Tripp Lite PDU3VN-Series Owner's Manual

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Owner’s Manual

120V 3-Phase 0U

Power Distribution Units

Monitored PDU3VN-Series

Important Safety Instructions 2
Installation 2
Digital Load Meter 6
Features 7
Configuration and Operation 8
Service 9
Warranty and Warranty Registration 10

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Important Safety Instructions

Installation

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

This manual contains instructions and warnings that should be followed
during the installation, operation, and storage of this product. Failure to heed
these instructions and warnings may affect the product warranty.

• The PDU provides convenient multiple outlets, but it DOES NOT provide surge or line noise
protection for connected equipment.

• The PDU is designed for indoor use only in a controlled environment away from excess moisture,
temperature extremes, conductive contaminants, dust or direct sunlight.

• Do not connect the PDU to an ungrounded outlet or to extension cords or adapters that eliminate the
connection to ground.

• The power requirement for each piece of equipment connected to the PDU must not exceed the
individual outlet’s load rating.

• The total power requirement for equipment connected to the PDU must not exceed the maximum
load rating for the PDU.

• Do not drill into or attempt to open any part of the PDU housing. There are no user-serviceable parts
inside.

• Do not attempt to modify the PDU, including the input plugs and power cables.

• Do not attempt to use the PDU if any part of it becomes damaged.

• Do not attempt to mount the PDU to an insecure or unstable surface.

• Use of this equipment in life support applications where failure of this equipment can reasonably
be expected to cause the failure of the life support equipment or to signicantly affect its safety
or effectiveness is not recommended. Do not use this equipment in the presence of a ammable
anesthetic mixture with air, oxygen or nitrous oxide.

Mounting the PDU

Note: The illustrations may differ somewhat from your PDU model. Regardless of configuration, the user must
determine the fitness of hardware and procedures before mounting. The PDU and included hardware are designed for
common rack and rack enclosure types and may not be appropriate for all applications. Exact mounting configura­tions may vary. Screws for attaching the mounting brackets and cord retention shelf to the PDU are included. Use only
the screws supplied by the manufacturer, or their exact equivalent (#6-32, ¼” flat head).

1-1

Attach the mounting brackets to the PDU.

1-2

(Optional) Attach the cord retention

bracket(s) to the PDU.

1-3

Attach the PDU to a vertical rail in your

rack or rack enclosure. (Use the mounting
hardware that came with your rack or rack
enclosure to attach the mounting brackets
to the rail.)

1-4

For toolless mounting, attach the included

mounting buttons to the PDU. Position the
PDU as desired in the rack enclosure, align
the buttons with the rack mounting slots, and
slide the PDU into position.

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Connecting the PDU

2-1

Connect the input plug to your facility’s

compatible AC power source.

2-2

Both models contain 3 banks of output

receptacles (3 banks of 12 NEMA
5-20Rs). Connect your equipment’s input
plugs to the appropriate outlets on the
PDU.

2-3

(Optional) If you attached the cord

retention bracket(s), tie each equipment
power cord to the retention bracket. Attach
each cord to the retention shelf by looping
the cord and securing it with one of the
included cable ties

A

. Make sure each
cord can be unplugged from the PDU
without removing the cable tie.

Installation

Networking the PDU

Note: The MAC address of the PDU (a 12-digit string in this format: 000667xxxxxx) is printed on a label attached to
the PDU enclosure.

If your network’s DHCP server will assign a dynamic IP address to the PDU automatically, go to Step

3-1

. If you will assign a static IP address to the PDU manually, go to Step

4-1

. If you are uncertain
which method to use, contact your network administrator for assistance before continuing the
installation process.

Dynamic IP Address Assignment

3-1

Connect PDU to Network: While the

PDU is powered, connect a standard
Ethernet patch cable to the RJ-45 Ethernet
port on the PDU.

Note: This port is not compatible with PoE

(Power over Ethernet) applications. The PDU
will attempt to obtain an IP address via DHCP.
This may take as long as several minutes,
depending on your network environment.

Some Models Will Vary.

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Dynamic IP Address Assignment

3-2

Discover IP Address: Contact your network administrator to determine which dynamic IP

address has been assigned to the PDU by the DHCP server. The PDU can be identied on the
DHCP server by referring to its MAC address. (The MAC address is a 12-digit string in this
format: 000667xxxxxx. Refer to the MAC address label attached to the PDU.) You may wish
to request a long-term lease period for the IP address, depending on your application. After you
have discovered the IP address, skip Steps

4-1

through

4-6

and proceed directly to Step

5-1

.

3-3

Alternate Method: Press and hold Button B on the Digital Load Meter (see page 8) for 4

seconds to display the IP Address. The default is no address assigned. If this is the case, “no
address” will display one letter at a time. If there is an IP Address programmed, the address will
display 1 digit at a time with dashes (-) representing dots or periods (.).

Static IP Address Assignment

4-1

Determine IP Information: Before assigning a static IP address, you’ll need to know the IP

address, gateway address and subnet mask. If you do not have this information, contact your
network administrator for assistance.

