Vertiv Rpdu Monitored Outlet Level EC 35A 208V Delta 10.0KW Horizontal (12) Combi - VP6N41A0

Vertiv VP6N41A0 Monitored Outlet-Level PDU, 35A 208V Delta 10KW Horizontal 12-Outlet

Overview

The Vertiv VP6N41A0 is a horizontal, outlet-level monitored rack PDU rated for 35A at 200–240V single-phase, delivering up to 10.0KW of controlled, measured power across 12 combination C13/C19 outlets. Where basic metered PDUs only tell you what the whole strip is drawing, the VP6N41A0 monitors current, voltage, and power at the individual outlet — giving operations teams the visibility to catch overloaded circuits, trace power costs back to specific servers, and respond to anomalies before they become outages. This is the unit to specify when rack density makes blind power distribution an unacceptable risk.

Running at up to 35A on a 208V delta feed, the VP6N41A0 sits in the power infrastructure tier where precision matters: high-density compute rows, consolidated storage clusters, or any environment where knowing exactly which device is pulling how much power determines whether your next capacity expansion goes smoothly or blows a breaker mid-shift.

Key Features

• Outlet-Level Monitoring (Current, Voltage, Power): Every one of the 12 outlets reports its own draw. When a misconfigured server starts pulling 18A instead of 11A, you see it at the outlet — not as a vague aggregate spike that sends you hunting through the rack. This is the core reason to choose monitored-outlet over bank-level or input-only metering.
• 35A / 10.0KW Input Capacity: At 208V delta, 35A gives you 10.0KW of usable capacity — enough headroom for a dense 1U/2U server row without cascading to a second PDU. Operating range is 200–240V at 50 or 60 Hz, so this unit travels well across international data center standards without rewiring.
• 12 Combination C13/C19 Outlets: The mixed outlet configuration matters. C13 handles most 1U servers and networking gear; C19 handles high-draw storage controllers, GPU nodes, and power-hungry compute that specify a 20A receptacle. A rack with mixed equipment doesn't require two separate PDUs — one VP6N41A0 covers the range.
• Horizontal 0U Mounting: The horizontal form factor mounts in a standard 1U or 0U horizontal channel position, keeping vertical rack space free for revenue-generating equipment. This also simplifies cable management on front-to-back airflow racks versus vertical PDUs that run the full rack height.
• Enterprise Protocol Stack — SNMP v1/v2c/v3, Modbus TCP, HTTPS, SSH: Integration doesn't require middleware. SNMP v3 connects directly to your DCIM or NMS platform with encrypted, authenticated polling. Modbus TCP covers building management systems. HTTPS and SSH lock down the management interface — plaintext HTTP/Telnet access should never be acceptable on a device that can cut power to production gear. DHCP, IPv4/IPv6, and NTP round out the baseline so the unit fits existing network infrastructure without manual addressing workarounds.
• RADIUS, LDAP, TACACS+ Authentication: Instead of managing local credentials on every PDU, you tie access control into your existing directory or AAA infrastructure. This matters for compliance audits and for ensuring that departed employees lose PDU access at the same moment they lose everything else.
• LED Display: A local LED indicator gives floor technicians an immediate visual status read without pulling up the management interface — useful during physical installation or when network connectivity is temporarily disrupted during maintenance.
• 1x RJ-45 Ethernet, 1x Serial, 1x USB: The RJ-45 port connects to your out-of-band management network. The serial port supports local console access or daisy-chain communication. USB provides a secondary management or firmware update path — useful when network access is locked down for security reasons.
• 3-Meter Power Cord: The 3m (approximately 10 ft) cord reaches comfortably from a floor-level PDU tap or overhead busway to a rack-mounted input, accommodating standard data center row spacing without requiring extension cords or custom whips.

Integration and Compatibility

The VP6N41A0 supports a protocol stack broad enough to integrate with enterprise DCIM platforms, NMS systems, and building automation systems without custom development. SNMP v1/v2c/v3 with configurable traps handles most IT monitoring environments. Modbus TCP bridges the gap for facilities-side BMS systems that speak that protocol natively. Syslog output routes event data into your existing log aggregation infrastructure. SMTP enables direct alert emails without requiring an intermediary management server.

