Page 2 - Notes and Warnings; This rPDU contains; LETHAL VOLTAGES; . All repairs and service should be performed by; AUTHORIZED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY; inside
Notes and Warnings NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your product. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury or in property damage incidents. WARNING: A WARNING indicates a...
Page 3 - Table of Contents; Introduction
3 Table of Contents | Table of Contents 1 Introduction Physical Description 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Installation Configurations 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Strain Relief Brackets 10 ...
Page 5 - Web Interface Operation
5 Table of Contents | reboot command 61 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . sensors command 62 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . temperature command 63 . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
Page 7 - The Dell
7 Introduction | Introduction The Dell t Metered Rack Power Distribution Unit (rPDU) models are installed at the rear in a rack enclosure. The rack enclosure is designed to hold and protect server, network, and data storage equipment. The rPDUsdistribute power in the rack. The rPDUs are mounted vert...
Page 9 - Physical Description; Installation Configurations; The standard mounting orientation for the rPDU is 180; The rPDU can also be mounted in a 90
9 Introduction | Physical Description Installation Configurations The rPDUs can be mounted vertically in several installation configurations and orientations to accommodatedifferent site needs. Either one or two rPDUs can be installed in each rPDU tray in the back of a rack enclosure,providing a tot...
Page 10 - Strain Relief Brackets; The rPDUs are configured in either Delta or Wye topology.
10 | Introduction rPDU installed using deep mounting pegs on the side (90°) rPDU installed using standard mounting pegs on the back (180°) Figure 3. Standard 180° and 90° rPDU Installation Strain Relief Brackets You can install optional strain relief brackets on any rPDU model. Models with dense rec...
Page 11 - Attached Input Connections; The DELLM0003 model does not have circuit breakers.
11 Introduction | Attached Input Connections All models use an IEC60309 input connector plug on a 3m (10 ft) cable attached to the rPDU. The type of inputconnector plug varies by model to accommodate different amperage ratings and Delta or Wye configurations. The input connector plugs have Ingress P...
Page 12 - LCD Panel and Pushbutton Controls; Communication and Monitoring Ports; Dry contact sensor
12 | Introduction LCD Panel and Pushbutton Controls The rPDU interface provides access to real-time performance monitoring and event notification data throughthe LCD panel and pushbutton controls. This interface is also used to set user-configurable values, such as alarmor warning thresholds. See Fi...
Page 13 - Finding Information
13 Introduction | Finding Information CAUTION: The Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory Information document provides important safety and regulatory information. What are You Looking For? Find It Here S Dell Metered Rack Power Distribution Unit (rPDU)User's Guide S Other rPDU documentation, such a...
Page 14 - Safety Warnings
14 | Safety Warnings Safety Warnings IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSSAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This manual contains important instructions that you should follow during installation and operation of the Dell Metered RackPower Distribution Unit (rPDU). Please read all instructions before operating the equ...
Page 15 - Installation; This section explains:; Unpacking the rPDU
15 Installation | Installation This section explains: S Unpacking the Dell Metered Rack Power Distribution Unit (rPDU) equipment S Equipment inspection S Setup and installation S Starting up and shutting down the rPDU S Front panel diagrams Unpacking the rPDU CAUTION: Hazard of electric shock. Unpac...
Page 16 - Inspecting the Equipment
16 | Installation 3 Place the rPDU in a protected area that has adequate airflow and is free of humidity, flammable gas, andcorrosion. 4 Discard or recycle the packaging in a responsible manner, or store it for future use. Inspecting the Equipment If any equipment has been damaged during shipment, k...
Page 17 - Preparing for Installation; Installing Strain Relief Brackets
17 Installation | Preparing for Installation Before installing the rPDUs in a rack enclosure, consider location and orientation. For most installations, theselected location and orientation depends on the number of rPDUs that will be installed and the cablemanagement plan. For example, suppose you p...
