Chapter 2
System Specifications
Environmental Requirements
73
Airflow
HP Integrity Superdome/sx2000 systems require the cabinet air intake temperature to be between 15
ο
C and
32
ο
C (59
ο
F and 89.6
ο
F) at 2900 CFM.
Figure 2-2 illustrates the location of the inlet and outlet air ducts on a single cabinet.
NOTE Approximately 5 percent of the system airflow is drawn from the rear of the system and exits
the top of the system.
Figure 2-2 Airflow Diagram
A thermal report for the HP Integrity Superdome/sx2000 server is provided in Table 2-17 on page 74.
Airflow exit (2600 CFM)
Airflow exit (300 CFM)
Air flows front to rear (2750 CFM)