CAUTION: Electrostatic discharge might damage electronic components. Be sure that you are properly grounded (earthed) by wearing approved grounding straps before beginning any installation procedure or repair.

CAUTION: If any racks contain empty RU space, use the HP POD 240e NA filler panels to maintain the efficiency of the HP POD 240e NA thermal system. Filler panels are available from HP in 10-pack quantities (part number AQ682A) and 100-pack quantities (part number AS993A).

Fire detection

The fire detection system is supplied as a component of the HP POD 240e NA, and is Manufacturer Designed specifically for this HP product, in compliance with national standards.

HP does not certify that the fire detection system that is installed in the HP POD 240e NA meets all local and jurisdictional requirements. The customer is responsible for the following actions:

Verifying that the POD fire detection system meets local codes, including specific local requirements for initial and periodic inspections

Arranging for and receiving all required local permits, including initial commissioning as well as standard and repair maintenance

General maintenance of the fire detection system must be completed by an authorized technician

For more information, see the HP Performance Optimized Datacenter 240e NA Maintenance and Service guide.

Any additional local requirements are not covered as part of the installation and deployment services of the fire detection system, unless specifically included in an executed SOW.

Preventative maintenance

You are responsible for creating and performing detailed preventative maintenance based on HP recommendations. Data sheets or additional operation and maintenance manuals will be provided for this task.

CAUTION: Failure to implement a comprehensive preventative maintenance schedule may result in reduced efficiency in the HP POD 240e NA, failure of main or subsidiary systems, and loss of warranty on third party components.

Environmental considerations

CAUTION: To maintain accurate environmental conditions and minimize condensation inside the HP POD 240e NA, do not leave the HP POD 240e NA doors open during operation.

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