Page 18 - Installing Deep Mounting Pegs; mounting installations:
18 | Installation Side-Mounted Strain Relief Bracket Front-Mounted Strain Relief Bracket Figure 6. Strain Relief Bracket Installing Deep Mounting Pegs To install the deep mounting pegs (supplied) on the side of the rPDU for 90 ° mounting installations: 1 Remove the two deep mounting pegs and two mou...
Page 19 - Installing the rPDU in the Rack Enclosure; To install the rPDU in a rack enclosure:
19 Installation | Figure 7. Installing the Deep Mounting Pegs Installing the rPDU in the Rack Enclosure To install the rPDU in a rack enclosure: 1 Move the rPDU into position at the rear of the rack enclosure. 2 Select the proper keyholes in the rPDU tray for mounting the rPDU. 3 Align the mounting ...
Page 20 - Continue to “Attaching the Ground Wire” section on page 21.
20 | Installation Figure 9. Mounting Two rPDUs in the PDU Tray 6 Continue to “Attaching the Ground Wire” section on page 21.
Page 21 - Attaching the Ground Wire; To attach the ground wire to the rack:; Continue to “Connecting Protected Equipment” on page 22.
21 Installation | Attaching the Ground Wire To attach the ground wire to the rack: NOTE: Dell recommends that you ground the rPDU to the rack frame with the ground wire provided in the Grounding Wire Kit. 1 Connect one end of the ground wire to the ground bonding point location on the front panel of...
Page 22 - Connecting the Protected Equipment; Starting the rPDU; Models with circuit breakers only.
22 | Installation Connecting the Protected Equipment CAUTION: For PLUGGABLE EQUIPMENT, the power outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be readily accessible. CAUTION: The rPDU output receptacles for each phase are protected by two 20A circuit breakers on the front panel. Confirm tha...
Page 23 - Front Panels; This section shows the front panels of the rPDU models.
23 Installation | Front Panels This section shows the front panels of the rPDU models. rPDU Model Number See Figure On Page DELLM0001 Figure 11 23 DELLM001A Figure 11 23 DELLM0002 Figure 12 24 DELLM0003 Figure 13 24 DELLM0004 Figure 14 25 DELLM004A Figure 14 25 DELLM0005 Figure 15 25 DELLM0006 Figur...
Page 27 - External Signaling Ports; Communication ports; Communication Ports
27 External Signaling Ports | External Signaling Ports Two types of external signaling ports are provided on the rPDU front panel (see Figure 18): S Communication ports S Monitoring ports Ethernet Port Serial Port Dry Contact Sensor Port Temperature/Humidity Sensor Port NMC Reset Button Figure 18. C...
Page 28 - Serial Port; Configure the internal NMC at startup; Table 2 provides RS-232 serial connector port pin assignments.
28 | External Signaling Ports Serial Port The serial port provides RS-232 serial communication between the rPDUs and a computer using an RJ-45 toDB-9 serial cable (supplied). Use the serial port to connect to a PC and perform the following using a CLI: S Configure the internal NMC at startup S Upgra...
Page 29 - Table 3 provides RJ-45 serial connector port pin assignments.; To create an Ethernet connection between the rPDU and the network:; Monitoring Ports; Temperature and Humidity Sensor (Optional)
29 External Signaling Ports | Table 3 provides RJ-45 serial connector port pin assignments. Table 3. Serial Communication RJ-45 Port Pin Assignment Pin Signal Name Function Direction from the rPDU 1 Unused — 2 Unused — 3 Unused — 4 RXD Receive Data In 5 TXD Transmit Data Out 6 GND Ground — 7 Unused ...
Page 31 - LCD Operation; LCD panel and control button functions; LCD Panel and Control Buttons
31 LCD Operation | LCD Operation This chapter contains information on how to use the Dell Metered Rack Power Distribution Unit (rPDU),including: S LCD panel and control button functions S Menu selections NOTE: The LCD panel language is not configurable. Only English is provided. LCD Panel and Contro...
Page 32 - Table 4 describes the elements that comprise the LCD panel.
