IBM eServer 370 xSeries, User Reference Manual

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Where it is impossible to avoid reflections or to adjust the lighting, an antiglare filter
placed over the screen might be helpful. However, these filters might affect the
clarity of the image on the screen; try them only after you have exhausted other
methods of reducing glare.
Dust buildup compounds problems associated with glare. Remember to clean your
monitor screen periodically using a soft cloth moistened with a nonabrasive liquid
glass cleaner.
Air circulation
Your server and monitor produce heat. Your server has one or more fans that pull
in fresh air and force out hot air. The monitor lets hot air escape through vents.
Blocking the air vents can cause overheating, which might result in a malfunction or
damage. Place the server and monitor so that nothing blocks the air vents. In a
rack enclosure, be sure to maintain a minimum clearance of 203.2 mm (8 in.)
between the rear of the chassis and the surface of the rear door when the door is
closed.
Note: To accommodate the xSeries 370 server, a Rack Extension Option can be
installed on the IBM rack enclosure.
Electrical outlets and cable lengths
The location of electrical outlets and the length of power cords and cables that
connect to the monitor, printer, and other devices might determine the final
placement of your server.
When arranging your workspace:
Avoid the use of extension cords. When possible, plug the server power cords
directly into electrical outlets.
Keep power cords and cables neatly routed away from walkways and other
areas where they might get kicked accidentally.
For more information about power cords, see “Power cords” on page 15.
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