This chapter helps you configure your system and determine the number of racks you will need for your system.

When planning your configuration, you should consider the following guidelines:

!Does the layout violate any cable constraints?

!Is there enough rack space to accommodate all of the equipment that I have?

Cabling Constraints

When planning your system configuration you must consider the length of the cables that interconnect system components.

If a Server without any additional options meets all of your current computing needs, you will only have to concern yourself with connections to your keyboard, mouse, monitor and your LAN.

However, reviewing all the information in this section will allow you to configure your rack with future expansion in mind.

Cable Summary

Table 3-1 summarizes the cables that provide power and interconnect system components in the system rack. Additional information is provided in subsequent paragraphs and in option installation guides.

Table 3-1. Cable Summary

Cable

Purpose

Length

UPS Power

Connects main AC power to your UPS.

6 feet (1.8 meters)

Cable

 

 

 

 

 

UPS Smart

These cables connect your UPS – via Smart-UPS®

6 feet (1.8 meters)

Cable(S)

cables – to a master server running PowerChute®

 

 

plus software and two protected BSUs.

 

 

Working together, these options execute a controlled,

 

 

orderly shutdown of all connected Servers.

 

 

 

 

PDU Power

If you did not purchase an UPS, this cable connects

15 feet (4.57 meters)

Cable

main AC power to your Power Distribution Unit

 

 

(PDU).

 

 

 

 

Keyboard,

Connects your keyboard, mouse, and monitor to

7 or 12 feet (2.13 or

Mouse and

your:

3.65 meters)

Monitor Cables

BSU or concentrator, and each BSU keyboard,

depending on option

 

chosen

 

mouse, and monitor port to your concentrator.

 

 

 

 

Extension

You can use 12-foot extension cables to extend

12 feet

Cables

connections from your 8-port concentrator to your

(3.65 meters)

 

keyboard, mouse, and monitor.

 

 

 

 

SCSI Bus

Connects RAID Controllers to DEUs

Vendor specific

Cables

 

 

 

 

 

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NEC EXPRESS800 manual Cabling Constraints, Cable Summary, Planning Your System Rack Configuration, Cable Purpose Length

EXPRESS800 specifications

The NEC EXPRESS800 series is a robust line of high-performance servers designed to meet the demanding needs of enterprise environments. Known for its reliability and scalability, the EXPRESS800 series caters to a variety of applications, including database management, virtualization, and data-intensive workloads.

One of the main features of the EXPRESS800 series is its modular architecture, which allows organizations to customize their systems based on specific requirements. This modularity enables the integration of various components, including processors, memory, and storage, providing exceptional flexibility. The servers in this series support Intel's latest Xeon processors, which offer powerful performance and energy efficiency, making them ideal for compute-heavy applications.

In terms of memory, the NEC EXPRESS800 series supports large capacities and high-speed DDR4 RAM, ensuring that applications run smoothly even under heavy loads. This is particularly important for virtualization and large-scale data processing tasks that require rapid data access. The system also implements advanced error-correcting code (ECC) technology, which enhances data integrity and system reliability.

Storage is another key characteristic of the EXPRESS800 series. The servers feature a variety of storage options, including traditional HDDs and high-speed SSDs, allowing for optimized performance and flexibility in storage management. NEC’s implementation of high-performance RAID technology ensures data redundancy and enhances data access speeds, which is crucial for mission-critical applications.

Security features are also paramount in the design of the EXPRESS800 series. NEC incorporates Trusted Platform Module (TPM) integration, providing hardware-level security against unauthorized access. Additionally, the systems are designed to facilitate secure remote management, enabling IT administrators to monitor and control server performance from virtually anywhere.

Another notable technology integrated within the EXPRESS800 servers is virtualization support. With robust hypervisor capabilities, these servers permit efficient resource utilization, allowing multiple virtual machines to run concurrently without compromising performance. This is complemented by NEC’s advanced management software, which provides comprehensive tools for system monitoring and optimization.

Power efficiency is a critical consideration, and the NEC EXPRESS800 series is built with energy-efficient components and smart power management features. By optimizing power consumption, businesses can reduce their operational costs while minimizing their environmental impact.

In summary, the NEC EXPRESS800 series combines advanced technology, versatility, and high performance in a server solution that meets the diverse needs of modern enterprises. Its modular design, efficient processing power, superior memory capabilities, and robust security features position it as an ideal choice for organizations seeking reliable and scalable server solutions.