Vertiv Geist GU2 Series Installation and maintenance instructions

Geist™
Intelligent Rack PDU
Installer/User Guide
Switched, Unit and Outlet Monitored Upgradeable

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 Overview 1
1.1 Environmental 1
1.2 Electrical 2
1.3 Networking 2
1.3.1 Ethernet 2
1.3.2 Protocols 2
1.3.3 User interfaces 2
1.3.4 Regulatory compliance 3
2 Installation 5
2.1 Mounting 5
3 Setup 17
3.1 Interchangeable Monitoring Device (IMD-3E) 17
3.1.1 Enhanced Switched Monitored 17
3.1.2 Enhanced Switched Monitored with RS-232 19
3.1.3 Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP) 20
3.2 Network Setup 21
3.3 Web Interface 25
3.3.1 Home page 25
3.3.2 Sensors tab 26
3.3.3 System tab 32
3.3.4 Help tab 47
4 Vertiv Intelligence Director 49
4.1 Aggregation 49
4.2 Master rPDU 49
4.3 Network Configuration 50
4.3.1 Downstream Devices 50
4.4 Views 52
4.4.1 Summary 53
4.4.2 Groups 54
4.4.3 List 55
4.4.4 Group Configuration 56
4.5 Interfaces 57
4.5.1 Group SNMP data 58
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4.5.2 Tips and troubleshooting 58
5 Appendices 59
Appendix A: Technical Support 59
Appendix B: Visible Light Communication (VLC) 63
Appendix C: Vertiv Mobile App 65
Appendix D: Available Sensors 72
Appendix E: Outlet LEDs 73
Appendix F: IMD Display Codes 74
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1 OVERVIEW
The Upgradeable second generation (GU2) product is a high tier rack level power distribution unit (rPDU)
with input and output monitoring, outlet level switching, remote network access via an embedded Vertiv
API, and with external sensor support via built-in Enhanced Communications (EC) card. The embedded
web based Graphical User Interface (GUI) provides access to user product configuration and data logging.
GU2 PDUs are available in a wide range of SKUs to support all standard global input voltages, enterprise
and hyperscale rack loads of over 20 kVA, and single-phase and three-phase Delta or Wye building wiring
configurations.
INPUT POWER
MONITORING
OUTLET LEVEL POWER
MONITORING
OUTLET LEVEL
SWITCHING
Switched Input Level Monitoring
EC x x
Outlet Level Monitoring EC x x
Switched Outlet Level Monitoring
EC xxx
Table 1.1 GU2 Families
1.1 Environmental
The operational environmental limits pertaining to temperature, humidity and elevation are as defined in
the following tables.
DESCRIPTION MINIMUM MAXIMUM
Operating 10°C (50°F) 60°C (140°F) UL Listed Models
50°C (122°F) CE Marked Models
Storage -40°C (-40°F) 70°C (158°F) max
Table 1.2 Temperature Limits
DESCRIPTION MINIMUM MAXIMUM
Operating 5% 95% (non-condensing)
Storage 5% 95% (non-condensing)
Table 1.3 Humidity Limits
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DESCRIPTION MINIMUM MAXIMUM
Operating 0 m (0 ft) 3,050 m (10,000 ft)
Storage 0 m (0 ft) 15,240 m (50,000 ft)
Table 1.4 Elevation Limits
1.2 Electrical
Electrical product characteristics and performance are defined in the following table. Also, please see the
product nameplate for additional rating limits.
TYPE RATINGS
NEMA 5-15R or L5-15R 125Vac, 12A
NEMA 5-20R or L5-20R 125Vac, 16A
NEMA 6-20R or L6-20R 250Vac, 16A
NEMA L5-30R 125Vac, 24A
NEMA L6-30R 250Vac, 24A
IEC-60320 C13 250Vac, 10A (UL & CSA 12A, 250Vac)
IEC-60320 C19 250Vac, 16A (UL & CSA 16A, 250Vac)
U-Lock Locking IEC-60320 C13 250Vac, 10A (UL & CSA 12A, 250Vac)
U-Lock Locking IEC-60320 C19 250Vac, 16A (UL & CSA 16A, 250Vac)
Table 1.5 Receptacle Ratings
1.3 Networking
The product communications requirements are defined in the next sections.
