Stratus Server Site Planning Guide

Stratus® ftServer® 28x0, 48x0, and 68x0 Systems:
Site Planning Guide
Stratus Technologies
R684-04
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Manual Name: Stratus ftServer 28x0, 48x0, and 68x0 Systems: Site Planning Guide
Part Number: R684
Revision Number: 04
Software Release Number: Automated Uptime Layer for Windows-based ftServer Systems, Release 11.0.0.0
Publication Date: February 2017
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Contents
Preface ix
1. Site Planning for ftServer 28x0, 48x0, and 68x0 Systems 1-1
Site Planning Overview 1-1
The Stratus ActiveService Network 1-3
Site Planning Checklist 1-3
System Documentation 1-7
Safety Notices 1-8
Consignes de sécurité 1-11
2. Electrical Power Planning 2-1

Redundant Power Sources 2-1
AC Power and HVAC Service Requirements 2-2
AC Power Outlet Requirements 2-4
Connecting a System Directly to Separate AC Sources 2-6
Selecting a UPS Unit for ftServer Systems 2-8
Communicating with a UPS over a Network 2-8
Connecting a System Directly to a UPS 2-9
Power Cord Summary 2-10
Power Cords for ftServer Systems and Peripheral
Components 2-10
PDU Power Cords 2-12
Grounding Requirements 2-12
3. Space Planning 3-1

Room Requirements 3-1
Planning for Cables 3-3
4. Communications Line Planning 4-1

Supported Host Bus Adapters 4-2
Contents iii
Contents
Connections from Storage Systems to ftServer Systems 4-2

Fibre Channel Connections 4-2
iSCSI Connections 4-4
Ethernet Cables 4-4
Category-6/Category-6A Cables 4-8
Telephone Line Connections 4-8
5. Rack Configuration Planning 5-1

Using PDUs 5-1
Determining PDU Requirements 5-2
Example of PDU Usage Calculation 5-4
6. Cabinet and Monitor Requirements 6-1

Cabinet Requirements 6-1
Monitor Requirements 6-5
Appendix A. System Specifications A-1

System Specifications A-1
PCIe Adapter Specifications A-7
AAP87600 PDU Specifications A-8
Appendix B. Electrical Circuit and Wiring Information B-1

Fault Protection Requirements B-1
Grounding Considerations B-1
Circuit Wiring Diagrams B-2
Electrical Power Connectors B-9
PDU Safety Considerations B-10
Appendix C. Standards Compliance C-1

Electronic Interference, Immunity, Safety, and Noise Level
Standards Compliance C-1
Toxic and Hazardous Substances and Elements Disclosure C-4
Index Index-1
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Figures
Figures
Figure 2-1. System Connected Directly to AC Power 2-6

Figure 2-2. PDUs Connected Directly to AC Power 2-7
Figure 2-3. Rack-Mountable Systems: A-Side Power Connected
Directly to a UPS 2-9
Figure 6-1. Rail Clearance 6-4
Figure A-1. ftServer 28x0, 48x0, 68x0 System: CPU-I/O Enclosures:
Front View A-2
Figure A-2. ftServer 28x0, 48x0, 68x0 System: Rear View A-3
Figure A-3. AAP87600 PDU A-9
Figure B-1. Star Ground Example B-2
Figure B-2. PDU Power Input Labeling B-3
Figure B-3. ftServer Enclosure Power Input Labeling B-3
Figure B-4. Single-Phase 120V AC Circuit Connection B-4
Figure B-5. Single-Phase 240V AC Circuit Connection B-5
Figure B-6. Split-Phase 120/240 Volts AC Circuit Connection B-6
Figure B-7. Three-Phase 208V AC, Y-, or D-Source Circuit
Connection, Phase-to-Phase B-7
Figure B-8. Three-Phase 380V AC, Y-, or D-Source Circuit
Connection, Phase-to-Neutral B-8
Figure C-1. Toxic and Hazardous Substances/Elements and Their
Content: Taiwan C-4
Figures v
Tables
Table 1-1. Ethernet PCIe Adapters 1-4

Table 1-2. ftServer 28x0, 48x0, and 68x0 System Documentation 1-7
Table 1-3. Additional System Documentation for Windows-based
Systems 1-8
Table 2-1. Worksheet: Determining A-Side Power Requirements 2-3
Table 2-2. Worksheet: Determining B-Side Power Requirements 2-3
Table 2-3. Worksheet: Determining External Power Requirements 2-4
Table 2-4. HVAC Requirements 2-4
Table 2-5. Worksheet: A-Side External Power Outlet Requirements:
PDUs Used 2-4
Table 2-6. Worksheet: B-Side External Power Outlet Requirements:
PDUs Used 2-5
Table 2-7. Worksheet: A-Side External Power Outlet Requirements:
No PDUs 2-5
Table 2-8. Worksheet: B-Side External Power Outlet Requirements:
No PDUs 2-5
Table 2-9. Power Cords - ftServer Systems and Peripheral
Components to AC Power 2-10
Table 2-10. Power Cords Between ftServer Systems or Storage
Systems and a UPS 2-11
Table 2-11. Power Cords to Connect PDUs Directly to AC Power
Mains 2-12
Table 2-12. Power Cords to Connect PDUs to a UPS 2-12
Table 2-13. System Power (Jumper) Cables to Connect ftServer
Systems to PDUs 2-12
Table 4-1. HBAs Supported by ftServer 28x0, 48x0, and 68x0
Systems 4-2
Table 4-2. Optical FC Cables 4-3
Table 4-3. Customer-Supplied Ethernet Cables 4-6
Table 5-1. Current and Rack-Space Requirements 5-3
Table 5-2. Calculating A-Side PDU and Rack-Space Requirements 5-4
Table 5-3. Example: Current and Rack-Space Requirements
(208 volts) 5-4
Table 5-4. Example: Calculating A-Side PDU and Rack-Space
Requirements 5-5
Table A-1. Cabinet Dimensions A-4
Table A-2. ftServer 28x0, 48x0, 68x0 System Unit Specifications A-5
Table A-3. PCIe Adapter Specifications A-7
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Tables
Table A-4. AAP87600 PDU: Specifications A-10

Table B-1. Connectors for AC Power Outlets B-9
Table C-1. Compliance Standards for ftServer Systems C-2
Tables vii
Tables
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Preface
The Stratus ftServer 28x0, 48x0, and 68x0 Systems: Site Planning Guide (R684)
documents the site requirements and customer responsibilities related to preparing a
site for the installation of ftServer 28x0, 48x0, and 68x0 systems.
This document is intended for those responsible for preparing a site for the installation
of an ftServer 28x0, 48x0, or 68x0 system.
Revision Information
This manual is a revision. It adds information about support for the following:
 ftServer 2810, 4810, 6810 systems

 Automated Uptime™ Layer for Windows ®
- based ftServer Systems, Release
11.0.0.0.
Notation Conventions
This document uses the notation conventions described in this section.
Warnings, Cautions, Notices, and Notes

Warnings, cautions, notices, and notes provide special information and have the
following meanings:
! WARNING
A warning indicates a hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
! AV E RT I S S E M E N T
Un avertissement indique une situation dangereuse qui, si
pas évitée, pourrait entraîner la mort ou des blessures
graves.
! CAUTION
A caution indicates a hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
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! MISE EN GARDE
Une mise en garde indique une situation dangereuse qui,
si pas évitée, pourrait entraîner des blessures mineures
ou modérées.
NOTICE
A notice indicates information that, if not acted on, could
result in damage to a system, hardware device, program,
or data, but does not present a health or safety hazard.
NOTE
A note provides important information about the operation
of an ftServer system or related equipment or software.
Typographical Conventions
The following typographical conventions are used in this document:
 The bold font emphasizes words in text or (for Windows-based systems) indicates
text that you type, the name of a screen object, or the name of a programming
element. For example:
Before handling or replacing system components, make sure that you are
properly grounded by using a grounded wrist strap.
In the System Properties dialog box, click the Hardware tab.
Call the RegisterDeviceNotification function.
 The italic font introduces new terms and (for Windows-based systems) indicates
programming and command-line arguments that the user supplies. For example:
Many hardware components are customer-replaceable units (CRUs), which
can be replaced on-site by system administrators with minimal training or tools.
copy filename1 filename2
Pass a pointer for the NotificationFilter parameter
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 The monospace font indicates sample program code and output, including
message text. For example:
#include <iostream.h>
The operation completed successfully.
The monospace font also represents text that would appear on your display screen
when working in a text-based console on a Linux-based system. The monospace
bold font represents text you must type in examples that contain both user input
and system output. The monospace italic font represents terms in command lines
that are to be replaced by literal values. For example:
To display the state of a CPU enclosure, type a command in the following

format:
/opt/ft/bin/ftsmaint ls n
If you type /opt/ft/bin/ftsmaint ls 0 at the prompt, the following

output appears:
H/W Path : 0
Description : Combined CPU/IO
.
.
.
 The percent sign (%), dollar sign ($), and number sign (#) are default prompt signs
that have a specific meaning at the command prompt of a Linux-based system.
Although a prompt is sometimes shown at the beginning of a command line as it
would appear on the screen, you do not type it.
– % or $ indicates you are logged in to a standard user account and are subject
to certain access limitations. The prompt displayed on the screen depends on
your shell environment, for example, csh (%) or bash ($).
– # indicates you are logged in to the system administrator account and have
superuser access. Users of this account are referred to as root. The # prompt
sign used in an example indicates the command can be issued only by root.
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Getting Help
If you have a technical question about ftServer system hardware or software, try these
online resources first:
 Online documentation at the StrataDOC Web site. Stratus provides

complimentary access to StrataDOC, an online-documentation service that
enables you to view, search, download, and print customer documentation. You
can access StrataDOC at the following Web site:
http://stratadoc.stratus.com
 Online support from Stratus Customer Service. You can find the latest technical
information about an ftServer system in the Stratus Customer Service Portal at the
following Web site:
http://www.stratus.com/go/support
The Service Portal provides access to Knowledge Base articles for all Stratus
product lines. You can locate articles by performing a simple or advanced keyword
search, viewing recent articles or top FAQs, or browsing a product and category.
To log in to the Service Portal, enter your employee user name and password or, if
you have not been provided with a login account, click Register Account. When
registering a new account, ensure that you specify an email address from a
company that has a service agreement with Stratus.
 Online product support for Microsoft® products. Your primary source for
support is the computer manufacturer who provided your software, or an
authorized Microsoft Support Provider. You can also find the latest technical
information about Microsoft Windows® and other Microsoft products through online
product support at the Microsoft Help and Support Web site:
http://support.microsoft.com/
If you cannot resolve your questions with these online self-help resources, and the
ftServer system is covered by a service agreement, contact the Stratus Customer
Assistance Center (CAC) or your authorized Stratus service representative. To contact
the CAC, use the Service Portal to log a support request. Click Customer Support and
Add Issue, and then complete the Create Issue form. A member of our Customer
Service team will be glad to assist you.
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Commenting on This Manual

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issue.
Stratus welcomes any corrections and suggestions for improving this manual.
Regulatory Notice
All regulatory notices are provided in the site planning guide for your system.
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Chapter 1
Site Planning for ftServer 28x0, 48x0,
and 68x0 Systems 1-
For an overview of required information and tasks you need to perform to prepare a site
for ftServer 28x0, 48x0, and 68x0 systems, see:
 “Site Planning Overview” on page 1-1

 “Site Planning Checklist” on page 1-3
 “System Documentation” on page 1-7
 “Safety Notices” on page 1-8
Site Planning Overview

Site planning for fault-tolerant systems includes:
 Purchasing an appropriate cabinet and monitor

Provide a monitor that meets the system’s requirements.
NOTE
A monitor, keyboard, and mouse are required to install
Automated Uptime Layer.
If you do not purchase a cabinet from Stratus, provide a cabinet that meets the
system’s requirements.
 Electrical power planning

Provide electrical power sources that meet the requirements of the system and
optional components, optionally including the purchase of a qualified
uninterruptible power supply (UPS).
Site Planning for ftServer 28x0, 48x0, and 68x0 Systems 1-1
Site Planning Overview
 Space planning
Provide adequate space for the system or cabinet and for a desk or table to
accommodate components outside a cabinet. Also provide enough space for
servicing the systems and components.
Provide an environment that meets the system’s requirements for ambient

temperature and air quality.
 Communications line planning

Provide sufficient network and analog telephone lines and plan the location of the
system and external components to accommodate the lengths of the connecting
cables.
 Rack space planning
Ensure that the power distribution units (PDUs) supply sufficient power to the
components you have purchased and that you have sufficient space available in
an appropriate cabinet.
Use the “Site Planning Checklist” on page 1-3 to track your site preparation progress.
For information about obtaining documents related to your ftServer system, see
“System Documentation” on page 1-7.
During the site planning and preparation processes, work closely with your facilities
group or contractor to determine space, power, and environmental requirements. Enlist
their help to provide a suitable location with sufficient alternating current (AC) power,
heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) capabilities, and network and
telephone connections.
If your system is covered by a service agreement and you need help with site planning,
contact the Stratus Customer Assistance Center (CAC) or your authorized Stratus
service representative. If you have a contract with the CAC or your authorized Stratus
service representative to install the system, contact them after you have prepared the
installation site and moved the system to the site. For more information about the CAC,
see Getting Help in the Preface or the http://www.stratus.com/go/support Web site.
See Appendix A for the specifications of the base ftServer systems and of PDUs. See
the Stratus ftServer Systems: Peripherals Site Planning Guide (R582) for
specifications of other components.
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Site Planning Checklist
The Stratus ActiveService Network

The Stratus ActiveService Network (ASN) is a network that allows your ftServer system
to automatically report problems to the Stratus Customer Assistance Center (CAC) or
your authorized Stratus service representative, and that can allow the CAC or your
authorized Stratus service representative to remotely diagnose, troubleshoot, and
resolve problems online.
To enable connectivity to the ASN, you connect a pair of partnered Ethernet ports, one
from each CPU- I / O enclosure in your system, to a network that has Internet access.
For additional protection, if you connect the Ethernet port of the VTM in each enclosure
to a network with Internet access, the VTMs can communicate with the ASN even when
the host operating system is not running or is unresponsive.
If Internet access is not available, or if you wish to have a backup method of connecting
to the ASN, you can also connect the optional ASN modem to your system, which
allows either the host operating system or a VTM to communicate with the ASN through
a telephone dialup connection.

