Chapter 2 General System and Facility Guidelines

This chapter provides general computer facility guidelines for planning and preparing the site. Careful site planning and preparation ensures trouble-free installation and reliable operation of HP Blade Servers. Factors that may contribute to less than optimal equipment operation are also highlighted.

Refer to Table A-3 “Power Consumption and Air Conditioning Requirement Summary” for more information on guidelines specific to the Blade Server.

	NOTE: Electrical practices and suggestions in this guide are based on North American practices. For countries outside North America, local electrical codes will take precedence over North American electrical codes. An example would be the recommendation that the PE (protective earthing) conductor be green with yellow stripes. This requirement is a North American directive and does not override the local code requirements for a country outside North America. Local authority has jurisdiction (LAHJ) and should make the final decision regarding adherence to country-specific electrical codes and guidelines.

Throughout this chapter, the

symbol will be used to indicate Local Authority Has Jurisdiction.