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b_prajesh
Oct 2, 2007, 04:55 PM
Is there any difference between a Power Distribution Unit (PDU) and a Remote Power Panel (RPP) in context of data center? If yes, then what is it?. Thanks.

tkrussell
Oct 2, 2007, 06:22 PM
A PDU usually contains an isolation K rated transformer, several branch circuit panelboards, and monitoring and surge suppression equipment, popular in data center and IT rooms.

An RPP will be nothing more than a panelboard or two in a matching enclosure designed the same as the PDU.