TS 26:6 - noise from IT equipment
Statskontoret Technical Standard TS 26:6 "Acoustical Noise Emission of Information Technology Equipment" specifies how to measure, declare and verify noise emission values of information technology equipment and also recommends acceptable upper limits for declared A-weighted sound power levels. Originally from Sweden it is widely used internationally when purchasing IT equipment.
Example from Table 1 - Recommended upper limits of declared A-weighted sound power level:
For a Deskside computers, workstations to be used in quiet office areas, classrooms, conference rooms and home environment
Operating: LWAd should not exceed 5,3 B
Idle: : LWAd should not exceed 4,8 B
