing the rack side panels Instructions for replacing the side panels are given in Side Pan...

Page 32: ...ble rack is loaded with components it can become unbalanced and may tip over Extending the Leveling Feet CAUTION To reduce the risk damage to the casters make sure that the full weight of the rack rests on the leveling feet and not on the casters The casters are designed only as an aid in moving the rack into position They are not designed to support the weight of the rack and may become damaged i...

Page 33: ...Feet WARNING To reduce the risk of personal injury you must attach the stabilizing feet to all standalone non bayed racks The Stabilizer Rack Option Kit contains three full size stabilizing feet that are used for standalone racks Attach one stabilizing foot to the front and one to each side of the rack Stabilizing feet are not required on the back of a standalone rack Figure 3 6 Full size stabiliz...

Page 34: ...same height but different depths Observe the following tips when using multiple rack configurations Stabilizing feet are optional with bayed racks The number of baying kits needed is one less than the total number of racks Position and install either baying option kit before populating the racks with components Racks from different series can be bayed together as long as they are the same height S...

Page 35: ...ng Components in the Rack IMPORTANT It is strongly recommended that you configure your rack using the Rack Builder Online software before beginning the installation process This chapter discusses the following topics General guidelines Component installation overview Using the template Installing the cage nuts Preparing and installing rack mountable rails Preparing the component Installing the com...

Page 36: ... 2 Configuration Factors for more information about the placement of rack mountable components WARNING To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the equipment be sure that The leveling jacks are extended to the floor The full weight of the rack rests on the leveling jacks The stabilizing feet are attached to the rack if it is a single rack installation The racks are coupled together in mu...

Page 37: ...s into one rack Instead distribute them evenly in the bottom positions of each rack Allow a minimum clearance of 76 cm 30 inches between the wall and the rear of the rack to provide adequate access for installation and service Component Installation Overview NOTE The stabilizer feet should be installed before any component installation IMPORTANT The following installation instructions are for stan...

Page 38: ...ent Using the Template Use the template that shipped with your rack mountable component to mark the location of the mounting hardware on the mounting rails of the rack 1 Push back the tabs marked on the top of the template and place them in the correct holes in the mounting rails 2 Match up the hole pattern indicated on the sides of the template with the hole pattern on the mounting rails Be sure ...

Page 39: ...rack 4 Use the back of the template to mark the attachment points for rack mounting brackets rails components or cage nuts on the back of the rack Installing the Cage Nuts Use the cage nut insertion tool to install the cage nuts on the inside of the mounting rails 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 th...

Page 40: ...cific installation instructions please refer to the documentation included with your component These are two types of rack mountable rails Adjustable fixed rails Sliding rails Preparing the Adjustable Fixed Rails Components mounted with adjustable fixed rails are typically designed to slide into the rack one time for initial installation 1 Loosen the wing nuts 1 and extend the brackets to the desi...

Page 41: ...ed On 10 11 02 4 10 PM Installing the Adjustable Fixed Rails To install the adjustable fixed rails 1 Insert at least one screw through each rack mounting rail securing the adjustable fixed rail to the front of the rack NOTE After installing your components insert at least one more screw into each adjustable rail for additional support Figure 4 4 Securing the adjustable fixed rails to the front of ...

Page 42: ...w through the rail mounting bracket and into the cage nuts installed earlier securing the adjustable fixed rail to the rear of the rack NOTE After installing your components insert at least one more screw into each adjustable rail for additional support Figure 4 5 Securing the adjustable fixed rails to the rear of the rack 3 Retighten the wing nuts on the adjustable fixed rails The adjustable fixe...

Page 43: ...ents mounted with this type of rail are designed for frequent accessibility maintenance or both 1 Extend the component rail until the component rail release latch clicks 1 2 Hold down the component rail release latch 2 and completely remove the component rail from the sliding rail assembly NOTE You will attach the component rails to the component before you insert the unit into the rack 2 1 Figure...

Page 44: ...name Ridgeback Part Number 284358 002 Last Saved On 10 11 02 4 10 PM 3 After removing the component rail attach the sliding rail assembly to the rack mounting brackets Note the orientation of the rack mounting brackets a The front flange 1 has alignment tabs b The back flange 2 is designed to install flush against the rack 1 2 Figure 4 7 Rack mounting brackets ...

Page 45: ...e matching fronts lay one rack mounting bracket and one sliding rail assembly together so that the screw holes are aligned 1 2 Figure 4 8 Orienting the sliding rail assembly 5 Extend the inner slide in the sliding rail assembly until the screw holes in the rack mounting bracket and the sliding rail assembly are aligned 1 Refer to Figure 4 9 Secure the sliding rail assembly to the rack mounting bra...

