PANDUIT G5 PDU Server Rack Power Distribution Units Instruction Manual

PANDUIT G5 PDU Server Rack Power Distribution Units

Before You Begin

Overview

This document provides installation instructions and configuration instructions to qualified personnel for installing a Panduit Metered, Switched, and Metered & Switched Power Distribution Unit (PDU) into a datacenter rack. Please read all instructions before operating the equipment and save this manual for future reference.

Important Safety Information

See the complete regulatory compliance notices in Safety and Compliance Information for Server, Storage, Power, Networking, and Rack Products on the Panduit website (http://www.panduit.com/). In addition, follow the safety precautions that are specific to this device. This PDU is intended only for Information Technology Equipment (ITE) loads with linear/Power Factor Corrected (PFC) input current. If non-linear loads are connected, the nameplate current rating of the PDU must be reduced by a factor of 0.8.

WARNING: A risk of personal injury from electric shock and hazardous energy levels exists. The installation of options and routine maintenance and service of this product must be performed by individuals who are knowledgeable about the procedures, precautions, and hazards associated with AC power products.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS—–SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Follow these safety precautions when connecting multiple hardware components to power sources.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and damage to the equipment:

HIGH LEAKAGE CURRENT: To reduce the risk of electric shock due to high leakage currents, ensure that there is a reliable grounded (earthed) connection before connecting power distribution products to AC power. If a large number of products will be connected to a single PDU, it may be necessary to conduct an evaluation of the installation to verify the total amount of leakage current. The total combined leakage current should not exceed 5 percent of the input current for the PDU and associated load.

Connect only to a circuit providing branch circuit overcurrent protection of appropriate current rating. Connect the input power cord to a grounded (earthed) electrical outlet that is located near the equipment and is easily accessible. Be sure all circuit breakers are in the off position before connecting input power. Be sure that the devices connected to the Panduit PDU are adjusted for, or otherwise capable of, operation from the same line voltage supplying the PDU. Failure to verify the voltage can lead to severe equipment damage. Do not overload the PDU. The total input current rating of all equipment connected to each output cannot exceed the total output rating marked on the PDU. Use only the hardware provided to install the PDU. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, install this PDU in a temperature and humidity-controlled, indoor environment, free of conductive contaminants. Do not operate near water or excessive humidity (90% maximum noncondensing). Ambient temperature must not exceed 0°C to 60°C (32°F to 140°F). The internal components can become extremely hot during operation. Allow sufficient time for the PDU to cool before handling. Do not use a two-wire power cord in any product configuration. TO ISOLATE THIS EQUIPMENT, DISCONNECT THE POWER CORD.

DANGER: This PDU contains LETHAL VOLTAGES. NO repairs should be performed on these units except for the replacement of the management card. There are NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS inside the PDU. The installation of options, routine maintenance, and service of this product must be performed by individuals who are knowledgeable about the procedures, precautions, and hazards associated with AC power products.

IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT THIS EQUIPMENT IS CONNECTED TO AN ELECTRICAL SUPPLY.

For permanently connected PDUs, the installation must be performed by a licensed electrician, must be connected to an AC power source that is currently limited by a properly rated circuit breaker or fuse meeting national and local electrical codes, and must be connected to protective earth ground.

Required Tools

The following tools may be required for installation:

• Phillips screwdriver
• Torx screwdriver

Introduction

Classification Overview

The Panduit G5 Monitored, Switched, Monitored per Outlet, and Monitored & Switched per Outlet PDUs (Power Distribution Units) are intelligent PDUs designed to distribute power to IT equipment installed into a rack. These PDUs are single-phase (1Ph) or three-phase (3Ph) models with electrical metering and switching capabilities. Each PDU provides power distribution to IT loads through C13, C19, or NEMA 5-20R outlets. The quantity and location of outlets vary by model. The PDUs allow you to connect and manage these outlets from a single power connection. The PDUs can be managed from a Web interface, or a Command Line Interface (CLI), and viewed from the local display. Panduit PDUs are designed for use with all Panduit cabinets and are compatible with most third-party data center racks. The PDU models vary in form factor with several mounting configurations available.

Panduit Monitored PDU: Provides aggregate power monitoring to quickly identify potential power issues and reclaim available or under-utilized power capacity.

Panduit Switched PDU: Provides aggregate power monitoring and outlet level switching capabilities for individual outlets or a group of outlets. This PDU enables power sequencing, rebooting equipment, or restricting unauthorized use of individual outlets.

