As technology advances and the power demands of IT equipment in data centers grow, so it could be increasing requirements for rack PDUs. The current landscape in data centers features densely populated racks, higher power consumption, and more watts per square foot, making it imperative to have a clear understanding of rack PDU outlet density and types. Having this knowledge ensures efficient and reliable operation, preventing costly outages and overloading of servers. The number of outlets supported by a rack PDU is determined by a combination of factors, including its physical dimensions, available mounting space, and power handling capacity.
Data center managers must consider power requirements and configuration when assessing their blade servers and devices. Devices with moderate power needs usually require a significant number of moderate power outlets. To ensure power continuity in case of a failure, it is advisable to have two rack PDUs loaded to only 40% serving as a redundant power source. This approach is only feasible for moderate power demands. For high power consumption, a different configuration is recommended.
For devices with high power consumption, such as blade servers, storage, or network devices, the power requirements and outlet types will differ. To determine the outlet density and appropriate rack PDUs, data center managers must consider the number of high-power devices, the power density per device, the power supply configuration, and the device deployment density per rack.
It is essential to pick the correct outlet density and type of rack PDUs in data centers of any size to prevent overload, fulfill power demands, and maintain uptime. Whether you have many devices needing moderate power or a few devices requiring high power, contact with Exagate and find the ideal rack PDUs for your data center needs.