32 | LCD Operation Table 4 describes the elements that comprise the LCD panel. Table 4. LCD Panel Elements LCD Panel Element Description Scroll up to go back to previous options or menu level s Selects a menu or option Scroll down to see the next option or menu level A standard backlight is continua...
Page 33 - Locking a Screen; To lock a screen, press the; Automatic Alarm Notification; Screen lock is activated; Input Status Screen
33 LCD Operation | Locking a Screen To lock a screen, press the button. The screen view stays locked and does not automatically return to the default screen after time-out. When the screen is locked, the image of a key appears at the top of locked screen. Pressing any control button unlocks the scre...
Page 34 - Table 6 describes the values on the Input Status screen display.; Main Menu Selections; Make a selection from the rPDU
34 | LCD Operation Table 6 describes the values on the Input Status screen display. Table 6. Input Status Screen Status Description Input Voltage (V) Present average of the total input voltage for all three rPDU phases, reported in Volts (V). NOTE: If any phase fails to report voltage, the voltage f...
Page 35 - Table 7 provides descriptions of Main Menu selections.; Selecting a Menu; From the Main menu, use the or button to navigate to any menu.; Performance Menu; The Environment menu displays the present temperature (
35 LCD Operation | Table 7 provides descriptions of Main Menu selections. Table 7. Main Menu Selections Main Menu Description Performance Selections on the Performance Menu display data that represent the real-time operating statusof the system. S The L1, L2, or L3 submenus provide voltage, frequenc...
Page 36 - Retrieving Performance Information
36 | LCD Operation Retrieving Performance Information To select an option and retrieve rPDU performance information: 1 From the Main menu, use the or buttons to navigate to the Performance menu. 2 Press and release the button to select the Performance menu. 3 Use the or buttons to navigate to a subm...
Page 38 - Measured and Calculated Meters
38 | LCD Operation Table 8. Performance Menu Selections (Fortsetzung) Option Description PerformanceSubmenu Power Active Power Provides the calculated value of the overall input,displayed in watts (W) Apparent Power Provides the calculated value of the overall input,displayed in Volt-amperes (VA) In...
Page 39 - Alarms Menu; Retrieving Active Alarms; To retrieve active alarms:
39 LCD Operation | Table 9. Measured and Calculated Meters (Fortsetzung) Description Meter Unit Peak ConsumptionWatts (with time stamp) Watts (W) Peak power demand on the rPDU with time and date stamp of the most recent data update Cumulative Kilowatt perhour (with time stamp) Kilowatt per hour(kWh)...
Page 42 - Event Log; Retrieving the Event Log; To retrieve the logged events:
42 | LCD Operation Table 10. Alarms , Notices, and Events (Fortsetzung) Name Type Description Fatal EEPROM Fault This alarm occurs when the EEPROM experiences aRange Check Failure alarm, an incorrect EEPROMmodel map alarm, or an EEPROM Checksum Failurealarm. Generates an alarm and is logged in the E...
Page 43 - System Info; Retrieving System Identification Information; Settings
43 LCD Operation | System Info The System Info menu screens display the following rPDU identification information: S Type and model S rPDU part number S Serial number S NMC firmware version S NMC IP address S NMC MAC address S rPDU firmware Retrieving System Identification Information To retrieve rP...
Page 44 - Use the or buttons to toggle to the value you want to set.; Table 11 provides descriptions of Settings menu selections.
44 | LCD Operation 7 Use the or buttons to toggle to the value you want to set. 8 Set a new value by pressing the button again for longer than one second. 9 To exit any screen and return to the previous menu level, press the button for longer than one second. Figure 28. Example Settings Displays Tab...
Page 50 - Serial Interface Operation; Supported Commands
50 | Serial Interface Operation Serial Interface Operation This section describes remotely configuring and monitoring a Dell Metered Rack Power Distribution Unit(rPDU) through the serial interface connection between the rPDU internal Dell Network Management Card(NMC) and a laptop or workstation. Acc...
Page 51 - Nomenclature; saved connection; New Connection
51 Serial Interface Operation | NOTE: You must be logged in to the rPDU before commands can be sent. NOTE: See Page 56 though Page 64 for descriptions of the serial interface commands, including syntax, query options, and example responses. Nomenclature The serial interface CLI uses a different nome...
