Dell Metered PDU LCD User Manual
Dellt Metered Rack Power Distribution Unit
(rPDU)
User's Guide
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DELLM0001, DELLM001A, DELLM0002, DELLM0003, DELLM0004
DELLM004A, DELLM0005, DELLM0006, DELLM0007
Notes and Warnings
NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your product.
CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury or in property damage incidents.
WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or
injury.
DANGER: A DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious
injury.
DANGER: Observe the following instruction to help prevent an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury:
S This rPDU contains LETHAL VOLTAGES. All repairs and service should be performed by
AUTHORIZED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY. There are NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS inside
the rPDU.
Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
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Table of Contents
1 Introduction
Physical Description 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation Configurations 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Strain Relief Brackets 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ground Bonding Point 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Delta and Wye Configurations 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Attached Input Connections 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Circuit Breakers 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
LCD Panel and Pushbutton Controls 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Communication and Monitoring Ports 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Finding Information 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2 Safety Warnings
3 Installation
Unpacking the rPDU 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspecting the Equipment 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking the Accessory Bag 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preparing for Installation 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing Hardware for Options 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing Strain Relief Brackets 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing Deep Mounting Pegs 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the rPDU in the Rack Enclosure 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Attaching the Ground Wire 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting the Protected Equipment 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting the rPDU 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shutting Down the rPDU 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Panels 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4 External Signaling Ports
Communication Ports 27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Serial Port 28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ethernet Port 29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Monitoring Ports 29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Temperature and Humidity Sensor (Optional) 29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dry Contact Sensor (Optional) 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5 LCD Operation
LCD Panel and Control Buttons 31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Locking a Screen 33. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Automatic Alarm Notification 33. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Input Status Screen 33. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Main Menu Selections 34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Selecting a Menu 35. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Performance Menu 35. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Retrieving Performance Information 36. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Measured and Calculated Meters 38. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Alarms Menu 39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Retrieving Active Alarms 39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Event Log 42. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Retrieving the Event Log 42. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System Info 43. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Retrieving System Identification Information 43. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Settings 43. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Retrieving or Changing Configuration Settings in the Settings Menu 43. . . . . .
6 Serial Interface Operation
Supported Commands 50. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Nomenclature 51. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting to the Internal rPDU NMC 51. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Configuring the Network with a DHCP Server 54. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Configuring the Network without a DHCP Server 55. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
alarm command 56. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
current command 57. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
exit command 58. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
factory_defaults command 59. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
help command 59. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
network command 60. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
power command 61. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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reboot command 61. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
sensors command 62. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
temperature command 63. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ver command 63. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
voltage command 64. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7 Web Interface Operation
Navigating the Web Interface 66. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Accessing the Web Interface 68. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Configuring DPI Administration Settings 69. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Configuring Administrator Access 69. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Configuring User Access 69. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting the Date and Time 70. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Configuring Email Notification 70. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Identifying Email Notification Recipients 71. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Creating Links to External Web Sites 72. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Configuring DPI Attributes 73. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting Basic DPI Attributes 73. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Returning Configuration Settings to Default Values 73. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Uploading a Configuration File 74. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Downloading a Configuration File 74. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Configuring Default CSV File Opening Settings 75. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Configuring Network Access and Control 75. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting General TCP/IPv4 Configuration Options 75. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting General TCP/IPv6 Configuration Options 76. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Enabling TCP/IP Network Controls 77. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adding and Rejecting IP Addresses for SNMP/HTTP Access Control 78. . . . .
Rejecting IP Addresses for SNMP/HTTP Access Control 78. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Configuring SNMP Protocol Settings 79. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Configuring SNMP Trap Receivers 80. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Monitoring and Managing the rPDU 81. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Viewing Present rPDU Status 81. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Viewing rPDU and Web/SNMP Card Identification 82. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Viewing rPDU System Information 83. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Monitoring Input Statistics 83. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Managing Environment Sensors 86. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Viewing Present Alarms and Events 88. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Viewing Event and Data logs 88. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Clearing Logs 89. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Saving Logs to an External File 89. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Restarting the Internal rPDU NMC 90. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Introduction
The Dellt Metered Rack Power Distribution Unit (rPDU) models are installed at the rear in a rack enclosure.
The rack enclosure is designed to hold and protect server, network, and data storage equipment. The rPDUs
distribute power in the rack.
