A power distribution unit (PDU) is a device that distributes electrical power to multiple devices within a data center or server room. They are essential for managing power distribution, ensuring reliable power delivery, and often include features for monitoring and controlling power consumption. They distribute electrical power from a single source to servers, storage systems, networking gear, and other IT equipment. They also ensure optimal load management and prevent overloads.
Multiple Outlet Configurations: Supports varied IT hardware needs
Power Monitoring: Real-time load, voltage, and current tracking
Remote Management: Control and monitor outlets via network access
Rack-Mount & Vertical Options: Space-efficient deployment in server racks
Surge & Overload Protection: Safeguards critical equipment
Hot-Swap Capable Models: Maintain uptime during power module replacement
Energy Efficiency: Optimized power delivery reduces waste and costs
PDUs are compatible with:
Rack Servers & Blade Systems – Dell, HPE, Lenovo, Cisco, Supermicro
Networking Gear – Switches, routers, firewalls, PBX
Storage Solutions – NAS, SAN, and backup systems
Colocation & Data Centers – Multi-rack deployments with remote management
High-Density Environments – Power delivery for GPU clusters and HPC setups
Brand | Popular PDU Models/Series |
APC by Schneider Electric | AP8000, AP7000 Series |
Eaton | ePDU G3, Basic, Metered Input |
Vertiv (Liebert) | MPH2, MPX Series |
Tripp Lite | Metered, Switched PDUs |
CyberPower | Metered, Switched Series |
Model | Brand | Type | Outlets | Management | Use Case |
AP8853 | APC | Metered | 36 | Local/Remote | Large enterprise rack power monitoring |
EMA108-10 | Eaton | Basic | 8 | None | Small rack or office setups |
MPH2-208V | Vertiv | Switched | 24 | SNMP/Web | Remote-controlled outlet management |
PDUMV30HV | Tripp Lite | Metered | 24 | Local | Load balancing and current monitoring |
PDU81005 | CyberPower | Switched | 8 | Web/SNMP | Network gear power cycling and monitoring |
Data Center Power Management: Distribute and monitor rack power efficiently.
Remote IT infrastructure: Control power remotely for the branch
Lab Environments: Flexible power delivery for testing
Cloud & Virtualization Hosts: Balanced power across high-density servers
Maintenance-Friendly Environments: Hot-swap PDUs for zero downtime.
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