ServerNet Cluster Manual

ServerNet Cluster Manual—520575-003
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2 Planning for Installation
This section describes how to plan to install a ServerNet Cluster or add a node to an
already-installed cluster. This section contains the following subsections:
Before installing a ServerNet cluster, complete the planning steps to ensure that the
installation:
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Is successful
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Proceeds quickly
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Requires little long-term maintenance
Using the Planning Checklist
Table 2-1 shows the Planning Checklist. Read through the checklist and mark off each
item for which your site is prepared. If you are not prepared to check off an item, see
the reference for more information about how to prepare your site.
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Using the Planning Checklist
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Planning for the Topology 2-8
Planning for Hardware 2-9
Planning for Floor Space 2-18
Planning for Power 2-22
Planning for Software 2-23
Planning for Serviceability 2-27
Note. HP strongly recommends that you complete the Planning Checklist before attempting
the installation. Some planning checks are optional, but others, if not performed in advance, will
prevent you from completing the installation.