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DATA CENTER

ESSENTIALS
Introduction to the components that support a
data center and how they work together

Part E4: Electrical >


Power Distribution Units
Power Distribution Units Agenda

• RPP
PDU Types • Floor mounted
• Rack mounted

• Monitoring
PDU Options • Outlet control
• Receptacle / Plug types
Terms to Understand

Term Definition
RPP Remote Power Panel
PDU Power Distribution Unit
Data center power path

Generators Switchgear Uninterruptable Power Remote Rack


Power Supply Distribution Unit Power Panel PDU
& distribution (UPS) (PDU) (RPP)

Utility

Utility

Data center electrical path

• PDUs
• Stand-alone
• Rack
• RPPs
DATA CENTER
ESSENTIALS
Power Distribution Unit Types
PDU redundant operation

The PDUs can be


located outside of
the white space,
on the raised floor,
adjacent and
inside racks

They can be set


up to operate in a
redundant fashion
to supply alternate
power sources to
the racks
Power Distribution Units (PDUs) types
Floor Mounted PDU

• Electrical transformation
• Metering and monitoring
• Typically cabling to racks by contractor
• Some modular designs with prefabricated cabling
• IT rack and hot/cold aisle integration

Track Busway

• Overhead
• Under raised floor

Rack PDUs (located in an IT rack)

• Basic power strip


• Metered & Switched

Panelboard Distribution

• Wall mounted
Floor Mounted PDU
Integrated transformer
• Voltage transformation and isolation
• K-rated for nonlinear load, harmonic currents
• Typically: 208Y/120V, 480Y/277V; Current of ~400A

2 to 4, 42 circuit panels for electrical


distribution

Main and branch circuit power metering and


quality

Integrated display

Remote communications
• Typically Modbus RTU or SNMP

Computer-grade grounding
Basic Rack PDU
A single input with
multiple output
receptacles Side mounted
• Side mount (zero U vertical PDU
space) or rack
mount (1U space)
• Single or three
phase possible
• Typically 120/208V,
208-240V to match Rack mounted
server needs horizontal PDU
• Often 16-30A for
lower density racks
• 60A+ for high
density rack
Rack mounted PDUs

The PDU can be installed at the factory or on site


Track Busway as a PDU
Track busway • Plug-in units can be added when
can be installed needed
over IT • Plug-in units with a wide range of
equipment receptacles, circuit breakers, drop cords,
outlets, metering options
rows. Changes • Removes under-floor power cabling
are easier

• 100A or 225A, 600V, 3 pole


Typical bus • Available as low as 40A, as high as
ratings 800A system
• Neutral and ground bus available.

Track busway is
generally
• Plug-in units can be added when
installed for the needed
maximum
expected load
Panelboard Distribution

Used for small capacity installations, low


density racks.

When low initial first cost is a priority.

IT changes are not likely or frequent.

Can accommodate unique rooms.

Easily available, quick contractor


implementation.

Can include branch circuit monitoring


and main metering.

Typically: 480Y/277V, 208Y/120V, up to


400A, up to 65kAIC, up to 75kVA
Three Phase PDUs
Three- • Typical ratings: 208-240V, three-
phase input phase
with • 400-415V PDUs have internal line-
to-neutral wiring which supplies
multiple servers with 240V 1-phase power.
output • 240V is within operating range of
IT power supplies
receptacles
Dual PDUs
Separate power
Two PDUs are
paths may begin
redundant
with these PDUs

Outlet grouping
load management
for each PDU is
possible
Activity
Identify the different locations for power distribution units
PDUs in
PDUs on the electrical rooms
raised floor

Overhead
electrical
busways

PDUs adjacent
to racks

PDUs in
racks

Underfloor
electrical
busways
DATA CENTER
ESSENTIALS
Power Distribution Unit Functionality
Intelligent PDUs
Often called iPDUs

Monitored:
• Provides real-time remote monitoring of connected loads: V, A, kW up to 99%, billing grade accuracy.
• User-defined alarms warn of potential circuit overloads before critical IT failures occur.
Switched:
• Provides remote on/off switching control of individual outlets for power cycling, delayed power sequencing, and outlet use management.

Network connectivity:
• via Web, SNMP, Telnet, Modbus, etc.
• Users can access, configure, manage PDUs remotely.
• Allows integration with DCIM, EPMS etc.

Local digital display


• Helps avoid overloaded circuits via warning when the current draw is close to the maximum amperage

Granular view and control


• Power analysis, energy management and power information for provisioning and capacity planning.
• Advance options included equipment discovery.
PDU options

Rack mounted PDUs have plenty of options for monitoring and control.
Receptacle / Plug Types
NEMA 5-15P
Receptacles / Plugs come in a
number of types to help restrict
improper connections
NEMA 1-15P
• Type dictates the form factor
• P = Plug (male)
• R = Receptacle (female) IEC 320 C13/C14
• L= Locking
End of presentation

DATA CENTER
ESSENTIALS
Part E4: Electrical >
Power Distribution Units

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