HP 3PAR StoreServ 10000 Storage Physical Planning Manual

2 General Site Planning
This chapter provides general recommendations for physical planning and site preparation for the
installation and operation the storage system.
General Planning
Successful installation of HP 3PAR Storage systems requires careful planning and supervision in
collaboration with authorized HP representatives. Proper planning will help provide for a more
efficient installation and greater reliability, availability, and serviceability.
Customer Responsibilities
When planning and preparing for the installation of HP 3PAR Storage systems at a customer site,
the customer assumes the following responsibilities:
• Providing suitable space for unpacking, installing and operating the storage system
• Maintaining the proper environmental conditions for the storage system
• Providing adequate power facilities for the storage system
• Supplying the network connections and external cabling required by the storage system
• Enabling the appropriate HP 3PAR remote support strategy
All pre-installation activities should be scheduled and completed before the equipment is delivered.
Electronic equipment has special packing for shipping and receives special handling during
transportation; the manufacturing environment and packing for shipping are the responsibilities of
HP 3PAR. It is the customer's responsibility to ensure that space is available for unpacking and
installing the new equipment upon delivery.
For optimal performance at a specific location, HP 3PAR Storage systems require controlled
environmental conditions that can best be facilitated through raised flooring and under-floor air
conditioning. It is the customer's responsibility to monitor this environment to ensure continued
conformance with the recommended environmental specifications. Refer to “Structural/Environmental
Considerations” (page 17) for specific information concerning server room environments.
Adequate power is necessary for the reliable functioning of electronic equipment and for the safety
of the customer's installation. The customer is responsible for procuring, installing, and maintaining
adequate power to the equipment. Refer to “Power Requirements” (page 28) for input electrical
power and grounding requirements.
Planning for Installation
The following are suggested site planning considerations to be completed prior to the delivery and
installation of the selected HP 3PAR Storage System.
• Prepare a preliminary layout of the subsystem installation.
• Review the power and the heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) requirements.
• Order any additional support equipment indicated by the power and HVAC review.
• Work with the appropriate HP representative to ensure that all system units in the specified
configuration and all cables of the required length have been ordered.
• Make a final layout of the installation and review the layout with your HP 3PAR representative.
• Select key personnel and arrange for training with your HP representative.
• Verify that electrical service wiring has been installed at the server’s predetermined location.
Refer to the respective product specifications for detailed requirements.
• Verify of any additional support equipment is properly installed and operational.
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