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Vertiv VP5N62A1 Switched Unit-Level Monitoring Rack PDU

Overview

The Vertiv VP5N62A1 is a horizontal, 0U three-phase switched rack PDU rated at 60A/208V delta delivering up to 17.2kW — purpose-built for high-density data center rows where per-outlet remote switching and granular current/voltage/power monitoring are non-negotiable. Unlike basic metered PDUs that only log aggregate inlet data, the VP5N62A1 monitors at the unit level and lets operators switch individual C13 or C19 outlets on and off remotely, eliminating the need for hands-on power cycling in dense colocation or enterprise server environments.

Its 3-meter input cord terminates in an IEC 60309 plug, matching the standard receptacles found on most three-phase in-rack power whips and branch circuit outputs — no adapters required in a properly designed power chain. The horizontal 0U form factor keeps it out of device rack units entirely, running along the top or bottom of the cabinet while the 1U mounting rail stays free for equipment.

Key Features

• Per-Outlet Remote Switching: Each of the 12 outlets (C13 and C19 mix) can be individually toggled via the web interface, SNMP, or SSH — critical for remote hands-free server reboots in unmanned data halls or colocation cages where a truck roll costs real money.
• 17.2kW Three-Phase Capacity at 60A/208V Delta: This power envelope comfortably handles blade chassis, high-density GPU nodes, and storage arrays that exceed what a single-phase 20A circuit can supply. Confirm your branch circuit breaker and whip rating before deployment — the IEC 60309 input demands a correctly sized three-phase feed.
• Unit-Level Current, Voltage, and Power Monitoring: Real-time monitoring across all three metrics at the PDU level lets facility and IT teams track load trends, catch asymmetric phase loading early, and generate capacity reports without deploying separate inline power meters. This data feeds directly into DCIM and SNMP-managed environments.
• Comprehensive Protocol Stack: SNMP v1/v2c/v3, HTTPS, SSH, SMTP alerting, Syslog, RADIUS, LDAP, TACACS+, Modbus TCP, NTP, DHCP, IPv4/IPv6, and RSTP — this is a full enterprise-grade management stack. SNMP v3 with authentication and encryption means it slots into zero-trust and security-hardened NOC environments without a protocol exemption fight.
• 12 Outlets: C13 and C19 Mix: The combination of C13 and C19 receptacles handles both standard 1U/2U server power supplies (C13) and higher-draw devices requiring C19 — power distribution units in high-density deployments typically need both. Verify outlet count and type distribution against your specific load mix before specifying.
• LED Display and Indicators: On-unit LED display provides local visibility into status without requiring a laptop or network connection — useful during initial commissioning or when troubleshooting a network outage that takes the management interface offline.
• Single RJ-45 Ethernet Port with IPv4/IPv6 Dual-Stack: One management port keeps cabling simple; dual-stack IPv4/IPv6 support means it integrates cleanly into modernized data center networks that are mid-transition to IPv6 without requiring a secondary management VLAN or NAT workaround.
• USB and Serial Console Ports: The USB and RS-232 serial ports (1 each) provide out-of-band management access when the network path is unavailable — standard practice for any PDU in a lights-out or remote facility.
• 200–240V Input Range at 50/60Hz: The input voltage range accommodates both North American 208V three-phase and international 230V three-phase installations, making the VP5N62A1 viable across global data center footprints without sourcing a region-specific SKU.
• 3-Meter Input Cord: The 3m cord provides enough slack for routing from a floor-level power whip up to a mid-cabinet PDU mount without strain relief issues — shorter cords on competing units often force awkward routing in deeper cabinets.

