Considerations for multiple system installations

When integrating a 3932 into an existing multiple-system environment, or when adding additional systems to an installed 3932, consider the following factors:

  • Thermal interactions

    Although computer room floor space is valuable, for optimal cooling, it is recommended that 3932 machines have a 1220 mm (48 in) or 1200 mm (47.2 in) aisle between rows of systems to reduce surrounding air temperature. See Cooling recommendations for the room.

  • Floor placement

    The 3932 must be precisely placed for the cable openings to match the floor cutouts. There is +/- 5 mm (0.2") tolerance for positioning the frame in relation to the floor tiles. This tolerance assumes edging around the tile cutouts that does not exceed 15 mm (0.6 in) width.

  • Floor loading

    When trying to optimize floor space utilization, floor loading weight distribution rules may be inadvertently violated by overlapping weight distribution areas of adjacent machines. Obtain the services of a qualified structural engineer if you are uncertain of the floor load assessment for your computer room.