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Eaton ePDU G3 Operation Manual P-164000277—Rev 5
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Chapter 3
Installation
All 0U Eaton Enclosure Power Distribution Unit (ePDU) G3 models are mounted vertically inside rack structures.
The In-line Metered (IL) models are mounted horizontally or vertically. Use the information in this chapter to
prepare, install, and connect the ePDU and optional accessories.
Installation Precautions
Before you install or connect the ePDU in a rack cabinet, observe the following precautions:
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Only a competent service person should install, test, or configure the ePDU and its optional accessories. It
is the installer’s responsibility to ensure that the selected product is installed to meet national and local
safety regulations.
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Read and understand all warnings and cautions listed in “Safety Warnings” on page 9.
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Review the documentation that comes with your rack cabinet for safety and cabling information. Follow all
installation and operation safety information provided.
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Verify that the room and rack air temperature is within the operating range of the selected model.
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Take all necessary precautions to handle the weight of the devices.
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Connect all power cords to properly wired and grounded electrical outlets.
CAUTION
The installation power outlet used for the power supply to this equipment must be installed near
the equipment and must be easily accessible.
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Do not overload the power outlet when you install multiple devices in the rack cabinet.
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To reduce the risk of fire, connect only to a circuit provided with branch circuit overcurrent protection with an
A (ampere) rating in accordance with the NEC (National Electrical Code), ANSI/NFPA 70 or your local
electrical code.
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Verify that all equipment is unplugged from ePDU outlets before performing any testing.
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For units without circuit breakers, the ePDU output power cannot be turned on and off with a button or
switch. These ePDUs are always on when they are plugged in. These ePDUs are always off when they are
unplugged.
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For units with circuit breakers, the circuit breaker controls whether there is output power:
- If the circuit breakers are on, there is output power, the LCD display is on, and the network
communications module is operational.
- If the circuit breakers are off, there is no output power, but the LCD display is on, and the network
communications module is operational.
- To turn off the ePDU, unplug it.
NOTE
Removing the rack cabinet doors and side panels might make installation
easier. See the rack cabinet documentation for more information.