Introduction; Classification Overview; Features - HP HPE G2 Series User Manual

Introduction

Classification overview

The Hewlett Packard Enterprise G2 Series Metered, Switched, and Metered & Switched Power Distribution
Units are intelligent PDUs designed to distribute power to IT equipment installed in a rack. These PDUs are
either single-phase (1Ph) or three-phase (3Ph) models with electrical metering and switching capabilities.
Each PDU provides power distribution to IT loads through C13, C19, or NEMA 5-20R outlets. The quantity
and location of outlets vary by model. The PDUs allow you to connect and manage these outlets from a single
power connection. The PDUs are managed from a web interface or a Command Line Interface (CLI) and are
viewed from a local display.
HPE PDUs are designed for use with HPE Standard, Advanced, and Enterprise racks, but are compatible
with most third-party data center racks. The PDU models vary in form factor, with several mounting
configurations available, including the following:
• HPE Metered PDU— Provides real-time local and remote power monitoring at each load segment,
enabling users to obtain information about power usage and available circuit capacity.
• HPE Switched PDU—Offers the same features as Metered PDUs and also provides controlled on/off
switching of individual outlets and groups of outlets, power sequencing delays to minimize inrush currents,
and support for unauthorized equipment provisioning.
• HPE Metered & Switched PDU—Offers the same features as Switched PDUs and also provides individual
outlet metering instead of load segment metering.

Features

The Hewlett Packard Enterprise G2 Series Metered, Switched, and Metered & Switched Power Distribution
Units have the following features:
• Lower profile on Vertical PDUs—Increases the serviceability area in the back of the rack.
• Multiple mounting option on Vertical PDUs—Can be mounted with outlets facing toward center, front or
back of the rack.
• Higher operating temperature—All G2 Series PDUs are rated for 60˚C (140˚F) operating temperature.
• Colored receptacles—Help to easily differentiate load segments and phases.
• Integrated cord retention on all C13 and C19 receptacles—Eliminates the need for cord retention brackets.
• Optional locking cords on all C13 and C19 receptacles—Eliminates the need for tie wraps on both ends of
the power cord connection.
• 1U PDUs with multiple mounting options—Can be mounted horizontally in a U space or in the true 0U
space between the RETMA rails.
• Hot Swappable Network Management Module—Allows power distribution during module replacement,
eliminating downtime.
• 1 Gb Ethernet—Eliminates the need for older network switches.
• Daisy-chain configuration—Enables networking of up to four of the same PDUs on one IP address.
• Enhanced sensor support—Supports up to six physical sensors (with optional hub) and eight
measurements per PDU, with a total of 32 measurements in a maximum daisy-chain configuration.
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