Description
HPE G2 P9R86A 24-Outlet PDU
Power, reliability, and oversight converge in the HPE G2 P9R86A 24-Outlet PDU. This metered PDU is engineered to work precisely with HPE infrastructure and compute solutions, delivering highly accurate, billing‑grade power distribution and energy metering for racks in data centers and enterprise IT environments. The G2 Advanced Series sets a new standard for reliability, visibility, and cost control by providing comprehensive power data, robust protection, and seamless integration with your existing HPE ecosystem. Whether you’re managing a single rack or a dense, multi-rack deployment, the P9R86A helps you optimize energy usage, simplify chargebacks, and maximize uptime without sacrificing performance.
- Billing-grade metering and precise energy data: The HPE G2 P9R86A delivers real-time measurements of voltage, current, and power with high accuracy, enabling accurate chargeback, energy budgeting, and sustainability reporting. With per-outlet and total usage data, IT and finance can monitor consumption at granular detail and identify opportunities to reduce waste while maintaining peak performance for critical workloads.
- High-density 24-outlet configuration: Designed for dense rack environments, this PDU consolidates power distribution into a compact footprint. Its outlet arrangement supports clean cable routing and unobstructed accessibility for maintenance, while the metered design links usage to individual circuits for smarter capacity planning and fault isolation without cluttering the rack.
- Seamless integration with HPE infrastructure: Built to harmonize with HPE compute and storage solutions, the G2 PDU integrates with HPE management tools and DCIM ecosystems. This enables centralized monitoring, unified dashboards, and consistent power policies across your HPE footprint, simplifying deployment and reducing administrative overhead.
- Remote monitoring, alerts, and management-ready data: In addition to metering, the G2 PDU offers robust remote monitoring capabilities and alerting for voltage fluctuations, current spikes, or outlet overloads. It feeds data into DCIM platforms and automation systems, helping IT teams respond proactively, optimize energy use, and maintain compliance with internal and external standards.
- Reliability, protection, and long-term value: Built for data-center-grade durability, the PDU provides electrical protections and reliable operation under varying load conditions. The design emphasizes efficient heat management and supports secure firmware updates and remote management, delivering dependable power distribution that protects valuable IT assets and extends rack life.
Technical Details of HPE G2 P9R86A 24-Outlet PDU
- SKU: P9R86A
- PDU Type: Advanced Series G2 Metered PDU
- Outlets: 24
- Metering: Billing-grade energy metering with real-time measurements for per-outlet and total usage
- Mounting: 1U rack-mount configuration
- Compatibility: Designed to work with HPE infrastructure and compute solutions
- Monitoring: Supports remote monitoring and alerting suitable for DCIM integration
How to Install HPE G2 P9R86A 24-Outlet PDU
- Plan and prepare: Assess your rack layout, ensure adequate rear clearance for cooling, and identify the power circuits that will feed the PDU. Confirm voltage and current requirements align with your data center feed to avoid overloads and ensure optimal measurement accuracy.
- Rack mounting: Remove the rack screws and cage nuts as needed, align the PDU with the 19-inch rack rails, and secure it in place with screws. Verify that the unit is level and firmly mounted to prevent any movement during maintenance or cabling changes.
- Power connections: Connect the PDU’s input power cord to the appropriate power distribution circuit or outlet in your rack. Ensure proper cable management so the power cord and outlets remain accessible for maintenance and inspections.
- Device connection: Plug servers, switches, storage devices, and other rack equipment into the PDU’s 24 outlets. Label outlets or outlet groups to support accurate chargebacks and straightforward maintenance workflows.
- Configure metering and integration: If applicable, configure network settings for remote monitoring (IP address, SNMP or vendor-specific management interfaces) and enable alert thresholds. Integrate the PDU with your DCIM, asset management, and energy reporting systems to capture and visualize power data alongside other environmental metrics.
- Validation and testing: Power on connected devices and verify that metering readings appear in your management tools. Check that all outlets function correctly and that no outlet shows signs of overloading. Test alerting by triggering a threshold to confirm notifications are delivered properly.
- Documentation: Update rack diagrams, outlet mappings, and chargeback policies. Document maintenance procedures, firmware update steps, and monitoring configurations to ensure ongoing governance and easy onboarding of new staff.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the main benefit of the HPE G2 P9R86A 24-Outlet PDU? It provides reliable power distribution with billing-grade energy metering, giving you granular visibility into rack-level power usage, which supports accurate chargebacks, energy optimization, and improved uptime in HPE environments.
- Does this PDU support per-outlet metering? Yes. The G2 PDU includes precise metering data at the outlet level as well as total usage, enabling detailed consumption reporting and better load management.
- How does it integrate with management systems? The PDU is designed to work with HPE infrastructure and DCIM tools, allowing power data to feed into dashboards, alerts, and automation workflows for centralized monitoring and governance.
- Is the PDU compatible with non-HPE gear? While optimized for HPE ecosystems, it can be used in mixed environments if electrical and management requirements are met; however, optimal performance and full integration are achieved within HPE software and hardware ecosystems.
- Can I update firmware or calibrate sensors? Firmware updates and sensor calibration are supported through vendor-provided software tools and documentation. Always follow official guidelines to preserve metering accuracy and device reliability.
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