IBM zSeries 800 Installation Manual

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Contents

General Installation Manual for Physical PlanningInformation contained on IBM’s Resource Link web site(http://www.ibm.com/servers/resourcelink.) may be helpful in planning for yourraised floor. See ″General Information for Planning a Physical Site″.The GIMPP covers the following topics :Site Installation CoordinatorOversees the installationSelects contractors and vendorsSets and maintains the scheduleSite SelectionUtility availabilityEnvironmental considerationsExternal access to the siteInternal access within the siteExternal and internal facilitiesExpansion potentialFlooringNon-raised floor constructionFloor coverings in data centerStatic electricityVertical underfloor spaceSealed floorFloor panel weight capacityPedestal systemStringersGroundingCabling provisionExpansion PotentialRaised floor constructionSpace and LayoutObstacles (walls, columns, etc)Weight distributionFloor loadingMachine areaService clearanceCable placementRestrictive cable lengthsPower accessSafety equipmentFacilities accessOperator space and facilitiesWork flowEntrances/exitsLoading dock accessHallways/doorwaysRampsLightingAcousticsElectro Magnetic InterferenceProximity to hazardsPotential water damageShock and vibrationChemical hazardsFire dangerLightning protectionOffice spaceStorage spaceSupplies spacePower ConsiderationsDual power installationProper phase rotationProper wire size and colorWatertight power connectorsProper groundingAdequate circuit breakersEmergency power shutoffEPO switchUEPO switchBackup system powerUniterruptible power supplySurge protectionBrownout protectionLightning protectionEmergency lightingService and utility outletsObvious labelingEmergency PlanningMonitor environmentComputer roomAir conditioning equipmentElectrical supplyPeriodic inspectionsHazard prevention/protectionFireWaterLightningChemicalPersonnel trainingEmergency plansEmergency equipmentEmergency shutdownEmergency evacuationEmergency contactsAlarmsDisaster backup plansLevel 04a, June 21, 20042-2 zSeries 800: Installation Manual for Physical Planning||||||||