MPC NetFRAME 1420, Technical Reference Manual

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MPC Computers, LLC NetFRAME 1420
Temperature and Humidity Operational Levels
Operational (Powered On) Non-Operational (Powered Off)
Temperature
50°F to 95°F (10°C to 35°C) -40°F to 158°F (-40°C to 70°C)
Humidity
up to 90% RH Non-condensing up to 95% RH Non-condensing
Other Environmental Concerns
High levels of dust, dirt, or smoke can also damage your server. Place the server in an area with
good ventilation. Periodically check the server's case, side, and bottom to ensure that dust or dirt
is not accumulating on the vents.
Shock, Vibration, and Altitude Operational Levels
Operational (Powered On) Non-Operational (Powered Off)
Shock
2 G, 11 ms, half-sine 50 G, 11 ms, half-sine
Altitude
up to 10,000 ft up to 10,000 ft
Cleaning
If the case becomes dirty through constant use or handling, use only a damp, dust-free cloth for
cleaning. Do not use abrasives or solvents as these may mar or scratch the case.
Cleaning kits designed to clean floppy disk drives, DVD drives, and CD-ROM drives are available
at most computer stores and should be used periodically.
Protecting
To prevent normal electrical problems such as spikes or surges, install a high-quality power surge
protector between the wall outlet and all of the system's connected components. If even one
component is not connected to the surge protector, the entire system could be at risk. You should
note that some power strips are not surge protectors but simply extension cords.
If your local area is subject to frequent electric power failures, MPC recommends attaching an
uninterruptible power supply (UPS) to the server and monitor. The UPS should be connected to
an AC generator. A UPS will provide time to save all data files and properly turn off the system.
Caution: If a storm enters your area, completely unplug the entire system
from all electrical sources, including telephone lines. Electricity from
lightning can travel in on any line and destroy all connected components.
Transporting
Always shut the server off before moving it. Any sudden jar or shock may permanently damage
the hard disk. Hard disks are more resistant to shock if they are properly shut down before being
moved. If you are transporting the server over long distances, completely repackage it in its
original packing material. If the original packaging is unavailable, pack the server with as much
padding as possible to ensure that the components are not exposed to excessive vibration or
shock.