Introduction
Customer Responsibilities
Customer Responsibilities
The customer is responsible for planning and preparing a suitable
environment for the installation and operation of a complete computer
system. The Hewlett-Packard CE will be available to assist you
throughout the planning and preparation for, and the installation of,
your system.
If computers are new to your site, you will need to pay particular
attention to the following items:
• Local building codes
• Local electrical codes
• Local safety codes
• Space and weight limitations/system accessibility
• Environmental requirements (temperature, humidity, etc.)
• Electrical and grounding requirements
If your computer is to be installed in an existing computer room, you
should analyze the following items and integrate them into your site
plan:
• Available space
• Environmental requirements
• Electrical requirements
Local Codes
Special local codes exist in some locations which regulate the installation
of computer equipment. The customer is responsible for making sure
their computer system installation is in compliance with all local laws,
regulations, and codes for mechanical, building, and electrical
distribution systems prior to system installation. The Hewlett-Packard
CE can assist you in determining your local regulations.
Data Communications Equipment
The customer is responsible for ordering and installing all required data
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