Panduit Monitored per Outlet PDU: Provides outlet-level power monitoring to quickly identify potential power issues and reclaim available or under- utilized power capacity at the outlet level.

Panduit Monitored & Switched per Outlet PDU: Provides outlet-level power monitoring and outlet-level switching capabilities for individual outlets or a group of outlets. Power monitoring at the individual outlet level provides actionable management data on the power consumption of each connected IT device, enabling the redeployment or decommissioning of individual servers to reclaim available or under-utilized power capacity.

Features

The Panduit Monitored, Switched, Monitored per Outlet, and Monitored & Switched PDUs provide the following features:

• The lower profile on Vertical PDUs enhances the serviceability area at the back of the rack.
• Multiple mounting options on Vertical PDUs can be mounted with outlets facing in toward the center of the rack, back, or front of the rack.
• With the higher operating temperature for all G5 series, PDUs rated for 60˚C operating temperature.
• Color-coded outlets to circuit breakers used to easily differentiate load segments and phases
• Integrated (cable tie accepting) cord retention on most C13 & C19 receptacles eliminates accidental disconnects.
• Supports optional dual locking cords on all C13 & C19 receptacles eliminates the need to use cable ties and locks on both ends of the power cord
• 1U PDUs support multiple mounting options and can be mounted horizontally in a U space or in the True 0U space between the RETMA rails.
• Hot Swappable Network Management Module allows power distribution during module replacement eliminating downtime.
• 1Gb Ethernet eliminates the need to manually set the network switch to run at a slower rate
• Daisy Chainable to network up to four of the same PDUs on one IP address.
• Enhanced Sensor Support supports up to six physical sensors (with optional hub) and eight measurements per PDU with a total of 32 measurements in a maximum daisy chain configuration.
• A highly visible OLED display improves visibility while providing local access to view configuration settings. Automatically enters power save mode to conserve energy and protect the display from burn-in.

Form Factors

Details of the form factors that are covered within this document.

install vertically in the 0U space at the back of the rack. There are also Half and Full-height dual-sided models that install vertically in the 0U space in the back of the rack. The dual-sided model mounts on its side with outlets facing the back of the rack.
1U| 1U PDUs can be installed in a U position in the rack, or in the true 0U space on the side of the rack between the RETMA rails.
2U| 2U PDUs can be installed in a U position in the rack.

Load Segment and Phase Distinction

Panduit G5 PDUs have colored receptacles to help distinguish between the different load segments and phases. All Panduit three-phase PDUs have different colored receptacles (white, light gray, and dark gray) to distinguish the different phases. All Panduit PDUs with breakers have different colored receptacles to distinguish the different load segments (with one exception as noted below). For single-phase, PDUs with no breakers the receptacles are all black.

There is one exception to the different colored receptacles per load segment. The three-phase half-height dual-sided model has two different load segments on each phase as shown in the illustration below.

• Three Phase Half-Height Dual-Sided PDU Example

Power Cord Retention

Integrated Cord Retention

Most IEC C13 and C19 outlet on the PDU comes equipped with an integrated cord retention feature. This will allow you to secure the cord to the outlet without a cord retention bracket. The Dual Sided PDU models to not include this feature to save space; however those PDU models are locking cord compatible.

1. Plug in the power cord.
2. Using the tie wraps provided, slide the end of the tie wrap into the notch on the PDU next to the desired outlet and wrap around the cord.
3. Secure the tie wrap.

Locking Power Cord

Optional locking power cords can be used on each IEC C13 (Image A) and C19 (Image B) outlet on the PDUs. Several lengths are available to support any configuration. The image below shows the locking power cord engaged with the outlets.

Installing the PDU

Vertical PDUs

• Panduit Vertical PDUs include the following form factors: half-height, mid-height, and full-height models. This section covers the recommended installation methods.

Install Mounting Hardware

Each vertical PDU has two different mounting hole locations on the sides and back of the PDU for the button installation to assist with mounting in a non- Panduit rack. When installing the mounting buttons, use either mounting hole as a set.

Mounting button installation – outlets facing the center of the rack

1. Align and install the mounting buttons with the screw holes on the face, opposite of the receptacles.
2. Install the PDU by inserting the mounting buttons into the keyhole slots on the PDU mounting bracket in the rack.

