These guidelines help you prepare your site for the delivery
and installation of your system.
Site selection
The selection of a site for information technology equipment
is the first consideration in planning and preparing for the installation.
Determine whether a new site is to be constructed or alterations are
to be performed on an existing site.
Access
Define an access route from your loading dock to your data
processing area before delivery of your system.
Space requirements
The floor area required for the equipment is determined
by the specific systems to be installed, the location of columns,
floor loading capacity, and provisions for future expansion.
General power information
Reliable electrical power is required for the proper functioning
of your data processing equipment.
Air conditioning determination
The air conditioning system must provide year-round temperature
and humidity control as a result of the heat dissipated during equipment
operation.
Environmental design criteria
Use these environmental design criteria to ensure that
your data center environment provides optimal conditions for your
server operation.