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HP LP 2000r Planning Manual

HP LP 2000r Planning Manual

Netserver high density rack solutions overview
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hp netserver high
density rack solutions
overview
planning your
rack system for
LP 2000r
• up to 21 servers per
2m rack
• tool-less installation
• multiple solutions for
both 2-post and
4-post racks

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  • Page 1 LP 2000r • up to 21 servers per 2m rack • tool-less installation • multiple solutions for both 2-post and 4-post racks...

  • Page 2: Executive Summary

    Netserver LP 2000r units into racks and cabinets. The incredible density available when using the HP Netservers LP 2000r - up to 21 servers in a single rack - allows for the ultimate in computing power but presents new challenges to those actually assigned to assemble the system. The purpose of this white paper is to help you plan and install a reliable computing system using the HP Netserver LP 2000r.
  • Page 3 HP Netserver Configuration Guide: http://netserv e r. h p . c o m / n e t s e rv e r / t o o l s / r a c k _ a s s t .

  • Page 4: Reader Assumptions

    HP Netserver High Density Rack Solutions Overview (LP 2000r) Reader Assumptions This white paper is for the person who installs, administers, and troubleshoots PC-based networked servers. Hewlett-Packard Company assumes that you are qualified in the servicing of computer equipment and trained in recognizing the risks posed by products with hazardous energy levels.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    HP Netserver High Density Rack Solutions Overview (LP 2000r) Table of Contents Section Executive Summary...i List of Additional Resources ...ii Reader Assumptions...iii Table of Contents...iv Notices...1 Safety and Regulatory Information...2 Glossary ...3 Planning Your Racked System...5 The HP Rack System/E...10 HP Rack Accessories...12...

  • Page 6: Notices

    HP Netserver High Density Rack Solutions Overview (LP 2000r) Notices The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice. Hewlett-Packard makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this material, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.

  • Page 7: Safety And Regulatory Information

    Grounding WARNING The HP System/E Racks are safety class I product and has a protective earthing (grounding) terminal. There must be an uninterruptible safety earth ground from the main power source to the product’s input wiring terminals, power cord, or supplied cord set.

  • Page 8: Glossary

    This glossary provides entry-level explanations of common words and phrases used when mounting multiple servers in racks. Detailed HP product information is available in numerous documents available from Hewlett- Packard, such as technical data sheets and configuration guides. You can find them on our website at h t t p : / / w w w.
  • Page 9 - A product, which allows for mounting a full-size - A sliding rackmount solution comes standard with the HP Netserver LP - Uninterruptible Power Supply. A device that provides battery power for a...

  • Page 10: Planning Your Racked System

    Many of these calculations can easily be made with the special HP Netserver Rack Configuration software available from HP for free at http://netserver.hp.com/netserver/tools/rack_asst.asp or by following these basic steps: List all components.

  • Page 11: Circuit Breakers

    2. If your system includes an HP Console Switch, it must be powered on before the HP Netserver LP 2000r. 3. Last, power on each HP Netserver LP 2000r and wait for the fan in each server to spin up before power- ing on the next one.
  • Page 12 The operating temperature specifications for the HP Netserver LP 2000r are: 5 to 35°C (41 to 95°F) 1, 2 It is very easy to calculate the BTU/Hr an HP Netserver LP 2000r dissipates. Simply use the following formula: Input Power (watts) x 3.41=Thermal dissipation (BTU/hr)
  • Page 13 Then using the formulas provided, calculate the current requirements and the BTUs/Hr. For example: The calculations for an HP Netserver LP 2000r with 2 each 933 MHz processors, 2 GB of memory, 2 each HDDs and a NetRAID 1M controller will show the following results:...
  • Page 14 HP Netserver High Density Rack Solutions Overview (LP 2000r) Power consumption worksheet - actual Use the following blank worksheet to make the same, easy calculations for your particular configuration: C a t e g o ry P a rt Number...

  • Page 15: The Hp Rack System/E

    Doors can be mounted to open to the left or right. As your needs grow, the HP Rack System/E can grow vertically with an 8U extension kit. With the kit, the 25U rack becomes 33U, the 33U rack becomes 41U, and the 41U rack becomes 49U.
  • Page 16 (doors cannot be removed when closed, so security is not compromised). Stability The HP Rack System/E has anti-tip feet that attach to both the front and rear of the rack. The feet provide anti-tip protection while installing or servicing slide-mounted devices.

