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Table 67. Electrical
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Electrical characteristics Properties
Power source loading maximum in kVA For more information about rack power distribution
units and power cord options, see Power distribution
unit and power cord options for 7014, 0551, 0553, and
0555 racks.
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The total rack power can be derived from the sum of the power that is used by the drawers in the rack.
See your individual server or hardware specifications for temperature and humidity requirements.
Rack noise levels depend on the number and type of drawers installed. See your server or hardware
specifications for specific requirements.
Note: All rack installations require careful site and facilities planning that is designed to both address the
cumulative drawer heat output and provide the airflow volume rates necessary to comply with drawer
temperature requirements. All rack installations require careful site and facilities planning that is
designed to address both the cumulative drawer heat output and provide the airflow volume rates
necessary to comply with drawer temperature requirements. Rack airflow requirements depend on the
number and type of drawers installed.
Note: Acoustic doors are available for IBM racks. Feature code 6248 is available for the 0551 and
7014-T00 racks. Feature code 6249 is available for the 0553 and 7014-T42 racks. The overall sound
reduction is approximately 6 dB. The doors add approximately 381 mm (15 in.) to the depth of the racks.
Service clearances
Table 68. Service clearances for 7014-T00, 7014-T42, and 0553 racks
Front Rear Sides
915 mm (36 in.) 915 mm (36 in.) 915 mm (36 in.)
Note: Recommended minimum vertical service clearance from the floor is 2439 mm (8 ft).
Figure 23 on page 44 provides the caster and leveler locations for 7014-T00, 7014-T42, 0551, 0553, and
0555 racks.
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