The rPDUs are mounted vertically in a recessed channel, providing more room for cabling within the rack
enclosure. The recessed location distances the rPDU from the other equipment and does not interfere with the
airflow in the rack enclosure.
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Figure 1. Rack Enclosure with rPDU Installed
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Providing outstanding performance and reliability, the rPDU benefits include the following:
S The rPDU can be installed as either 42U or 48U applications (depending on the model).
S The rPDU can be mounted using either factory-installed standard mounting pegs on the back of the rPDU,
or turned 90° by using user-installed deep mounting pegs on the side of the rPDU.
S Color-coded silk screening for outlet receptacles and circuit breakers clearly associate circuit breakers with
the receptacles they protect.
S The rPDU models provide several configurations of IEC 320 C-13 and IEC 320 C-19 outlet receptacles on
the front panel.
S The attached power cords for all models are 3m (10 ft) with IEC60309 input connector plugs.
S All receptacles, circuit breakers, ports, ground bonding point, and user interfaces are located on the front
panel of the rPDU for easy access.
S The rPDUs models are configured with either Delta or Wye topology.
S The rPDU provides an environmental monitoring sensor port, a dry contact sensor port, a 10/100 Base-T
Ethernet port, and a serial communication port.
S The LCD panel provides pushbutton controls for accessing performance monitoring data, event
notifications, and user-configured provisioning options.
S The rPDU provides an internal Dellt Network Management Card (NMC) for network communications.
The following options are available for the rPDU:
S Side- and front-mounted strain relief brackets for secure power cord retention (bracket type depends on
model)
S Dry contact sensor
S Temperature sensor
S Temperature and humidity sensor
The rPDU provides the following meters and measurements for reporting operational status:
S Input Voltage (V)
S Input Frequency in Hertz (Hz)
S Input Current in Amperes (A)
S Input Watts (W)
S Input Volt-amperes (VA)
S Instantaneous Headroom Watts
S Peak Headroom Watts (with time stamp)
S Peak Consumption Watts (with time stamp)
S Cumulative Kilowatt per Hour (with time stamp)
S Temperature (if an optional temperature sensor is installed)
S Humidity (if an optional humidity sensor is installed)
S Real-Time Clock
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Physical Description
Installation Configurations
The rPDUs can be mounted vertically in several installation configurations and orientations to accommodate
different site needs. Either one or two rPDUs can be installed in each rPDU tray in the back of a rack enclosure,
providing a total of up to four rPDUs (see Figure 2).
NOTE:
When installing two rPDUs in a side-by-side configuration, you are not restricted to installing the same model.
See Figure 2.
Figure 2. One or Two rPDUs Installed in the rPDU Tray
The standard mounting orientation for the rPDU is 180°. This is a snap-in, tooless installation. Two
factory-installed mounting pegs are inserted in mounting keyholes on the wall of the rPDU tray.
NOTE:
The 180° orientation means that the mounting surface (the back of the rPDU) is 180° in relation to the front
receptacles.
The rPDU can also be mounted in a 90° orientation. For this configuration, two deep mounting pegs (provided)
are user-installed before mounting the rPDU in the rPDU tray (see Figure 3).
NOTE:
The 90° orientation means that the mounting surface (the side of the rPDU) is 90° in relation to the front
receptacles.
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rPDU installed using deep mounting pegs on the side (90°)rPDU installed using standard mounting pegs on the back (180°)
Figure 3. Standard 180° and 90° rPDU Installation
Strain Relief Brackets
You can install optional strain relief brackets on any rPDU model. Models with dense receptacle configurations
on the front panel have mounting holes for side-mounted relief brackets only. Models with spacing between
outlet groupings have mounting holes for both side- and front-mounted relief brackets.
The strain relief bracket kits include three brackets and mounting hardware. The side-mounted brackets can be
installed on either side of the rPDU. The front-mounted strain relief brackets are adjustable.
Ground Bonding Point
The external ground bonding point located on the rPDU front panel may be used to bond other conductive
metal components in the rack enclosure to a ground reference point for signaling or other functional purposes.
This bonding point can also be used to bond the rPDU to a known earthed reference terminal in the building.
Per international regulatory requirements, the primary Safety Earth Bond connection is contained in the rPDU
as an integral part of the branch circuit cabling and plug.
Delta and Wye Configurations
The rPDUs are configured in either Delta or Wye topology.
S The Delta configuration uses a four-wire input connector plug with three phase wires, a protective earth
(ground) wire, and no neutral wire. This is commonly expressed as 3W + PE (Delta).
