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Power and space are important considerations when planning an installation. Underspecifying the power requirements can cause overload and overheating issues. Consider the total weight of the rack. A fully loaded EX5000 ECS appliance weighs more than a ton. Due to the density of ECS hardware, ECS might have unique requirements such as custom rack size, depth, cable management, and brackets, which some locations might not be typically equipped with. Knowledge of the power and space requirements helps in alleviating issues and planning for future growth.
You must use the documentation and tools that are referenced in Planning documentation and tools to ensure that installation locations within the data center are compatible with requirements. Adhering to the requirements outlined in the documentation assists facilities in supporting ECS.
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