Referring to the information in this document, answer the following questions:
Planning for ASN Connectivity

❏ Will your system connect to the ASN? If so, will it connect over an ASN modem or
the Internet?
❏ If your system will use the Internet to connect to the ASN, do you have an Internet
connection available?
❏ If your system will use an ASN modem, do you have an external analog telephone
line available for the ASN modem?
NOTE
A dedicated phone line provides the most reliable service.
ASN calls routed through a PBX may be slow due to load
on the PBX, or may not complete successfully due to
disconnections. If you must use a PBX, do not route the
telephone extension through a switchboard; instead,
provide a direct-dial analog number.
❏ Do you have an additional telephone connection and telephone near the operator’s
station for voice communications when calling for support?
Planning for Network Connectivity

❏ All ftServer 28x0, 48x0, and 68x0 systems contain four embedded 1-gigabit
Ethernet (GbE) ports that operate at 10 or 100 Megabits-per-second (Mbps) or at
1 gigabit-per-second (Gbps). In addition, four embedded 10-GbE ports are
standard on ftServer 48x0 and ftServer 68x0 systems. Also, you can add optional
Ethernet PCI adapters to provide additional Ethernet bandwidth.
In Table 1-1, indicate the number of Ethernet ports you will use, and plan network
connections accordingly.
Table 1-1. Ethernet PCIe Adapters
Adapter Number of Ports
Embedded Dual-Port 1GbE Base-T Ethernet PCI-Express 4

Adapters (2)
Embedded Dual-Port 10-Gigabit Ethernet PCI-Express

Adapters (2)†
U113 Dual-Port 10/100/1000 Base-T Ethernet PCI-Express

Adapter
U115 Dual-Port 10-Gbps Base-T Ethernet PCI-Express

Adapter (Windows-based systems)
U117 Dual-Port Fiber 10-Gbps Ethernet PCI-Express Adapter

(Windows-based systems)‡
Total Number of Ports
† Standard on ftServer 48x0 and ftServer 68x0 systems, but not available on ftServer 28x0
systems. See “Category-6/Category-6A Cables” on page 4-8 for additional site-planning
requirements for embedded10-GbE ports.
‡ Available only on ftServer 48x0 and 68x0 systems.
Planning for External Storage Options

❏ Will your system connect to external Fibre Channel storage enclosures? If so, the
system requires a pair of Fibre Channel HBAs, which are provided when you order
the storage enclosure. If you order the enclosure at the same time you order the
system, the required Fibre Channel HBAs are installed at the factory. See the
Stratus ftServer Systems: Peripherals Site Planning Guide (R582) for descriptions
of the storage enclosures provided by Stratus and the names of the PCI adapters
required for supported storage enclosures.
NOTES
1. ftServer systems support ftScalable Storage G3
systems, ftScalable Storage G2 systems, and EMC®
CLARiiON® or Symmetrix® storage systems.
2. If you plan to connect an EMC storage system to your
ftServer system, ensure that you receive approval for
your configuration by submitting a request through
EMC’s RPQ process to guarantee EMC support.
❏ Will your system connect to external Fibre Channel storage enclosures in a storage
area network (SAN) configuration? If so, do you have a minimum of two switches
that can accommodate the cables from the pair of Fibre Channel HBAs in each
ftServer system?
❏ Will your system have an iSCSI connection to ftScalable Storage G3 or EMC
CLARiiON storage systems? If so, ensure that you supply two Ethernet switches
that can accommodate the cables from the network adapters in each ftServer
system.
❏ Set up your system to communicate with a UPS.
Planning for Optional Components

❏ Will you be using an external modem?
❏ Will you connect a SAS tape drive (customer-supplied) to your system?
Planning AC Power
❏ Will you provide power to both sides of the system through a pair of PDUs?
❏ Will you protect the system power with a UPS?
❏ What optional components will you use?
❏ What are the AC power requirements of your system, including all optional
components?
❏ What are the lengths and types of the power cords that are provided for the PDUs
or system, and optional components?
❏ What type of AC receptacles do you need to provide?
❏ Is the AC power service wired properly?
Planning Space for Your System

❏ Provide a table or desk for the monitor.
❏ Will your system and its external components fit where you plan to place them?
❏ What is the height of the cabinet you will use, and what is the total height of the
systems and components that will be installed in the cabinet? Will the items fit into
the cabinet? What components will be located outside the cabinet?
❏ What are the lengths and types of the interface and communications cables that
will connect to your system?
❏ Have you created a sketch of how you plan to arrange the system at the installation
site? Consider the available cable lengths, the placement of external devices, and
the location of network and voice communication connections.
On the sketch, show the following:
 Location of the system and its external components

 Power cords, and telephone and interface cables
 Locations of AC power receptacles, phone jacks, Ethernet jacks, switches, and
hubs
NOTE
Make sure that all cords and cables are long enough to
reach between their respective components and
connectors. Route all cables out of the way of foot traffic.
Working with Other Groups

❏ Have you provided your facilities group and contractors with the sketch of how you
plan to arrange the system and copies of the following?
 “AC Power and HVAC Service Requirements” on page 2-2
 “Redundant Power Sources” on page 2-1
 Tables 2-1, 2-2, and 2-3, worksheets for determining AC power requirements
 Tables 2-5 and 2-6 (if you are using PDUs) or Tables 2-7 and 2-8 (if you are not
using PDUs), worksheets for determining the number of external power outlets
required
 Appendix B, “Electrical Circuit and Wiring Information”
 Any notes you have about site planning
❏ Have you reviewed and discussed the requirements with the facilities personnel
and contractors to ensure that all site modifications are understood and
implemented?
If you have any questions about the number and types of components, contact your
Stratus account representative or distributor.
System Documentation
System Documentation
Table 1-2 lists the hardware documents for ftServer 28x0, 48x0, and 68x0 systems, and
the tasks described in each document. Also see Table 1-3.
Table 1-2. ftServer 28x0, 48x0, and 68x0 System Documentation
Document Task
Stratus ActiveService Network Configure your system for support by the ASN
Configuration Guide (R072)
Stratus ftServer Systems: PCI Adapter Install, configure, replace, or troubleshoot PCI adapters
Guide (R461)
Stratus ftServer Systems: Technical Consult technical reference information for ftServer systems
Reference Guide (R550)
View or change BIOS settings in the system BIOS setup
utility
Use the Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI)

to configure the BMC and configure user accounts
Stratus ftServer Systems: Peripherals Find information about optional equipment that you have
Site Planning Guide (R582) ordered with your system that is needed to complete site
preparation
Stratus ftServer Virtual Technician Use the VTM console to remotely control, monitor, and
Module User’s Guide (R642) troubleshoot your system
Read Me First: Unpacking ftServer Inspect and unpack ftServer system hardware that you
28x0, 48x0, and 68x0 Systems (R685) install in your cabinet
Stratus ftServer 28x0, 48x0, and 68x0 Start up, shut down, and operate your system
Systems: Operation and Maintenance
Guide (R683) Troubleshoot system hardware
Remove and replace CRUs, including PCI adapters
Stratus ftServer 28x0, 48x0, and 68x0 Install your system, including mounting the system in a
Systems: Installation Guide (R682) cabinet
ftScalable Storage G3: Getting Started Install and initially configure an ftScalable Storage G3
Guide (R687) system
ftScalable Storage G2: Getting Started Install and initially configure an ftScalable Storage G2
Guide (R651) system
Table 1-3 lists additional documentation for Windows-based systems.
Safety Notices
Table 1-3. Additional System Documentation for Windows-based Systems
Document Task
Release Notes: Stratus Learn the contents of the latest Automated Uptime Layer release
Automated Uptime
Layer for Learn the latest information about the product
Windows-based
ftServer Learn about significant known problems and how to work around or avoid
Systems (R004W) the problems
Stratus Automated Respond to Mini-Setup questions

Uptime Layer for
Windows-based Install or reinstall Automated Uptime Layer and Windows Server software
ftServer Systems:
Installation and Install the operating system on your new system
Configuration (R002W)
Upgrade software and BIOS and BMC firmware
Configure Automated Uptime Layer
Set up your system to communicate with a UPS
Configure VTMs
Stratus ftServer System Use tools that are provided by the operating system software,
Administrator’s Guide Automated Uptime Layer, and other vendors to manage and troubleshoot
for the Windows the system
Operating
System (R014W) Manage data-storage devices
Safety Notices
! WARNING
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect
type. Dispose of used batteries according to the
instructions provided with the battery.
! WARNING
The system uses two power cords to provide redundant
sources of power. To fully remove power from a system,
disconnect both power cords. To reduce the risk that
electrical shock could injure a person or damage the
system, exercise caution when working in the unit even
when only one power cord is connected.
Safety Notices
! WARNING
To prevent a cabinet from tipping over and injuring a
person or damaging the system, start installing systems
from the bottom of the cabinet upward.
! WARNING
If you replace the modem cable supplied by Stratus, use
a cable with a gauge of at least 26 AWG to prevent fire.
! WARNING
To avoid fire, electric shock, and equipment breakdown,
prevent water or foreign objects from getting into the
equipment. Do not let water or foreign objects, such as
pins or paper clips, enter the equipment.
! WARNING
To prevent fire or current leakage, do not plug the power
cord into a nonconforming outlet. Use a power outlet with
appropriate voltage and power type, as specified in this
guide.
! WARNING
Do not install the equipment where you may need an
extension cord. Use of an extension cord that does not
meet the power specifications introduces a risk of
overheating that could lead to a fire.
! WARNING
Disconnect the power cords from the server or power
source before you install or relocate the equipment. All
voltage is removed only when the power cords are
disconnected.
! WARNING
Do not install or store the equipment in an unsuitable
place. Install or store the equipment in a place that meets
Safety Notices
the requirements specified in this guide. Avoid the

following conditions to avoid the risk of fire:
• Dust
• High humidity, such as a place near a boiler
• Direct sunlight
• Instability, such as places not stabilized against earthquakes
! WARNING
Do not use or store this product in a corrosive
environment.
Avoid using or storing this product in an environment

which may contain corrosive gases. Such gases include,
but are not limited to, sulfur dioxide, hydrogen sulfide,
nitrogen dioxide, chlorine, ammonia or ozone.
Avoid installing this product in a dusty environment or one

that may contain corrosive materials such as sodium
chloride or sulfur.
Avoid installing this product in an environment having

excessive metal flakes or conductive particles in the air.
Such environments may cause corrosion or short circuits

within this product, resulting in not only damage to this
product, but also fire.
If there are any concerns regarding the environment at the

planned site of installation or storage, please contact your
CAC or your authorized Stratus service representative.
! WARNING
When installing a system or CRU, always connect the
power cord first, before adding communications cables.
The power cord contains the protective earth connection;
it should be connected first and disconnected last, to
maintain a grounded chassis.
Before attempting to remove a CRU from the system
chassis, make sure to power off the CRU, disconnect
communications cables, and then disconnect the power
cord.
Consignes de sécurité
Never connect a power cord to a CRU when it is not

