Vertiv™ Geist™ Switched rack PDUs (rPDU) provide a comprehensive view of critical IT equipment power usage, both at the rack and via remote access with the added ability to remotely turn on, turn off, or reboot power at each outlet. Switched rPDUs are available in a variety of electrical and receptacle configurations. Every unit is 100% tested for reliability and functionality.
Features
- Outlet level control to turn on, turn off, or reboot individual outlets.
- Bi-stable latching relays significantly reduce idle power draw.
- Upgradeable and Hot-Swappable monitoring device.
- Local and remote power monitoring with accuracy of +/- 1% (ANSI & IEC Standards)
- Environmental monitoring with the addition of optional sensors.
- High Temperature Grade 60°C for high temperature environments.
- Available in vertical and horizontal rackmount form factors.
- Flexibility to meet a broad range of requirements, with a variety of electrical and receptacle configurations available.
- Simple and quick installation in all standard racks or cabinets with included mounting brackets.
- TAA compliant.
Benefits
- Avoid potential circuit overloads with remote current metering and monitoring of connected loads.
- Power sequencing time delays allow users to define the order in which to power up or down connected equipment to avoid circuit overload.
- Remotely reboot outlets to power cycle unresponsive IT equipment or increase runtime of critical equipment upon power failure with outlet-level control.
- Reliable power distribution with local and remote power monitoring options offer quick access to critical power usage information to evaluate energy usage trends and maximize uptime.
- Environmental monitoring capabilities ensure users have critical infrastructure data at their fingertips.
- Upgrade your hot-swappable monitoring device on the fly to leverage new technologies and accommodate changing business needs without having to replace entire power strips.
- U-Lock receptacles secure power cords and avoid accidental disconnections.
- Simplify circuit and phase balancing with color-coded receptacles.
- Monitor power consumption at the outlet-level on select units for a detailed view of power distributed to specific equipment with the outlet level option.
- Every unit is 100% tested for reliability and functionality to ensure units function as designed.
- North American units are UL listed in accordance with common data center and insurance provider requirements.
- Standard three-year warranty, upgraded to five years with product registration.
- Save time and money by pre-integrating Vertiv™ Geist™ rPDUs with the VR Rack. Contact your local sales representative to get started.
Brochures and Data Sheets
- Vertiv™ Rack PDU Brochure SL-20881
- Vertiv™ Device Director Data Sheet SL-28095 (End of Life)
- Data Center Infrastructure Solutions - Channel Products Catalog
- Vertiv™ Geist™ Product Overview Brochure.pdf
- Vertiv™ Geist™ Upgradeable rPDU IMD Feature Comparison
- Limit Inrush Current & Manage Device Power-On Dependencies on GU2 Switched rPDUs
- Manage Inrush Current with GU2 Smart Relays - Application Brief
- Network Design & Switch Configuration for Vertiv™ Geist™ Upgradeable rPDU - Application Brief
- Providing Network Connectivity to Intelligent rPDUs Without Requiring Expensive Switch Ports for Each
- Deployment Methods for Environmental Monitoring - Application Brief
- Vertiv™ Geist™ rPDU Product Line Comparison Data Sheet SL-70599
- Vertiv™ Geist™ Rack PDU Color Coded Outlet Guide SL-26403
- Vertiv™ Geist™ Custom Rack PDUs Data Sheet (SL-26402)
- Vertiv™ Geist™ Rack PDU Channel Handout SL-70676
- R175-0010 Rack PDU Sensor for Vertiv™ Geist™ rPDU Data Sheet (RF Code)
- R175-0010 Rack PDU Sensor for Vertiv™ Geist™ rPDU Application Brief (RF Code)
- Vertiv™ Geist™ Combination Outlet C13 / C19 Handout
Specification Documentation
Manuals
- Vertiv™ Geist™ Power Distribution Units Switched, Unit and Outlet Monitored Upgradeable Installer User Guide
- Vertiv™ Geist™ PDU IMD Modules Replacement Guide
- Device Director Software, Installer/User Guide (End of Life)
- Geist™ API Specification API Specifications SL-70874
- Vertiv™ Geist™ Upgradeable PDU and Universal PDU Quick Installation Guide (SL-70646)
White Papers
- Reimagining Rack PDUs Through Modular Design
- Powering the Cloud, Using Intelligent rPDUs to Prevent the Storms of Downtime - White Paper
- Leveraging Smartphones for Improved Operations in the Data Center - White Paper
- How to Protect Your Data Center from Environmental Threats - White Paper
- Proactive Monitoring for the Dynamic Data Center - White Paper
- Avoid the Meltdown: Your rPDU is High Temperature Rated, but Are the Components?
Warranties
Additional Models
Product Manuals
- Geist™ API Specification API Specifications SL-70874.pdf
- Geist™ PDU IMD Modules Replacement Guide SL-70545.pdf
- Vertiv™ Geist™ Rack Power Distribution Unit Installer User Guide equipped with Firmware 6.x.x. SL-71211.pdf
- Vertiv™ Geist™ Upgradeable PDU and Universal PDU Quick Installation Guide (SL-70646)
- Device Director Software Installer User Guide (End of Life)