HP Performance Optimized Data Center (POD) 40c manual Utilities, Humidifier water supply

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Grounding feature

Specification

 

 

Grounding electrode

• The grounding electrode conductor connection bus pad is located on the outside of

conductor pad

the HP POD 40c G2 on the cold aisle adjacent to the power cabinet.

 

• The grounding pad must be connected to the grounding electrode system or

 

building steel in accordance with Article 250 of the NEC or equivalent regional

 

regulation.

 

 

Grounding lugs

• Grounding lugs cannot be attached to any painted surface.

 

• Grounding lugs must be compression-type 2-hole lugs and UL listed specifically for

 

grounding.

 

 

Ground rod system or

The customer must provide an effective grounding system with a ground rod or a

ground well

ground well.

IMPORTANT: Before installing the HP POD 40c G2, consult your local AHJ for applicable codes and to review site-specific location guidelines. If needed, obtain any necessary permits.

The following figure shows the grounding electrode conductor connection that is located on the cold aisle of the HP POD 40c G2.

Side view shown

Utilities

Consider the proximity to required utilities, such as power, water, and network connections. While the required utilities can be brought to nearly any selected site, there is the potential for increased costs and decreased efficiency when the HP POD 40c G2 is located farther from the utility sources.

For utility clearance information, see "Dimensions and clearances (on page 8)."

Humidifier water supply

The HP POD 40c G2 requires supply water for the humidifier. The supply water must meet the following requirements.

Requirement

Specification

 

 

Pressure

Between 20 and 110 psi, 0.1 and 0.8 MPa

Temperature

Between 1º and 40°C (33º and 104°F)

Minimum flow rate

1.45 lpm (0.12 gpm)

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Contents Abstract Part Number August EditionPage Contents HP POD 40c G2 site assessment checklist Appendix C Regulatory compliance noticesSafety and NEC compliance OverviewAbout this document Site safety and security Site assessmentSite preparation Fire detection and suppressionElectrical power capacities critical IT power HP POD 40c G2 capacitiesHP POD 40c G2 capacity limitations Overall system capacitiesHP POD 40c G2 weight Dimensions and clearancesSite requirements Site padSite requirements Safety and clearance area Grounding requirements Future expansionsGrounding feature Specification UtilitiesHumidifier water supply Requirement Specification Requirement Location SpecificationDrainage Chilled water supply10-2500 µmhos Power infrastructure installation Electrical power system configurationPiping materials Site electrical systemTransformers and switchboards Supported facility connections Environmental control systemAdditional POD connections Connection portalsDemarcation box Fire box Fire, safety, and security notifications HumidifierHP POD 40c G2 security G2 is shut down Areas prone to lightning or power surges Environmental considerationsEnvironmental risks Cold weatherSite plan requirements and actions Completing a site assessmentHP Site Preparation Drawing Package Zoning and permit requirementsHP POD 40c G2 installation Site planningAssembly equipment locations HP POD 40c G2 storage requirementsSite plan requirements and actions HP POD 40c G2 site assessment checklist Appendix a HP site assessmentDescription Sign-off As stated by the site engineering personnel can beCustomer responsibilities Description Sign-off Existing or planned supply/return headers SecurityProvide assistance in instances where a temporary HP POD 40c G2 site readiness checklist Installation prerequisitesAppendix B Preparing for delivery Pre-delivery tasksWhen installing on an elevated surface, verify that Power requirements Description Sign-off General water supply Description Sign-offChilled water system Description Sign-off General Description Sign-offDescription Sign-off Appendix C Regulatory compliance notices HP POD 40c G2 regulatory complianceRegulatory compliance identification numbers Federal Communications Commission noticeCables Canadian notice Avis CanadienGlossary Uninterruptible power system North AmericanVery early smoke detection apparatus Documentation feedback Index Index
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