located within the system chassis.
! WARNING
Do not disassemble, repair, or alter the server, except as
described in the Stratus ftServer 28x0, 48x0, and 68x0
Systems: Operation and Maintenance Guide (R683).
There is a risk of an electric shock or fire as well as
equipment malfunction if you do not observe the
instructions in the Stratus ftServer 28x0, 48x0, and 68x0
! WARNING
Do not place any object on top of the server. The object
may fall off and cause injuries, damage to hardware, or a
fire.
! CAUTION
Do not leave the DVD tray ejected. Dust may enter the
equipment and cause it to malfunction. The ejected tray
may also become a cause of injuries.
Risque d’explosion si la batterie est remplacée par une
autre de type incorrect. Jeter les batteries usagées
conformément aux instructions fournies avec la batterie.
Le système utilise deux cordons d’alimentation pour
fournir des sources d’alimentation redondantes. Pour
mettre un système entièrement hors tension, débrancher
les deux cordons d’alimentation. Pour réduire le risque
qu’un choc électrique puisse blesser une personne ou
endommager le système, utiliser l’unité avec prudence
même lorsqu’un seul cordon d’alimentation est branché.
Pour éviter qu’une armoire ne bascule et blesse une
personne ou endommage le système, commencer par
installer les systèmes de bas en haut de l’armoire.
En cas de remplacement du câble de modem fourni par
Stratus, utiliser un câble homologué UL dont le calibre est
d’au moins 26 AWG afin de prévenir les incendies.
Pour éviter tout risque d’incendie, de choc électrique et de
panne de matériel, empêcher l’eau ou les objets étrangers
d’entrer dans l’équipement. Ne pas laisser d’eau ou
d’objets étrangers, tels que des agrafes ou des
trombones, entrer dans l’équipement.
Pour éviter tout risque d’incendie ou de fuite de courant,
ne pas brancher le cordon d’alimentation dans une prise
non conforme. Utiliser une prise de courant avec une
tension et un type d’alimentation appropriés, tel
qu’indiqué dans ce guide.
Ne pas installer l’équipement dans un lieu où une rallonge
pourrait être nécessaire. L’utilisation d’une rallonge ne
respectant pas les spécifications électriques présente un
risque de surchauffe pouvant provoquer un incendie.
Débrancher les cordons d’alimentation du serveur ou de
la source d’alimentation avant d’installer ou de déplacer
l’équipement. Toute la tension n’est coupée que lorsque
les cordons d’alimentation sont débranchés.
Ne pas installer ou entreposer l’équipement dans un lieu
inadapté. Installer ou entreposer l’équipement dans un
lieu qui satisfait aux exigences spécifiées dans ce guide.
Éviter les situations suivantes pour empêcher le risque
d’incendie:
• Poussière
• Forte humidité, comme à proximité d’une
chaudière
• Exposition directe au soleil
• Instabilité, comme des endroits non stabilisés
contre les tremblements de terre
Ne pas utiliser ou entreposer ce produit dans un
environnement corrosif.
Éviter d’utiliser ou d’entreposer ce produit dans un

environnement qui pourrait contenir des gaz corrosifs.
Ces gaz incluent, mais sans s’y limiter, du dioxyde de
soufre, du sulfure d’hydrogène, du dioxyde d’azote, du
chlore, de l’ammoniac ou de l’ozone.
Éviter d’installer ce produit dans un environnement

poussiéreux ou qui pourrait contenir des matériaux
corrosifs, tels que du chlorure de sodium ou du soufre.
Éviter d’installer ce produit dans un environnement qui

pourrait contenir des éclats de métal excessifs ou des
particules conductrices dans l’air.
Ces environnements peuvent causer une corrosion ou

des cours-circuits dans ce produit, ce qui endommage
non seulement le produit, mais peut aussi provoquer un
incendie.
Pour toute question concernant l’environnement sur le

site planifié de l’installation ou de l’entreposage, veuillez
communiquer avec votre centre d’assistance à la clientèle
(CAC).
Lors de l’installation d’un système ou d’une unité
remplaçable par le client (CRU), commencez toujours par
brancher le cordon d’alimentation, avant d’ajouter les
câbles de communications. Le cordon d’alimentation est
équipé d’une connexion de terre de protection; il doit être
branché en premier et débranché en dernier afin de
conserver un châssis relié à la terre.
Avant d’essayer d’enlever une CRU du châssis du

système, veillez à bien mettre la CRU hors tension, à
débrancher les câbles de communications, puis à
débrancher le cordon d’alimentation.
Ne jamais brancher un cordon d’alimentation à une CRU

lorsqu’elle n’est pas à l’intérieur du châssis du système.
Ne pas démonter, réparer ou modifier le serveur, sauf
conformément à ce qui est décrit dans le Stratus ftServer
28x0, 48x0, and 68x0 Systems: Operation and
Maintenance Guide (R683). Il existe un risque de choc
électrique ou d’incendie, ainsi que de défaillance de
l’équipement, si vous ne respectez pas les instructions
décrites dans le Stratus ftServer 28x0, 48x0, and 68x0
Ne placer aucun objet au-dessus du serveur. L’objet
pourrait tomber et causer des blessures, endommager le
matériel ou provoquer un incendie.
! MISE EN GARDE
Ne pas laisser le plateau du DVD ouvert. De la poussière
pourrait entrer dans l’équipement et causer une
défaillance. Le plateau d’éjection pourrait également
causer des blessures en position ouverte.
! WARNING
! WARNING
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! WARNING
! WARNING
! WARNING
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! WARNING
! WARNING
! WARNING
! CAUTION
Chapter 2
Electrical Power Planning 2-
For information about planning appropriate AC electrical power for your system and its
peripheral components, see:
 “Redundant Power Sources” on page 2-1

 “AC Power and HVAC Service Requirements” on page 2-2
 “Selecting a UPS Unit for ftServer Systems” on page 2-8
 “Power Cord Summary” on page 2-10
 “Grounding Requirements” on page 2-12
Related Topic
 Chapter 5, “Rack Configuration Planning”
Redundant Power Sources

ftServer systems require at least two separate and independent AC power
sources—an A-side power source and a B-side power source—that provide power to
the system’s power receptacles, labeled A and B, respectively. Either source must be
capable of continuing to provide power if power to the other source is lost.
The A-side power source provides power to one side of each system and storage
enclosure, as well as to components that do not require two sources of power, such as
tape-drive enclosures and a monitor. If you use an uninterruptible power supply (UPS),
the UPS is, in these standard, documented, configurations, the A-side power source.
The B-side power source provides power to the other side of each system and storage
enclosure.
The wattage required from the A-side power source will always be equal to or greater
than the wattage required from the B-side power source.
Electrical Power Planning 2-1

AC Power and HVAC Service Requirements

From the Stratus ftServer Systems: Peripherals Site Planning Guide (R582), obtain the
nominal input line voltage (volts AC) and frequency (Hz) required for optional,
AC-powered components. In general, provide 100–127 VAC or 200–240 VAC at 50 or
60 Hz for optional components. PDUs require 200–240 VAC at 50 or 60 Hz. Operating
the system at the higher end of the voltage range, when possible, results in higher
power system efficiency and consequently less generated heat and lower utility costs.
For detailed information about the plug types and lengths of the power cords provided
with the system, see “Power Cord Summary” on page 2-10.
The power service must be properly wired and grounded according to local standards
and regulations. See Appendix B for more information.
NOTE
A branch circuit breaker with ground fault protection must
allow a minimum of 3.5 milliamperes (mA) leakage current
for each power cord.
Use the following worksheets to determine AC power requirements for the site.
 In Table 2-1, determine the power requirements at the A-side power source.
 In Table 2-2, determine the power requirements at the B-side power source.
 In Table 2-3, determine the power requirements for components outside of the
cabinet. These components can share a power source with the A-side or B-side
components.
 In Table 2-4, determine the related HVAC requirements.
To determine AC power requirements

Provide information in Tables 2-1, 2-2, and 2-3 as follows:
1. In the Quantity column, write the number of each type of component.

2. Multiply the entry in the Quantity column by the number in the Watts column, and
enter the result in the Watts Subtotal column.
3. Add the values in the Watts Subtotal column, and enter the sum on the bottom line.
This value indicates the maximum power requirement for each power source.
Table 2-1. Worksheet: Determining A-Side Power Requirements
System Component Quantity Watts Watts Subtotal
ftServer 28x0, 48x0, and 6800 x 800

systems
ftServer 6810 systems x 1000
Storage enclosure† x
‡
Fibre Channel switch x
User-supplied components
TOTAL A-SIDE POWER REQUIREMENTS
† See the Stratus ftServer Systems: Peripherals Site Planning Guide (R582) for the wattage
of optional components you purchase from Stratus.
‡ If you are using Fibre Channel switches to connect the systems to storage enclosures,
include on this line the power requirements for a Fibre Channel switch. Two switches are
required for fault-tolerant operation. Connect one switch to A-side power and the other
switch to B-side power.
Table 2-2. Worksheet: Determining B-Side Power Requirements
System Component Quantity Watts Watts Subtotal
ftServer 28x0, 48x0, and 6800 x 800

systems
ftServer 6810 systems x 1000
Storage enclosure† x
Fibre Channel switch‡ x
User-supplied components
TOTAL B-SIDE POWER REQUIREMENTS
† See the Stratus ftServer Systems: Peripherals Site Planning Guide (R582) for the wattage
of optional components you purchase from Stratus.
‡ If you are using Fibre Channel switches to connect the systems to storage enclosures,
include on this line the power requirements for a Fibre Channel switch. Two switches are
required for fault-tolerant operation. Connect one switch to A-side power and the other
switch to B-side power.

Table 2-3. Worksheet: Determining External Power Requirements
System Component Watts
Other peripheral components
TOTAL EXTERNAL POWER REQUIREMENTS
To determine HVAC requirements

1. Add together the values from the Total row of Tables 2-1, 2-2, and 2-3, and enter
the value in the Total Watts column of Table 2-4.
2. Multiply the value in the Total Watts column by 3.41, and enter the number of BTUs
in the BTUs/hr. Subtotal column.
Table 2-4. HVAC Requirements
Total Watts
(From Tables 2-1, 2-2, and 2-3) Convert to BTUs BTUs/hr. Subtotal
x 3.41 =
AC Power Outlet Requirements

If you do use a pair of PDUs in the cabinet, use Tables 2-5 and 2-6 to determine the
total number of power outlets required outside the cabinet.

2. Multiply the value in the Quantity column by the value in the Outlets column, and
enter the total in the Subtotal column.
3. Add the values in the Subtotal column and enter the sum next to TOTAL NUMBER
OF A-SIDE POWER OUTLETS and TOTAL NUMBER OF B-SIDE POWER
OUTLETS.
Table 2-5. Worksheet: A-Side External Power Outlet Requirements: PDUs Used
Component Quantity Outlets Subtotal
PDUs x 1
Other external components
TOTAL NUMBER OF A-SIDE POWER OUTLETS
Table 2-6. Worksheet: B-Side External Power Outlet Requirements: PDUs Used
PDUs x 1
Other external components
TOTAL NUMBER OF B-SIDE POWER OUTLETS
If you do not use PDUs in the cabinet, use Tables 2-7 and 2-8 to determine the number
of AC power outlets required outside the cabinet.

2. Multiply the value in the Quantity column by the value in the Outlets column, and
enter the total in the Subtotal column.
3. Add the values in the Subtotal column and enter the sum next to TOTAL NUMBER
OF A-SIDE POWER OUTLETS and TOTAL NUMBER OF B-SIDE POWER
OUTLETS.
Table 2-7. Worksheet: A-Side External Power Outlet Requirements: No PDUs
ftServer systems x 1
Storage enclosures x 1
External monitor x 1
Tape-drive enclosure x 1
TOTAL NUMBER OF A-SIDE POWER OUTLETS
Table 2-8. Worksheet: B-Side External Power Outlet Requirements: No PDUs
ftServer systems x 1
Storage enclosures x 1
TOTAL NUMBER OF B-SIDE POWER OUTLETS

Connecting a System Directly to Separate AC Sources

If you do not connect your ftServer system or PDUs to a UPS, provide two AC power
sources that are as electrically independent of each other as the installation site allows.
At a minimum, the two power sources must be powered by separate circuit breakers
(maximum of 20A) to AC power and, if possible, be independent of each other beyond
that level. The more electrical separation between the two power sources, the less
likely they will both fail at the same time. Due to redundancy in ftServer systems, power
to either side of the system keeps the system in operation, although the system is no
longer fault-tolerant.
Figure 2-1 shows how to connect rack-mounted ftServer 28x0, 48x0, and 68x0
systems directly to two separate AC power sources. Figure 2-2 shows how to connect
PDUs directly to two separate power sources.
Figure 2-1. System Connected Directly to AC Power
A
4 3 1
4 3 B
2
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1 A-side power cord 3 AC power outlets

2 B-side power cord 4 Circuit breakers (maximum of 20A)
Figure 2-2. PDUs Connected Directly to AC Power
1
7 6 5
4 4
3 3
7 6 5
2
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1 A-side PDU 5 PDU power cords

2 B-side PDU 6 AC power outlets
3 B-side jumper cables 7 Circuit breakers (maximum of 20A)
4 A-side jumper cables

Selecting a UPS Unit for ftServer Systems

Stratus does not sell or service UPS units. However, Stratus has qualified UPS models
for use with ftServer 28x0, 48x0, and 68x0 systems.
Use Table 2-1 to determine the number of watts the A-side of your system requires, and
then see http://stratadoc.stratus.com/genref/refsell/qualified_equipment.html to select
an appropriate UPS model.
NOTE
Site planning information for the UPS in this document is
of a general nature only. Do not rely exclusively on the
UPS information in this document. Contact APC at
http://www.apc.com for detailed UPS specifications,
documentation, sizing, and ordering information.
Communicating with a UPS over a Network

Use the following additional tools to enable a UPS and an ftServer system to
communicate over the network:
 APC UPS Network Management Card 2 (APC part number AP9630)

 APC PowerChute® Network Shutdown for the ftServer system. (See
http://stratadoc.stratus.com/genref/refsell/qualified_equipment.html for the
PowerChute Network Shutdown (PCNS) release number.)
When you install your ftServer system, download PCNS from APC, and install and
configure the tool on the system, as described in the Stratus Automated Uptime
Layer for Windows-based ftServer Systems: Installation and
Configuration (R002W).
PowerChute Network Shutdown monitors the UPS for an imminent power loss, and
initiates an orderly shutdown of the system before power is lost.
Connecting a System Directly to a UPS

You can connect the A-side power connectors of your system directly to a UPS, as
shown in Figure 2-3.
Figure 2-3. Rack-Mountable Systems: A-Side Power Connected Directly to a UPS
4
A
6 5 3 1
B
6 5
2
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1 A-side system power cord 4 UPS power cord

