Vertiv UI30002 Managed Rack PDU 30A 208–230V

Overview

The Vertiv UI30002 is a managed rack power distribution unit (rPDU) designed for data center racks and server room deployments where remote power visibility and control matter. Rated at 30A input with a NEMA 5-20P plug and 208–230VAC output range, the UI30002 sits in the Vertiv rPDU lineup as a unit built around intelligent monitoring rather than simple passive strip distribution. If you're running mixed 208V and 230V environments — common in colocation and enterprise edge deployments — this PDU's input range handles both without hardware changes.

Vertiv engineered the rPDU series for environments where branch-circuit power data needs to reach your NMS without deploying additional monitoring hardware. The UI30002 achieves that through native Web, SNMP, and Telnet protocol support — meaning it drops into existing rack PDU monitoring workflows without proprietary middleware.

Key Features

• 30A Input Current: A 30A feed gives you headroom above the 80% NEC-recommended continuous load ceiling (24A usable), reducing the risk of nuisance tripping on high-density compute racks compared to 20A-rated units. Size your feed circuit accordingly — this unit requires a 30A breaker and appropriate wiring.
• NEMA 5-20P Plug: The 5-20P connector is the standard for 120/208V 20A branch circuits, offering broad compatibility with L6-30 and 5-30 step-down configurations common in mixed-voltage colocation environments. Verify your floor receptacle type before racking.
• 208–230VAC Output Range: Supporting both 208V (common in US three-phase environments) and 230V (international standard), this PDU works in North American data centers and international edge deployments without requiring a separate SKU. That dual-voltage tolerance is relevant if you standardize on one PDU model across mixed facilities.
• Web Interface: Browser-based management means facility technicians can check load and status without installing client software or requiring CLI access — useful for remote hands teams who need read access but not full SNMP integration.
• SNMP Support: SNMP integration lets your existing NMS (Nagios, PRTG, SolarWinds, Datadog with SNMP polling) pull power metrics directly from the UI30002. No separate energy metering hardware needed on the rack.
• Telnet Access: Telnet provides a fallback CLI path for scripted configuration and out-of-band access scenarios. Note that Telnet is unencrypted — in security-sensitive environments, restrict Telnet to an isolated management VLAN or disable it in favor of SNMP polling and Web-based access.

Integration & Compatibility

The UI30002 speaks Web, SNMP, and Telnet natively, which covers the majority of NMS and DCIM platform integrations without custom drivers. SNMP MIBs for Vertiv rPDUs are available from Vertiv's support portal for import into your NMS. The 208–230V output range makes this unit compatible with international IEC C13/C19 receptacle configurations typical in high-density server deployments. For full rack-level power planning, pair with a UPS upstream sized for the 30A feed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What input plug does the Vertiv UI30002 use?

A: The UI30002 uses a NEMA 5-20P plug, which is standard for 20A 120/208V branch circuits in North American data centers and colocation facilities.

Q: What is the input current rating of the UI30002?

A: The UI30002 is rated for 30A input current. Per NEC guidelines for continuous loads, plan for a maximum continuous draw of 24A (80% of rated capacity) to avoid nuisance tripping.

Q: What voltage range does the UI30002 support?

A: The UI30002 supports 208–230VAC output, making it compatible with both US three-phase 208V environments and international 230V deployments.

Q: What management protocols does the UI30002 support?

A: The UI30002 supports Web (browser-based), SNMP, and Telnet. SNMP enables direct integration with most NMS platforms. Telnet provides CLI access but is unencrypted — restrict or disable it on management VLANs in security-sensitive environments.

Q: Is the Vertiv UI30002 part of the rPDU series?

A: Yes, the UI30002 is part of Vertiv's rPDU (rack PDU) series, designed for rack-mount power distribution with integrated monitoring and remote management capabilities.

Ted Perry

The UI30002's 30A input rating is the first thing I check when sizing this unit for a rack deployment — at 30A you have 24A of NEC-compliant continuous headroom, which is meaningful in mixed compute and storage racks where instantaneous draw spikes are common. This is a managed rPDU, not a passive strip, and the SNMP support is what makes it worth deploying over a basic power bar in any environment where you're tracking branch-circuit utilization.

Technical Highlights:

• 30A / 208–230VAC: Handles both 208V US three-phase and 230V international environments from a single SKU — reduces your stocking complexity if you manage racks across mixed-voltage facilities.
• SNMP + Web + Telnet: Three management paths give you flexibility: SNMP for NMS polling, Web for technician spot-checks, Telnet for scripted config. Most enterprise DCIM platforms poll rPDUs via SNMP MIB — Vertiv publishes MIBs for integration.
• NEMA 5-20P Plug: Standard 5-20P means no custom whips or PDU adapters needed in most North American colo environments — plug into your 30A circuit with the appropriate L6-30 or 5-30 adapter where required.

Deployment Considerations:

• Telnet is enabled by default on many Vertiv rPDUs — confirm your management VLAN policy and disable or firewall Telnet if your security baseline prohibits unencrypted CLI access on the management network.
• The 5-20P plug fits 20A receptacles; if your floor has 30A L6-30 or L5-30 receptacles, you will need a cord-end adapter. Verify receptacle type during site survey before rack installation.

This unit is well-suited to enterprise edge deployments and colocation racks where remote power monitoring via SNMP is required but per-outlet switching is not — if you need switched or metered-by-outlet capability, step up to the appropriate Vertiv rPDU variant in the same series.