HP Modular Cooling System manual Facility planning for implementation

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The MCS-200/100 has not been certified for seismic environments.

The following table can be used to calculate the weight load of each MCS-200/100 unit, including installed equipment for proper floor planning.

MCS-100 weight calculation

Component

Unit weight

Quantity (multiple by)

Total weight

 

 

 

 

MCS-100 (with no server

670 kg (1479 lb)

1

670 kg (1479 lb)

trays)

 

 

 

Component #1: HP

11.21 kg (24.72 lb)

80

897 kg (1978 lb)

ProLiant SE2x8530a

 

 

 

Gen8 Server Tray*

 

 

 

Component #2:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Component #3:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Component #4:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rack Total:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

*Component #1 text included as an example

 

 

MCS-200 weight calculation

 

 

 

 

 

 

Component

Unit weight

Quantity (multiple by)

Total weight

 

 

 

 

MCS-200 (with no hose

732 kg (1614 lb)

1

732 kg (1614 lb)

kits or IT equipment

 

 

 

installed)

 

 

 

Component #1: Mellanox

21.22 kg (46.8 lb)

1

21.22 kg (46.8 lb)

Infiniband switch*

 

 

 

Component #2:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Component #3:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Component #4:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rack Total:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

*Component #1 text included as an example

In the following figure, the load is in the center of the IT racks. Due to adjacency, the leveling feet are combined to one concentrated weight.

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Contents HP Modular Cooling System 200/100 Site Preparation Guide Part Number June EditionPage Contents Appendix B Conversion factors and formulas Before you contact HP HP contact informationOverview OverviewMCS-100 unit dual-rack configuration MCS-200 unit single-rack configuration Product overview Air flow for MCS-100 single-rack configuration Air flow for MCS-100 dual-rack configuration Air flow for MCS-200 single-rack configuration Key components MCS-100 components Description MCS-200 components Unit top view Physical specifications MCS-100 expansion rack physical specificationsElectrical specifications Parameter Value Comments Space and positioning considerations Facility planning for implementationFacility planning overview Delivery space requirements Maneuvering space requirementsMCS-200/100 Reference Operational space requirements MCS-200/100 expansion rack ReferenceFacility planning for implementation System positioning Cable openings Facility planning for implementation Facility planning for implementation Cabinet leveling feet Top view Bottom viewFacility planning for implementation MCS-100 dual-rack configuration IT rack side view MCS-100 single-rack configuration Facility planning for implementation MCS-200 single-rack configuration MCS-200 dual-rack configuration IT rack side view MCS-200 single-rack configuration Floor loading considerations Facility planning for implementation Page Term Description WeightElectrical considerations RatingSystem grounding MCS-200 Raised floor grounding Description Electrical planning around water-handling components Connecting to facility A/C powerVoltage fluctuations and outages Facility planning for implementation Coolant source planning Plumbing considerations HP Water Hook-Up Kit M6 screw Above the floor for MCS-200 only Facility planning for implementation Piping approaches Hose openings Bottom view Top view MCS-200 hose openings Bottom view Top view MCS-100 floor tile cutouts Raised floor cutouts for the MCS unitRear view Facility planning for implementation Facility planning for implementation Facility planning for implementation Facility planning for implementation Facility planning for implementation Facility planning for implementation Facility planning for implementation Facility planning for implementation Facility planning for implementation Facility planning for implementation Facility planning for implementation Chilled water system components Fittings Astm B16.22 Wrought copper Description Specifications StrainerTypical plumbing installation guidelines Watts TP or equivalentCoolant requirements General thermal requirementsCooling loop sizing Determining heat load capacitiesPage Facility planning for implementation Facility planning for implementation Facility planning for implementation Facility planning for implementation Acceptable water quality specifications Additional water precautionsControl system Before installing and running active componentsEnvironmental considerations Plumbing materials to avoidFacility planning for implementation Delivery survey form Appendix a Forms and checklistsDimension Measurement Area/condition Yes Comment/date Pre-installation checklistsSite preparation checklist Safety considerations Appendix a Forms and checklists Appendix B Conversion factors and formulas Conversion factors and formulasRegulatory information Safety and regulatory complianceWarranty information Regulatory requirements for Exit signs Regulatory information HP contact information Support and other resourcesBefore you contact HP Acronyms and abbreviations Uninterruptible power system Water steam pressureDocumentation feedback Index Site preparation checklist
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Modular Cooling System specifications

The HP Modular Cooling System (MCS) is a state-of-the-art solution designed to efficiently manage the heat generated by high-density IT environments. As data centers face the ever-increasing demand for processing power, traditional cooling methods often fall short, leading to inefficiencies and raised energy costs. The HP MCS addresses this issue with a scalable, flexible design that optimizes cooling performance while minimizing energy consumption.

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