Vertiv I10111 Metered Upgradeable 1U Horizontal rPDU
Overview
The Vertiv I10111 is a 20A, 120V metered rack power distribution unit built for IT environments where you need real-time load visibility without committing to full network-monitored infrastructure from day one. Rated at 1.9kW across ten NEMA 5-20R receptacles in a 1U horizontal chassis, it gives you instant power consumption data on a local LED display — and a clear upgrade path to full network monitoring later without swapping out the entire unit.
The model number for this unit is MN01D1R0-10D203-2ST5A0H10-S. It ships with a 10ft / 3m power cord terminating in a NEMA 5-20P plug, wired at 12/3 gauge — appropriate for sustained 20A circuit loading. Power entry is rear-facing, which keeps cable management clean in standard 19-inch rack deployments. If you're sourcing Vertiv power distribution equipment for a new rack build or refresh, the I10111 sits in the entry tier of their PowerIT rPDU line.
Key Features
- 10x NEMA 5-20R receptacles at 20A/1.9kW: Ten duplex-style outlets across a single 20A circuit handle a meaningful mix of 1U and 2U servers without outlet contention. At 1.9kW max load, you have room to operate comfortably below the 80% continuous-load threshold (1.52kW) that NEC and most facility managers require — reducing trip risk during peak draw events.
- Local LED display with 1-phase input current monitoring: The scrolling digital display reports kWh, W, VA, power factor, voltage, and amps in real time. This matters most during initial rack commissioning or equipment moves — you can verify actual draw before committing a new server to the circuit, rather than estimating from nameplate ratings that routinely overstate consumption by 30–50%.
- ANSI C12.1 / IEC 62053-21 compliant at 1% accuracy: The power measurements meet recognized metering standards at 1% accuracy class — not a rounded approximation. For facilities tracking energy consumption per rack for PUE reporting or chargeback billing, that accuracy level is the difference between useful data and noise.
- Hot-swap upgradeable to monitored via IMD: The PowerIT Upgradeable architecture lets you add an Interchangeable Monitoring Device (IMD) to convert this unit to a fully network-monitored rPDU without replacing the chassis. If your rack strategy is phased — deploy now, instrument later — this eliminates a forklift upgrade when monitoring requirements change.
- 1U horizontal 19-inch chassis (1.72in x 17in x 8.5in): The horizontal form factor fits standard 19-inch / 483mm rack mounting and consumes exactly 1U of rack space. Adjustable mount brackets are included, accommodating rack rail depths common across APC, Eaton, Middle Atlantic, and similar enclosures. Depth at 8.5 inches leaves clearance for rear cable management panels in most 4-post cabinets.
- Maximum operating temperature 60°C / 140°F: Rated to operate at 60°C ambient, which provides headroom well above the 35–45°C hot-aisle temperatures typical in high-density colocation rows. This matters in edge deployments — telco closets, manufacturing floors, or remote IDF rooms — where HVAC control is less precise than in a purpose-built data center.
- UL & c-UL Listed 62368-1, FCC Part 15 Class A, RoHS compliant: Safety certification under UL 62368-1 (the current audio/video/IT equipment standard that superseded UL 60950) is required for most enterprise and colocation facility approvals. FCC Part 15 Class A covers commercial EMI environments. RoHS compliance matters for deployments subject to EU regulatory requirements or corporate sustainability policies.
- TAA and Buy American Act COTS compliant, made in USA: TAA compliance means this unit is eligible for federal government procurement under GSA schedules and contracts that enforce the Trade Agreements Act. COTS compliance under the Buy American Act broadens eligibility further for defense and civilian agency purchasing. If your project is federally funded or subject to domestic sourcing requirements, this clears the procurement gate without an exemption request.
- 5-year limited warranty: A 5-year warranty on a power distribution unit reflects confidence in the power electronics — most competitive metered rPDUs carry 2–3 year terms. For a device sitting in a critical rack for 5–7 years, longer coverage reduces lifecycle risk and total cost of ownership calculations.
Integration and Compatibility
The I10111 is sized for rack PDU deployments in environments running 120V 20A branch circuits — the standard configuration for most North American data center and server room deployments. The NEMA 5-20P plug connects directly to dedicated 20A circuits; verify your panel has 20A breakers (not 15A) before ordering, since the 5-20P plug physically won't seat in a 5-15R outlet. Ten NEMA 5-20R outlets accommodate servers, networking gear, KVM switches, and UPS bypass loads in a single 1U footprint.
