Environmental Elements, Computer Room Preparation

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Environmental Elements

The following environmental elements can affect an hp rp7405/rp7410 server installation:

•Computer room preparation

•Cooling requirements

•Humidity level

•Air conditioning ducts

•Dust and pollution control

•Electrostatic discharge (ESD) prevention

•Acoustics (noise reduction)

Computer Room Preparation

The following guidelines are recommended when preparing a computer room for an hp rp7405/rp7410 server system:

•Locate the computer room away from the exterior walls of the building to avoid the heat gain from windows and exterior wall surfaces.

•When exterior windows are unavoidable, use windows that are double or triple glazed and shaded to prevent direct sunlight from entering the computer room.

•Maintain the computer room at a positive pressure relative to surrounding spaces.

•Use a vapor barrier installed around the entire computer room envelope to restrain moisture migration.

•Caulk and vapor seal all pipes and cables that penetrate the envelope.

•Use at least a 12-inch raised floor system for the most favorable room air distribution system (underfloor distribution).

•Ensure a minimum ceiling height of 12 inches between the top of the server and the ceiling and that all ceiling clips are in place.

Basic Air Conditioning Equipment Requirements

The cooling capacity of the installed air conditioning equipment for the computer room should be sufficient to offset the computer equipment dissipation loads, as well as any space envelope heat gain. This equipment should include:

•Air filtration

•Cooling or dehumidification

•Humidification

•Reheating

•Air distribution

•System controls adequate to maintain the computer room within the operating range.

Lighting and personnel must also be included. For example, a person dissipates about 450 BTUs per hour while performing a typical computer room task.

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RP7405/7410 specifications

The HP RP7405 and RP7410 are high-performance servers in the HP Integrity line, specifically designed for mission-critical applications. These servers are built on the Itanium architecture and showcase HP's commitment to reliability, scalability, and performance. Targeted primarily at the enterprise market, both models are ideal for data-intensive workloads, virtualization, and large databases.

One of the standout features of the RP7405 and RP7410 is their robust architecture. The servers utilize HP's NonStop technology, ensuring high availability and fault tolerance. This architecture is designed to provide continuous uptime, which is crucial for businesses dependent on uninterrupted access to their data and applications. The RP7405 supports up to 4 processors, while the RP7410 can accommodate up to 8 processors, allowing for enhanced compute power and the ability to handle increasingly demanding workloads.

In terms of memory, the RP7405 and RP7410 support significant RAM configurations, making them capable of handling large memory-intensive applications. They are equipped with advanced memory management technology, including ECC (Error-Correcting Code) memory, which helps to detect and correct data corruption, thereby enhancing system reliability.

The servers employ HP's Virtual Partition (vPars) technology, which allows for efficient server consolidation by enabling multiple virtual servers to operate on a single physical machine. This capability enhances resource utilization and simplifies management, thus reducing IT costs while maximizing performance.

HP's Serviceguard clustering software is integrated into both servers, offering enhanced availability through active-active clustering and failover capabilities. This software ensures that workloads can be seamlessly transitioned between servers in the event of hardware failures or maintenance, further minimizing downtime.

Security is also a paramount consideration with the HP RP7405 and RP7410. The servers come equipped with advanced security features, including secure boot, encryption, and an array of compliance certifications, ensuring that sensitive data is protected against unauthorized access.

Additionally, the servers support a wide range of operating systems, including HP-UX, which is optimized for the Itanium architecture. This flexibility allows organizations to choose the operating environment that best suits their application needs.

In conclusion, the HP RP7405 and RP7410 are powerful servers designed for high-performance applications in enterprise environments. With their advanced architecture, extensive memory support, virtualization capabilities, and robust security features, these servers stand out as reliable solutions for organizations seeking to enhance their IT infrastructure while ensuring high availability and performance.

HP RP7405/7410 manual Environmental Elements, Computer Room Preparation

Models: RP7405/7410