Page 53 - On the; Properties; dialog for the port you selected, set the; Port Settings; values from the drop-down lists; “Configuring the Network with a DHCP Server” on page 54
53 Serial Interface Operation | Figure 30. Define Serial Connection 8 On the Properties dialog for the port you selected, set the Port Settings values from the drop-down lists (see Table 13). Table 13. Serial Connection Port Settings Port Setting Value Baud Rate 9600 Data Bits 8 Parity None Stop Bit...
Page 54 - Configuring the Network with a DHCP Server
54 | Serial Interface Operation Configuring the Network with a DHCP Server NOTE: The NMC automatically collects the network configuration settings (IP parameters) from the server by default. When the NMC is not connected to the network, it continuously attempts to connect. When the connection is est...
Page 55 - Configuring the Network without a DHCP Server
55 Serial Interface Operation | Configuring the Network without a DHCP Server To configure a network without a DHCP server: 1 In the HyperTerminal session window, enter admin at the User prompt, then enter admin at the password prompt. 2 Type 2 to select Network Settings and press Enter . The Networ...
Page 56 - alarm command; Usage
56 | Serial Interface Operation alarm command Use this command to retrieve critical alarm thresholds for individual phases and a total of all phases. Also usethis command to set the critical alarm threshold value for individual phases (L1, L2, and L3) or for a total of allphase lines on the rPDU. Us...
Page 57 - current command; Retrieve the present current measurement for a specific rPDU
57 Serial Interface Operation | current command Use this command to retrieve the present current measurement for each rPDU phase line. Usage <rPDU>current<rPDU>current [summary]<rPDU>current [X|Y|Z] (for three-phase models)<rPDU>current threshold [X|Y|Z] (for three-phase mode...
Page 58 - rPDU>current threshold; exit command
58 | Serial Interface Operation Retrieve the present current threshold for all rPDU phases (L1, L2, or L3) rPDU>current threshold Example rPDU>current thresholdrPDU: Threshold Phase X 24.0:18.0:0.0rPDU: Threshold Phase Y 22.0:17.0:2.0rPDU: Threshold Phase Z 22.0:17.0:2.0 Retrieve the present c...
Page 59 - factory_defaults command; help command; List detailed help on a specific rPDU CLI command
59 Serial Interface Operation | factory_defaults command Use this command to reset the rPDU configuration to the factory defaults. Usage <rPDU>factory_defaults Reset the rPDU configuration to the factory defaults rPDU>factory_defaults Example rPDU>factory_defaultsSetting configuration to...
Page 60 - network command; Access the serial interface CLI to modify network configuration
60 | Serial Interface Operation network command Use this command to access the serial interface CLI and retrieve or modify network configuration. Usage rPDU>network Access the serial interface CLI to retrieve network configuration rPDU>network Example ------------------------------------------...
Page 61 - power command; Reset the peak consumption watts power readings to zero; reboot command; Use this command to reboot the rPDU.
61 Serial Interface Operation | power command Use this command to retrieve or clear the power readings for current consumption and peak consumption watts. Usage rPDU>power [reset | summary] where: [reset] = Clears the peak consumption watts to zero [summary] = Current consumption reading in watts...
Page 62 - sensors command; rPDU>sensors threshold
62 | Serial Interface Operation sensors command Use this command to retrieve values or set temperature and humidity thresholds for environment monitoringsensors connected to an rPDU. Usage rPDU>sensors[name]rPDU>sensors threshold [[name] [<thresholds>] where: [name] = Valid identifier fo...
Page 63 - temperature command; ver command; = Maximum current for the rPDU
63 Serial Interface Operation | temperature command Use this command to retrieve the present temperature reading from the environmental monitoring sensor. Usage rPDU>temperature Retrieve the present temperature reading from the environmental monitoring sensor rPDU>temperature Example rPDU>t...