2 B-side system power cord 5 AC power outlets
3 UPS 6 Circuit breakers (maximum of 20A)

Power Cord Summary
Power Cord Summary

Stratus supplies tested and approved AC power cords for the following components:
 ftServer systems and peripheral components

 PDUs
! CAUTION
Place all power cords out of the way of foot traffic.
! MISE EN GARDE
Éloigner tous les cordons d’alimentation du passage.
Power cords described as Domestic are made with American Wire Gauge (AWG)
cordage and are intended for use in North America. Refer to UL 62 and CSA C22.2,
No. 49. All other power cords are made with International cordage and are intended for
use in the specified countries, and other countries that use that standard.
Power Cords for ftServer Systems and Peripheral Components

Table 2-9 lists the available power cords that connect ftServer systems and peripheral
components directly to an AC power source (not to a PDU or to a UPS).
Table 2-9. Power Cords - ftServer Systems and Peripheral Components to AC Power
Marketing ID Plug Type Rating Length Locale
B50101F NEMA 5-15, UL/CSA 15A/127V 7 ft (2.1m) North America

approved, to IEC 60320 C13 (Domestic)
B50104F-P NEMA 5-15, UL/CSA 15A/127V 15 ft (4.6m) North America

approved, to IEC 60320 C13 (Domestic)
B50112F CEE 7 VII to IEC 60320 C13 16A/250V 14.8 ft Europe (Continental)
(4.5m)
B50116F BS 1363/A to IEC 60320 13A/250V 14.8 ft United Kingdom

C13 (4.5m)
B50124F AS/NZS 3112:1993 to 10A/250V 14.8 ft Australia

IEC 60320 C13 (4.5m)
B50140F SEV 1011-S24507 to 10A/250V 14.8 ft Switzerland

IEC 60320 C13 (4.5m)
B50152F SABS164-1:1992 ZA/3 to 13A/250V 14.8 ft South Africa/India

IEC 60320 C13 (4.5m)
Power Cord Summary
Table 2-9. Power Cords - ftServer Systems and Peripheral Components to AC Power (Continued)
B50153F IEC 60309, TUV 16A/250V 14.8 ft International, locking

approved, to IEC 60320 C13 (4.5m) power cord
B50160F-P NEMA 5-15, PSE 15A/127V 15 ft (4.6m) Japan (100V

approved, to IEC 60320 C13 applications)
B50161F-P NEMA L6-20, UL approved, 20A/250V 15 ft (4.6m) North America, locking

to IEC 60320 C13 power cord
B50162F GB1002-1996, CCC 10A/250V 8 ft (2.4m) China

approved, to IEC 60320 C13
B50173F NEMA 5-15, BSMI 10A/125V 14.8 ft Taiwan

approved, to IEC 60320 C13 (4.5m)
B50174-P L6-20P, PSE approved, to 15A/250V 15 ft (4.6m) Japan, locking power

IEC 60320 C13 cord (200V applications)
B50176 IEC60227, Inmetro 10A/250V 14.8 ft Brazil

approved, to IEC 60320 C13 (4.5m)
Table 2-10 lists the available power cords that connect ftServer systems to qualified
UPS models from APC.
Table 2-10. Power Cords Between ftServer Systems or Storage Systems and a UPS
Marketing ID Plug Types Rating Length Locale
B50104F-P NEMA 5-15 to 15A/127V 15 ft North America

IEC 60320 C13 (4.6m)
B50160F-P NEMA 5-15 to 15A/127V 15 ft Japan

IEC 60320 C13 (4.6m)
B50161F-P NEMA L6-20 to 20A/250V 15 ft North America, locking

IEC 60320 C13 (4.6m) power cord
B50301F-P IEC 60320 C14 to 10A/250V 14.8 ft International

IEC 60320 C13 (4.5m)
B50174-P L6-20P, PSE approved, 15A/250V 15 ft Japan, locking power

to IEC 60320 C13 (4.6m) cord (200V applications)

Grounding Requirements
PDU Power Cords

The PDU supplies power to ftServer systems. Table 2-11 lists the available power
cords that connect PDUs directly to an AC power source. Table 2-12 describes the
power cords used to connect PDUs to a UPS. Table 2-13 describes the gray and black
power (jumper) cables that are provided to connect ftServer systems to PDUs.
Table 2-11. Power Cords to Connect PDUs Directly to AC Power Mains
B50154F IEC 60320 C19 to IEC 60309 20A/250V 15 ft International

(4.6m)
B50171F IEC 60320 C19 to NEMA L6-20P, 16A/250V 15 ft North America

UL approved (4.6m)
B50175 IEC 60320 C19 to NEMA L6-20P, 20A/250V 15 ft Japan locking

PSE approved (4.6m) power cord
Table 2-12. Power Cords to Connect PDUs to a UPS
B50171F IEC 60320 C19 to NEMA L6-20P, 16A/250V 14.8 ft. North America
UL approved (4.5m)
B50175 IEC 60320 C19 to NEMA L6-20P, 20A/250V 15 ft. Japan

PSE approved (4.6m)
B52700F-45M IEC 60320 C19 to IEC 60320 C20 20A/250V 14.8 ft International
(4.5m)
Table 2-13. System Power (Jumper) Cables to Connect ftServer Systems to PDUs
Marketing ID Plug Type to System Plug Type to PDU Rating Length
B50502F IEC 60320 C13 IEC 60320 C14 10A/250V 6.6 ft (2m)
B50503F IEC 60320 C13 IEC 60320 C14 10A/250V 6.6 ft (2m)
! WARNING
Incorrect grounding can cause severe personal injury and
extensive equipment damage.
Une mise à la terre incorrecte peut provoquer des
blessures graves et endommager sérieusement
l’équipement.
The ftServer system obtains its protective earth (PE) ground through the power cord.
See “Grounding Considerations” on page B-1 for a more complete discussion of

ftServer system grounding.

Chapter 3
Space Planning 3-
For information about planning sufficient space for your ftServer system, see:
 “Room Requirements” on page 3-1

 “Planning for Cables” on page 3-3
Room Requirements
To ensure that the installation site provides a properly equipped, cooled, and sized
environment, make sure that the site:
 Provides clearances for air circulation, opening cabinet doors, removing cabinet
panels, and servicing the system from the front and rear.
Locate the front and rear of the system at least 2.5 feet (ft) (0.76 meters (m)) away
from walls and other obstructions.
 Maintains reasonable temperature and humidity levels and has a thermometer and
humidistat to monitor room temperature and humidity.
See Chapter 2 for detailed information about HVAC planning and Appendix A for
detailed information about temperature and humidity requirements.
 Is as free as possible of airborne contamination (particulate and gaseous).
NOTICE
Due to the mission-critical nature of Stratus servers, data
centers housing the equipment should follow the
guidelines of airborne contamination (particulate and
gaseous) as outlined in the ASHRAE (TC) 9.9
documentation. Particulate matter to adhere to ISO
14644-1 Class 8. Gaseous contamination, such as sulfur
or chlorine-bearing gases to adhere to
ANSI/ISA-71.04-1985 Severity level G1.
Dust buildup in the system can impede air circulation and heat transfer, causing
components to become less reliable as the ambient temperature rises.
Space Planning 3-1

Room Requirements
Fans clogged by dust fail to expel hot air, causing circuit boards to overheat and
fail.
Dust on circuit boards raises the temperature, thus reducing the component's
mean time between failure (MTBF).
Dust circulating in the room increases the risk of fire within the room by providing
potential combustible material within the environment.
Dust contamination on tape devices causes mis-reads and -writes, leading to

failure of attempts to back up and restore data.
 Has sufficient floor space for external components.

 Provides a table or desktop for external devices such as a telephone, external
monitor, keyboard, and mouse.
Each of these devices requires table or rack space.
NOTICE
Do not place a peripheral component on top of a system
cabinet.
 Allows the system and peripheral devices to be placed within the room so that
power cords and communications cables will reach their respective power
receptacles, telephone jacks, and other connection points.
 Provides communications cable connectors or patch panels as needed.
 Provides two electrically separate grounded AC wall outlets, within reach of the
power cords from the system or PDUs, and, if used, UPS units. The lengths of
detachable power cords are listed in “Power Cords for ftServer Systems and
Peripheral Components” on page 2-10 and “PDU Power Cords” on page 2-12. If
the power cord must be hard-wired, consult an electrician to plan the length of the
power cord.
 Provides grounded AC wall outlets for external components that do not connect to
a PDU.
 Provides cutouts in the floor for routing cables, if the site has an elevated floor.
 Contains space for future expansion.
NOTICE
Do not place the system in an area of high electrostatic
discharge. Static electricity may damage components. Do
Planning for Cables
not locate components near transformers or other

electromagnetic devices.
See Appendix A and the Stratus ftServer Systems: Peripherals Site

Planning Guide (R582) for the dimensions of system components.
Planning for Cables

To accommodate cables from your system, make sure to provide:
 One or two telephone lines:

– One telephone line for use when calling for service
– One telephone line for the ASN modem, if used
 Ethernet jacks, switches, or hubs, as needed

 Two electrically separate grounded AC wall outlets, or a UPS and a wall outlet,
within reach of the power cords from the system or PDUs, and additional outlets for
any components that do not connect to a PDU
 For optional components, AC wall outlets within reach of the power cords from the
components, or use PDUs
Make sure that cables you plan to connect to the system are long enough to reach
between the system and external components or connections. For information about
specific cables and power cords, see the following:
 “Power Cord Summary” on page 2-10

 Chapter 4, “Communications Line Planning”
 “Monitor Requirements” on page 6-5
 Stratus ftServer Systems: Peripherals Site Planning Guide (R582) for information
about cable lengths for peripheral components
Space Planning 3-3

Planning for Cables
Chapter 4
Communications Line Planning 4-
Make sure that you plan the locations of your ftServer system and its external
components so that all communications and data cables will reach their connection
points.
This chapter contains the following sections:
 “Supported Host Bus Adapters” on page 4-2

 “Connections from Storage Systems to ftServer Systems” on page 4-2
 “Ethernet Cables” on page 4-4
 “Telephone Line Connections” on page 4-8
NOTES
1. If you have a unique network requirement, contact the
Stratus Customer Assistance Center (CAC) or your
authorized Stratus service representative. For more
information about the CAC, see Getting Help in the
Preface or the http://www.stratus.com/go/support
Web site.
2. See the Stratus ftServer Systems: PCI Adapter
Guide (R461) for more information about the
adapters Stratus supplies for your ftServer system.
Communications Line Planning 4-1

Supported Host Bus Adapters
Supported Host Bus Adapters

Table 4-1 summarizes the host bus adapters (HBAs) supported by ftServer 28x0, 48x0,
and 68x0 systems.
Table 4-1. HBAs Supported by ftServer 28x0, 48x0, and 68x0 Systems
HBA For Connections to Supported on
U114 Eight-Port SAS PCI-Express Tape drives Windows-based

Adapter systems
U112A Single-Port 16-Gbps Fibre External storage Windows-based

Channel PCI-Express Adapter systems systems
You must provide your own cables, with one exception: two 2-meter 50/125 m
(micrometer) OM3 multi-mode fiber (MMF) dual-fiber cables with LC-type connectors
(part number AW-B91000-020) are included with each ftScalable Storage G3 and
ftScalable Storage G2 system.
See the Stratus ftServer Systems: PCI Adapter Guide (R461) for information about
PCI-Express adapters.
Connections from Storage Systems to ftServer Systems

ftServer systems support both Fibre Channel (FC) connections and Internet
SCSI (iSCSI) connections to storage systems. For more information, see the following
sections:
 “Fibre Channel Connections” on page 4-2

 “iSCSI Connections” on page 4-4
Fibre Channel Connections

ftServer systems support FC connections to ftScalable Storage G3 and
ftScalable Storage G2 systems, and to EMC CLARiiON and Symmetrix storage
systems. Optical FC HBAs in the CPU-I/O enclosures provide connection points to
these storage enclosures.
NOTE
Follow EMC’s RPQ process for approval before attaching
an EMC storage system to your ftServer system.
Connections from Storage Systems to ftServer Systems
ftServer systems support the following FC connection options:
 Directly attach the FC cables between one or two ftServer systems and the RAID
controller trays of an ftScalable Storage G3 system.
 Connect the FC cables from one or two ftServer systems directly to an EMC
storage system.
 Connect multiple ftServer systems to ftScalable Storage G3 or
ftScalable Storage G2 systems through a storage area network (SAN).
 Connect up to six ftServer systems to EMC storage systems through a SAN.
A pair of optical FC HBAs provides fault tolerance through the multipath I/O capability
of the operating system. The adapters are single-ported, and each member of the pair
is installed in a different CPU- I / O enclosure: one in the top enclosure and the other in
the bottom enclosure. The Stratus ftServer Systems: Peripherals Site
Planning Guide (R582) lists the supported optical FC HBAs.
Table 4-2 lists the optical FC cables available for connecting the supported FC PCI
adapter. The cable sets come in blue and yellow, to make it easy to distinguish between
members of cable pairs.
Table 4-2. Optical FC Cables
Part number Part number

