HP Essential Pre-installation Checklist for MCS200 Workstation Cooling Systems

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Pre-installation checklists

Site preparation checklist

The tables below are site preparation checklists. For each item, check "yes" or "no" in the appropriate column.

If the answer is no, then include a comment or explanation and the date. An alternative solution might be required

Facility considerations

Item

Area/condition

Yes

No

Comment/date

 

 

 

 

 

1

Is there adequate clearance from the loading area to the installation

 

 

 

 

site to accommodate rack dimensions, including the pallet, if

 

 

 

 

applicable?

 

 

 

2

Is there a completed floor plan, including a detailed location of the

 

 

 

 

HP Modular Cooling System 200/100 relative to the floor tile breaks

 

 

 

 

and supports?

 

 

 

3

Is there adequate space for maintenance needs? Recommended

 

 

 

 

clearances are minimum 1,219 mm (48 inches) in front, minimum

 

 

 

 

914 mm (36 inches) in the rear.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4

Is access to the site or computer room restricted?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5

Is the computer room structurally complete? What is the expected

 

 

 

 

date of completion?

 

 

 

6

Is a raised floor installed and in good condition?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

7

Is a raised floor system, including needed cutouts, able to adequately

 

 

 

 

support the fully loaded rack and MCS-200?

 

 

 

8

Are there channels or cutouts for cable routing?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

9

Is there a network line available?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

10

Are floor tiles in good condition and properly braced?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

11

Is there a leak detector for the facility water system (external to the

 

 

 

 

MCS-200)?

 

 

 

12

Are masonite boards available for floor protection during rack

 

 

 

 

movement over carpets and thresholds?

 

 

 

Power and lighting considerations

Item

Area/condition

Yes

No

Comment/date

 

 

 

 

 

1

Are there AC outlets available for servicing needs (for example, for

 

 

 

 

laptop)?

 

 

 

2

Does the input voltage correspond to MCS-100 and MCS-200/100

 

 

 

 

specifications?

 

 

 

3

Is dual source power used? If so, identify types and evaluate

 

 

 

 

grounding.

 

 

 

4

Does the input frequency correspond to equipment specifications?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5

Is power conditioning equipment installed?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Appendix A: Forms and checklists 82

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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 Facility planning overview Facility planning for implementationSpace and positioning considerations 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 Voltage fluctuations and outages Connecting to facility A/C powerElectrical planning around water-handling components 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 Rear view Raised floor cutouts for the MCS unitMCS-100 floor tile cutouts 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 Dimension Measurement Appendix a Forms and checklistsDelivery survey form Site preparation checklist Pre-installation checklistsArea/condition Yes Comment/date Safety considerations Appendix a Forms and checklists Appendix B Conversion factors and formulas Conversion factors and formulasWarranty information Regulatory requirements for Exit signs Safety and regulatory complianceRegulatory information Regulatory information Before you contact HP Support and other resourcesHP contact information Acronyms and abbreviations Uninterruptible power system Water steam pressureDocumentation feedback Index Site preparation checklist
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