IPv6 support future-proofs the unit for networks that have completed or are in the process of the IPv4-to-IPv6 transition. RSTP (Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol) support on the network port prevents loops if the PDU is connected to a managed switch environment. LDAP, RADIUS, and TACACS+ authentication means this unit participates in centralized identity management rather than sitting outside your access control perimeter as an unmanaged endpoint.

For environments building out a complete rack infrastructure, the VP6N41A0 pairs with compatible Vertiv rack enclosures and thermal management equipment. Review your ATS and UPS upstream capacity to confirm the 35A feed is available at the rack — a 35A PDU on a 20A circuit is a commissioning problem, not a PDU problem.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the difference between outlet-level monitoring and bank-level or input-level monitoring on the VP6N41A0?

A: The VP6N41A0 monitors current, voltage, and power at each individual outlet. Bank-level monitoring gives you a reading per group of outlets; input-level gives you a single reading for the whole PDU. Outlet-level granularity lets you trace power consumption to specific devices and catch per-outlet anomalies that would be invisible on a bank or input reading.

Q: What input power does the VP6N41A0 require?

A: The VP6N41A0 requires a single-phase 200–240V delta feed at up to 35A, 50 or 60 Hz. The unit delivers up to 10.0KW. Ensure your upstream circuit and ATS or UPS output supports a 35A load before installation.

Q: What outlet types are on the VP6N41A0 and how many are there?

A: The VP6N41A0 has 12 combination outlets that accept both C13 and C19 plugs. C13 is standard for most 1U servers and networking equipment; C19 accommodates higher-draw equipment specifying a 20A receptacle, such as storage controllers and GPU compute nodes.

Q: What network management protocols does the VP6N41A0 support?

A: The VP6N41A0 supports DHCP, HTTP, HTTPS, IPv4, IPv6, LDAP, NTP, RADIUS, RSTP, SSH, SMTP, SNMP (v1/v2c/v3), Syslog, TACACS+, and Modbus TCP. This covers integration with IT monitoring platforms, building management systems, and enterprise AAA infrastructure.

Q: Does the VP6N41A0 support IPv6?

A: Yes. The VP6N41A0 supports both IPv4 and IPv6, making it compatible with networks that have transitioned or are transitioning away from IPv4-only addressing.

Q: Can the VP6N41A0 be mounted vertically?

A: The VP6N41A0 is designed for horizontal mounting in a rack, occupying a 0U horizontal position. It is not specified for vertical (side-rail) mounting.

Eden Phillips

The VP6N41A0 is one of those units I recommend specifically when a client has moved past basic metered PDUs and needs real accountability at the outlet level — not just a total-rack draw number. The 12 C13/C19 combination outlets at 35A/10.0KW on a 208V delta input covers the majority of high-density 1U and 2U server builds without requiring a second PDU to handle mixed plug types.

Technical Highlights:

• Outlet-Level Current/Voltage/Power Metering: Per-outlet reporting means you can pinpoint which device is responsible for a draw spike — critical when you're managing rack-level power budgets in a dense compute environment and need charge-back data per tenant or workload.
• SNMP v3 + Modbus TCP Dual Protocol: SNMP v3 covers your DCIM and NMS integration with encrypted, authenticated polling. Modbus TCP handles facilities-side BMS systems without a protocol gateway in between. Running both from one unit simplifies the management architecture considerably.
• RADIUS / LDAP / TACACS+ Authentication: Local credentials on individual PDUs are an access control gap. Tying the VP6N41A0 into centralized AAA means access follows your identity lifecycle management — no manual credential cleanup when someone leaves the organization.

Deployment Considerations:

• Confirm your upstream circuit is provisioned for 35A before racking this unit — a 30A circuit with a 35A PDU is a commissioning failure waiting to happen. Verify at the ATS or UPS output, not just the panel schedule.
• The 3m cord works for standard row-to-rack distances but may fall short in overhead busway installations with non-standard drop lengths — measure before you order rather than discovering it during the rack build.

The VP6N41A0 is the right specification for high-density enterprise compute rows where per-device power accountability, enterprise AAA integration, and mixed C13/C19 outlet support all need to land in a single horizontal unit without compromise.