S The Wye configuration uses a five-wire input connector plug with three phase wires, a protective earth
(ground) wire, and a neutral wire. This is commonly expressed as 3W + N + PE (Wye).
Table 1 on page 11 lists the Delta or Wye configuration for each model.
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Attached Input Connections
All models use an IEC60309 input connector plug on a 3m (10 ft) cable attached to the rPDU. The type of input
connector plug varies by model to accommodate different amperage ratings and Delta or Wye configurations.
The input connector plugs have Ingress Protection (IP) ratings that specify the degree of environmental
protection for electrical equipment. All models use IEC60309 input connector plugs that are either splash
resistant (S) or waterproof (W).
NOTE:
Splash resistant plugs are IP-rated at IP 44, which means the plug is protected against solid objects less than
1.0 mm in diameter.
NOTE: Waterproof plugs are IP-rated at IP 67, which means the plugs are watertight, splashproof, and dust tight.
Standard IEC60309 reference codes provide a useful summary of the input connector plug specifications. The
code includes the number of pins, the maximum amperage rating, the type of connection, the alignment tab
clock position, and the protective classification.
Table 1 lists the standard IEC60309 reference codes for each model.
Table 1. Metered rPDU IEC60309 Codes
Model
DELLM0001 460P9W 4 60 P 9 W
DELLM001A 460P9W 4 60 P 9 W
DELLM0002 532P6S 5 32 P 6 S
DELLM0003 516P6S 5 16 P 6 S
DELLM0004 460P9W 4 60 P 9 W
DELLM004A 460P9W 4 60 P 9 W
DELLM0005 532P6S 5 32 P 6 S
DELLM0006 460P9W 4 60 P 9 W
DELLM0007 532P6S 5 32 P 6 S
IEC
Reference
Code
Delta 4-Pin Plug (4)
or
Wye 5-Pin Plug (5)
Maximum
Amperage (A)
Rating
Plug (P)
Receptacle/Socket
(R)
or Connector (C)
Clock
Position PE
(6 or 9)
Waterproof (W)
or
Splash Resistant (S)
Circuit Breakers
NOTE: The DELLM0003 model does not have circuit breakers.
There are six 20A circuit breakers on the rPDU (two circuit breakers per phase protecting the group of outlet
receptacles for that phase). Circuit breakers on the rPDU trip automatically when a power overload is detected.
Standard rPDU circuit breakers have Type C trip characteristics.
The rPDU monitoring firmware provides warnings that there is potential for overload and alarms if an overload
occurs. These thresholds are user-configurable. To reset the breakers after an overload, flip the breaker switch to
the ON position.
Circuit breakers and outlet receptacles are numbered and color-coded on the front panel to show the association
between breakers and the receptacles they protect. The phases (L1, L2, and L3) and protecting circuit breakers
(CB1 through CB6) are labeled on both circuit breaker groups and outlet receptacle groups (see Figure 4).
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LCD Panel and Pushbutton Controls
The rPDU interface provides access to real-time performance monitoring and event notification data through
the LCD panel and pushbutton controls. This interface is also used to set user-configurable values, such as alarm
or warning thresholds. See Figure 4.
L1
L2
L3
Figure 4. LCD Front Panel
Phase 1: CB1 and CB2
Phase 2: CB3 and CB4
Phase 3: CB5 and CB6
Communication and Monitoring Ports
Two communication ports are provided. The rPDU has a serial port for an RJ-45 to DB-9 cable (provided) for
serial communication. The rPDU also has a 10/100 Base-T Ethernet port for network communication.
The network communication channel can be used to perform firmware upgrades (flash upgrades) over the
network. Upgrades can be performed for rPDUs installed in the rack enclosure while they are powered.
Two monitoring ports are provided. The following optional monitoring sensors can be installed:
S Dry contact sensor
S Temperature-only or combined temperature and humidity sensor
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Finding Information
CAUTION: The Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory Information document provides important safety and regulatory
information.
What are You Looking For?
S Dell Metered Rack Power Distribution Unit (rPDU)
User's Guide
S Other rPDU documentation, such as Product Overview
documents
S Software updates Software updates can be found at:
Find It Here
Documentation can be found at:
support.dell.com/support/edocs/ACC/PDU/
support.dell.com
S How to install the rPDU
S rPDU specifications
S How to configure rPDU settings
S How to operate the rPDU
S Safety instructions
S Regulatory information
S Recycling information
S Warranty information
S Terms and Conditions (U.S. only)
S End User License Agreement
S Support information Dell Support Website — support.dell.com
Dell Metered rPDU User's Guide
The user's guide is available at:
support.dell.com/support/edocs/ACC/PDU/
Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory Information
Dell Warranty and Support Information
NOTE: Select your region or business segment to view the
appropriate support site.
