Description
Power, protection, and precision for critical IT gear housed in APC NetShelter enclosures. The APC NetShelter 42-Outlets PDU is an Advanced Switched Power Distribution Unit designed for data-center-grade deployments, delivering reliable power to servers, storage, switches, and other rack-mounted devices. With 42 individually controllable outlets, three-phase 415V input, and an impressive 11.5 kW capacity, this PDU scales with your growing data center needs. Remote management, real-time metering, and a built-in local display give you complete visibility and control to boost uptime, optimize energy use, and streamline capacity planning. From compact IT closets to expanding data centers, the NetShelter 42-Outlets PDU is a cornerstone of modern rack power management, helping you accelerate maintenance, prevent overloads, and drive efficient operations.
- Switched outlets for remote control: Each of the 42 outlets can be turned on or off remotely, enabling maintenance, reboot sequences, and energy management without physical access to the rack. This capability minimizes downtime and simplifies routine servicing in busy environments.
- PDU-level power metering: Real-time visibility into voltage, current, power, and energy trends at the source of your IT gear. Use the data to optimize load distribution, forecast capacity, and prevent performance bottlenecks before they occur.
- High-capacity three-phase power: Designed for dense deployments, this PDU operates on 3-phase 415V input with a 20A rating, delivering up to 11.5 kW of power to IT equipment while maintaining efficient, controlled power delivery inside your NetShelter enclosure.
- Local display and smart protections: The built-in on-device display offers instant visibility into current power metrics and outlet status, while proactive overload awareness and alerts help protect critical devices and maintain uptime.
- Seamless NetShelter integration: Engineered to fit cleanly inside APC NetShelter rack enclosures, providing a tidy, secure, and scalable power distribution solution for servers, storage, switches, and PDUs within a single, organized footprint.
Technical Details of APC NetShelter 42-Outlets PDU
- Model/SKU: APC NetShelter 42-Outlets PDU, SKU 520P6
- Outlet count: 42 outlets to support a broad range of rack-mounted devices and flexible power provisioning
- Remote-outlet control: Switched outlets enable remote power cycling to troubleshoot, reboot, and manage devices without on-site intervention
- Power metering: PDU-level monitoring delivers visibility into voltage, current, power, and energy trends for better capacity planning
- Local display: Built-in display provides real-time power metrics and outlet status directly at the rack for quick checks
- Overload prevention: Alerting and monitoring features help prevent overload scenarios and protect critical IT gear
- Rack integration: Specifically designed for seamless installation inside APC NetShelter rack enclosures to maintain a tidy, secure rack ecosystem
- Input and power rating: 3-phase 415V input, 20A, with an approximate 11.5 kW maximum load capacity
How to install APC NetShelter 42-Outlets PDU
- Step 1: Verify compatibility with your APC NetShelter rack and enclosure dimensions to ensure a proper fit and secure mounting.
- Step 2: Power down the rack area and prepare the rack by removing any existing equipment or plates that might interfere with mounting.
- Step 3: Attach the PDU to the rack rails using the provided mounting brackets and secure with screws to ensure a solid, vibration-free installation.
- Step 4: Connect the PDU input to your three-phase 415V power source, ensuring correct wiring and adherence to electrical codes and safety procedures.
- Step 5: Route and organize cables to maximize airflow and accessibility, keeping power and data lines separate where possible to minimize interference.
- Step 6: Power on the PDU and configure remote management settings, including outlet mapping, metering options, and alert thresholds for overload and fault conditions.
- Step 7: Verify that all outlets respond to remote control, confirm real-time metrics on the local display, and test interworking with your monitoring system for end-to-end visibility.
Frequently asked questions
- Q: Is this PDU compatible with APC NetShelter enclosures?
- A: Yes. The 42-Outlets PDU is specifically designed for seamless installation inside APC NetShelter rack enclosures.
- Q: How many outlets does the PDU have?
- A: It provides 42 individually controlled outlets to support dense IT deployments.
- Q: Does it support remote outlet control?
- A: Yes. Outlets can be switched on or off remotely to facilitate maintenance, reboot sequences, and energy management without on-site access.
- Q: What kind of metering does it offer?
- A: The PDU offers real-time PDU-level power metering, including voltage, current, power, and energy trends to aid capacity planning and uptime optimization.
- Q: What power rating does it support?
- A: The unit is designed for 3-phase 415V input at 20A, with an approximate maximum load capacity of 11.5 kW.
- Q: Is there a local display?
- A: Yes. A built-in local display provides immediate visibility into power metrics and outlet status at the rack.
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