Page 64 - voltage command
64 | Serial Interface Operation voltage command Use this command to retrieve the input voltage to the rPDU. The command response is specific to a single rPDUand varies depending on whether the rPDU is a single-phase or three-phase model (see Table 16). NOTE: Voltage command query options cannot be u...
Page 66 - rPDU; Navigating the Web Interface
66 | Web Interface Operation Web Interface Operation This chapter describes configuring and monitoring a Dell Metered Rack Power Distribution Unit (rPDU)remotely through the Dell t Device Power Interconnect (DPI) Web interface. S Navigating the Web interface S Accessing the Web interface S Configuri...
Page 67 - Table 17 provides Web interface descriptions.
67 Web Interface Operation | Table 17 provides Web interface descriptions. Table 17. Web Interface Descriptions Area Description Header Bar The header bar displays the Dell DPI application name and software version number. Menu Bar The menu bar on the left panel contains links to pages for configuri...
Page 68 - Accessing the Web Interface; To access the Web interface:; Enter a valid user name and password in the
68 | Web Interface Operation Figure 32. Menu Selections Accessing the Web Interface The Web interface can be accessed using standard Web browsers. Up to eight users can be provided with accessto the interface, but only one administrator can be identified. Web access is enabled by default, but theadm...
Page 69 - Configuring DPI Administration Settings; Configuring Administrator Access
69 Web Interface Operation | Figure 34. Login Authentication NOTE: The default user name is admin and the default password is admin. Configuring DPI Administration Settings NOTE: Only the administrator can configure these options. This section explains: S Configuring administrator and user access an...
Page 70 - Setting the Date and Time
70 | Web Interface Operation 5 From the Access Type list, select the user privilege. Selections are Device Access or Read Only . 6 Click Save to apply the new user name, password, and access privilege. 7 Repeat these steps to authorize additional users. When all intended user access is configured, t...
Page 71 - Identifying Email Notification Recipients; To configure automatic Email notification:; This procedure is completed.
71 Web Interface Operation | Table 18 describes the attributes in the Email Configuration table. Table 18. Email Configuration Attribute Description Mail Server OPTIONAL. You can enter the IP Address or Host name of a SMTP mail server thatwill be used to send Email messages from the Dell DPI. NOTE: ...
Page 72 - Creating Links to External Web Sites; Links Table
72 | Web Interface Operation Figure 35. Email Notification Test for Mail Type Daily Status Table 19 describes the attributes in the Email Recipients Table. Table 19. Email Recipients Table Attribute Description Index Index number of the entry in the table. Mail Account Email address for the recipien...
Page 73 - Configuring DPI Attributes; Setting Basic DPI Attributes; Returning Configuration Settings to Default Values
73 Web Interface Operation | Configuring DPI Attributes This section explains: S Setting the Dell DPI system attributes S Resetting the Dell DPI configuration to default values S Uploading or downloading configuration files S Configuring default file opening settings for Comma Separated Values (CSV)...
Page 74 - Uploading a Configuration File
74 | Web Interface Operation Uploading a Configuration File To upload a configuration file: 1 From the System menu, click Configuration . The Configuration page displays. 2 Under Upload & Download, click the Browse button and browse to the configuration file you want to upload. 3 Click the Uploa...
Page 75 - Configuring Default CSV File Opening Settings; Configuring Network Access and Control; Setting General TCP/IPv4 Configuration Options
75 Web Interface Operation | Configuring Default CSV File Opening Settings To configure default CSV file opening settings: 1 After the configuration file is downloaded a destination on your desktop, correct the default file openingsettings as follows: S Click the My Computer icon and select Folder O...
Page 76 - Setting General TCP/IPv6 Configuration Options; Network
76 | Web Interface Operation Table 21 describes the attributes in the General TCP/IPv4 Configuration table. Table 21. General TCP/IPv4 Configuration Attribute Description IP Address IP address of the Dell DPI in dotted format. Limited to 15 characters. DHCP is thedefault value. Gateway Address IP ad...