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Safety Warnings
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This manual contains important instructions that you should follow during installation and operation of the Dell Metered Rack
Power Distribution Unit (rPDU). Please read all instructions before operating the equipment and save this manual for future
reference.
DANGER:
This rPDU contains LETHAL VOLTAGES. All repairs and service should be performed by AUTHORIZED SERVICE PERSONNEL
ONLY.
CAUTION:
S To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, install this rPDU in a temperature and humidity controlled, indoor
environment, free of conductive contaminants. Ambient temperature must not exceed 50°C (122°F). Do not operate
near water or excessive humidity (95% maximum).
S To comply with international standards and wiring regulations, the total equipment connected to the output of this
rPDU must not have an earth leakage current greater than 3.5 milliamperes.
S For PLUGGABLE EQUIPMENT, a readily accessible disconnect device shall be incorporated in the building installation
wiring.
S For PLUGGABLE EQUIPMENT, the power outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be readily accessible.
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Installation
This section explains:
S Unpacking the Dell Metered Rack Power Distribution Unit (rPDU) equipment
S Equipment inspection
S Setup and installation
S Starting up and shutting down the rPDU
S Front panel diagrams
Unpacking the rPDU
CAUTION: Hazard of electric shock. Unpacking the cabinet in a low-temperature environment may cause condensation
to occur in and on the rPDU. Do not install the rPDU until the inside and outside are dry.
Use care when moving and opening the carton. Leave the components packaged until ready to install.
1 Remove the top from the carton(see Figure 5).
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Figure 5. Unpacking the rPDU
2 Remove the rPDU, the accessory bag, and documentation from the carton:
Grasp the rPDU and the input connector plug and set them on a flat, stable surface.
Remove the Styrofoam shipping supports from the rPDU and the wrapper from the input connector plug.
Remove the documents and the accessory bag from the inside wall of the carton.
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3 Place the rPDU in a protected area that has adequate airflow and is free of humidity, flammable gas, and
corrosion.
4 Discard or recycle the packaging in a responsible manner, or store it for future use.
Inspecting the Equipment
If any equipment has been damaged during shipment, keep the shipping cartons and packing materials for the
carrier or place of purchase and file a claim for shipping damage. If you discover damage after acceptance, file a
claim for concealed damage.
To file a claim for shipping damage or concealed damage: 1) File with the carrier within 15 days of receipt of the
equipment; 2) Send a copy of the damage claim within 15 days to your service representative.
Checking the Accessory Bag
The rPDU accessory bag includes the following:
S (2) deep mounting pegs and (2) 8-32 5/8” mounting screws (for 90° installation)
S Grounding kit with:
- (1) silver 10-32
- (1) black, M5
- (1) ground wire
- (2) star washers
S Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory Information (SERI) document
S Quick Start Installation Sheet
S (1) RJ-45 Cable (RJ-45-to-DB9-female, 2.0m length, serial cable)
0.5” pan-head screw
12 pan-head screw
If you ordered the optional strain relief brackets (shipped separately), check that the following associated
hardware is included with the option.
For the side-mounted strain relief bracket:
S (3) strain relief brackets
S (8) M3 6 flat-head cross screws
For the front-mounted strain relief bracket:
S (3) strain relief brackets
S (4) 6-32 1/4” flat-head cross screws
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Preparing for Installation
Before installing the rPDUs in a rack enclosure, consider location and orientation. For most installations, the
selected location and orientation depends on the number of rPDUs that will be installed and the cable
management plan.
For example, suppose you plan to separate data and power cables on opposite sides of the rack enclosure. For this
configuration, install one or two rPDUs in the same tray. Route the data cables to the other rPDU tray (serving
as a cable channel) on the opposite side of the rack enclosure.
Another plan might be to balance the data and power cables on each side. For this configuration, install one
rPDU on each side of the rack enclosure. The remaining portion of each rPDU tray serves as a cable channel for
bundled and properly dressed data cables running beside the rPDU.
Other considerations include the orientation of the rPDU and the type of strain relief brackets mounted on the
rPDUs.
