Eaton Managed ePDU - Chapter 1 Introduction

EATON Managed ePDUt User’s Guide S 164201xxx Rev 1 DRAFT 10−OCT−2008
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Chapter 1 Introduction
Eaton’s Managed ePDUt is an intelligent power distribution unit that allows you to
reboot remote servers and other network devices, and monitor power in the data
center through KVM switches and Secure Console Servers. From the office or from
anywhere, the ePDU can power on, power off, or reboot remote equipment, as well
as monitor current, voltage, power, and temperature.
The ePDU offers the ability to recover systems remotely in the event of system
failure and/or system lockup. It eliminates the need to perform manual intervention or
dispatch field personnel, reduces downtime and mean time to repair, and increases
productivity.
ePDU Models
The ePDU comes in several models that are built to stock and can be obtained almost
immediately. Eaton also offers custom models that are built to order and can only be
obtained on request.
ePDU Photos
The ePDU models are available in three sizes: zero U (0U), 1U, and 2U (see Figure 1
through Figure 3).
Figure 1. 0U Size