The Avocent Cyclades PM PDUs enable remote power control and system management of IT assets in branch and remote offices. When used in conjunction with Avocent ACS advanced console servers, MergePoint Unity KVM over IP and serial console switches or DSR KVM over IP switch appliances, the Avocent PM PDUs offer quick problem resolution through an integrated management interface. With one or more outlets positively associated with a particular device, users may control power "in line" through a user-defined "hot key" or by using an intuitive Web browser-based graphical user interface (GUI). In addition, a special command set facilitates scripting.
Cyclades PM power devices are available in two different types: NEMA and IEC. Cyclades PM - NEMA models: Avocent NEMA PM PDU models are equipped with 5-15R power outlets and fixed power cables. These units are available in 15A, 20A and 30A capacities with optional twist-lock input plugs. Each model includes two RS-232 ports: one for management and the second for daisy-chain expansion. Daisy chaining allows an operator to control up to 128 power outlets as a single device. The NEMA models are designed to operate in 100-125 VAC environments. Cyclades PM - IEC models: Avocent IEC PM PDU models are equipped with IEC320-C13 power outlets and either IEC320 modular inlets or fixed power cables. These units are available in 10A, 15A, 16A, 20A, 30A and 32A capacities. Each model includes two RS-232 ports: one for management and the second for daisy-chain expansion. Daisy chaining allows an operator to control up to 128 power outlets as a single device. The IEC models are designed to operate in 100-240 VAC environments.
Typical Avocent PM Appliance Configuration
Avocent PM Features & Benefits - Intelligent Power Management – Individual, addressable power outlets let you remotely reboot devices from any location in the data center or across the globe
- Power Monitoring – Dynamically measures and reports total input current load and indicates on/off status for every port
- Thresholds and Alerts – Set limits and receive alerts and notifications to avoid unplanned downtime due to overdrawn circuits
- Daisy Chain Port – Simplifies installation and management by connecting multiple PM PDU models together to share the IP address of the Avocent appliance to which they are connected
- Click-and-Connect Access – Avocent DSView 3 management software allows control and management of devices across multiple sites and PDUs from a single interface, and it also lets you access a variety of Avocent appliances and easily associate server names with actual power outlet ports on the PM PDU device for integrated power control
- Security – In addition to port-specific and command-specific access control, the PM rack PDU solution provides advanced user authentication and data encryption when combined with Avocent KVM switches and ACS advanced console server appliances
- Energy Efficiency – Power-on sequencing eliminates inrush current overload, which lets you maximize the number of devices on a single circuit
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Click here or Call 1-800-638-2638 for a free data center power project evaluation. | Avocent PM Features Snapshot: Connectivity - RS-232 serial port for configuration and management
- Second RS-232 serial port for control-level daisy chaining (up to 128 outlets)
- Full RS-232 signal support allows dial-in access via modem
Administration - Name assignment per PDU (up to 8 characters)
- Name assignment per outlet (up to 16 characters)
- Local authentication support (up to 8 users)
- Per-outlet access control lists
Management - Independent control of power outlets (power on/off, cycle)
- Virtual lock per outlet (on or off states)
- Sequential power up with user-defined inter-outlet delays
- Global, true RMS current monitoring per PDU
- Two-digit 7-segment LED current display
- On/off status LED per outlet
- User-defined overcurrent threshold with alarm
- Built-in visual and audible alarms
- Built-in ambient temperature sensor
Form Factors - Industry’s highest outlet density (up to 10 outlets per 1U)
- Horizontal (1U) and vertical (0U) models address a wide variety of applications
Integration Features* - Integrated power management through console and KVM sessions
- CLI, menu and GUI interfaces
- Multi-outlet grouping for devices with redundant power supplies
- RADIUS, TACACS+, Kerberos, LDAP and Active Directory server-based, authentication with local fallback
- Token-based strong authentication (RSA SecurID)
- Event logging via syslog
- Fault notification via e-mail, SMS page, SNMP trap
- SNMP integration with enterprise systems
*Features available when product is used in conjunction with Avocent ACS console servers, DSR and MergePoint Unity switches or DSView 3 management software (not included). 
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