Installing Hardware for Options
Install the hardware that supports installation options before installing the rPDUs in the rack enclosure. This
includes the following:
S Strain relief brackets for cord management (optional kit)
S Deep mounting pegs for the 90° mounting option (supplied)
NOTE:
The factory-installed standard mounting pegs are secured to the chassis by two 8-32 3/7” mounting screws. The
user-installed deep mounting pegs are secured to the chassis by two 8-32 5/8” mounting screws.
Installing Strain Relief Brackets
To install the optional strain relief brackets:
1 Place the rPDU on a flat, stable surface.
2 Align the screw mounting holes on the rPDU with the screw mounting holes on the bracket (see Figure 6).
3 Secure the bracket with the supplied screws.
4 Are you installing deep mounting pegs for 90° installation?
If no, go to “Installing the rPDU in the Rack Enclosure” on page 19.
If yes, continue to the next section, “Installing Deep Mounting Pegs” on page 18.
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Side-Mounted Strain Relief Bracket
Front-Mounted Strain Relief Bracket
Figure 6. Strain Relief Bracket
Installing Deep Mounting Pegs
To install the deep mounting pegs (supplied) on the side of the rPDU for 90° mounting installations:
1 Remove the two deep mounting pegs and two mounting screws from the accessory bag.
2 Locate the top and bottom peg mounting holes on the side of the rPDU (see Figure 7).
3 Align the peg mounting holes on the rPDU with the mounting hole in the center of the deep mounting
pegs.
4 Secure the top and bottom deep mounting peg with the provided screws (see Figure 7).
NOTE:
Dell recommends removing the standard mounting pegs on the rear of the rPDU if you install the deep mounting
pegs (provided in the accessory kit shipped with the rPDU). Retain the standard mounting pegs so the rPDU can be
reoriented later if needed.
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Figure 7. Installing the Deep Mounting Pegs
Installing the rPDU in the Rack Enclosure
To install the rPDU in a rack enclosure:
1 Move the rPDU into position at the rear of the rack enclosure.
2 Select the proper keyholes in the rPDU tray for mounting the rPDU.
3 Align the mounting pegs with the keyholes in wall of the rPDU tray (see Figure 8).
Figure 8. Aligning and Inserting the Standard or Deep Mounting Pegs (Top Mounting shown; Bottom Mounting not shown)
4 Fully insert both mounting pegs into the keyholes.
5 Push down to set the rPDU in place.
NOTE:
A second rPDU can be installed in the same tray. The procedure is the same. See Figure 9.
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Figure 9. Mounting Two rPDUs in the PDU Tray
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Attaching the Ground Wire
To attach the ground wire to the rack:
NOTE:
Dell recommends that you ground the rPDU to the rack frame with the ground wire provided in the Grounding Wire
Kit.
1 Connect one end of the ground wire to the ground bonding point location on the front panel of the rPDU
using the silver, 10-32
2 Connect the other end of the ground wire to a hole in the rack frame using the black, M5 12 pan-head
screw and star washer (supplied). See Figure 10.
0.5” pan-head screw and star washer (supplied).
Frame Connection
M5
12 Pan-head Screw (Black)
Star Washer
Figure 10. Ground Bonding Point and Frame Connections
3 Continue to “Connecting Protected Equipment” on page 22.
Ground Bonding Point Connection
10-32
0.5” Pan-head Screw (Silver)
Star Washer
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Connecting the Protected Equipment
CAUTION: For PLUGGABLE EQUIPMENT, the power outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be readily
accessible.
CAUTION: The rPDU output receptacles for each phase are protected by two 20A circuit breakers on the front panel.
Confirm that the equipment connected to the rPDU does not exceed the rPDU's capacity.
NOTE: The DELLM0003 model does not have circuit breakers.
To install the plug-receptacles:
1 Plug the equipment power cords into the rPDU outlet receptacles.
2 If an optional strain relief bracket is installed, attach the power cords to the bracket by looping the cords
and securing them with tie wraps.
NOTE:
Secure the power cords in the bracket so you can unplug them without removing the tie wrap.
3 Plug the rPDU power cord into a power outlet.
4 Ensure that each circuit breaker is in the ON position.
NOTE:
If power to the rPDU is interrupted, check each circuit breaker and reset if necessary.
Starting the rPDU
To start the rPDU:
1 Plug the rPDU power cord into the power outlet.
2 Turn each circuit breaker to the ON position.
3 If power to the rPDU is interrupted, check each circuit breaker and reset if necessary.
NOTE:
During startup, the Dell Startup screen displays for five seconds and then defaults to the Input Status screen.