Length Blue Cables Yellow Cables
0.98 ft (0.3m) AW-B91000-003 AW-B91001-003
1.64 ft (0.5m) AW-B91000-005 AW-B91001-005
6.5 ft (2m) AW-B91000-020 AW-B91001-020
32.8 ft (10m) AW-B91000-100 AW-B91001-100
98.4 ft (30m) AW-B91000-300 AW-B91001-300
For detailed information about making the FC connections, see one of the following:
 ftScalable Storage G3: Getting Started Guide (R687)

 ftScalable Storage G2: Getting Started Guide (R651)
 Stratus ftServer Systems: PCI Adapter Guide (R461) for supported FC PCI
adapters
 The documentation for your EMC storage system
The cabling diagrams shown in the ftScalable Storage G3: Getting Started
Guide (R687) and the ftScalable Storage G2: Getting Started Guide (R651) show FC

Ethernet Cables
connections, in both direct-attach (DAS) and storage-area-network (SAN)

configurations, from ftServer systems to ftScalable Storage G3 or
ftScalable Storage G2 storage systems. (Connections to EMC storage systems
through a SAN are similar.)
In the appropriate Getting Started guide, see the following figures:
 Single-Host DAS Connections

 Multi-Host DAS Connections
 Dual-Host SAN Connections
iSCSI Connections
ftServer 28x0, 48x0, and 68x0 systems support iSCSI connections to
ftScalable Storage G3 and to EMC CLARiiON storage systems.
NOTES
1. Ensure that your ftServer system provides adequate
bandwidth for your iSCSI storage requirements.
2. Follow EMC’s RPQ process for approval before
attaching an EMC storage system to your ftServer
system.
Each ftServer system must contain two available Ethernet adapters (one in each
CPU-I/O enclosure). You can use embedded Ethernet adapters or U113 Dual-Port
10/100/1000 Base-T Ethernet PCI-Express Adapters. For better performance, use
U115 Dual-Port 10-Gbps Base-T Ethernet PCI-Express Adapters or U117 Dual-Port
Fiber 10-Gbps Ethernet PCI-Express Adapters, where applicable.
See the Stratus ftServer Systems: PCI Adapter Guide (R461) for additional information
about supported Ethernet adapters.
For cabling diagrams and detailed information about making the iSCSI connections to
ftScalable Storage G3 and ftScalable Storage G2 systems, see the ftScalable Storage
G3: Getting Started Guide (R687) and the ftScalable Storage G2: Getting Started
Guide (R651). For information about making the iSCSI connections to EMC CLARiiON
storage systems, see the Stratus ftServer 28x0, 48x0, and 68x0 Systems: Installation
Guide (R682).
Ethernet Cables
In addition to the Ethernet cables listed in this section, you must also plan to provide
network connection points. Consider providing a network connection with Internet
access for each of the VTMs to allow you and, if authorized, the CAC or your authorized
Ethernet Cables
Stratus service representative to access the VTMs' Web interface to operate the
system and diagnose problems remotely. If available, this mode of accessing the VTMs
is faster and more reliable than dialup through the ASN modem.
! CAUTION
Make sure network cables can be routed out of the way of
foot traffic.
! MISE EN GARDE
Vérifier que les câbles réseau peuvent être acheminés en
dehors du passage.
You will need Ethernet cables for the following connections:
 From embedded Ethernet ports on the system and Ethernet ports on optional
Ethernet PCIe adapters to network connection points. See “Planning for Network
Connectivity” on page 1-4 for information about the number and types of
embedded Ethernet ports available on each system.
NOTES
1. Two Ethernet ports are typically paired and teamed in
software for fault tolerance. Each member of the pair
requires an Ethernet cable.
2. If you will use the embedded 10-GbE ports on an
ftServer 48x0 or 68x0 system, see
“Category-6/Category-6A Cables” on page 4-8 for
additional site-planning information.
 From each ftScalable Storage G3 or ftScalable Storage G2 RAID controller tray, if

present, to a network connection point, for Web management and monitoring of
ftScalable Storage systems
 From a management PC to a network connection point, for Web management of
ftScalable Storage systems
The same network must provide access to the RAID controllers on the ftScalable
controller tray from the PC.
Table 4-3 describes the cables you must supply for network connectivity. Be sure to
provide cables of sufficient length for the distance between the system and a wall jack
or hub.

Ethernet Cables
Table 4-3. Customer-Supplied Ethernet Cables
Component Quantity Cable Length Cable Type
VTM Ethernet Port 2 N/A. You must supply 24 AWG Unshielded Twisted Pair
these cables. (UTP) EIA/TIA-Verified, Category-3
1-GbE Embedded 4 or Category-5 wire, with RJ-45
Ethernet Port The maximum modular connectors terminated with
allowable distance pair-wiring adhering to the EIA/TIA
from these ports to a 568-A or EIA/TIA 568-B standard.
switch or a hub is 328
ft (100m). For connections to an Ethernet hub
or switch, provide a straight-through
cable.
For 100- or 1000-Mbps (fast

Ethernet) operation, provide
full-duplex, or Category-5 Ethernet
cables.
U113 Dual-Port Ordered in The maximum The customer must supply a

10/100/1000 pairs. distance between the standard Ethernet cable to the
Base-T Ethernet Typically adapter and a hub or a following specifications:
PCI-Express teamed for switch is 328 ft
Adapter (RJ-45 fault (100m). 1000 Mbps requires a Category-5e
copper) tolerance. cable
100 Mbps (fast Ethernet

connection) requires either a
Category-5e (recommended) or
Category-5 cable
10 Mbps requires either a

Category-5, Category-4, or
Category-3 cable

10-Gbps Base-T pairs. distance between the standard Ethernet cable to the
Ethernet Typically adapter and a hub or a following specifications:
PCI-Express teamed for switch is 328 ft
Adapter (RJ-45 fault (100m), except when 1000 Mbps requires a Category-5e
copper) tolerance. using Category-6A or cable
-6 cable, for which the
maximum distance is 100 Mbps (fast Ethernet
180 ft (55m). connection) requires either a
Category-5e (recommended) or
Category-5 cable
10 Gbps requires a Category-6A or

Category-6 cable
Ethernet Cables
Table 4-3. Customer-Supplied Ethernet Cables (Continued)
Component Quantity Cable Length Cable Type

Fiber 10-Gbps pairs. distance between the multi-mode fiber (MMF), 50/125 mm
Ethernet Typically adapter and a hub or a dual-fiber cable rated with the OM3
PCI-Express teamed for switch is 984 ft performance code, with LC-type
Adapter fault (300m). connectors to the PCIe adapter,
tolerance. and connectors on the other end
that are compatible with your site
network switch.
10-GbE 4 N/A. You must supply 22 AWG Unshielded Twisted Pair

Embedded these cables. (UTP) EIA/TIA-Verified, Category-6
Ethernet Port or Category-6A wire, with RJ-45
The maximum modular connectors terminated with
allowable distance pair-wiring adhering to the
from these ports to a TIA/EIA-568-B.2-10 standard
switch or a hub is 328
ft (100m) for
Category-6A wire, and
180 ft (55m) for
Category-6 wire.
ftScalable Storage 3: two for N/A. You must supply 24 AWG Unshielded Twisted Pair
RAID controller each these cables. (UTP) EIA/TIA-Verified, Category-3
tray (note that controller tray or Category-5 wire, with RJ-45
ftScalable Storage and one to a modular connectors terminated with
G3 and management pair-wiring adhering to the EIA/TIA
ftScalable Storage PC 568-A or EIA/TIA 568-B standard.
G2 systems are
optional) For connections to an Ethernet hub
or switch, provide a straight-through
cable.
For 100-Mbps (fast Ethernet)

operation, provide full-duplex, or
Category-5 Ethernet cables.

Telephone Line Connections
Category-6/Category-6A Cables
If your system contains embedded 10-GbE ports using Category-6/Category-6A
cables, additional site planning is needed to prevent disruptions from electromagnetic
interference (EMI).
 Between devices, try to have as close as possible to zero (0) volt potential relative
to earth reference ground. See “Grounding Considerations” on page B-1 for
detailed information.
 Separate all power cords from the cables.
 Do not route the cables near fluorescent lights.
 Ground the cable trays.
 Avoid using two-way radios and cell phones near the cables.
 If your site is located near high electric fields, transmission towers, high-voltage
transmission lines, or electrical switching relays, consider using shielded
Category-6A cable.
See the following standards for more information about Category-6A cables and how
to qualify a test site:
 The ANSI/TIA-568 family of Telecommunications Standards (C.0, C.1, C.2, C.3)

 TIA/EIA-607: Grounding and Bonding Requirements for Telecommunications in
Commercial Buildings

The system requires up to two telephone cables, and related connection points:
 One telephone line for use when calling for service

 One analog telephone line to connect a modem dedicated to ASN connectivity, if
used, to a telephone connection point
A 7 ft (2.13m) telephone cable (minimum 26 AWG phone cord) is shipped with the
modem, except with orders destined for the Republic of Korea.
NOTE
A dedicated phone line provides the most reliable service
for ASN connections. ASN calls routed through a PBX
might be slow due to the load on the PBX, or might not
complete successfully because the calls can become
disconnected. If you must use a PBX, do not route the
telephone extension through a switchboard; instead,

provide a direct-dial analog number.
 Always use telephone cable that is 26 AWG or greater and is UL approved.
If no modem is used, a second telephone line is not necessary. A modem is not

necessary if your system will connect to a network with Internet access. You may
choose to use the Internet to send alarms to the ASN and allow the CAC or your
authorized Stratus service representative to connect to your system over the Internet
for troubleshooting.

Chapter 5
Rack Configuration Planning 5-
For information about planning a rack configuration, see:
 “Using PDUs” on page 5-1

 “Determining PDU Requirements” on page 5-2
 “Example of PDU Usage Calculation” on page 5-4
Using PDUs
ftServer systems have two power receptacles. Correspondingly, two power distribution
units (PDUs) provide power to the receptacles.
Use of PDUs is optional unless you have a support agreement with Stratus. If you do
have a support agreement with Stratus, use pairs of PDUs to provide AC power to
systems and components in a cabinet if six or more power cords would otherwise
exit from the cabinet.
The A-side (top) PDU provides power to:
 The A-side of each system

 A storage enclosure
 Any rack-mounted tape drives
The B-side (bottom) PDU provides power to the other side of each system and to the
second side of a storage enclosure.
Rack Configuration Planning 5-1

Determining PDU Requirements
Because the A-side PDU always uses at least as many power cords and consumes at
least as much power as the B-side PDU, plan the cabinet configuration so that the
A-side PDU can support the configuration.
NOTES
1. Connect each PDU to a separate AC power source.
2. Install a maximum of two pairs of PDUs in a rack.
Use the information in “Determining PDU Requirements” on page 5-2 to plan the rack
configuration for your ftServer system. “Example of PDU Usage Calculation” on
page 5-4 shows how to use the information you gather for planning the rack
configuration.
! WARNING
For important safety information about your PDUs, see
“PDU Safety Considerations” on page B-10.
Pour obtenir des informations importantes sur la sécurité
de vos unités de distribution de l’alimentation, consultez la
section “PDU Safety Considerations” on page B-10.

Using the nominal voltage rating of the power receptacle at your site and the total
wattage of the components that will draw power from the A-side PDU, complete the
information in Tables 5-1 and 5-2. This information will help you determine the current
that the ftServer systems and rack-mounted components will draw and whether you
need a second pair of PDUs.
To complete Table 5-1

1. Obtain the voltage available at your location. Consult a facilities manager at your
site to make sure you know the correct voltage.
2. For each type of component you plan to place in the rack, calculate the required
current, as follows: Divide the wattage of the element, listed in the Watts column of
Table 5-1, by the voltage available at your site. Multiply the result by 1.25 and enter
the value in the Current column.
Table 5-1. Current and Rack-Space Requirements
Site Current Rack

Component Watts ÷ Voltage† x 1.25 = (A) Space
Single CPU-I/O 800 ÷ 200 x 1.25 = 5A 4U

enclosure of ftServer (full
28x0, 48x0, or 6800 system)
system
Single CPU-I/O 1000 ÷ 200 x 1.25 = 5A 4U

enclosure of ftServer (full
6810 system system)
Tape-drive enclosure‡
Disk-storage enclosure§ ÷ x 1.25 =
† PDU input voltage is 200-240 VAC.

‡ See your tape-drive documentation for the wattage and rack requirements of your tape
drive.
§ See the Stratus ftServer Systems: Peripherals Site Planning Guide (R582) for the wattage
and rack requirements of your disk-storage solutions.
To complete Table 5-2

1. In column 1, write the names of each system or component in the rack. If you have
more than one system, use a row for each system.
2. In column 2, write the cumulative number of rack units (Us): Add the number of Us
(see Table 5-1) for the component to the value in the space above and write the
result.
3. In column 3, write the cumulative number of outlets required. For each component,
add 1 to the value in the space above and write the result.
4. In column 4, write the cumulative current required. For each component, add the
current for the component, which you entered in Table 5-1, to the value in the space
above and write the result.
You need another pair of PDUs if the cumulative number of outlets exceeds 8 or if the
cumulative current exceeds 15A. Use the information in column 2 to plan the size and
number of racks required.