Page 46: ...ck Codename Ridgeback Part Number 284358 002 Last Saved On 10 11 02 4 10 PM 7 Adjust the inner slide again and insert the last 8 32 x 3 8 screw 3 into the exposed hole 1 2 3 Figure 4 9 Attaching the sliding rail assembly to the rack mounting brackets Repeat the steps 4 through 7 for the other sliding rail The sliding rails are now ready for installation ...

Page 47: ...geback Part Number 284358 002 Last Saved On 10 11 02 4 10 PM Installing the Sliding Rails To install the sliding rails 1 Align and secure the front of each sliding rail to the front of the rack with two M6 x 16 screws NOTE The tabs on the front of the sliding rails help you align them correctly with the mounting rails Figure 4 10 Securing the front of the sliding rails ...

Page 48: ...the rack and secure them with two M6 x 16 screws Figure 4 11 Securing the rear of the sliding rails Preparing the Component This section contains general instructions for preparing a typical rack mountable component for installation Refer to the documentation that ships with each component for complete installation instructions Adjustable Fixed Rails If the component mounts with adjustable fixed r...

Page 49: ...ng Rails For a sliding rail installation you need to install the component rails on the component before you can insert it into the rack To install the component rails on the component 1 Locate the component rails that you set aside when they were removed from the sliding rail assemblies 2 Use three 8 32 x 3 8 screws to install each component rail on the side of the component Figure 4 12 Attaching...

Page 50: ...ck Part Number 284358 002 Last Saved On 10 11 02 4 10 PM Cable Management Arm Bracket If the component uses a cable management arm use two 6 32 x screws to attach the bracket that supports the cable management arm NOTE The cable management arm is installed after the component is installed into the rack Figure 4 13 Attaching the cable management arm bracket to the component ...

Page 51: ...aterial handling Get help to lift and stabilize the product during installation or removal especially when the product is not fastened to the rails The product is unstable when it is not fastened to the rails during installation into or removal from the rack Installing a Component into a Rack with Adjustable Fixed Rails To install a component into a rack with adjustable fixed rails With the unit w...

Page 52: ...in the component rail release latches on either side of the component and slide the unit all the way back into the rack NOTE The first time you slide the component into the rack you may have to apply some pressure to loosen the ball bearings After that the ball bearings should slide easily I 0 Figure 4 14 Inserting the component into the rack 4 Using the cage nuts tighten the thumbscrews on the fr...

Page 53: ...Part Number 284358 002 Last Saved On 10 11 02 4 10 PM Installing the Cable Management Arm To install the cable management arm 1 Extend the cable management arm and bend the hinged bracket to the right 2 Use two M6 x 12 Phillips screws to attach the cable management arm to the bracket you installed on the component Figure 4 15 Attaching the cable management arm to the bracket ...

Page 54: ... retaining plate behind the rack mounting rail at the rear of the rack and attach the cable management arm to the rail with two 10 32 x 5 8 screws NOTE As you slide the unit in and out of the front of the rack the cable management arm collapses and extends so that the cables remain connected to the unit and stay untangled Figure 4 16 Attaching the cable management arm to the rack 4 Secure any cabl...

Page 55: ...aved On 10 11 02 4 10 PM Connecting the Cables and Power Cord To connect the cables and power cord 1 Connect appropriate cables to the component 2 Connect the power cord by doing the following a Remove the label covering the AC power outlet b Set the input voltage selection switch to the appropriate position c Connect the AC power cord to the unit Figure 4 17 Connecting the AC power cord to the co...

Page 56: ...g the Cables To route the cables 1 Extend the cable management arm then bundle the cables and the power cord 2 Secure the cables to the cable management arm with the fasteners provided NOTE Leave enough slack in the cables so that you can bend the cable management arm easily 3 Route the bundled cables over the top of the cable management arm and down the conduit if present Figure 4 18 Routing the ...

Page 57: ...resent NOTE The cable access panel can be removed from the left rear door a Rotate the handle to the right b Pull the handle to open the doors 1 c Release the cable access panel hinges 2 and then unscrew the two fasteners 3 Retain the fasteners and hinge brackets for later steps d Remove the cable access panel from the hinge bracket 4 Store the panel in an upright position taking care to protect i...

Page 58: ...l power distribution device make sure that the ground integrity is maintained for each connection by plugging each component into a reliable grounded outlet CAUTION To reduce the risk of damage to the equipment verify that all AC voltage selector switches are set to match your local AC line voltage 115V or 230V If the AC voltage selector switches are not properly set your components will be damage...

