A power distribution unit is a versatile component in your power infrastructure. Here are a few examples of PDU installations that meet specific rack design goals from adding more outlets to a UPS System to distributing power to multiple outlets and more. For more information, visit; www.tripplite.com/pdus

1. You Need
But Which PDU Installation is Right for You?
Reliable
Power
Distribution

2. PDU Installation Options
A Power Distribution Unit is a
versatile component in your
power infrastructure, and with
Tripp Lite, there are multiple
installation options to fit the needs
of a wide range of applications.
Here are a few examples that meet specific rack design goals—
find the one that suits your application!

3. Applicable PDUs:
All models
1. The PDU plugs into an outlet on
the UPS system.
2. The PDU increases the total
number of outlets powered by
the UPS system.
Add More Outlets to a
UPS System
UPS
PDU

4. Applicable PDUs:
Models with high-
amperage plug or inlet
1. The PDU plugs into a high-amperage
outlet on the UPS system.
2. The PDU spreads the high-amperage
input among the multiple low-
amperage outlets, allowing the UPS
system to power multiple devices
from a single outlet.
Convert a Single High-Amperage Outlet
to Multiple Low-Amperage Outlets
UPS
PDU

5. Applicable PDUs:
All models
1. The PDU plugs into a wall outlet
supported by facility UPS or
generator power.
2. The PDU distributes power to
equipment via multiple outlets.
Distribute Facility UPS Generator
Power to Multiple Outlets
PDU

6. Applicable PDUs:
Dual circuit models
1. Each PDU input cord plugs into an
independent UPS, utility or
generator power source.
2. The PDU distributes power to
equipment with redundant power
supplies, providing an independent
power source for each power
supply. (The PDU also works with
equipment that does not have
redundant power supplies.)
Provide Independent Power Sources for
Devices with Redundant Power Supplies
PDU
Redundant Power
Supply Load

7. Applicable PDUs: All auto-
transfer switch models
1. The primary input plugs into the primary
UPS system, which must be an on-line
UPS system.
2. The secondary input plugs into the
secondary UPS system. Ideally, the UPS
systems should be connected to separate
circuits.
3. The PDU monitors voltage and frequency,
automatically switching to the secondary
input if the primary input deviates from the
designated operating range (99-138V / 45-
65 Hz).
Provide Redundant Power Sources for
Devices without Redundant Power Supplies
UPS
PDU
UPS

8. Applicable PDUs:
All hot-swap models
1. The primary input plugs into an
on-line UPS system.
2. The secondary input plugs into a wall
outlet.
3. If the UPS system is taken offline for
maintenance, repair or replacement, the
PDU keeps the load powered by
automatically switching from the primary
input to the secondary input. When the
UPS system is restored, the PDU will
switch back to the primary input.
Make Any On-Line UPS System
Hot-Swappable
UPS
PDU

9. Applicable PDUs:
All switched models
1. The PDU’s network interface
connects to an Ethernet jack.
2. Remote users can switch each of
the PDU’s outlets on or off via
SNMP, Web or telnet. Benefits
include rebooting locked devices to
avoid costly service calls and turning
off nonessential loads during
blackouts to extend battery backup
runtime for critical equipment.
Control Individual
Outlets Remotely
PDU

10. For more information on PDUs,
visit Tripp Lite for buying guides,
product selectors, competitor
cross-references and more.
www.tripplite.com/pdus
Or reach out to an Application
Specialist for help on your
specific setup and needs.
773.869.1773
upsapplications@tripplite.com
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