1.3.1 Ethernet
The Ethernet link speed for this product is: 10/100 Mb; full duplex.
1.3.2 Protocols
The communications protocols supported by this product include: ARP, IPv4, IPv6, ICMP, ICMPv6, NDP,
TCP, UDP, RSTP, STP, DNS, HTTP, HTTPS (TLSv1.2), SMTP, SMTPS, DHCP, SNMP (v1/v2c/v3), LDAP,
TACACS, RADIUS, NTP, SSH, RS232 and Syslog.
1.3.3 User interfaces
This product supports the following user interfaces: SNMP, JSON-based Web GUI, JSON API and
Command-line interface using SSH or serial (RS232).
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1.3.4 Regulatory compliance
Vertiv products are regulated for Safety, Emissions and Environment Impact per the following agencies
and policies.
Underwriters Laboratories (UL)
UL Standards are used to assess products; test components, materials, systems and performance; and
evaluate environmentally sustainable products, renewable energies, food and water products, recycling
systems and other innovative technologies.
The UL standards specific to this equipment are as noted on the device nameplate.
CE
The placement of the CE mark on a product signifies a manufacturer's declaration that the product
complies with the applicable European (EU) health, safety, and environmental protection requirements,
including EU legislation and product directives. The CE mark is required for products offered for sale
within the European Economic Area (EEA).
The specific regulations, directives, and standards applicable to each product are specified on the
Declaration of Conformity.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulates interstate and international communications
by radio, television, wire, satellite, and cable in all 50 states, the District of Columbia and U.S. territories. An
independent U.S. government agency overseen by Congress, the commission is the United States'
primary authority for communications laws, regulation and technological innovation.
The FCC standards specific to this equipment are:
This Class A 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
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
WARNING! Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
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ROHS/WEEE
RoHS, also known as Lead-Free, stands for Restriction of Hazardous Substances. RoHS, also known as
Directive 2002/95/EC, originated in the European Union and restricts the use of six hazardous materials
found in electrical and electronic products. All applicable products in the EU market after July 1, 2006
must pass RoHS compliance. RoHS impacts the entire electronics industry and many electrical products
as well.
WEEE stands for Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment. WEEE Directive 2002/96/EC mandates
the treatment, recovery and recycling of electric and electronic equipment (90% ends up in landfills). All
applicable products in the EU market must pass WEEE compliance and carry the Wheelie Bin sticker.
See product label for RoHS/WEEE compliance marks.
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2 INSTALLATION
Using the images in the mounting section, install your rack PDU.
NOTE: Please visit http://www.VertivCo.com/ComplianceRegulatoryInfo for important safety
information prior to installation.
To install your unit:
1. Using appropriate hardware, mount unit to rack.
2. Plug the rPDU into an appropriately-rated and protected branch-circuit receptacle.
3. Plug in the devices to be powered by the rPDU.
4. Turn on each device connected to the rPDU.
NOTE: Sequential power-up is recommended to avoid high inrush current.
2.1 Mounting
Optional brackets are sold separately.
Figure 2.1 Full-length brackets
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Figure 2.2 Mini L Brackets
Figure 2.3 Vertical Extension Brackets
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Figure 2.4 Toolless Mounting Hardware
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Figure 2.5 Toolless Full Length Brackets
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Figure 2.6 Single Side Mount 2 Units Brackets
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Figure 2.7 Offset/Side Mount Brackets
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Figure 2.8 7" Extension Brackets
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Figure 2.9 Flush Mount Bracket
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Figure 2.10 Adjustable Mount Bracket
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Figure 2.11 Panel Mount Bracket
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Figure 2.12 23" Conversion Mounting Brackets
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Figure 2.13 19" Horizontal/Panel Mount Brackets
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