vTo correct airflow in each rack, the rack filler plates must be installed in unused positions. Also, all the gaps in the front of the racks must be sealed, including the gaps between the storage subsystems.

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120 cm (48 in.)

 

 

 

Cold aisle

 

cold aisle width

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Air conditioner

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Hot aisle

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Airflow

back

front

Perforated tiles or gratings

front

244 cm (96 in.) between center lines of hot

and cold aisle

back

back

front

Figure 12. Example of cold aisle/hot aisle rack configuration

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