Example of PDU Usage Calculation
Table 5-2. Calculating A-Side PDU and Rack-Space Requirements
2. Cumulative 3. Cumulative 4. Cumulative

1. Component Space Used Number of Outlets Current (A)
PDU Pair 2U 0 0.00

Table 5-3 shows how to use the information from Table 5-1 to calculate the required
rack space and the current when the PDU is connected to a NEMA L6-20R receptacle
in the United States, with a voltage of 208V.
Table 5-3. Example: Current and Rack-Space Requirements (208 volts)
Site Rack
Component Watts ÷ Voltage x 1.25 = Current (A) Space
Single CPU-I/O 800 ÷ 208 x 1.25 = 4.80 4U

enclosure of ftServer
2810 system
Tape drive (typical) 80 ÷ 208 x 1.25 = 0.48 2U
ftScalable Storage G3 400 ÷ 208 x 1.25 = 2.40 2U

or G2 system
Table 5-4 and the explanation that follows show how to use the information from
Table 5-3 to determine when you need to buy an additional pair of PDUs or calculate
the size and number of cabinets you need.
Table 5-4. Example: Calculating A-Side PDU and Rack-Space Requirements
3. Cumulative
2. Cumulative Number of 4. Cumulative
1. Component Space Used (U) A-Side Outlets Current (A)
PDU pair 2 0 0.00
Single CPU-I/O enclosure of ftServer 6 1 4.8†

2810 system
Tape drive (typical) 8 2 5.28
ftScalable Storage G3 or G2 system 10 3 7.68
ftServer system 14 4 12.48
PDU pair 2 0 0
Single CPU-I/O enclosure of ftServer 6 1 4.8†

2810 system
Single CPU-I/O enclosure of ftServer 10 2 9.6

2810 system
† For a single CPU-I/O enclosure.
In the calculations in Table 5-4, components were added one by one, calculating:
 The total current demanded by the components

 The total space used in the rack
 The total number of outlets required
In this example, two PDUs can provide enough current for two ftServer 2810 systems,
one tape drive (typical), and one ftScalable Storage G3 or ftScalable Storage G2
system. This set of components consumes 12.48 amperes; adding another CPU-I/O
enclosure would increase the consumption to 17.28 amperes, which exceeds the 15
amperes limit for the PDUs. The configuration also utilizes four outlets in the A-side
PDU and 14U of rack space.
To add any more components, you require another pair of PDUs.
For information about planning a rack configuration, see:
 “Using PDUs” on page 5-1

 “Determining PDU Requirements” on page 5-2
 “Example of PDU Usage Calculation” on page 5-4

Chapter 6
Cabinet and Monitor Requirements 6-
For requirements related to providing your own cabinet and monitor, see:
 “Cabinet Requirements” on page 6-1

 “Monitor Requirements” on page 6-5
Cabinet Requirements
If you are providing your own cabinet for an ftServer system, make sure the cabinet
contains a rack that is 19 inches (in.) wide and that meets the Electronic Industries
Association (EIA) 310-D Section 1 standard.
In general, consider the following factors during your site planning for systems in
cabinets:
 Elevated Operating Ambient Temperature—If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack

assembly, the operating ambient temperature of the rack environment may be
greater than room ambient. Therefore, consideration should be given to installing
the equipment in an environment compatible with the maximum ambient
temperature (Tma) specified by the manufacturer.
 Reduced Air Flow—Installation of the equipment in a rack should be such that the
amount of air flow required for safe operation of the equipment is not compromised.
 Mechanical Loading—Mounting of the equipment in the rack should be such that a
hazardous condition is not achieved due to uneven mechanical loading.
 Circuit Overloading—Consideration should be given to the connection of the
equipment to the supply circuit and the effect that overloading of the circuits might
have on overcurrent protection and supply wiring. Appropriate consideration of
equipment nameplate ratings should be used when addressing this concern.
 Reliable Earthing—Reliable earthing of rack-mounted equipment should be
maintained. Particular attention should be given to supply connections other than
direct connections to the branch circuit (for example, use of power strips).
Cabinet and Monitor Requirements 6-1

Make sure that the cabinet meets the following requirements:
 The cabinet can support the weight of all of the components you plan to install in it.
Appendix A and the Stratus ftServer Systems: Peripherals Site
Planning Guide (R582) provide the weights of components supplied by Stratus.
 The cabinet contains two front and two rear vertical EIA rails, one in each corner of
the cabinet, that have the universal square-hole pattern as defined in the EIA
310-D Section 1 specification.
 The front vertical rails extend at least 0.5 in. (1.27 centimeters (cm)) beyond the
inside edge of the accessory leg, if present, to allow the mounting rails to be fitted.
See Figure 6-1.
 The distance between the front vertical rails and the inside of the front door is at
least 3.0 in. (7.62 cm).
 The distance between the rear of the system chassis and the inside of the rear door
is at least 6.0 in. (15.24 cm).
 The distance between the front and rear vertical rails is between 24.5 in. and 30 in.
(62.23 cm and 76.20 cm, respectively).
 The vertical mounting rails have a 0.345" or 0.375" square pattern, with a thickness
between 0.063" - 0.105", to accept 10-32 cage nuts and mounting hardware.
 The vertical mounting rails are plated, or some other method is used to ensure
continuity for grounding between installed equipment.
 Cable-management brackets are provided to support and constrain data and
power cords so that the cables do not interfere with air flow out of the rear of the
enclosures, and so that the connectors do not disconnect or break.
 To prevent stray voltages, all components are grounded together through the
vertical mounting rails to the cabinet frame, and then to local building ground. To
ensure signal quality, use a grounding cable for local building ground.
 There is a plan for maintaining cables and wires to the cabinet by either running
them under the floor or placing them overhead in an overhead cable tray.
 Air flows through the cabinet from front to back.
 Air does not recirculate within the cabinet.
 Filler panels cover any unused rack space to prevent air recirculation.
 Blockers are installed between the vertical mounting rails and the side panels at
the rear of the cabinet.
 Vents are evenly distributed on the front and rear doors and make up at least 69%
of the surface area.
NOTE
If your cabinet does not have vented front and rear doors,
you can remove the doors from the cabinet while your
ftServer system is operating.
 The final installation conforms to all emission, immunity, safety, and other
applicable regulations.
Figure 6-1 shows the required rail clearance between the front vertical rails and the
inside edge of an accessory leg.

Figure 6-1. Rail Clearance
0.5-inch
(1.27-cm)
minimum 0.5-inch minimum
1 2
msys182
1 Front vertical EIA rail

2 Accessory leg
3 Front of cabinet
Monitor Requirements
For your monitor, make sure that:
 The monitor accepts universal 100–240 volts AC (VAC), 50/60 Hertz (Hz) power.
 The VGA cable has a 15-pin D-sub connector.
 The power cord for the monitor is long enough to reach the power source.
 The plug type on the power cord is compatible with the external power source at
the site.

Appendix A
System Specifications A-
For system specifications, see:
 “System Specifications” on page A-1

 “PCIe Adapter Specifications” on page A-7
 “AAP87600 PDU Specifications” on page A-8
NOTES
1. The system temperature and humidity requirements
defined in Table A-2 are the minimum requirements
the site must provide.
2. The temperature and humidity requirements for
optional components are provided in the Stratus
ftServer Systems: Peripherals Site
Planning Guide (R582).
System Specifications
The following figures show front and rear views of the systems.
 Figure A-1 shows the front of an ftServer 28x0, 48x0, or 68x0 system, mounted in
a rack with its bezel pulled forward.
 Figure A-2 shows the rear of a rack-mountable ftServer 28x0, 48x0, or 68x0
system, specifying the locations of the connectors at the rear of the system.
Table A-1 lists the dimensions of the system cabinets supplied by Stratus. Table A-2
lists the specifications for each ftServer CPU- I / O enclosure, the front panel, and the
backplane assembly. Table A-4 lists the specifications of the PDU. See the Stratus
ftServer Systems: Peripherals Site Planning Guide (R582) for the specifications of
other components.

Figure A-1. ftServer 28x0, 48x0, 68x0 System: CPU-I/O Enclosures: Front View
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
12 11 10 9
peg022
1 CPU 0, I/O 10 7 Front panel LEDs

2 CPU 1, I/O 11 8 USB port
3 CPU ID button (magnifying glass icon) 9 Front panel
4 System LEDs 10 Power button
5 NMI (dump) button 11 Internal disk drives (16) or disk drive
blanks
6 DVD drive 12 Release levers (4)
A-2 Stratus ftServer 28x0, 48x0, and 68x0 Systems: Site Planning Guide (R684)
Figure A-2. ftServer 28x0, 48x0, 68x0 System: Rear View
1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
14 13 12 11 10 9 8 peg002
1 USB 2.0 ports (3) 8 Embedded 1GbE ports (4)

USB 3.0 ports (2)†
2 PCI adapter slot 3 (PCIe full-height)‡ 9 Embedded 10GbE Ethernet ports (4)‡
3 PCI adapter slot 4 (PCIe full-height)‡ 10 CPU-I/O enclosure blue
identification LEDs (2)
4 PCI adapter slot 1 (PCIe, low profile) 11 VTM Ethernet ports (2)
5 PCI adapter slot 2 (PCIe, low profile) 12 System backplane
6 Power receptacles (2) 13 Serial (COM) ports (2)
7 Power supply LEDs (2) 14 VGA (monitor) port
† No failover capacity for USB 3.0 ports.

‡ Not available on ftServer 28x0 systems.

Table A-1. Cabinet Dimensions
24U Shipping Container
Height (including pallet) 56 in. (1.42m)
Width 41 in. (1.04m)
Depth 53 in. (1.35m)
38U Shipping Container
Height (including pallet) 80 in. (2.03m)
Width 41 in. (1.04m)
24U Cabinet
Height (including casters) 49.5 in. (1.26m)
Width 27.6 in. (70 cm)
Weight, empty 280 lb (127 kg)
Weight, empty with pallet and shipping container 436 lb (197.8 kg)
Weight capacity (payload) 1500 lb (680.4 kg)
38U Cabinet
Height (including casters) 74 in. (1.9m)
Width 27.5 in. (70 cm)
Weight, empty (with front and rear doors) 350 lb (158.76 kg)
Weight, empty with pallet and shipping container 512 lb (232.2 kg)
Weight capacity (payload) 1500 lb (680.4 kg)
Table A-2. ftServer 28x0, 48x0, 68x0 System Unit Specifications
Power
Input power An AC power connector

800W for each ftServer 28x0, 48x0, or 6800 enclosure (1600W total)
1000W for each ftServer 6810 enclosure (2000W total)
Nominal input 100-127 or 200-240 volts; 50/60 Hz.

voltage Each CPU-I/O enclosure has a C14 (IEC 60320) input connector.
Power Factor 0.98
VA 960 (240V x 4A)

800 (100V x 8A)
Protective earth 3.5 mA maximum for each AC power cord

ground current
Physical Dimensions
Height 7.0 in. (17.78 cm; 4U)
Width 17.5 in. (44.45 cm)
Depth 30.1 in. (76.5 cm), with bezel, excluding rail
Weight (fully-loaded, System (2 CPU-I/O enclosures, shelf unit, front panel, backplane, and bezel):
with 2 processors, 120 lb (54.4 kg)
16 DIMMs, and
8 disks per CPU-I/O Mounting brackets: 3 lb (1.4 kg)
enclosure)
Environmental
Operating 41 F to 104 F (5 C to 40 C)

temperature For every 800 ft (243.8 m) above 2000 ft (609.6 m), lower the maximum
operating temperature by 34F (1C).
Storage temperature -38F to 140F (-39 C to 60 C), vented
Operating altitude 0 ft to 10,000 ft (0m to 3,048m). In China markets, regulations may limit
installations to a maximum altitude of 6562 ft (2000m).
Maximum rate of 54 F (12C) per hour

temperature change
during operation
Relative humidity 10% to 80% (noncondensing)

during operation
Relative humidity 5% to 95% (noncondensing)

during storage

Table A-2. ftServer 28x0, 48x0, 68x0 System Unit Specifications (Continued)
Heat dissipation, 5464 Btu/hr. maximum

each system (both
enclosures)
Air cleanliness Meets ISO 14644-1 class 8 standards
Features
Processors ftServer 2800: One Intel® Haswell-EP Octa-Core 2.4 GHz processor in each
CPU-I/O enclosure
ftServer 4800: One Intel Haswell-EP 12-Core 2.3 GHz processor in each
CPU-I/O enclosure
ftServer 6800: Two Intel Haswell-EP 12-Core 2.3 GHz processors in each
CPU-I/O enclosure
ftServer 2810: One Intel Broadwell-EP 10-Core 2.2 GHz processor in each
CPU-I/O enclosure
ftServer 4810: Two Intel Broadwell-EP 10-Core 2.2 GHz processors in each
CPU-I/O enclosure
ftServer 6810: Two Intel Broadwell-EP 14-Core 2.3 GHz processors in each
CPU-I/O enclosure
Memory 16 physical, fully buffered (FB) DDR4 inline memory module (DIMM) slots in
each CPU-I/O enclosure. All 16 slots are usable in dual-processor systems.
Only 8 slots are usable in single-processor systems.
Ports Each CPU-I/O enclosure contains the following ports:

System front
 A USB 2.0 port
System rear
 Two embedded 1GbE
 Two embedded 10GbE (None on ftServer 28x0 systems)
 Two USB 3.0
System backplane
 Three USB 2.0 ports
 A VGA port
 Two serial ports
PCIe slots Two low-profile PCI-Express slots standard on each CPU- I / O enclosure
(standard)
See “PCIe Adapter Specifications” for details.
PCIe Adapter Specifications
Table A-2. ftServer 28x0, 48x0, 68x0 System Unit Specifications (Continued)
Additional PCI slots On ftServer 68x0 systems, each CPU- I / O enclosure supports one PCIe
riser with two full-height-capable PCIe slots.
On ftServer 48x0 systems, the PCIe riser is optional.
The PCIe riser is not supported on ftServer 28x0 systems.
See “PCIe Adapter Specifications” for details.
BMC One advanced system management module (Baseboard Management