Page 59: ... 5 Specifications Table 5 1 Model 10842 Dimensions Cabinet size Height 2000 mm 78 7 inches Depth 1000 mm 39 4 inches Width 800 mm 31 5 inches Shipping size with packing materials Height 2220 mm 85 4 inches Depth 1219 mm 48 inches Width 985 mm 38 8 inches Weight Operating 115 kg 253 lbs Shipping 148 kg 325 lbs Loading Static gross 907 kg 2000 lbs Dynamic gross 454 kg 1000 lbs ...

Page 60: ... other conductor may damage system boards or other static sensitive devices This type of damage may reduce the life expectancy of the device To prevent electrostatic damage observe the following precautions Avoid hand contact by transporting and storing products in static safe containers Keep electrostatic sensitive parts in their containers until they arrive at static free workstations Place part...

Page 61: ... straps are flexible straps with a minimum of 1 megohm 10 percent resistance in the ground cords To provide proper ground wear the strap snug against the skin Use heel straps toe straps or boot straps at standing workstations Wear the straps on both feet when standing on conductive floors or dissipating floor mats Use conductive field service tools Use a portable field service kit with a folding s...

Page 62: ...or horizontally in a crate However since the 10842 rack has a packaged height of 217 centimeters 85 4 inches and the maximum height for air cargo is 218 4 centimeters 86 inches only the largest cargo planes can accommodate it upright If your destination does not accommodate large cargo planes the 10842 rack must be air freighted horizontally in a crate A passenger plane with cargo space has a heig...

Page 63: ...x weeks for the shipment to arrive Ship racks upright on their pallets Do not lay the racks horizontally or double stack them Delivery Services HP provides two methods of delivery for customers in North America Inside Rack Delivery Service and Expedited Rack Delivery Service If you want both Inside Rack Delivery and Expedited Rack Delivery you must specify both part numbers on your purchase order ...

Page 64: ...2 meters 79 inches tall to accommodate the 10842 rack A proper freight elevator must be available for deliveries to upper and lower floors Transportation personnel will not remove the rack from the shipping pallet Transportation personnel will not remove the pallet or packaging Expedited Rack Delivery Service Expedited Rack Delivery Service Part No 184449 001 is available in the rare instances whe...

Page 65: ... the 99 centimeters x 122 centimeters 39 inch x 48 inch pallet does not fit through a standard width internal door which is about 76 2 centimeters 30 inches wide The palletized 42U rack is approximately 216 centimeters 85 inches high and does not fit through a standard height door Do not lay the rack horizontally because the sheet metal can become distorted Transport the rack as far into the build...

Page 66: ... caution 2 7 fan kits 2 8 requirements 2 8 ventilation 2 8 attaching cable management arm 4 19 cables 4 21 power cords 4 21 authorized reseller xi authorized service provider 1 6 B balance considerations 2 3 ballast rack option kit 1 3 baying offset rack option kit 1 3 baying rack option kit 1 3 Best Practices web page 1 5 blanking panels using 2 8 boot straps using A 2 C cable access panel removi...

Page 67: ...k option kit 1 4 doors 1 1 E electrostatic discharge See ESD environment requirements airflow 2 8 grounding 2 6 power 2 5 space 2 5 temperature 2 7 ESD electrostatic discharge obtaining additional information A 2 precautions A 1 preventing A 1 storing products A 1 transporting products A 1 types of damage from A 1 expedited delivery service B 3 F fan rack option kit 1 3 features 10842 Rack 1 1 Rac...

Page 68: ...rack 4 17 interchangeable front and split rear doors 1 2 J joining racks 2 4 K keyboard 2 3 L labeling Rack Builder Online 2 2 land transport of rack B 2 Let Me Build It Mode Rack Builer Online 2 1 M marking with the template 4 4 Maximum Recommended Ambient Operating Temperature TMRA 2 7 measurements 2 3 modes of operation Rack Builder Online 2 1 monitor placement 2 3 required parts 2 4 monitor ut...

Page 69: ...on 100 kilo sliding shelf kit 1 4 1U keyboard drawer kit 1 4 25 inch rail adapter kit 1 4 ballast kit 1 3 baying kit 1 3 cable management D ring kit 1 4 depth adjustable fixed rail kit 1 4 door cushion spares kit 1 4 fan kit 1 3 features 1 3 ground bonding kit 1 3 monitor utility shelf kit 1 3 networking cable and recessed rail management kit 1 3 offset baying kit 1 3 server console switch kit 1 3...

Page 70: ...k 2 5 stability warning 4 2 stabilizer rack option kit 1 3 stabilizing multiple racks 3 10 standalone racks 3 8 stabilizing feet attaching 3 9 considerations 2 4 standalone racks stabilizing 3 8 static safe containers storing products in A 1 transporting products in A 1 switching configurations 3 10 symbols in text ix system preventing electrostatic damage to A 1 T technical support x telephone nu...

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