QuickSpecs
Rack Airflow
Requirements
Rack 9000 and 10000 series Cabinets
The increasing power of new high-performance processor technology requires increased cooling efficiency
for rack-mounted servers. The 9000 Series and the 10000 Series Racks provide enhanced airflow for
maximum cooling, allowing these racks to be fully loaded with servers using the latest processors.
Rack 7000 series Cabinets
When installing a server with processors running at speeds of 550 MHz or greater in Rack 7000 series racks
with glass doors (165753-001 (42U), and 163747-001 (22U)), the new processor technology requires the
installation of the High Airflow Rack Door Inserts (327281-B21 (42U), 327281-B22 (42U 6 pack), or 157847-
B21 (22U)) to promote enhanced airflow for maximum cooling.
CAUTION:
If a third-party rack is used, observe the following additional requirements to ensure adequate airflow and
to prevent damage to the equipment:
Front and rear doors:
If your 42U server rack includes closing front and rear doors, you must allow
830 square inches (5,350 sq cm) of hole evenly distributed from top to bottom to permit adequate
airflow (equivalent to the required 64 percent open area for ventilation).
Side:
The clearance between the installed rack component and the side panels of the rack must be a
minimum of 2.75 inches (7 cm).
CAUTION:
Always use blanking panels to fill all remaining empty front panel U-spaces in the rack. This arrangement
ensures proper airflow. Using a rack without blanking panels results in improper cooling that can lead to thermal
damage.
NOTE:
For additional information, refer to the Setup and Installation Guide or the Documentation CD provided with the
server, or to the server documentation located in the Support section at the following URL:
http://wwss1pro.compaq.com/support/home/index.asp
Service and Support
Three-year limited warranty, including hardware diagnostic support, pre-failure warranty (coverage of hard drives,
memory and processors). The warranty is fully supported by HP Services and a worldwide network of resellers and
service providers. In addition 90-day's getting started software telephone support may be covered under the
warranty or available for an additional fee. Enhancements to warranty services are available through HP Care Pack
services.
NOTE:
Sever Blade Limited Warranty includes 3 year Parts, 3 year Labor, 3-year on-site support.
NOTE:
Server Blade Enclosure and Interconnects Limited Warranty includes 3 year Parts, 3 year Labor, 3-year on-
site support.
Care Pack services provide a range of life cycle support options that let you choose the service levels that meet
your business requirements, from basic to mission-critical.
A full range of HP Care Pack hardware and software services are available including:
Installation and start up
Education courses
Extended onsite hardware coverage hours from same business day 13 hours, 5 day to 24 hours, 7 days call
window with options including 4-hour response or 6-hour Call To Repair
Comprehensive range of software technical support for Microsoft, Linux, ProLiant Essentials and VMWare-
based IT solutions helping to deliver high level of application availability. Response times range from 30 mins
for critical problems to 2 hours.
System Management, Performance Services and Mission Critical Support Solution
HP Care Pack services for ProLiant BL p-Class server blades, cover the server blade and the p-Class blade
enclosure that the server blade is installed in as well as interconnects, power enclosure with power supplies and
power distribution.
NOTE:
For more information on HP Care Pack services, contact any of our worldwide sales offices or resellers or
visit our worldwide Web site on the internet at:
http://www.hp.com/hps/carepack
.
NOTE:
For more complete information on HP Services offerings, customers and resellers, please visit us at:
http://www.hp.com/hps
.
NOTE:
Additional information regarding worldwide limited warranty and technical support is available at:
http://h18004.www1.hp.com/products/servers/platforms/warranty/index.html
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QuickSpecs
HP ProLiant BL20p p-Class Server Blade
Standard Features
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