Cisco Systems UCS C210 manual Preparing for Installation, Installation Guidelines

Chapter

Preparing for Installation

This section includes the following topics:

•Installation Guidelines, page 2-3

•Rack Requirements, page 2-4

•Required Equipment, page 2-4

•Slide Rail Adjustment Range, page 2-4

Installation Guidelines

Warning To prevent the system from overheating, do not operate it in an area that exceeds the maximum recommended ambient temperature of: 35° C (95° F).

Statement 1047

Warning The plug-socket combination must be accessible at all times, because it serves as the main disconnecting device.

Statement 1019

Warning This product relies on the building’s installation for short-circuit (overcurrent) protection. Ensure that the protective device is rated not greater than: 250 V, 15 A.

Statement 1005

Warning Installation of the equipment must comply with local and national electrical codes. Statement 1074

When installing the server, follow these guidelines:

•Plan your site configuration and prepare the site before installing the server. See the Cisco UCS Site Preparation Guide for the recommended site planning tasks.

•Ensure that there is adequate space around the server to allow for servicing the server and for adequate airflow. The airflow in this server is from front to back.

•Ensure that the air-conditioning meets the thermal requirements listed in the “Technical Specifications” appendix.

•Ensure that the cabinet or rack meets the requirements listed in Rack Requirements, page 2-4.

•Ensure that the site power meets the power requirements listed in the “Technical Specifications” appendix. If available, you can use an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) to protect against power failures.

Caution Avoid UPS types that use ferroresonant technology. These UPS types can become unstable with systems such as the Cisco UCS, which can have substantial current draw fluctuations from fluctuating data traffic patterns.

Cisco UCS C210 Server Installation and Service Guide

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