HP 245161-B22 - 10642 42U Rack Shock Pallet Reference Manual

Also see for 10000 Series: Installation instructions

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OverviewHP 10000 Series Rack Reference Guide 1-5Delivery ConsiderationsThe following list is only a sampling of the many delivery considerations available.For more information, visit the Best Practices web page at www.hp.com.When preparing to receive palletized racks, consider the following:• The dock door at the receiving site has to accommodate the height and width ofpalletized racks.• Do not lay a rack on its side because the sheet metal can become distorted.Transport a rack as far into the building as possible while it is still on the pallet.Ideally, move the palletized rack to its final destination before removing the rackfrom the pallet or removing any of the packaging.Installation OverviewThe following is the recommended sequence of events for the most efficientinstallation of your rack and components.1. Install the Rack Builder Online software from the HP website. Using the RackBuilder Online software, plan the rack component location and installationsequence.2. Select a location to set up your rack. This should be as close as possible to thepermanent site for your rack.3. Remove the packaging from the rack and verify the hardware contents.4. Remove any doors and panels from the rack to provide easy access.5. Stabilize the rack.6. Bay multiple racks together.7. Install products such as Power Distribution Units (PDUs) or switch boxes insidewall locations.8. Install products such as Uninterruptible Power System (UPS) units starting fromthe bottom of the rack.