Raritan PX3-5497V-C5 24-Outlet PDU

Engineered for enterprise data centers, server rooms, and high-density IT environments, the Raritan PX3-5497V-C5 24-Outlet PDU delivers unmatched reliability and precise energy management. This PX-series rack power distribution unit combines robust electrical protection with advanced metering and remote management capabilities, giving IT and facilities teams a comprehensive view of power usage, uptime, and efficiency. Designed for scalable deployments, the PX3-5497V-C5 helps optimize rack space, reduce energy waste, and simplify capacity planning, all while providing proactive control over critical loads. With metering and analytics at multiple levels, this PDU empowers you to implement efficient energy strategies, improve service levels, and support accurate chargebacks across the data center ecosystem.

• Comprehensive metering across multiple points - Monitor power usage at the inlet, each outlet, and the PDU circuit breaker to obtain a complete picture of energy flow. This multi-point metering enables you to pinpoint power-hungry devices, track trends over time, and make informed decisions about workload placement and cooling needs.
• Billing-grade accuracy for precise chargebacks - The PX3 series tracks current, voltage, power, power factor, and energy with high-accuracy measurements, delivering dependable data for accurate billing and capacity forecasting. This precision helps IT teams and finance departments allocate costs accurately and transparently.
• Dense, flexible 24-outlet configuration - The 24 outlets are arranged to optimize rack space in high-density environments, making cable management simpler and ensuring accessible connections for servers, storage, and network devices without compromising airflow or serviceability.
• Networked monitoring and remote control - Built-in network capabilities enable real-time monitoring, alerts, and remote control of outlets. Integrations with standard management tools and protocols (such as SNMP and web interfaces) provide seamless visibility across your data center infrastructure and simplify incident response during outages or maintenance windows.
• Rugged, scalable design for data-center parity - The PX3-5497V-C5 is built for demanding environments, with a robust enclosure, modular options, and features that support growth, redundancy, and predictive maintenance. It’s engineered to survive continuous operation and to adapt as your IT footprint evolves.

Technical Details of Raritan PX3-5497V-C5 24-Outlet PDU

• Model: PX3-5497V-C5
• Outlet count: 24 outlets
• Form factor: Vertical rack-mount PDU
• Metering: Inlet, outlets, and PDU circuit breaker metering
• Power metrics: Current, voltage, power (W), power factor, energy (kWh)
• Metering accuracy: Billing-grade accuracy (1% level) for energy and power measurements
• Monitoring and control: Remote monitoring via network interface; alerts and remote outlet control
• Connectivity: Network-enabled with standard management interfaces (SNMP / Web UI)
• Protection: Integrated circuit breaker with overload protection and safe shutdown capabilities
• Construction: Rugged enclosure designed for data-center environments; modular options for scalability
• Mounting: 1U-friendly vertical design suitable for standard rack assemblies
• Compliance: UL-listed and designed to meet common data-center electrical standards

How to install Raritan PX3-5497V-C5 24-Outlet PDU

• Plan and prepare the rack - Identify the location for the PDU within the rack, ensuring adequate clearance for airflow, cable management, and access to outlets. Verify rack rails and mounting hardware compatibility with your data-center standards.
• Mount the PDU - Secure the PX3-5497V-C5 vertically on the rack using the appropriate mounting brackets and screws. Confirm that the PDU is firmly seated and that the outlets are accessible for maintenance and cabling. Ensure that the PDU’s orientation aligns with your cable routing strategy.
• Connect power and network - Connect the PDU input to the appropriate power source that matches the device’s electrical configuration. Connect the PDU’s management interface to your network (Ethernet) to enable remote monitoring, alerting, and control. Verify network reachability from your monitoring system.
• Configure monitoring and alerts - Access the PDU’s web UI or your SNMP management tool to configure metering preferences, alarm thresholds, and outlet control policies. Enable alerts for overcurrent, high energy usage, or unexpected voltage fluctuations to stay ahead of issues before they impact uptime.
• Document and validate - Record the PDU’s location, configuration, and outlet assignments for future maintenance. Validate readings by loading a known device and confirming that current, voltage, and energy data reflect expected values. Perform a final check to ensure all outlets function correctly and that cabling remains organized.

Frequently asked questions

• What makes the PX3-5497V-C5 different from other PDUs? - The PX3-5497V-C5 delivers comprehensive metering at multiple points, 1% billing-grade accuracy, and network-enabled remote management, all within a compact 24-outlet vertical design. This combination supports precise energy analytics, streamlined chargebacks, and proactive outage prevention in demanding data-center environments.
• Can I monitor energy usage remotely? - Yes. The PDU includes network connectivity for real-time monitoring, alerting, and controlled shutdown of outlets. It integrates with standard management tools and supports remote access via web interfaces and SNMP, enabling centralized visibility across racks and rows.
• How do I install and configure this PDU? - Installation involves mounting the PDU in a rack, connecting it to the appropriate power source, and configuring the management interface and metering preferences. The process typically includes setting thresholds for alerts, mapping outlets to devices, and validating readings with a known load for accuracy.
• Is this PDU suitable for data center environments? - Absolutely. The PX3-5497V-C5 is designed for data centers and high-density IT rooms, offering rugged construction, scalable management capabilities, and precise energy metrics that facilitate capacity planning, energy efficiency initiatives, and reliable uptime.