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HPE Basic Power Distribution Unit Installation Guide Abstract This document is for the person who installs and maintains HPE PDU products. Hewlett Packard Enterprise assumes you are qualified in the installation of electrical equipment and trained in recognizing hazards in products with hazardous energy levels. Part Number: 720595-003a April 2016 Edition: 6...
Before you begin Overview This document provides installation instructions for qualified personnel for installing a Hewlett Packard Enterprise Basic PDU. Safety and regulatory compliance For important safety, environmental, and regulatory information, see Safety and Compliance Information for Server, Storage, Power, Networking, and Rack Products, available at the Hewlett Packard Enterprise website (http://www.hpe.com/support/Safety-Compliance-EnterpriseProducts).
Phillips screwdriver • Torx screwdriver Additional requirements If your facility or configuration requires an L5-20R plug, you must obtain a third-party L5-20R to NEMA 5-20P adapter before installing or connecting the H5M54A 1.9kVA 120V Basic PDU. Before you begin 5...
Recommended hardware configurations Configurations The PDU is installed in a rack in the following configurations: • A single PDU configuration, with the outlets facing the center of the rack • A single PDU configuration, with the outlets facing the rear of the rack Recommended hardware configurations 6...
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• A double PDU configuration, with the outlets facing the center of the rack • An inverted PDU, with the input power cable exiting the top of the rack Recommended hardware configurations 7...
Hardware installation Installing the PDU NOTE: If you install the PDU facing the front of the rack or on the opposite side of the rack from the following images, install the components on the opposite side of the PDU shown in the images.
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If installing the PDU inverted, install a mounting pin on the bottom of the PDU. If needed, install the input power cable retention band. Hardware installation 10...
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If needed, insert and secure the power cable. Install the PDU and ensure the mounting pins are engaged with the rack. CAUTION: When moving a rack with installed components, always use the shipping bracket to secure the PDU. Hardware installation 11...
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If the PDU is not inverted, install the shipping bracket above the PDU. If the PDU is installed above 39U, flip the PDU shipping bracket to allow space for the rack shipping bracket. Hardware installation 12...
If the PDU is inverted, install the shipping bracket over the mounting pin below the PDU. Installing 1U and 0U PDUs Attach the power cord retention bracket. Attach the appropriate mounting brackets. Each bracket only requires two screws per side for this product.
Acronyms and abbreviations alternating current Information Technology Equipment kilovolt-ampere power distribution unit power factor corrected Acronyms and abbreviations 18...
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