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Preface About This Manual This manual is written for professional system integrators and PC technicians. It provides information for the use of the Supermicro Power Distribution Unit (PDU) system. Setup, installation and maintainance should be performed by experienced technicians only.
Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 1 Introduction Overview The Supermicro PDU system is a rack mounted power distibution unit that can be fi tted to a server rack to provide power outlets to rack mounted components. Supermicro PDU Specifi cations The Supermicro PDU system has the following specifi cations: Output Specifi...
Chapter 1: Introduction Returning Merchandise for Service A receipt or copy of your invoice marked with the date of purchase is required before any warranty service will be rendered. You can obtain service by calling your vendor for a Returned Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. When returning to the manufacturer, the RMA number should be prominently displayed on the outside of the shipping carton, and mailed prepaid or hand-carried.
Chapter 2: Safety Chapter 2 System Safety Warnings and Precautions! Electrical Safety Precautions Basic electrical safety precautions should be followed to protect yourself from harm and the Supermicro PDU system from damage: • Be aware of the locations of the power on/off switch on the PDU as well as the room's emergency power-off switch, disconnection switch or electrical outlet.
Supermicro PDU User's Guide • This product may be connected to an power system. In all cases, make sure that the unit is also reliably connected to Earth (ground). General Safety Precautions Follow these rules to ensure general safety: • Keep the area around the SuperRack system clean and free of clutter.
Chapter 2: Safety ESD Precautions Electrostatic discharge (ESD) is generated by two objects with different electrical charges coming into contact with each other. An electrical discharge is created to neutralize this difference, which can damage electronic com ponents and printed circuit boards.
Supermicro PDU User's Guide Rack Mount Precautions The following rack mount precautions should be considered when installing the Supermicro PDU system: • Elevated Operating Ambient – If installed in a closed or multi-rack assembly, the operating ambient temperature of the rack enviornment may be greater than room ambient temperature.