Page 77 - Enabling TCP/IP Network Controls; From the
77 Web Interface Operation | Table 22 describes the attributes in the General TCP/IPv6 Configuration table. Table 22. General TCP/IPv6 Configuration Attribute Description Address Auto Configuration Enables or disables IPv6 address auto-configuration of the Dell DPI. Ifauto-configuration is enabled, ...
Page 78 - Adding and Rejecting IP Addresses for SNMP/HTTP Access Control
78 | Web Interface Operation Table 23 describes the attributes in the TCP/IP Control table. Table 23. TCP/IP Control Attribute Description BootP/DHCP Status Enable or disable the Boot Protocol (BootP)/Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol(DHCP) process. These protocols are used to obtain a dynamic IP ...
Page 79 - Configuring SNMP Protocol Settings
79 Web Interface Operation | Table 24 describes the attributes in the Access Control Table. Table 24. Access Control Table Attribute Description Index Index number of the entry in the table. IP Address Management station's IP address. Empty value denotes entry not configured. The IPaddress is either...
Page 80 - Configuring SNMP Trap Receivers
80 | Web Interface Operation Configuring SNMP Trap Receivers To set SNMP trap receivers: 1 From the Network menu, click SNMP Configuration . The SNMP Configuration page displays. 2 Enter configuration values in the TRAP Receivers Table (see Table 26). 3 Click Save . 4 This procedure is completed. Ta...
Page 81 - Monitoring and Managing the rPDU; Viewing Present rPDU Status; Power Management
81 Web Interface Operation | Monitoring and Managing the rPDU This section explains: S Viewing the present rPDU status S Viewing rPDU and Web/SNMP card identification S Monitoring input power statistics S Resetting rPDU input threshold values for low, high, and critical warnings S Managing environme...
Page 82 - Viewing rPDU and Web/SNMP Card Identification; System
82 | Web Interface Operation Table 27 describes the attributes in the Present Values table. Table 27. Present Values Attribute Description PDU Nominal Active Power (W) Calculated value of the overall input wattage of the rPDU, reported in Watts(W). This is also called active power. PDU Nominal Appar...
Page 83 - Viewing rPDU System Information; Monitoring Input Statistics
83 Web Interface Operation | Viewing rPDU System Information To view rPDU system information: 1 From the Power Management menu, click Information . The Information page displays. 2 Review the Present Values table (see Figure 39). 3 This procedure is completed. Figure 39. PDU Information Monitoring I...
Page 86 - Managing Environment Sensors
86 | Web Interface Operation The meter bar colors on the Input page represent the following: S Blue – The current reading for L1, L2, or L3 is below the low current warning threshold value that displays in the Low warning field, or the overall rPDU input wattage reading is below the load threshold v...
Page 87 - percentage
87 Web Interface Operation | Table 29. Environment (Fortsetzung) Attribute Description Table Sensor Thresholds Temperature Thresholds ( ° C) High Warning, High Critical Alarm: Temperature ( ° C) threshold setting in the range of 0.0–65.0 values. TheHysteresis Value displays (read-only). Humidity Thr...
Page 88 - Viewing Present Alarms and Events; Viewing Event and Data logs
88 | Web Interface Operation The meter bar colors on the Environment page represent the following: S Green – The temperature or humidity reading is within the range of tolerance and no threshold has been triggered. S Yellow – The temperature reading is above the high temperature warning threshold va...
Page 89 - Clearing Logs; Clear Data Log; Saving Logs to an External File
89 Web Interface Operation | Clearing Logs NOTE: Logs are overwritten automatically when a maximum of 50 entries are collected. Use this option if you choose to clear a log or logs before this maximum is reached. To clear logs: 1 From the Logs menu bar, click Clear & Save . The Clear and Save pa...
Page 90 - Restarting the Internal rPDU NMC; To restart the rPDU NMC:
90 | Web Interface Operation Restarting the Internal rPDU NMC To restart the rPDU NMC: 1 From the System menu, click Configuration . The Configuration page displays. 2 Under Control, click the Restart NMC button. The NMC restarts. 3 This procedure is completed.
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