Ultra-dense Server Deployment Solutions Overview

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White Paper

April 2000

1237-0300A-WWEN

Prepared by Industry Standard

Server Division

Compaq Computer Corporation

Contents

Executive Summary.......................1

Compaq Solutions for Ultra-

dense Server Deployment............3

Server Features............................3

Server Deployment Choices .......3

Deployment in Compaq Racks

.................................................... 3

Deployment in Third Party

Cabinet Racks .......................... 4

Deployment in Telco Racks .. 5

Desktop Stacking .................... 5

Console Management..................5

Lights-Out Management........ 5

Keyboard-Video-Mouse

Switches.................................... 6

Headless Operation................. 6

Conclusion .......................................6

Compaq Ultra-dense Server

Deployment Solutions Overview

Abstract: This white paper provides an overview of solution choices

for high volume deployment of the Compaq ultra-dense server, the

Compaq ProLiant DL360. The paper outlines key product

features, options and solutions that enable the deployment of many

Compaq ProLiant DL360 servers in a rack. This paper is intended

for Field Service Engineers (FSEs) and customers (IT managers,

system managers, and account managers).

Executive Summary

Compaq ProLiant DL360  the first ultra-dense server

optimized for high-volume deployment

Today's Internet world drives the need for unprecedented levels of

server based computing. Enterprises and Service Providers have

found that many of their network infrastructure and web applications

work best on dedicated servers. This has driven the need for more

and smaller servers to fit into existing server rooms and data centers.

Compaq fulfills this need with the density-optimized line of ProLiant

servers. The ProLiant DL360, at just 1U tall, supports up to 42

servers in a single rack. While the space-saving benefits are clear, the

ultra-dense server also presents new challenges such as the need for

rapid deployment of servers into a rack, as well as environmental and

cable management challenges once the servers are deployed.

Development of the ProLiant DL360 server is the result of close

customer collaboration and the long Compaq tenure in developing

servers for space constrained rack environments. Compaq engineers

have produced innovations in the ProLiant DL360 that make it easier

to deploy. Compaq engineers have developed key deployment and

cable management options to enable the rapid volume deployment

and improved cable management for large installations of

ProLiant DL360 servers into a variety of rack or non-racking

environments.

To complete the total solution, Compaq offers a set of detailed white

papers to expedite ultra-dense high volume deployment.

Summary of content (6 pages)

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White Paper April 2000 1237-0300A-WWEN Prepared by Industry Standard Server Division Compaq Computer Corporation Contents Executive Summary.......................1 Compaq Solutions for Ultradense Server Deployment............3 Server Features............................3 Server Deployment Choices .......3 Deployment in Compaq Racks .................................................... 3 Deployment in Third Party Cabinet Racks .......................... 4 Deployment in Telco Racks .. 5 Desktop Stacking ....
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Compaq Ultra-dense Server Deployment Solutions Overview Notice © 2000 Compaq Computer Corporation. Compaq, Compaq Insight Manager, ProLiant, SmartStart, and the Compaq logo Registered in U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. UNIX is a registered trademark of The Open Group.
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Compaq Ultra-dense Server Deployment Solutions Overview 3 Compaq Solutions for Ultra-dense Server Deployment Compaq designed the ultra-dense ProLiant DL360 with high volume deployment in mind. Focused on developing a complete solution that works well in a variety of environments, Compaq designed options that simplify rapid, high volume deployment of ultra-dense servers. Below is a description of key Compaq server product features and deployment choices that address issues in ultra-dense server deployment.
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Compaq Ultra-dense Server Deployment Solutions Overview 4 any tools. The cable management tray included with the server attaches to the rack rail and the server with thumbscrews. The tray holds cables so that if the server is removed from the rack, the cables will remain in place in the tray, eliminating cables falling to the floor and tangling with other cables. The optional sliding rail and cable management solution allows the server to slide forward without removing its cabling.
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Compaq Ultra-dense Server Deployment Solutions Overview 5 Deployment in Telco Racks Many data centers are equipped with telecommunications (telco) racks. Recognizing the need to support these customers, Compaq has designed the ProLiant DL360 to be deployed into telco racks. Compaq offers an optional rail kit for mounting into telco racks. The kit includes rack rails that can be mounted onto telco racks.
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Compaq Ultra-dense Server Deployment Solutions Overview implemented with a single Ethernet cable, drastically reducing cable clutter in the rear of the server. Keyboard-Video-Mouse Switches The ProLiant DL360 is designed to operate with the Compaq 8-port Keyboard-Video-Mouse (KVM) switches. Customers choosing local consoles can use KVM switches, and can find best practice information explained in the white paper, Compaq Ultra-dense Server Deployment in Compaq Racks.