Controller, or BMC) embedded in each CPU- I / O enclosure with one
10/100-Mbps Ethernet port dedicated to the BMC in each
CPU- I / O enclosure. BMCs include embedded Virtual Technician Module
(VTM) functionality.
Internal disk drives Up to eight Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) disks per CPU- I / O enclosure.
 For internal hard disk drives, up to eight per CPU- I / O enclosure are
supported.
 On ftServer 28x0, 48x0, and 6800 systems, up to four enterprise flash
drives (EFDs) per CPU- I / O enclosure are supported. However, you can
combine EFDs with hard disk drives for a total of eight drives per
CPU- I / O enclosure.
 On ftServer 6810 systems, up to eight EFDs per CPU- I / O enclosure are
supported.
DVD+/-R drive In the front panel, one drive that reads from CDs and DVDs.
PCIe Adapter Specifications

Two PCIe slots are standard on each CPU- I / O enclosure motherboard. In addition, a
PCIe riser that adds two slots per enclosure is standard on ftServer 68x0 systems and
optional on ftServer 48x0 systems. (The PCIe riser is not available on ftServer 28x0
systems.) Table A-3 lists the power and length specifications for PCI adapters.
Table A-3. PCIe Adapter Specifications
Power
PCI slot rating 10W maximum per PCI slot
Physical Dimensions
CPU- I / O enclosure Two low-profile PCIe slots

mother board
6.6 in (167.64 mm) maximum adapter length

AAP87600 PDU Specifications
Table A-3. PCIe Adapter Specifications (Continued)
Power
PCIe riser (standard on Two full-height-capable PCIe slots

ftServer 68x0 systems;
optional on ftServer Top riser slot (PCI 3): 6.6 in. (167.64 mm) maximum adapter
48x0 systems) length
Lower riser slot (PCI 4): 6.6 in. (167.64 mm) maximum adapter
length
Use only Stratus-approved PCI adapters in your Stratus system. Before approving an
adapter, Stratus thoroughly tests it to make sure that it interacts properly with Stratus
systems, including failover to a duplexed partner if an active adapter or CPU-I/O
enclosure fails or is removed from service. Customers who have attempted to use
inadequately tested PCI adapters in their systems have frequently experienced
problems that proved difficult to isolate and diagnose and resulted in delayed projects.
Stratus provides ftReady third-party PCI adapter testing and driver hardening services.
To find out more about these offerings, contact the Stratus Customer Assistance
Center (CAC) or your authorized Stratus service representative (see Getting Help in
the Preface or the http://www.stratus.com/go/support Web site).
You should thoroughly test any new PCI adapter, including adapters sold or approved
by Stratus, with your applications in a test environment before using it in a production
environment.
All Stratus-approved PCI adapters are submitted for Electromagnetic

Interference (EMI) and safety compliance. Other adapters will not have EMI and safety
approvals for use in an ftServer system.

A power distribution unit (PDU) optionally supplies power to rack-mounted ftServer
systems and optional rack-mountable components.
! WARNING
For important safety information about your PDUs, see
“PDU Safety Considerations” on page B-10.
Pour obtenir des informations importantes sur la sécurité
de vos unités de distribution de l’alimentation, consultez la
section “PDU Safety Considerations” on page B-10.
Figure A-3 shows the AAP87600 PDU.
Figure A-3. AAP87600 PDU
2
1
pdu007
1 Circuit breaker switch

2 AC input receptacle
3 AC outlet receptacles

Table A-4 lists the specifications for the AAP87600 PDU.
Table A-4. AAP87600 PDU: Specifications
Input Specifications
Power input Single phase, AC
Nominal input voltage; frequency 200–240 VAC; 50/60 Hz
Current† 16 amps
Input receptacle IEC 320/C20
Input protection‡ 16A, circuit breaker
Power dissipation§ 10W nom. @ 240 VAC
Panel indicators¶ LED, main, and TVS
Output Specifications
Power output†† 3.84 KVA, maximum
Output receptacle 8x - IEC 320/C13
PE ground‡‡ 1/4” - 20 threaded stud
Physical and Environmental Specifications
Overall size§§ Height: 1.72 in. (4.36 cm)

Width: 19.0 in. (48.26 cm)
Depth: 6.5 in. (16.51 cm)
Weight 5.7 lb (2.6 kg)
Operating temperature during 32 F (0 C) to 131 F (55 C)

operation
For every 800 ft (243.8m) above 2000 ft (609.6m), lower the
maximum operating temperature (95 F (35 C)) by 1.8 F
(1 C).
Maximum rate of temperature 54 F (12 C) per hour or 32.36 F (0.2 C) per minute
change during operation
Relative humidity during operation 10% to 80% (noncondensing)
Storage temperature to 40,000 ft -38 F to 140 F (-40 C to 60 C)

(12.2 km)
Relative humidity during storage 5% to 95% (noncondensing)
† Denotes a maximum continuous input current of 16A at 240 VAC.

‡ The circuit breaker is UL 489-listed and features a flat rocker front surface with an “Accidental Off”
feature. The circuit breaker has a delay curve similar to an AIRPAX™ LEG series, delay 62.
§ Power dissipation is the combination of heat loss due to wiring, input filter leakage, and LED
indicators.
¶ LEDs are turned off when TVS networks are disconnected from the circuitry because of overheating
caused by transient voltage conditions.
†† Output power is the combined power of the 8 outlets, which averages 2 amps/outlet at 240 VAC.
‡‡ Denotes Protective Earth Ground.
§§ Overall size includes the width of the mounting flanges. The PDU cabinet is sized for
EIA 19 in. (48.26 cm) rack installation.

Appendix B
Electrical Circuit and Wiring Information B-
For electrical circuit and wiring information that you need to provide to the contractor
and/or facilities personnel responsible for wiring the power at the system installation
site, see:
 “Fault Protection Requirements” on page B-1

 “Grounding Considerations” on page B-1
 “Circuit Wiring Diagrams” on page B-2
 “Electrical Power Connectors” on page B-9
 “PDU Safety Considerations” on page B-10
Fault Protection Requirements

Each enclosure in ftServer systems contains internal fault/overload current protection.
However, the system relies on the power distribution system at your site for protection
against potential faults in the power cords and the wiring in the system base.
System and PDU power cords must not be connected to a branch circuit greater
than 20A.
Grounding Considerations
The system obtains an earth reference ground through the power cords attached to the
system. Similarly, each peripheral device connected to the system obtains ground
through its power cord. You must ensure that a high-integrity safety-ground conductor
is installed as part of the wiring system (in accordance with U.S. national electric code
NFPA 70 or the equivalent). The international safety standard (EN60950) for electronic
data processing (EDP) equipment also requires a ground conductor, but calls it a
protective earth (PE) ground.
Depending upon local conditions, ground potentials may differ between the system
base and any peripheral devices connected to the system base. All grounds in the
system must return to the same reference point in the power distribution system, as
close as possible to zero (0) volt potential relative to earth reference ground. Earth
reference ground is typically a metal stake in the ground to which the ground
conductors from one or more buildings are attached.
Electrical Circuit and Wiring Information B-1
Circuit Wiring Diagrams
As shown in Figure B-1, a star ground is often used to obtain the same earth reference
ground. Each earth reference ground, such as the system base ground, is returned
separately to a common point where a zero-volt (0V) earth ground exists. The star
ground ensures that all equipment is at the same potential and that no noise or safety
problems associated with an unpredictable or uncharacterized grounding system will
occur.
Figure B-1. Star Ground Example
1 To monitor
2 To ftServer system
3 Earth reference ground (0V)

The following circuit wiring diagrams show how the hot, ground, and/or neutral AC
signals should be connected to the power input plugs of the system and optional
components:
 Figure B-4 illustrates a single-phase 120V AC circuit connection.

 Figure B-5 illustrates a single-phase 240V AC circuit connection.
 Figure B-6 illustrates a split-phase 120/240V AC circuit connection.
 Figure B-7 illustrates a three-phase 208V AC, Y-, or -source circuit connection,
phase-to-phase.
 Figure B-8 illustrates a three-phase 380V AC, Y-, or -source circuit connection,
phase-to-neutral.
In the following diagrams, the power inputs for ftServer 28x0, 48x0, and 68x0 systems
are labeled X and Y, as shown in Figure B-2 and Figure B-3, to eliminate any
ambiguities in the nomenclature. For single-phase applications, the X input is
B-2 Stratus ftServer 28x0, 48x0, and 68x0 Systems: Site Planning Guide (R684)
connected to the L (Line) hot input, and the Y input is connected to the N (Neutral)
input. However, for split-phase or three-phase applications, the X and Y inputs are
connected to L1, L2, or L3 (separate lines). Therefore, for split-phase or three-phase
applications, both X and Y can be electrically hot with respect to the system base (earth
reference ground). Figure B-2 shows the physical locations of the X and Y inputs on
the PDU, and Figure B-3 shows them on the system enclosure.
Figure B-2. PDU Power Input Labeling
Y X
G (PE)
PDU power input A or B (Face View)
Figure B-3. ftServer Enclosure Power Input Labeling
Y X
G (PE)
ftServer Enclosure power input A or B (Face View)

Figure B-4 shows a single-phase 120V AC circuit connection. Note that this application
requires a single-pole circuit breaker.
Figure B-4. Single-Phase 120V AC Circuit Connection
Circuit A or B L
120V
N
0V
G (PE)
Circuit Breaker
20A Maximum
Wall
Power Cord
X Y G (PE)
Figure B-5 shows a single-phase 240V AC circuit connection. Note that this application
requires a single-pole circuit breaker.
Figure B-5. Single-Phase 240V AC Circuit Connection
Circuit A or B L
240V
N
0V
G (PE)
Circuit Breaker: 20A maximum
PDU: 20A maximum
Wall
Power Cord
X Y G (PE)
To power input A or B

Figure B-6 shows a split-phase 120/240V AC circuit connection. Note that this
application requires a double-pole circuit breaker.
Figure B-6. Split-Phase 120/240 Volts AC Circuit Connection
L1
240V
Circuit A or B L2
120V
120V
N
0V
G (PE)
PDU: 20A maximum
Wall
Power Cord
X Y G (PE)
Figure B-7 shows a three-phase 208V AC, Y-, or -source circuit connection, which is
a phase-to-phase source connection. Note that the X and Y inputs on the system can
be connected from L1 and L2, L2 and L3, or L1 and L3. This application requires a
double-pole circuit breaker.
Figure B-7. Three-Phase 208V AC, Y-, or D-Source Circuit Connection, Phase-to-Phase
L1
208V
L2 120V
208V
Circuit A or B L3 120V
120V
N
0V
G (PE)
Circuit Breaker: 20A
PDU: 20A maximum
Wall
Power Cord
X Y G (PE)

Figure B-8 shows a three-phase 380V AC, Y-, or -source circuit connection, which is
a phase-to-neutral source connection. Note that the system’s X input can be connected
to L1, L2, or L3. This application requires a single-pole circuit breaker.
Figure B-8. Three-Phase 380V AC, Y-, or D-Source Circuit Connection, Phase-to-Neutral
L1
380V
L2
220V
380V
Circuit A or B L3 220V
220V
N
0V
G (PE)
PDU: 20A maximum
Wall
Power Cord
X Y G (PE)
Electrical Power Connectors
Electrical Power Connectors

Table B-1 describes the connectors required by the AC power cords that Stratus
supplies with ftServer systems and optional devices.
Table B-1. Connectors for AC Power Outlets
Connector Configuration Rating Description
NEMA L6-20 20A, 250 volts AC 2-pole, 3-wire
NEMA 5-15 15A, 125 volts AC 2-pole, 3-wire
CEE (7) VII 20A, 250 volts AC 2-pole, 3-wire
IEC 60309 16-20A, 250 volts AC 2-pole, 3-wire

(formerly
IEC 309)
SABS 16A, 250 volts AC 2-pole, 3-wire

164-1:1992

PDU Safety Considerations
Table B-1. Connectors for AC Power Outlets (Continued)
Connector Configuration Rating Description
BS 1363/A 13A, 250 volts AC 2-pole, 3-wire
SEV 10A, 250 volts AC 2-pole, 3-wire

1011-S24507
SAA/3/15 15A, 250 volts AC 2-pole, 3-wire

AS/NZS
3112-1993
GB1002-1996 10A, 250 volts AC 2 pole, 3-wire

This section describes some important safety considerations for PDUs.
A PDU provides for the reliable distribution of power via eight outlets. When installed
into a standard EIA 19-inch data, security, or industrial control rack, the PDU provides
up to 3.84 kilowatts of filtered power to the system.
The PDU’s input is filtered to reduce emissions in Information Technology (IT)

applications and provides at least 30 decibels of common-mode noise reduction. It
provides even greater differential noise reduction between the frequency ranges of
1 to 10 MHz. In addition, the PDU contains thermally protected transient voltage
suppression (TVS) networks, which clamp common mode and differential mode
voltage transients with up to 170 joules of energy content. The PDU is also equipped
with LEDs that are lit green if the main power input is present and if the TVS networks
are ready and functional.
Transient voltages are unpredictable. The amount of energy associated with them
varies greatly depending on amplitude and duration. This PDU with its 170-joule rating
is designed to be effective at the equipment rack level. It should be part of a layered
protection system, coordinated with higher energy-level protective devices such as AC
distribution TVS devices, UPS systems with TVS devices, and building-level protective
devices, including active or passive devices such as isolation transformers. In the event
of a high voltage transient, the PDU TVS network will activate, clamping the voltage to
protect the load. Based on the amplitude and duration of these abnormal events, higher
source currents can trip the branch circuit breaker, leaving the PDU without an input
source.
NOTICE
TVS devices have a finite life expectancy and wear out
when subjected to input voltage transients. If either LED is
off, the PDU's transient protection is not guaranteed and
you should replace the PDU.
Be careful when specifying amperage and delay parameters for the branch circuit
breaker that provides power to the PDU. Selection of circuit breakers in an electrical
power system should be specified so that when an abnormal condition exists, the
breaker closest to the abnormality in the distribution path trips before the larger
upstream circuit breaker. This isolates and limits service interruption only to the branch
experiencing the problem. The coordination of protective devices, especially in a
continuous availability server environment, should be designed by an appropriately
experienced engineering service.
! CAUTION
High current leakage conditions exist when using a PDU
because multiple loads are connected to a common
source. Use only the locking line cords supplied with the
PDU.
! MISE EN GARDE
Il existe un risque élevé de fuite de courant lorsqu’une
PDU est utilisée, car plusieurs charges sont reliées à une
source commune. Utilisez uniquement les cordons
d’alimentation dotés d’un système de verrouillage fournis
avec la PDU.