The hot-swap IMD upgrade path integrates with Vertiv's broader monitoring ecosystem. When network visibility becomes a requirement — for DCIM integration, SNMP alerting, or remote reboot capabilities — adding the appropriate IMD converts this unit without any rack downtime or replacement hardware costs. This makes the I10111 a reasonable choice when rack instrumentation is planned but not yet budgeted. See the network infrastructure category for compatible switching and monitoring gear to round out the rack stack.
The 12/3 gauge power cable and rear power entry are compatible with standard cable management practices in 2-post and 4-post open-frame racks as well as enclosed cabinets. The rear-entry design routes the cord naturally away from the front of the rack, keeping the cable path clear of front-panel access for servers and storage.
For environments consolidating power infrastructure, this unit pairs cleanly with UPS systems providing 120V/20A output — the 5-20P plug connects directly to the UPS output receptacles without adapters in most configurations. Reference the rack power planning guide for circuit loading, outlet budgeting, and UPS sizing considerations before finalizing your rPDU selection.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can the Vertiv I10111 be upgraded to a monitored rPDU after installation?
A: Yes. The I10111 uses Vertiv's PowerIT Upgradeable hot-swap architecture, which allows you to add an Interchangeable Monitoring Device (IMD) to convert the unit from metered to network-monitored without replacing the chassis or interrupting power to the rack.
Q: What plug and outlet types does the I10111 use?
A: The I10111 comes with a NEMA 5-20P input plug on a 10ft / 3m, 12/3 gauge power cord. It provides 10 NEMA 5-20R output receptacles in duplex style on the rear of the chassis. Your branch circuit must be a dedicated 20A / 120V circuit to accept the 5-20P plug.
Q: What power metrics does the local display show?
A: The scrolling LED display reports kilowatt-hours (kWh), watts (W), volt-amperes (VA), power factor (PF), voltage (V), and amperage (A) at the input level. Measurements comply with ANSI C12.1 and IEC 62053-21 at 1% accuracy class.
Q: Is the I10111 TAA compliant and eligible for federal procurement?
A: Yes. The I10111 is manufactured in the USA and is both TAA compliant and Buy American Act COTS compliant, making it eligible for federal government procurement under applicable GSA and agency contract vehicles.
Q: What is the warranty on the I10111?
A: Vertiv covers the I10111 with a 5-year limited warranty.
Q: What are the chassis dimensions and rack space requirements?
A: The I10111 measures 1.72in x 17in x 8.5in (H x W x D) and occupies 1U in a standard 19-inch / 483mm rack. Adjustable mount brackets are included. Shipped weight is 12 lbs (5.44 kg).
The I10111 is the rPDU I reach for when a rack needs credible load metering now and a realistic path to network monitoring later — without locking the project into a higher per-unit cost upfront. The 1% accuracy rating against ANSI C12.1 and IEC 62053-21 is what separates this from cheaper display-only units; that precision level actually supports chargeback accounting and PUE tracking, not just rough capacity planning.
Technical Highlights:
- 20A / 1.9kW capacity across 10 outlets: Running a mixed server/storage/networking rack at or below 1.52kW (80% of 1.9kW) keeps you within continuous-duty NEC guidelines; the ten NEMA 5-20R outlets provide enough port count to avoid daisy-chaining or outlet adapters in most 1U–2U server configurations.
- Hot-swap IMD upgrade path: The PowerIT Upgradeable architecture means the chassis you install today can become a fully monitored rPDU — SNMP, remote access, alerting — by adding the IMD module. No rack downtime, no hardware swap. That's a meaningful budget flexibility lever when monitoring is planned for year two.
- TAA + Buy American Act COTS compliance: These aren't marketing checkboxes — they're procurement gate requirements for federal, defense, and many state/local government projects. If your customer base includes any government-funded data center work, having this cleared in advance avoids last-minute substitutions.
Deployment Considerations:
- Confirm the branch circuit is a dedicated 20A / 120V line before rack delivery — the NEMA 5-20P plug physically cannot seat in a 15A NEMA 5-15R outlet, and swapping a breaker after the rack is populated is disruptive. This is the most common installation gap on 20A rPDU deployments.
- Power entry is rear-facing; in shallow or 2-post open-frame racks with less than 8.5 inches of usable depth, verify the chassis clears the rear rails and leaves adequate cord bend radius before finalizing the mount. The 8.5-inch depth is tight in some legacy 2-post configurations.
For a phased data center buildout or a government-contract server room where TAA compliance is mandatory and future monitoring is on the roadmap, the I10111 is a well-scoped fit — it delivers the load visibility needed for day-one operations and absorbs a monitoring upgrade without a hardware forklift when that phase arrives.