  • Page 17: Hp Rack Accessories

    HP Netserver High Density Rack Solutions Overview (LP 2000r) HP Rack Accessories In addition to the rack itself, HP offers numerous accessories to increase the convenience and safety of having your servers installed in a rack. Front doors, side panels and tie kits Each HP Rack System/E racks include a perforated, lockable rear door.
  • Page 18 25U rack Cable Management Accessory The HP Netserver LP 2000r is delivered complete with slides ready for installation. However, if additional cable management is needed, the HP Rack Cable Management Kit (J1481A) comes in handy. It offers a solution to route and organize cables in high-density rack environments.
  • Page 19 HP Power Distribution Options HP offers a series of Power Distribution Units (PDU) for use when the HP Netserver LP 2000r is to be mounted in a rack. The PDUs are especially convenient when mounting multiple servers as you simply route each power cord to the closest PDU rather than to the local power source or the Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS), if used.
  • Page 20 100-240 VAC E7671A HP recommends that you connect the power cord of the PDUs to an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS), so be sure to read the chapter about UPSs and how to select the correct one for your application. Power Cord Plug Style...

  • Page 21: Uninterruptible Power Supply

    AC power fail. Generally, the UPS will maintain an appropriate level of AC voltage and current long enough for the equipment to save open files and shut itself down in an orderly manner. All UPSs sold by HP for use with the HP Netserver LP 2000r also feature complete surge protection and noise filtering.

  • Page 22: Console Switch

    Netservers LP 2000r to be controlled from a single keyboard, monitor and mouse (KVM). A unique feature of the HP switch is that it can at any time be equipped with an expansion kit that allows a second user full control from a remote console, concurrently with the original user. This lets you keep your original investment and add only what you need, the interface for the second user.
  • Page 23 HP Rack System/E Vertical Extension Kit How do you add a few more inches of rackmounting space? There really is a way with the HP Rack System/E Vertical Extension Kit, HP part number J1471A. Suddenly, you get more inches to use for sever- al additional servers, storage units, or networking equipment.

  • Page 24: Installation

    HP Netserver High Density Rack Solutions Overview (LP 2000r) Installation Ease of installation is one key to speedier deployment. Fortunately, mounting and bringing multiple HP Netservers LP 2000r online is quick with only a few steps to follow. At this point, bring out the power and physical space calculations you made based on the preceding sec- tions and verify that the conditions are still valid.
  • Page 25 Marking the rack The HP Netserver LP 2000r rack mount kit requires two EIA units of space in the rack. It is, of course, imperative that all system components be mounted on the level. To ensure this, you must install all the equipment in the correct holes.
  • Page 26 B. 2-post EIA standard non-HP racks (3 options) 1. Fixed, center mounting All mounting hardware brackets are included as standard equipment with the HP Netserver LP 2000r. Only a T-15 Torx driver and a Number 2 Phillips screwdriver are needed for installation.
  • Page 27 Marking the Rack The HP Netserver LP 2000r rack mount kit requires two EIA units of space in the rack. Use this section to mark the columns of the 2-post non-HP rack. The brackets attach to the front side of the two columns for either flush mount or center mount brackets.
  • Page 28 Preparing the HP Netserver for 2-post rack installation Each HP Netserver has two rails attached at the factory and shipped to customers. These two rails must be removed to attach the brackets, before the Netserver can be mounted in the rack.
  • Page 29 Netserver LP 2000r in HP System/E racks, as well as 2-post non-HP and 4-post older HP racks. Installing Power Distribution Units You can mount up to four HP Power Distribution Units (PDUs) on the rear columns of the HP System/E racks.

  • Page 30: Cable Management

    Once the servers have been mounted in the rack, the next task is to connect the cables. Typically, an HP Netserver LP 2000r will have several of these attached: KVM (keyboard, video and mouse) cables, peripheral (usually SCSI) cables, LAN cables and one or two power cords, since the HP Netserver LP 2000r can be equipped with a second, redundant power supply.
  • Page 31 HP Netserver High Density Rack Solutions Overview (LP 2000r) Begin routing the cables. Secure each cable bundle. Route the cables to their destination. Starting with the server mounted on the bottom of the rack, gath- er its cables in your hand and curve them towards the right. Tie them with a Velcro™...
  • Page 32 HP Netserver High Density Rack Solutions Overview (LP 2000r) Route the power cords to the appropriate power distribution unit. Again, different systems require different solutions but servers with redundant power supplies may require special care when selecting the PDUs. To maintain the protection of redundancy, both power supplies in a server can be connected to separate PDUs.

  • Page 33: Conclusion

    HP has set the standard for easing rack deployment. By including all the hardware you need with the server, HP insures that you won’t delay your deployment because you forgot to order costly miscellaneous rackmounting accessories. And by giving you tools to cal-...
  • Page 34 HP Netserver High Density Rack Solutions Overview (LP 2000r) Technical information in this document is subject to change without notice. © Copyright Hewlett-Packard Company 2002. All Rights Reserved. Reproductions, adaptations, or translation without prior written permission is prohibited, except as allowed under the copyright laws.

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