Integration and Compatibility

The VP5N62A1 integrates with DCIM platforms and building management systems via Modbus TCP — the same protocol used by most modern power and environmental monitoring systems. SNMP v1/v2c/v3 support covers legacy NMS platforms (Nagios, PRTG, SolarWinds) as well as newer observability stacks. SMTP-based alerting enables direct notification pipelines without requiring a dedicated DCIM agent on every PDU. LDAP, RADIUS, and TACACS+ authentication support means access control for the PDU management interface can be centralized in your existing directory or AAA infrastructure rather than managed as standalone local accounts. For rack power distribution deployments requiring Vertiv PDU solutions, the VP5N62A1 fits within the Vertiv Geist rPDU family alongside metered-only and basic switched variants. When pairing PDUs with managed network switches for the management VLAN, plan a dedicated out-of-band management network — co-mingling PDU management traffic with production data traffic creates risk during network incidents. Pair with a standard 2-post or 4-post rack enclosure rated for the horizontal form factor and confirm the 0U horizontal mounting channel accommodates the unit's depth and cord routing before ordering.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the input power connection on the VP5N62A1 and what power feed does it require?

A: The VP5N62A1 uses an IEC 60309 input plug and requires a 60A, 208V delta three-phase feed. The input cord is 3 meters long. Ensure the branch circuit, breaker, and in-rack power whip are all rated for three-phase 60A before installation.

Q: What outlets does the VP5N62A1 provide and how many are there?

A: The VP5N62A1 has 12 AC outlets in a mix of C13 and C19 coupler types, covering both standard server power supplies and higher-draw devices. All outlets are individually switched and monitored.

Q: Can the VP5N62A1 be managed via SNMP in a hardened security environment?

A: Yes. The VP5N62A1 supports SNMP v1, v2c, and v3. SNMP v3 includes authentication and encryption, making it suitable for security-hardened NOC and data center environments. It also supports HTTPS, SSH, RADIUS, LDAP, and TACACS+ for management access control.

Q: What rack space does the VP5N62A1 occupy?

A: The VP5N62A1 is a 0U horizontal PDU — it mounts horizontally and does not consume any standard rack unit (U) space in the equipment bay, preserving full rack capacity for servers and networking gear.

Q: Does the VP5N62A1 support remote outlet switching or just monitoring?

A: It supports both. The VP5N62A1 is a switched PDU with unit-level monitoring, meaning each outlet can be remotely powered on, off, or rebooted via the management interface — not just monitored for current and power draw.

Q: What monitoring parameters does the VP5N62A1 measure?

A: The VP5N62A1 monitors current, voltage, and power (wattage) at the unit level. This data is accessible via the web interface, SNMP, and Modbus TCP for integration with DCIM and building management systems.

Marty Allison

When a customer brings me a high-density row with GPU nodes and blade chassis drawing close to the branch circuit ceiling, the VP5N62A1 is the unit I spec first — 60A at 208V delta gives you the full 17.2kW budget, and per-outlet switching means your ops team can reboot a hung server at 2am without a site visit. I've seen too many deployments cripple themselves by going with a metered-only PDU to save $200 and then paying for emergency remote hands every quarter.

Technical Highlights:

• SNMP v3 with Encryption: Not just v1/v2c — actual v3 with auth and encryption. This is the difference between getting a PDU through a security review and spending three weeks in exception paperwork with the CISO's team.
• Modbus TCP Support: Most DCIM platforms and BMS systems speak Modbus TCP natively. Having it built into the PDU eliminates the protocol gateway appliance that otherwise sits between the PDU and the monitoring stack — one fewer device to power, manage, and troubleshoot.
• IEC 60309 Input Plug on a 3m Cord: IEC 60309 is the right connector for a three-phase 60A whip — it's keyed, it's rated for the current, and 3 meters is enough slack for standard cabinet depths without the cord becoming a trip hazard or creating a strain relief problem at the whip receptacle.

Deployment Considerations:

• Verify the branch circuit breaker upstream is rated for 60A three-phase before you rack this unit — a 30A or 40A breaker feeding a 60A PDU is a commissioning failure waiting to happen, and the IEC 60309 plug won't stop the connection physically.
• The VP5N62A1 has a single RJ-45 management port — plan your out-of-band management VLAN in advance. If the production network goes down and takes the management VLAN with it, the serial console port is your fallback; make sure your terminal server is on a separate network path.

The VP5N62A1 is the right call for enterprise colocation deployments and high-density private data center rows where the combination of 17.2kW capacity, per-outlet switching, and a full enterprise AAA/SNMP v3 management stack justifies the stepped-up cost over a basic metered unit.