Shutting Down the rPDU
NOTE: The protected equipment may be turned off at the equipment or, for models with circuit breakers, at the circuit
breakers on the rPDU.
To shut down the rPDU:
1 Shut down the protected equipment according to the manufacturer's recommended shutdown sequence.
2 Models with circuit breakers only. Turn each circuit breaker to the OFF position.
3 To remove power from the rPDU completely, disconnect the rPDU input connector at the source.
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Front Panels
This section shows the front panels of the rPDU models.
rPDU Model Number See Figure On Page
DELLM0001 Figure 11 23
DELLM001A Figure 11 23
DELLM0002 Figure 12 24
DELLM0003 Figure 13 24
DELLM0004 Figure 14 25
DELLM004A Figure 14 25
DELLM0005 Figure 15 25
DELLM0006 Figure 16 26
DELLM0007 Figure 17 26
(6) 20A Circuit Breakers
Side-Mounted or Front-Mounted
Strain Relief Bracket (Optional)
Figure 11. DELLM0001 and DELLM001A
42U
Output Receptacles
(6) IEC 320-C13; 10A
(12) IEC320-C19; 16A
IEC60309-60A
(Waterproof - IP 67)
460P9W
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Side-Mounted or Front-Mounted
Strain Relief Bracket (Optional)
Figure 12. DELLM0002
Side-Mounted or Front-Mounted
Strain Relief Bracket (Optional)
42U
42U
(6) 20A Circuit Breakers
Output Receptacles
(18) IEC 320-C13; 10A
(12) IEC320-C19; 16A
IEC60309-32A
(Splash resistant - IP 44)
532P6S
Figure 13. DELLM0003
Output Receptacles
(21) IEC 320-C13; 10A
(6) IEC320-C19; 16A
IEC60309-16A
(Splash resistant - IP 44)
516P6S
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Side-Mounted Strain Relief Bracket (Optional)
Figure 14. DELLM0004 and DELLM004A
Side-Mounted Strain Relief Bracket (Optional)
(6) 20A Circuit Breakers
42U
Output Receptacles
(42) IEC 320-C13; 10A
IEC60309-60A
(Waterproof - IP 67)
460P9W
(6) 20A Circuit Breakers
Figure 15. DELLM0005
42U
Output Receptacles
(42) IEC 320-C13; 10A
IEC60309-32A
(Splash resistant - IP 44)
532P6S
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Side-Mounted Strain Relief Bracket (Optional)
Figure 16. DELLM0006
48U
Output Receptacles
(48) IEC 320-C13; 10A
(6) 20A Circuit Breakers
IEC60309-60A
(Waterproof - IP 67)
460P9W
(6) 20A Circuit Breakers
Side-Mounted Strain Relief Bracket (Optional)
Figure 17. DELLM0007
48U
Output Receptacles
(48) IEC 320-C13; 10A
IEC60309-32A
(Splash resistant - IP 44)
532P6S
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External Signaling Ports
Two types of external signaling ports are provided on the rPDU front panel (see Figure 18):
S Communication ports
S Monitoring ports
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Temperature/Humidity
Sensor Port
Serial Port
NMC Reset Button
Figure 18. Communication and Environmental Ports
Dry Contact Sensor Port
Ethernet Port
Communication Ports
The rPDU provides both a serial and an Ethernet (10/100 Base-T) communication port for external controls.
These communication ports are used to access external controls for upgrading, monitoring, or managing the
rPDU.
Firmware upgrades (flash upgrades) update the rPDU firmware and the internal Dell Network Management
Card (NMC). Upgrades can be performed either using a command line interface (CLI) upgrade utility or a
Web-based graphical user interface.
NOTE:
The RESET button on the front panel resets the internal NMC.
Flash upgrades are transparent and do not affect rPDU operation. However, the front panel buttons and LCD
operation are disabled during the upgrade. Unique model identification information prevents an incorrect
firmware load from being installed on an rPDU during a flash upgrade.
During the flash upgrade, the LCD provides a “Flash Update In Process” message and provides a progress bar. If
the upgrade is interrupted, recovery processes allow the upgrade to restart. If the upgrade fails, the LCD displays
a “Flash Error” message and the backlight changes to amber text with a dark red background.
The rPDUs can be monitored and settings modified using a graphical Web interface. The settings correspond to
the Settings menu (see Settings menu on page 43). This requires a PC connected through the Ethernet port.
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