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Integration services and software
Several resources are available for planning rack configurations. Those resources include HPE Factory Express, HPE Infrastructure
Architect, HPE Power Advisor, and HPE rack documentation.
HPE Factory Express
Factory Express is a robust portfolio of flexible, pre-priced, configured, customized, and integrated factory solutions and deployment services
supporting HPE products from the desktop to the data center with Windows®, Linux®, and HP-UX.
For specific information, see the HPE Factory Express link: hpe.com/info/factoryexpress
In addition to this available integration option, HPE also provides information links and contacts for questions regarding rack and product
compatibility. Go to hpe.com/us/en/integrated-systems/rack-power-cooling.html for more information.
HPE Infrastructure Architect
You can use HPE Infrastructure Architect to build a custom infrastructure solution. This tool is for salespeople, channel partners, and experienced
IT buyers. It’s a simple mix-and-match application that ensures the infrastructure you buy will work with the servers, storage, networking, and
power supply infrastructure you already have. And when completed, the tool will also connect you to an HPE salesperson that can have your
solution shipped to you. You can find the HPE Infrastructure Architect at iallb.itcs.hpe.com/.
HPE Power Advisor
HPE Power Advisor is an easy-to-use tool that estimates your data center power requirements for your server and storage configurations.
Version 6.x includes the new HPE ProLiant Gen 9 servers and options as well as a new Smart Update feature that automatically updates your
application when opened.
Rack deployment considerations
The following sections describe the HPE components and options available for the HPE G2 Racks that are available to achieve safety, regulatory
compliance, or functionality requirements.
Levels of rack security
Either of the following conditions may be necessary to comply with certain safety certifications:
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Racks must be located in a restricted access area that is only accessible to trained personnel.
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Racks must be configured with lockable hardware.
HPE rack front doors, rear doors, and side panels support this locking requirement. Rear split doors are standard. HPE G2 Racks also include new
tooling that allows you to easily remove the default lock and replace with a third-party lock (See Figure 3).
