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A computer to serve as a management workstation
Preparing the Site and Rack
There are specific site and rack requirements for the NetScaler appliance. You must
make sure that adequate environmental control and power density are available. Racks
must be bolted to the ground, have sufficient airflow, and have adequate power and
network connections. Preparing the site and rack are important steps in the installation
process and help ensure a smooth installation.
Site Requirements
The appliance should be installed in a server room or server cabinet with the following
features:
Environment control
An air conditioner, preferably a dedicated computer room air conditioner (CRAC),
capable of maintaining the cabinet or server room at a temperature of no more than
21 degrees C/70 degrees F at altitudes of up to 2100 m/7000 ft, or 15 degrees C/60
degrees F at higher altitudes, a humidity level no greater than 45 percent, and a
dust-free environment.
Power density
Wiring capable of handling at least 4,000 watts per rack unit in addition to power
needs for the CRAC.
Rack Requirements
The rack on which you install your appliance should meet the following criteria:
Rack characteristics
Racks should be either integrated into a purpose-designed server cabinet or be the
floor-to-ceiling type, bolted down at both top and bottom to ensure stability. If you
have a cabinet, it should be installed perpendicular to a load-bearing wall for
stability and sufficient airflow. If you have a server room, your racks should be
installed in rows spaced at least 1 meter/3 feet apart for sufficient airflow. Your rack
must allow your IT personnel unfettered access to the front and back of each server
and to all power and network connections.
Power connections
At minimum, two standard power outlets per unit.
Network connections
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