Site plan requirements and actions

Completing a site assessment

HP requires a detailed site assessment prior to planning and preparing the customer site location for the HP POD 40c G2. Consult with HP to schedule a site assessment.

A standard site assessment visit includes the following tasks:

Selecting an appropriate site for the HP POD 40c G2

Assessing the proposed site for: o Measurements for clearances

o Infrastructure for the final solution o Access to utilities

o Site pad

o Installation considerations, including locations for delivery trucks, large installation equipment (such as cranes), and storage

o Electrical infrastructure

o Chilled water infrastructure

o Facility network and security systems

Developing an engagement plan and verifying customer contacts

Discussing future development and growth plans

For a complete site assessment checklist, see "Appendix A: HP site assessment (on page 27)."

HP Site Preparation Drawing Package

After receiving a signed purchase agreement, HP provides detailed engineering drawings. These drawings contain information to assist you and your MEP team to prepare the site for POD installation. If there are areas of special interest, HP can work directly with your MEP team to provide additional assistance.

Zoning and permit requirements

You are responsible for compliance of the overall installation in accordance with all local and national regulations, ordinances, codes, and the product specifications.

Project coordination

Your Project Manager must perform the following tasks:

Coordinate with all trades prior to installation to ensure that trade conflicts are resolved.

Coordinate the installation and integration of all systems.

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Performance Optimized Data Center (POD) 40c specifications

The HP Performance Optimized Data Center (POD) 40c is a state-of-the-art data center solution designed to meet the increasing demands for efficiency, scalability, and flexibility in enterprise environments. Aimed at delivering high-performance computing with minimal environmental impact, the POD 40c integrates innovative technologies and features to optimize operations.

One of the standout characteristics of the POD 40c is its modular design, allowing for easy deployment and scalability. Customers can configure their data center according to specific requirements, enabling rapid expansion as business needs evolve. The POD can house up to 240 servers, providing ample capacity to support intensive workloads while ensuring that users can quickly adapt to changing technological landscapes.

The energy efficiency of the POD 40c is a significant highlight. By employing advanced cooling technologies, including hot aisle/cold aisle containment and direct expansion cooling, it minimizes energy consumption while maintaining optimal temperatures for hardware components. This focus on efficiency also extends to power management, with redundant power supplies and the integration of high-efficiency power distribution units (PDUs) that help reduce operational costs.

In terms of connectivity, the HP POD 40c is equipped with comprehensive networking capabilities. The design includes integrated cabling systems that ensure organized and efficient routing of power and data. This dedication to streamlined connectivity facilitates faster data transfer rates and decreases latency, enhancing overall system performance.

Moreover, security is a paramount consideration in the POD 40c design. The unit incorporates various security features, including access controls, environmental monitoring, and surveillance options, which provide peace of mind for data-sensitive businesses. These elements work together to ensure that critical data remains protected from unauthorized access and environmental threats.

Sustainability is another key aspect, as the POD 40c is designed to be environmentally friendly. The system's effective cooling mechanisms and efficient power usage contribute to reduced carbon emissions, aligning with corporate sustainability goals and industry regulations.

In conclusion, the HP Performance Optimized Data Center (POD) 40c represents a cutting-edge solution for modern data center requirements. Its modularity, energy efficiency, robust connectivity, enhanced security, and sustainability make it an attractive option for organizations aiming to optimize their IT infrastructure while maintaining agility in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. The POD 40c exemplifies HP's commitment to providing innovative and performance-driven data center solutions, positioning it as a transformative asset for businesses seeking to thrive in a data-driven world.