Site Preparation Checklist - Teradata IntelliCloud

Teradata® IntelliCloud™ Data Center Preparation Guide

Product
Teradata IntelliCloud
Published
October 2019
Language
English (United States)
Last Update
2019-10-02
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Product Category
Cloud
Hardware
Completed Tasks
Final System Configuration
  Finalize the project plan.
  Provide adequate space, power, AC, and security.
  Design data center to be in a single physical location.
  Identify crossover bridges on the floor plan. Crossover bridges are required.
  Determine whether to use cages. Cages are not required.
Remote Connectivity
  Finalize the network connectivity interface design.
 

Confirm outbound network access for FTP.

  Verify the security settings.
  Use shielded cable connections to outside networks, unless you are using optical Ethernet. Failure to use a shielded cable may invalidate the regularly compliance of the product.
Power Planning
  Calculate total power, in watts or kilowatts, for the system.
  Calculate the total data center power capacity.
  Determine a plan for adequate power capacity and power redundancy.
  Confirm the data center has appropriate type and number of receptacles for all the system cabinets. Show this on the floor plan.
  Verify multiple power feeds for redundancy.
  Determine whether the data center has UPS units or street power.
  Confirm that the AC boxes can be connected to different power sources, and the power sources can be connected to different PDU panels. The floor plan must show how dual power is connected to each cabinet.
Expansion Planning
 

Plan for any future expansion now. Future systems generally require more space (ft2/cabinet) than the current one.

Servicing Clearances
  Calculate front and rear clearances. Refer to Cabinet Footprint and Clearances.
Floor Layout Guidelines
  Allocate floor space.
  If you want to use a containment environment or non-raised floor environment for the data center, you must consult with Teradata. A detailed site survey and analysis is required to determine the proper equipment layouts to meet the stated environmental requirements for the system.
  Calculate the floor tile capacity.
  Determine the weight limit.
  Verify that the floor loading is adequate for the system.
Unloading, Uncrating, and Entry Route
  Verify that dock/delivery access is adequate.
  Determine whether a liftgate truck or raised dock is required to unload the system.
  Determine whether there is open access to the system floor (doors/ramps/elevators/appropriate floor covering).
  Confirm the access path to the system floor is unobstructed, large enough, and strong enough (floor loading) to accommodate system cabinets.
  Determine whether the ramps are steeper than 10°.
  Determine whether a pallet jack is available for moving the crates.
Tile Cutouts for Cables
  Confirm the floor has adequate tiles with appropriate cutouts large enough to accommodate cables.
 

Verify that cutout edges are protected to prevent cable damage.

Cutout size must be minimal. Brush-sealed tile cutouts are strongly recommended to prevent cold air from coming through.
Environmental
  Refer to Environmental Elements.
Cabling
 

The floor plans must show cabling scheme and cable routing.

Network cabling is at the top of the cabinets; power cabling is at the bottom.

Mainframe connectivity is to the Ecosystem cabinet.

  Determine where cables are being laid.
  Determine whether certain areas or other cables need to be avoided.
  Make sure the sub-floor area is clean and free from obstructions.
LAN Connectivity
  Confirm that a broadband connection in and out of the building is available for Teradata use. Provide your LAN IP addresses, subnet mask, and aliases to be used at installation. Include router information. This information is also needed for the private LAN for the BAR solution, if applicable.