4-2

Configure Terminal Emulation Program: Open a VT100-compatible terminal emulation

program (such as the HyperTerminal program bundled with Microsoft® Windows®) on a
computer with an available DB9 serial port. (A notebook computer may be the most convenient
choice.) Set the terminal emulation program to use the COM port that corresponds to the
computer’s DB9 serial port. Specify the parameters required to communicate with the PDU
terminal interface:

Bits per second: 9600 Stop bits: 1

Data bits: 8 Flow Control: None
Parity: None

If the terminal emulation program supports multiple emulation modes, you may also need to

specify VT100 emulation.

4-3

Connect PDU to Computer: Use the

RJ-45 to DB9 conguration cable (part
number 73-1243) included with the PDU
to connect the PDU to the computer. The
connector at one end of the cable attaches
to the CONFIG RJ-45 port on the PDU.
The DB9 connector at the other end of the
cable connects to the computer’s serial

port.

4-4

Press SNMP Reset Button: Press the

reset button for 3 seconds to reboot the
PDU’s network card. Rebooting the
network card will not erase network
settings or interrupt AC power.

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Installation

Static IP Address Assignment

4-5

Configure PDU in Terminal Mode: After a brief pause, an initialization page should appear in

the terminal emulation program. Press any key on the keyboard within 10 seconds to change the
PDU settings. (If the 10-second period has elapsed, you can reboot the PDU by powering do

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completely and then restoring power.)

Follow the sequence of responses below in order to assign an IP address to the PDU. The default

terminal mode root password is TrippLite. Sample IP settings are shown - supply your own IP
information when you congure your PDU.

Press A to Accept the settings, or M to Modify? M
Enter the root password: *********
Reset configuration to default values
(Y/N)? N
For each of the following questions, you

can press <Return> to select the value
shown in brackets, or you can enter a new

value.
NETWORK INTERFACE PARAMETERS:
Should this target obtain IP settings from

the network?[N] N
Static IP address [192.168.1.19]?

192.168.0.123

Static IP address is 192.168.0.123
Subnet Mask IP address [255.255.0.0]? 255.255.255.0
Subnet Mask IP address is 255.255.255.0
Gateway address IP address [192.168.1.1]? 192.168.0.1
Gateway address IP address is 192.168.0.1

You can also change the root password, real-time clock and other settings. (Tripp Lite

recommends against changing the default settings unless you are an advanced user with a

specic purpose.) After you have nished entering settings, the PDU will save changes to

memory and reboot (this may take several minutes). After the PDU reboots, the initialization

page should display the new static IP settings.

4-6

Remove Serial Cable: Remove the serial cable from the PDU and proceed to Step

5-1

.

Network Connection

5-1

Connect PDU to Network: While the

PDU is powered, connect a standard

Ethernet patch cable to the RJ-45 Ethernet

port on the PDU.
Note: This port is not compatible with PoE

(Power over Ethernet) applications.

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UP

DOWN

A

B

A

C

F

B

E

D

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Installation

Digital Load Meter

Network Connection

5-2

Access PDU with Web Browser: After an

IP address has been assigned to the PDU,
attempt to access it with a Web browser
that supports frames, forms and Java™.
Open a Web browser on a computer
connected to the LAN and enter the IP
address assigned to the PDU. You should
be prompted for a password

A

. The user
name is admin and the default password
is admin. After you enter the user name
and password, the PowerAlert status
page

B

will appear in the browser
window. For more information about
conguration and operation of the PDU
via the PowerAlert interface, refer to the
SNMPWEBCARD User’s Guide, included
on the CD-ROM bundled with the PDU.

Note for Network Management System

Users Only: Two MIB files - Tripplite.mib and

RFC1628.mib - must be loaded on each Network
Management Station that will monitor the PDU
via SNMP. The files are provided on the CD­ROM included in the product package.

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Phase Current/Flip Display Button:

This button A can be pressed to show
total current for each of the three outlet
groups or Phases. Pressing this button once
will display the total current for all of the
outlets on Phase Bank 1,marked as L1
adjacent to the outlets. The LED for Phase

1 D will illuminate and the total current for

Phase 1 outlets will display in amps in the
LED Amps display C. Pressing this button

A

a second time will produce the same
results for Phase Bank 2, marked as L2
adjacent to the outlets and a third time for
Phase Bank 3, marked as L3 adjacent to the
outlets. The appropriate LEDs E or F will
also illuminate and amps will appear in the
display C . Pressing the button additional
times will repeat the cycle.

If you press and hold this button for

4 seconds, the numbers in the LED
Amps display C will ip for mounting
versatility. The unit can be mounted with
the power cord facing the top or bottom
while still being able to read the display.

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C

F

B

E

D

MODEM

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Digital Load Meter

Features

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If you press and hold this button B for 4

seconds you can display the IP Address
assigned to the unit in the LED Amps
display C. The default is no address
assigned. If this is the case, “no address”
will display, one letter at a time. If there
is an IP Address programmed, the address
will display 1 digit at a time with dashes
(-) representing dots or periods (.).