! WARNING
Do not connect the power supply until the PDU has a
proper earth reference ground.
Ne branchez pas l’alimentation électrique tant que la PDU
a été correctement mise à la terre.
Appendix C
Standards Compliance C-
For compliance information, see the following:
 “Electronic Interference, Immunity, Safety, and Noise Level Standards

Compliance” on page C-1
 “Toxic and Hazardous Substances and Elements Disclosure” on page C-4
Electronic Interference, Immunity, Safety, and Noise Level

Standards Compliance
Table C-1 lists the general electromagnetic interference (EMI), immunity, safety, and
noise regulations. All necessary agency labels are on the system.
NOTES
1. This system must be configured with the components
listed and described in the product configuration
specifications. Deviations from this list of components
will void agency certification.
2. You must install all wiring, including power and
communications cables, in compliance with local and
national electrical code (in the United States, national
electrical code NFPA 70). In addition, you must use
shielded communications cables to remain in
compliance with Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) and other international
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) regulations.
3. All EMC emissions compliance tests are performed at
a third-party certified test laboratory.
4. The ftServer models described in this manual may not
conform to the compliance standards for all of the
countries listed in Table C-1. For specific compliance
information, contact your product manager.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
Electronic Interference, Immunity, Safety, and Noise Level Standards Compliance
reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in

a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction
manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the
user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
NOTICE
Changes or modification to the product could void the
user's authority to operate the equipment.
Table C-1. Compliance Standards for ftServer Systems
Standard Title Country
EN 55022, Class A Limits and methods of measurement of radio European Union

interference characteristics of Information
Technology Equipment
EN 55024, Class A Information Technology Equipment - European Union

Immunity characteristics - Limits and
methods of measurement
EN 61000-3-2, Class A Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) – Part European Union

3-2: Limits – Limits for harmonic current
emissions (equipment input current <= 16 A
per phase)
EN 61000-3-3, Class A Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) – Part European Union

3-3: Limits – Limits of voltage changes,
voltage fluctuations and flicker in public
low-voltage supply systems (equipment
input current <= 16 A per phase)
EN 60950-1 Safety of Information Technology Equipment European Union
CB SCHEME IEC 60950-1 Safety of Information Technology Equipment International
UL 60950-1, CSA C22.2 No. Safety of Information Technology Equipment Certified to US and
60950-1-03 Canada standards
CISP22, Class A Information Technology Equipment: Radio International

disturbance characteristics
FCC CFR47, Part 15, Code of Federal Regulations, Radio North America
Class A Frequency Devices
AS/NZS CISPR 22, Class A Information Technology Equipment - Radio Australia and New
Disturbance Characteristics - Limits and Zealand
Methods of Measurement
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Electronic Interference, Immunity, Safety, and Noise Level Standards Compliance
Table C-1. Compliance Standards for ftServer Systems (Continued)
Standard Title Country
ICES-003, Class A Electronic Emissions from Data Processing Canada

Equipment and Electronic Office Machines
NOM-0190SCFI-1998 Data processing equipment safety Mexico
EAC Safety of Information Technology Customs Union

Equipment, Electronic Emissions and
Immunity
CISPR 22, Class A Certificate of Compliance with the Radio South Africa
Regulations
KC, Class A Technical Requirements for EMI Safety for South Korea
ITE
CCC, Class A CCC Qualification (EMC/Safety) China
VCCI, Class A Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Japan

Information Technology Equipment
BSMI, Class A Information technology equipment - Radio Taiwan

disturbance characteristics
VCCI Note
BSMI Note

Toxic and Hazardous Substances and Elements Disclosure
Energy Star Note

As defined by the EPA ENERGYSTAR Program Requirements for Computer Servers,
Tier 1 requirements, this server is defined as a “Fully Fault Tolerant Server.” Presently
there are no defined requirements, and this category of servers is ineligible to receive
an Energy Star rating. As such there are no sales restrictions for local or federal
agencies.

ftServer 28x0, 48x0, and 68x0 systems are compliant with the European Union’s
Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (RoHS).
Figure C-1 shows the toxic and hazardous substances and elements for Taiwan.
Figure C-1. Toxic and Hazardous Substances/Elements and Their Content: Taiwan
! WARNING
The lithium battery contains perchlorate material. Special
handling may apply. See
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
La batterie au lithium contient des matières au
perchlorate. Une manipulation spécifique peut
s’appliquer. Voir le site
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.

Index Index-
A NEMA 5-15, B-9

NEMA L6-20, B-9
AC power service requirements, 2-2
SAA/3/15 AS/NZS 3112-1993, B-10
APC UPS, 2-10
SABS 164-1:1992, B-9
PowerChute Network Shutdown, 2-8
SEV 1011-S24507, B-10
AS/NZS 3112-1993 connector, B-10
current requirements, from PDU, 5-2
A-side power source, 2-1
Customer Assistance Center. See CAC
ASN, site planning, 3-3, 4-8
D
B
dust contamination, 3-2
BMC, A-7
BS connector
1363/A, B-10 E
B-side power source, 2-1 earth reference ground, B-1
electrical
C connectors, B-9
grounding, B-1
cabinets
power planning, 2-1
configuration planning, 5-1, 5-5
wiring, B-1
requirements, 6-1
embedded Ethernet ports, 4-5, A-3
specifications, A-4
EMC storage systems, 1-5, 4-2
cables
environmental requirements
Ethernet, 4-5
maximum rate of temperature change, A-5
Fibre Channel, 4-2, 4-3
operating humidity, A-5
planning for, 3-3, 4-1
storage humidity, A-5
telephone, 3-3
Ethernet cables, 4-5
CAC, getting assistance, 1-2
CEE connector
(7) VII, B-9 F
checklist for site planning, 1-2 Fibre Channel
circuit, electrical cables, 4-3
planning information, B-1 connections, 4-2
wiring diagrams, B-2 switches electrical requirements, 2-3
communications cables ftScalable Storage systems
planning for, 4-1 Ethernet cables, 4-7
compliance, standards, C-1 Ethernet connections, 4-5
connectors, electrical, B-9 management PC, 4-5
BS 1363/A, B-10
CEE (7) VII, B-9
GB1002-1996, B-10
IEC 60309, B-9
Index-1
Index
G PDUs
configuration planning, 5-1
GB connector
power (jumper) cables, 2-12
GB1002-1996, B-10
power cords, 2-12
grounding the system, 2-13, 6-2, B-1
safety considerations, B-10
site planning, A-9
H specifications, A-10
hubs, network, 3-3 usage calculation
sample, 5-4
I worksheets, 5-4
power (AC)
IEC connector button, A-2
60309, B-9 cords
monitors, 2-10
J storage enclosures, 2-10
systems, 2-10
jacks, Ethernet, 3-3
tape-drive enclosures, 2-10
electrical requirements, 2-2
M service requirements, 2-2, 2-4, 2-5
management PC A-side, 2-4, 2-5
for ftScalable Storage systems, 4-5, 4-7 B-side, 2-4, 2-5
memory, A-6 sources, 2-1
monitor (VGA) port, A-3 direct, 2-6
monitors UPS, 2-9
power cords, 2-10 system connections, illustrated, 2-6
requirements, 6-5 UPS connections, illustrated, 2-9
wall outlets, 2-4, 3-3
N PowerChute Network Shutdown, 2-8
protective earth ground, B-1
NEMA connector
5-15, B-9
R
L6-20, B-9
network (Ethernet) cables, 4-5 racks
network management card, UPS, 2-8 configuration planning, 5-1, 5-5
requirements, 6-1
O removing power, 1-8
room requirements, 3-1
optical Fibre Channel connections, 4-2
S
P
SAA/3/15 AS/NZS connector
PCIe adapters 3112-1993, B-10
U112A, 4-2, 4-3 SABS connector
U113, 4-4 164-1:1992, B-9
U114, 4-2 safety notices, 1-8
U115, 4-6, 4-7 serial ports, A-6
U117, 4-4 service requirements, AC-power, 2-2
PCIe slots, A-6 SEV connector
1011-S24507, B-10
Index-2 Stratus ftServer 28x0, 48x0, and 68x0 Systems: Site Planning Guide (R684)
Index
single-phase circuit connections U115 PCIe Ethernet adapters, 4-6, 4-7

120 V AC, B-4 U117 PCIe Ethernet adapters, 4-4
240 V AC, B-5 uninterruptible power supply (UPS). See UPS
site planning UPS, 2-10
checklist, 1-2 network communication hardware, 2-8
overview, 1-1 network communication software, 2-8
space planning, 3-1 network management card, 2-8
cables, 3-3 rack system connections, 2-9
future expansion, 3-2 USB ports
room requirements, 3-1 front, A-2
specifications rear, A-3
AC power, 2-2
cabinet, A-4 V
PDUs, A-10
rack-mountable system, A-1 VGA (monitor) port, A-3
split-phase circuit connections VTM ports, A-3
120–240 V AC, B-6 VTMs, A-7
standards compliance, C-1 cables, 4-6
star ground, B-2
Stratus Customer Assistance Center. See CAC W
switches wiring, electrical, B-1
circuit breaker
PDU, A-9
Ethernet
cable planning, 3-3, 4-6, 4-7
site network, 3-3
system power cords, 2-10
system specifications
rack-mounted systems, A-1
T
tape-drive enclosures
power cords, 2-10
technical support. See CAC
telephone lines, 4-8
for ASN modem, 1-3
for support calls, 4-8
telephones
for support calls, 1-3
three-phase circuit connections
208 V AC, B-7
380 V AC, B-8
transient voltages, B-11
U
U112A PCIe Fibre Channel adapters, 4-2, 4-3
U113 PCIe Ethernet adapters, 4-4
U114 PCIe SAS adapters, 4-2
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Stratus® ftServer® 28x0, 48x0, and 68x0 Systems:

Site Planning Guide

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Publication Date: February 2017

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2. Electrical Power Planning 2-1

3. Space Planning 3-1

4. Communications Line Planning 4-1

Connections from Storage Systems to ftServer Systems 4-2

5. Rack Configuration Planning 5-1

6. Cabinet and Monitor Requirements 6-1

Appendix A. System Specifications A-1

Appendix B. Electrical Circuit and Wiring Information B-1

Appendix C. Standards Compliance C-1

Figure 2-1. System Connected Directly to AC Power 2-6

Table 1-1. Ethernet PCIe Adapters 1-4

Table A-4. AAP87600 PDU: Specifications A-10

 ftServer 2810, 4810, 6810 systems

Warnings, Cautions, Notices, and Notes

In the System Properties dialog box, click the Hardware tab.

Call the RegisterDeviceNotification function.

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Pass a pointer for the NotificationFilter parameter

To display the state of a CPU enclosure, type a command in the following

If you type /opt/ft/bin/ftsmaint ls 0 at the prompt, the following

 Online documentation at the StrataDOC Web site. Stratus provides

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 “Site Planning Overview” on page 1-1

Site Planning Overview

 Purchasing an appropriate cabinet and monitor

 Electrical power planning

Provide an environment that meets the system’s requirements for ambient

 Communications line planning

 Rack space planning

The Stratus ActiveService Network

Site Planning Checklist

Planning for ASN Connectivity

Planning for Network Connectivity

Table 1-1. Ethernet PCIe Adapters

Adapter Number of Ports

Embedded Dual-Port 1GbE Base-T Ethernet PCI-Express 4

Embedded Dual-Port 10-Gigabit Ethernet PCI-Express

U113 Dual-Port 10/100/1000 Base-T Ethernet PCI-Express

U115 Dual-Port 10-Gbps Base-T Ethernet PCI-Express

U117 Dual-Port Fiber 10-Gbps Ethernet PCI-Express Adapter

Total Number of Ports

Planning for External Storage Options

❏ Set up your system to communicate with a UPS.

Planning for Optional Components

Planning Space for Your System

On the sketch, show the following:

 Location of the system and its external components

Working with Other Groups

Table 1-2. ftServer 28x0, 48x0, and 68x0 System Documentation

Use the Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI)

Remove and replace CRUs, including PCI adapters

Table 1-3 lists additional documentation for Windows-based systems.