Monitored PDU

Monitored power distribution units (PDUs) provide remote monitoring of energy consumption and metering on each individual outlet. They offer several key benefits:

Optimizing Power Infrastructure

Measure voltage, frequency, power factor, active and apparent power, and energy consumption for each outlet. With detailed power usage data from monitored PDUs, data centers can right-size their power infrastructure and eliminate unnecessary capital expense.

Having updated equipment information

Power distribution unit monitoring gives you access to information about your remote sites using a web interface. The monitoring system will also send you notifications about issues like alarms so you can take care of them right away. You’ll have continuous access to real-time information about your essential equipment.

Integrating with DCIM

Monitored rack PDUs can be integrated with data center infrastructure management (DCIM) software for centralized monitoring and control. They communicate via standard protocols like SNMP, Modbus and API, allowing their data to be incorporated into a unified DCIM dashboard.

Enabling Charge-Back

Monitored PDUs allow data centers to track power consumption at the individual device level. This enables accurate charge-back models where IT departments or customers are billed based on their actual energy usage.

Preventing Overloads

By monitoring power at the outlet level, Remote Monitored PDU can alert users to potential overload conditions before they occur. Users can set warning and critical thresholds for parameters like current, and receive notifications via email, SNMP traps or SMS when these are breached. This allows proactive action to prevent circuit overloads and downtime.

RS485 monitored rack PDU recommended by YOSUN

YOSUN’s smart monitored PDU is equipped with RS485 meter. RS485 meter is a data transmission protocol widely used in industrial environments. It supports multiple devices connected on the same communication bus and can effectively resist electromagnetic interference. RS485 uses differential transmission, with a transmission speed of up to 10Mbits/s and a greatly improved transmission distance, even up to 1200 meters or more. Power monitoring PDU usually uses this protocol for data exchange to ensure stability and reliability.

Which equipment are suitable for monitored PDUs

5、Circuit Breakers
Smart PDUs can monitor the status of circuit breakers, providing alerts when a breaker trips, which helps in quickly addressing power issues.
6、UPS Systems
They can also monitor Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS), ensuring that backup power systems are functioning correctly and providing alerts for maintenance needs.
7、Power Metrics
Smart PDUs can collect these power indicator data with high accuracy (±1%), such as voltage, current, active power, and energy consumption (kWh), enabling detailed analysis of power usage across all connected devices.
8、Custom Equipment
Any device that plugs into the PDU can potentially be monitored, making it adaptable to various IT environments.

Smart power monitoring PDUs are advanced devices designed to monitor, manage, and control power consumption for IT equipment in data centers. They provide a variety of monitoring capabilities for different types of equipment, enhancing operational efficiency and reliability. Below are the key types of equipment that smart PDUs can monitor:
1、Servers
Smart PDUs can monitor the power usage of individual servers, providing insights into their energy consumption patterns and helping to prevent overloads.
2、Networking Equipment
This includes switches, routers, and firewalls. Smart PDUs can track the power consumption of these devices, ensuring they operate within safe limits.
3、Storage Devices
Storage systems, such as SANs (Storage Area Networks) and NAS (Network Attached Storage), can also be monitored for power consumption, allowing for better energy management.
4、Environmental Sensors
Many smart PDUs support external sensors that monitor environmental conditions such as temperature, humidity, and airflow. This data helps optimize cooling and energy efficiency in the data center.

Monitored PDUs are available in different configurations to accommodate various power requirements and rack sizes. They provide a future-proof solution that allows upgrading monitoring capabilities without replacing the entire PDU.

By deploying monitored PDUs, data centers can gain valuable insights into power usage, optimize energy efficiency, and ensure the availability of critical IT equipment.

Monitored PDUs are ideal for high-density data centers that want to optimize power usage effectiveness (PUE) and proactively monitor environmental conditions like temperature and humidity within the rack. They provide a comprehensive view of power usage and enable data center managers to:

1、Evaluate energy usage trends
2、Identify opportunities for efficiency improvements
3、Justify IT equipment upgrades based on actual power consumption

Proper monitoring and control with custom PDUs

A power monitoring and control box can have customized features such as power type combinations and unique power conditioning abilities. YOSUN designs and manufactures custom PDUs that will meet your requirements and save time, space, and money. They will help you have thorough monitoring and control over your PDU through features like:

1、Power conditioning (filter, increased surge capability) to mitigate power disturbances to the end equipment.
2、Power conversion between AC and DC.
3、Power control features like switches and relay logic.
4、Emergency Power Off (EPO) or similar functions.
5、Ground Fault Detection.

The benefits of YOSUN custom PDU monitoring and control systems include:

1、Optimized electromagnetic interference (EMI) filters.
2、Internal sourcing for better lead time and cost.
3、Thousands of standard options for power supply, EMI filters, and controls.

Customize your wholesale Monitored PDUs from YOSUN manufacturer, you can customize it based on our stock designs or just your drawing designs. Anyway, YOSUN will provide you with a one-stop solution.

Strong manufacturing capabilities

6 assembly lines, assembling 30,000 pieces per month. Laser cutting workshop, cutting 50,000 pieces of aluminum alloy per day. Our factory has 8 injection molding machines, producing 70,000 pieces per day.

Certified Excellence

Quality control strictly according to ISO9001. Quality has always been paramount at YOSUN. Our PDU have Qualifed to GS, CE, VDE, ULBS, CB, ROHS,CCC certifications, assuring customers that the products they receive are safe, reliable, and made of the highest quality.

Cost-Effectiveness

YOSUN provides competitive pricing without compromising on quality. Their PDUs are not only affordable but also offer features typically found in higher-end models, making them a cost-effective choice for businesses looking to enhance their power distribution systems.

Steps to set up PDU for monitoring IP

To monitor an IP PDU (power distribution unit), you can set it up and manage it by following these steps:
Monitoring steps

Determine the IP address

First, you need to identify the IP address assigned to the PDU. This can be done by contacting the network administrator and providing the MAC address of the management card, or by looking up the IP address locally on the management card.

Remote monitoring configuration

Use a PDU that supports remote monitoring, such as the Vertiv Geist GU1 series or TrippLite's monitored PDUs. These devices typically provide local monitoring and IP remote monitoring capabilities, allowing users to monitor in real time through a secure web interface, SNMP, or Telnet interface.

Management interface access

Access the PDU's management interface through a web browser and enter the correct IP address and login credentials. Make sure to use a secure connection to protect data transmission.

Monitoring functions

Take advantage of the monitoring functions provided by the PDU to track key parameters such as current, power, power factor, and energy consumption. This data can help identify potential power usage issues and optimize energy efficiency in the data center.

Set up alerts and notifications

Configure custom notifications to get timely alerts when power usage exceeds preset thresholds. This helps to respond quickly to potential power issues.