Outlets: During normal operation, the outlets distribute AC power to
connected equipment.

NEMA 5-20R

Cord Retention Bracket: Provides secure attachment points for connected
equipment cords.

Mounting Brackets: Use these brackets to mount the PDU.

SNMP Reset Button: Press the reset button for 3 seconds to reboot the PDU’s

network card. Rebooting the network card will not erase network settings or
interrupt AC power.

PS/2 Port: Use this port to connect a Tripp Lite ENVIROSENSE
environmental sensor to provide remote temperature/humidity monitoring
and a dry contact interface to control and monitor alarm, security and telecom
devices. Visit www.tripplite.com for ordering information. Note: Do not

connect a keyboard or mouse to this port.

RJ-45 Modem Port: Reserved for future use.

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CONFIG

A B

A

B

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Features

RJ-45 CONFIG Port: The port is reserved for conguration by factory
authorized personnel only. Do not connect anything to this port.

Ethernet Port: Use this RJ-45 jack to connect the PDU to the network with a
standard Ethernet patch cable. The Link LED A and Status LED B indicate
several operating conditions, as shown in the table below. This port is not

compatible with PoE (Power Over Ethernet) applications.

Network Operating Conditions

A

Link LED Color

Off No Network Connection
Flashing Amber 100 Mbps Network Connection
Flashing Green 10 Mbps Network Connection

B

Status LED Color

Off Card Not Initialized
Steady or Flashing Green Card Initialized and Operational
Steady Amber Error - Card Not Initialized

Configuration and Operation

Remote Monitoring and Control

The PDU provides remote monitoring A, outlet
control B and more via Web browser, telnet and
SNMP-based Network Management Systems.
For more information about conguration and
operation of the PDU via thePowerAlert Web
browser interface, refer to the SNMPWEBCARD
User’s Guide, included on the CD-ROM bundled
with the PDU.

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Service

Your Tripp Lite product is covered by the warranty described in this manual. A variety of Extended
Warranty and On-Site Service Programs are also available from Tripp Lite. For more information on
service, visit www.tripplite.com/support. Before returning your product for service, follow these steps:

1. Review the installation and operation procedures in this manual to insure that the service problem
does not originate from a misreading of the instructions.

2. If the problem continues, do not contact or return the product to the dealer. Instead, visit www

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tripplite.com/support.

3. If the problem requires service, visit www.tripplite.com/support and click the Product Returns link.
From here you can request a Returned Material Authorization (RMA) number, which is required for
service. This simple on-line form will ask for your unit’s model and serial numbers, along with other
general purchaser information. The RMA number, along with shipping instructions will be emailed
to you. Any damages (direct, indirect, special or consequential) to the product incurred during
shipment to Tripp Lite or an authorized Tripp Lite service center is not covered under warranty.
Products shipped to Tripp Lite or an authorized Tripp Lite service center must have transportation
charges prepaid. Mark the RMA number on the outside of the package. If the product is within its
warranty period, enclose a copy of your sales receipt. Return the product for service using an insured
carrier to the address given to you when you request the RMA.

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Warranty and Warranty Registration

2- YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

Seller warrants this product, if used in accordance with all applicable instructions, to be free from original defects
in material and workmanship for a period of 2 years from the date of initial purchase. If the product should prove
defective in material or workmanship within that period, Seller will repair or replace the product, in its sole discretion.
Service under this Warranty can only be obtained by your delivering or shipping the product (with all shipping or
delivery charges prepaid) to: Tripp Lite, 1111 W. 35th Street, Chicago, IL 60609 USA. Seller will pay return shipping
charges. Visit www.tripplite.com/support before sending any equipment back for repair.

THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO NORMAL WEAR OR TO DAMAGE RESULTING FROM ACCIDENT,
MISUSE, ABUSE OR NEGLECT. SELLER MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THE
WARRANTY EXPRESSLY SET FORTH HEREIN. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE
LAW, ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ALL WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR
FITNESS, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE; AND THIS
WARRANTY EXPRESSLY EXCLUDES ALL INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. (Some
states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, and some states do not allow the exclusion or
limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This
Warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction).

WARNING: The individual user should take care to determine prior to use whether this device is suitable, adequate
or safe for the use intended. Since individual applications are subject to great variation, the manufacturer makes no
representation or warranty as to the suitability or tness of these devices for any specic application.

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FCC Notice, Class A

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This
device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the
equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in
which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. The user must use shielded cables
and connectors with this equipment. Any changes or modications to this equipment not expressly approved by
Tripp Lite could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

Regulatory Compliance Identification Numbers

For the purpose of regulatory compliance certications and identication, your Tripp Lite product has been assigned
a unique series number. The series number can be found on the product nameplate label, along with all required
approval markings and information. When requesting compliance information for this product, always refer to the
series number. The series number should not be confused with the marking name or model number of the product.

The policy of Tripp Lite is one of continuous improvement. Specications are subject to change without notice.

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