Mounting button installation – outlets facing the back or front of the rack

1. Align and install the mounting buttons with the screw holes on the sides of the PDU.
2. Install the PDU by inserting the mounting buttons into the keyhole slots on the PDU mounting bracket in the rack.

Vertical (0U) PDU– Single Installation

A single vertical unit can be installed with the outlets facing the center (A), outlets facing the back of the rack (B), or outlets facing the front of the rack (C). The pictures below illustrate these installation methods.

NOTE: The above installation methods are true for all vertical models except for the dual-sided models. Those units can only mount on their side with outlets facing the back of the rack. Reference the dual-sided PDU installation section for installation instructions.

Vertical (0U) PDU– Two or More Installation

For two full-height (in a 42U/45U/48U rack), two mid-height (in a 42U/45U/48U rack), or four half-height (in a 42U/45U/48U rack) vertical units to be mounted on one side of the rack, all units must be installed with the outlets facing in towards the center of the rack.

NOTE: (A) Two full-height PDUs with outlets facing in toward the center of the rack; (B) Two mid-height PDUs with outlets facing in toward the center of the rack; (C) Four half-height PDUs with outlets facing in towards the center of the rack.

Dual-Sided PDU Installation

This unique form factor comes in both full-height (A) and half-height (B) models and can only be side mounted (installed on the sides of the PDU with the outlets facing the rear of the cabinet and circuit breakers facing the inside of the cabinet when viewing the cabinet from the rear.

NOTE: One full-height can be installed per side of the rack whereas two half-height models per side (one on the top and the other on the bottom).

1U PDUs

Mounting Options

This unit can be installed in any 1U location of the rack. Additionally, the mounting ears can be removed and rotated 180°. This feature is on both the 1RU and 2RU PDUs.

1. Remove the 4 screws holding each ear on.
2. Rotate the bracket 180°.
3. Re-install the bracket and fasten the screws.

Mounting Hardware Installation

• 1U PDU mounting in a U position of the rack

1. Install the cage nuts at the desired U location.
2. Screw the mounting bracket ears into the RETMA rail surface at the U location where the cage nuts were installed.

2U PDUs

Mounting Options

• This unit can be installed in any U locations of the rack.

Mounting Hardware Installation

1. Install cage nuts at the desired U locations.
2. Install the PDU.

Grounding the PDU

Connecting the Ground Bonding Cable

Per international regulatory requirements, the primary Safety Earth Bond connection is contained in the PDU as an integral part of the branch circuit cabling and plug. There is an external ground bonding point located on the chassis of the PDU. The ground bonding screw is provided as an attachment point for conductors. Use a ground bonding cable if the rack contains any conductors for functional grounding or bonding of ungrounded metal parts. This bonding point can also be used to bond the PDU to a known earthed reference terminal in the building. The ground bounding point is located on the surface with the receptacles on all PDUs except for the dual-sided models. These models have the ground bounding point on the surface with the circuit breakers.

Bond Power Distribution Units (PDUs) to grounding strip or grounding bus bar. See Panduit Grounding and Bonding Jumper kits for factory terminated options to provide a bolt-on solution.

Bonding

This product contains an external earthing screw with a star washer, which should be used for supplementary Earth bonding to the rack metalwork.

Bonding

Minimum Requirements for Bonding Conductors
Up to and including 32A| 12 AWG
Up to and including 63A| 8 AWG
Up to and including 80A| 6 AWG
Screw Size
Over 16A, less than or equal to 40A| 5mm
Over 40A, less than or equal to 63A| 6mm
64A| 7mm

Connecting the PDU

Connecting the PDU to a Power Source

• Always follow local and national codes when installing the PDU. The PDU should be connected to a dedicated circuit protected by a branch circuit breaker matching the PDU input plug type.

NOTE: When connecting the PDU to a Power Source, make sure that you have enough length in the PDU power cord to reach the PDU power source.

1. Turn the feed circuit breaker Off.
2. Make sure that all circuit breakers on the PDU are set to On.
3. Connect each PDU to an appropriately rated branch circuit.
4. NOTE: Refer to the label on the PDU for the input ratings.
5. Turn the feed circuit breaker On. The OLED screen (on units with display) will display a status bar when the PDU operating system is loading. When complete, the Main Menu will display on the OLED screen. Switched and Monitored & Switched PDUs show a light corresponding to each outlet as it is powered up.

References

• Panduit | Network Infrastructure and Industrial Electrical Wiring

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