Black Box APC Switched Rack PDU User manual

Monitor and control power consumption
for eight devices from near or far.
Monitor and control power consumption
for eight devices from near or far.
APC Switched Rack PDU
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FEATURES
• Monitor aggregate power consumption
locally and remotely.
• Control and manage up to eight device
outlets individually.
• Set alarm thresholds to alert you
to overloaded circuits.
• Manage power through the Web,
Telnet™, SNMP, SSH, or the APC
InfraStruXure®Manager interfaces.
• Check aggregate current draw on the
digital display.
• An alarm sounds when current draw
is close to the maximum limit.
• LEDs indicate overload and
warning conditions.
• Control individual outlets’ on/off
switches to prevent overloads.
• Set independent power values for
each device.
• Power delays enable you to sequence
power on and off for each piece
of equipment.
• Support multiple users and assign
different types of user accounts.
• Import data and event logs
into spreadsheets.
• Advanced security protocols
protect data.
• Mount horizontally or vertically.
• Firmware is flash upgradable for
uninterrupted operation.
OVERVIEW
Not sure how many rackmountable devices you can safely plug
into your outlets? Monitor and control your power consumption
with the APC
®
Switched Rack PDU.
Designed for today’s sophisticated IT environments, this
network-manageable power distribution unit (PDU) enables you
to control power independently for eight devices. Power on/off,
set delays, monitor current, set alarm thresholds, reboot devices,
and more. And you can control all these ports locally or remotely.
Power up!
It’s easy to monitor the aggregate current draw—just glance
at the digital display on the PDU. Or check it on-line if you’re
away from the data center. It’s a great way for IT managers and
installers to avoid overloaded circuits when the current draw gets
too close to the maximum amperage.
Sound the alarm.
You can set current thresholds for each individual outlet, and
for the aggregate current of the entire PDU and the attached
devices. If the current draw approaches the threshold, an
alarm alerts you of potential circuit overloads. Values below
the threshold also trigger an alarm.
Independent thinking.
Depending on your equipment, you can set independent
values for each individual outlet. Parameters include power on,
power off, power on delay, power off delay, reboot duration,
and recycle power. To avoid an in-rush of power at start-up, you
can set up power sequencing and determine which equipment
is powered up and when.
Save unnecessary trips.
Instead of hopping in your car in the middle of the night,
control power and reboot equipment from the comfort of home.
Full-featured network management interfaces enable you to
control individual outlets via the Web, SNMP, Telnet, and the APC
InfraStruXure system. You can access, configure, and manage units
remotely. Turn outlets off that aren't in use to prevent overloads,
recycle power to locked-up equipment, and more.
Be an account manager.
You can set up and manage user access to individual outlets
and provide more system security. The four different types of
accounts include: administrator, device user, outlet user, and read-
only user. You can also set up an independent user account for
each outlet. For easier tracking, you can upload event and data
logs into a spreadsheet.
The firmware is easily upgradable for future enhancements.
Rack it up.
Put power where you need it most. You can rack the PDU
horizontally or vertically, depending on your equipment setup.
Just plug the PDU into your power source, and then plug your
eight devices into the PDU.
Please remember, the PDU does not provide power backup
or surge protection. You will need a separate device for power
protection.
Item Code
APC Switched Rack PDU, 1U, 16 A, 208/230 V AP7921
✦ APC Switched Rack PDU
✦ Configuration cable
✦ Mounting screws
✦ Cord retention trays
✦ Installation guide
✦ Rackmounting brackets
✦ User’s manual
WHAT‘S INCLUDED
TECH SPECS
Approvals — EMC: FCC Part 15 Class A, ICES-003, VCCI, EN55022, EN55024,
IEC 61000-3-2, IEC 61000-3-3, AS/NZS 3548;
Safety: UL®, cUL, CE, VDE
Load Capacity — 3680 joules
Regulatory Derated Input Current — 16 Amps
Total Current (Maximum) — UL®: 16 Amps, 12 Amps maximum/outlet;
cUL: 12 Amps maximum total, 12 Amps maximum/outlet;
VDE: 16 Amps maximum total, 10 Amps maximum/outlet
CE Approval — Yes
Connectors — Input: (1) IEC-320-C20;
Output: (8) IEC-320-C13;
10/100 Ethernet: (1) RJ-45;
Serial: (1) RJ-11
Indicators — LEDs: (3) Bank/phase; (2) status, (1) link; (1) LCD display
showing current used by the PDU and attached devices
Operating Environment —
Temperature: Operating: +23 to +113° F (-5 to +45° C);
Storage: -13 to +149° F (-25 to +65° C);
Humidity: Operating and Storage: 5 to 95% noncondensing
Power — Nominal input voltage: 208–230 VAC, 50–60 Hz; acceptable
input voltage: 200–240 VAC
Size — 1.75"H x 17.5"W x 4.25"D (4.4 x 44.5 x 10.8 cm)
Weight — 5 lb. (2.3 kg)
Warranty — 1 year
NOTE: The PDU does not provide power protection. It is
recommended that you do NOT plug it directly into any
unprotected power source, such as a wall outlet.