Use the following checklist as a guideline to complete the required tasks for site preparation.
Table 1: Site Preparation Task List
Done Task Comments and Reference
Initiate customer site prep discussion/meeting
Site ID created For information on Site ID creation, go to: http://tdcsprod1.teradata.com/cis/ cisindex.aspx
Final system configuration For new or expansion systems, need to provide for adequate space, power, AC, and security.
For a replacement system, determine if new system can swap in to the existing system's place. If not, is an upgrade required, or is there a need to provide additional space, power, AC, and security.
Plan for expansion Is expansion anticipated in the near future? If yes, refer to Physical Specifications for Site Planning for the anticipated system size.
Note: Future systems generally require more space (ft2/cabinet) than the
current one.
Servicing clearances What are the front and rear clearances?
Refer to Cabinet Footprint and Clearances: 24 x 43 Inch Rack. Floor loading What is the floor tile capacity?
What is the weight limit?
What are static and dynamic loading capacities? Is the floor loading adequate for the system? Refer to Weight and Floor Loading. Unloading, uncrating, and entry
route considerations Is dock/delivery access adequate?
Is a liftgate truck or raised dock required to unload the system?
Is there an area large enough to uncrate the systems near the delivery dock? Is there open access to the system floor (doors/ramps/elevators/appropriate floor covering)?
Done Task Comments and Reference
Is the access path to the system floor unobstructed, large enough, and strong enough (floor loading) to accommodate system cabinets?
Note: No ramp steeper than 10°.
Will a pallet jack be available to move the crates? Are there arrangements for crate disposal or return?
Note: Usually, the carrier will take the crates and packing.
Refer to Delivery and Installation.
Tile cutouts for cables Does the customer have adequate tiles with appropriate cutouts? Are cutout edges protected to prevent cable damage?
Caution: Cutout size must be minimal, and brush sealed tile cutouts are strongly recommended.
Refer to Site Environmental Planning.
Cooling requirements in BTU/hr Refer to Site Environmental Planning for measurements. Floor plan: Environmental Refer to Site Environmental Planning.
Floor plan: Power Does the customer have multiple power feeds? The system requires multiple power feeds for redundancy.
Does the customer have site UPS units or street power? Does the floor plan show electrical outlets?
Will the orange and blue AC boxes be connected to different power sources? Will the power sources be connected to different PDU panels?
Does the floor plan show how dual power is connected to each cabinet? Refer to Site Wiring Options for Dual AC.
Floor plan: TMS cabinet Does the floor plan allocate space for the Teradata Managed Server cabinet? Floor plan: Cabling Does the floor plan show cabling scheme and cable routing?
Refer to Cables and the Cabling and Chassis Ports appendix in the Hardware
Installation Guide for your system.
Caution: Cable lengths need to be calculated before actual cabling. Cabling considerations What is the customer's cabling scheme?
Does the customer use cable trays? If yes, can we use the same trays? Teradata does not provide cable trays.
Do we know where we are laying cables?
Do we need to avoid certain areas or other cables?
Is the sub-floor area clean and free from obstructions? Inspect under raised floor; if necessary, have customer clean before installation.
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Done Task Comments and Reference
Are we providing adequate cable lengths?
Refer to Cables and the Cabling and Chassis Ports appendix in the Hardware
Installation Guide for your system.
Power capacity What is the total calculated power in watts or kilowatts for the whole system? What is the total power capacity at the site?
Is there a power plan with regard to adequate power capacity and power redundancy?
Has the power capacity issue been discussed with the customer? For power requirement calculation, refer to Power Consumption.
Power receptacles Does the customer have the appropriate type and number of receptacles for all of the system cabinets?
Refer to Input Power Plugs and Receptacles. Host Channel Adapter (HCA)
connectivity Does the customer require a mainframe connection?
If so, are the nodes and/or cabinets that are designated for ESCON or FICON connections identified in the floor planning?
The customer must be told where to connect to the Teradata system, cable lengths, and how many connections. The customer is required to purchase cables. Refer to Network Cables and Hardware.
Determine/provide host channel connection information (CUAs), if applicable. The customer will need to make sure they plan to define the IOGEN and MVS devices.
LAN connectivity New systems are staged with default class “A” LAN address “39” (i.e. 39.x.x.x). Alternate default is “44” (i.e. 44.x.x.x). Verify that default LAN addresses will not conflict with site’s existing LAN address. If so, specify use of alternate default.
Is broadband connection in and out of the building available for Teradata’s use? Determine/provide customer 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.
Remote connectivity discussion Engage the customer on issues of remote connectivity, including: • ServiceLink access? Encourage this.
• Network access outbound for FTP? • Phone/phone line for modem? • Security?
For information on remote connectivity requirements, go to: http:// iis.teradatanet.teradata.com/CSDW-IT/index.asp.
Note: Connection from the product to an outside network (customer LAN,
public LAN, etc.) must be done with a shielded cable (unless optical Ethernet is used). Failure to use a shielded cable may invalidate the regulatory compliance of the product.
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Done Task Comments and Reference
BAR (backup and restore) Does this installation include a new Teradata BAR solution? If so, • Will this system be connected to an existing Teradata BAR solution? • Will an existing Teradata BAR solution be upgraded?
• What is the connection type: Fibre Channel or parallel SCSI? • How many connections are needed?
Spare parts location/space On-site spare parts are optional. Consult with the TSC (Teradata Sales Consultant).
Are additional site spares ordered?
Teradata provides the spare parts storage cabinet. Does the customer have any issue with Teradata providing this cabinet?
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