Raritan Dominion PX3-5496V 24-Outlets PDU

The Raritan Dominion PX3-5496V 24-Outlets PDU is a premium intelligent rack power distribution unit designed for modern data centers, server rooms, and enterprise IT environments where power visibility, reliability, and chargeback accuracy are paramount. As part of the PX family, this iPDU delivers real-time remote monitoring across all outlets, offering precise measurements of current, voltage, power (kVA, kW), and energy consumption (kWh) with billing-grade accuracy. Organizations rely on the PX3-5496V to streamline power management, optimize energy usage, and improve operational efficiency by turning raw electrical data into actionable insights. Its robust design and scalable feature set make it an ideal backbone for IT infrastructure that must stay online, secure, and cost-aware in increasingly complex data ecosystems.

• Real-time, outlet-level power monitoring: Track current (amps), voltage, power (kVA/kW), and energy (kWh) in real time for every outlet. This granular visibility enables precise capacity planning, proactive fault detection, and accurate chargeback reporting, helping you understand exactly where power is going in your rack.
• Billing-grade accuracy across all outlets: The PX3-5496V delivers +/-1% accuracy across the entire outlet set, ensuring that energy usage data is dependable for cost allocation, budgeting, and financial reporting in data-driven organizations.
• Remote management and analytics: Manage the PDU from anywhere via a secure web interface and standard network protocols. Integrate seamlessly with DCIM, IT monitoring tools, and asset management platforms to build a holistic view of power, cooling, and room utilization.
• Granular outlet insight for optimization and reliability: Per-outlet metering provides the data you need to identify overloaded circuits, optimize distribution, and prevent outages, supporting more efficient operations and longer equipment life.
• Robust, scalable data-center-ready design: With a 19-inch rack-mountable form factor and a rugged build, the PX3-5496V supports dense deployments, simplifies cable management, and fits neatly into existing infrastructure while delivering enterprise-grade performance and reliability.

Technical Details of Raritan Dominion PX3-5496V 24-Outlets PDU

• Outlet count: 24 outlets provide ample distribution for servers, storage, and network devices across a single rack, enabling flexible wiring and organized cabling strategies.
• Metering and monitoring: Real-time measurements cover current, voltage, power (kVA and kW), and energy (kWh) with high accuracy to support accurate chargeback, capacity planning, and energy analytics.
• Accuracy: Billing-grade accuracy at +/-1% across all monitored parameters, ensuring dependable data for financial and operational decisions.
• Management interface: Network-enabled with a secure web-based management console and support for standard protocols, making it straightforward to integrate with IT monitoring, alerting, and DCIM workflows.
• Per-outlet data: Outlet-level metering enables precise insight into the power profile of individual devices, allowing you to pinpoint peak draw, identify rogue loads, and optimize energy usage per asset.
• Form factor and installation: Designed for 19-inch racks to fit neatly into data centers and server rooms without sacrificing space or airflow, supporting scalable deployments as infrastructure grows.
• Security and access: Role-based access and secure authentication help maintain control over who can view readings, modify settings, or export data, protecting sensitive energy information.
• Data export and integration: Supports data export and API access for incorporation into custom dashboards, reporting tools, and DCIM platforms, enabling seamless sustainability and operational workflows.

How to install Raritan Dominion PX3-5496V 24-Outlets PDU

Installing the PX3-5496V is a straightforward process designed to minimize downtime while maximizing the benefits of intelligent power distribution. Follow these steps to achieve a reliable, well-documented deployment that supports ongoing monitoring and energy optimization.

• Prepare the rack and workspace: Ensure you have a clean, accessible rack space with adequate clearance for ventilation and cable management. Verify that your rack is a standard 19-inch rack compatible with the PX3-5496V and that you have the necessary mounting hardware.
• Mount the PDU securely: Use the supplied rails or mounting brackets to install the PX3-5496V in the rack. Align the unit for easy access to the outlets and the network management port, and tighten all fasteners to prevent movement during operation.
• Connect power and circuits: Connect the PDU to a properly rated power source using the appropriate input cable. Ensure that the circuit can safely support the expected load, and adhere to all electrical codes and safety procedures during connection.
• Establish network connectivity: Connect the PDU to your network via the built-in Ethernet management port. Configure the IP address (static or DHCP) and verify network reachability from your IT monitoring tools and DCIM systems.
• Initial configuration and security: Access the web interface to set time zone, administrator accounts, and access policies. Enable necessary protocols (SNMP, APIs) for monitoring integration, and configure alert thresholds and notification channels.
• Activate monitoring and labeling: Enable per-outlet metering, label each outlet for asset management, and verify readings begin to populate in your monitoring dashboards. Perform a live test to confirm that power data reflects real device loads accurately.
• Integrate with DCIM and reporting: If you use a DCIM platform, configure data feeds or integration points to collect energy metrics, generate chargeback reports, and drive capacity planning insights across racks and rows.
• Ongoing validation and maintenance: Periodically review alarm settings, update firmware if available, and audit outlet labels to ensure continued accuracy in reporting and utilization analyses.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What power metrics does the PX3-5496V monitor? A: It provides real-time current, voltage, power (kVA/kW), and energy (kWh) for each outlet, delivering a comprehensive view of rack-level power usage and enabling precise chargeback and energy analytics.
• Q: Can I manage the PDU remotely? A: Yes. The PX3-5496V is network-enabled and can be managed via a secure web interface. It supports standard protocols for integration with DCIM and IT monitoring tools, allowing monitoring, alerting, and data export from anywhere on the network.
• Q: Is there per-outlet metering? A: Yes. Each of the 24 outlets is individually metered, providing granular visibility into the power profile of every connected device, which is essential for accurate chargeback and identifying anomalous loads.
• Q: What is the form factor of the PX3-5496V? A: It is a 19-inch rack-mountable PDU designed for data centers, server rooms, and enterprise IT environments, offering a compact footprint in dense deployments.
• Q: How do I install the PX3-5496V? A: Install it in a standard 19-inch rack, connect it to power and the management network, configure the web interface and security settings, enable per-outlet metering, label outlets, and verify readings in your monitoring system. Follow the detailed steps in the installation guide for best results.