- APC Rack PDU 9000 Switched (Zero-U vertical) — per-outlet switching, metering, and remote management
- 6.2kW / 30A at 208V — high-density power distribution for enterprise data center racks
- Hybrid IEC outlets (C13/C15 and C19/C21) — compatible with current C14/C20 cords and future C16/C21 cords for higher-temp devices
- Gigabit Ethernet, NMC3, EcoStruxure IT — daisy-chain up to 32 PDUs on a single IP address
- ±1% metering accuracy for amps, volts, kW, and kWh — supports capacity planning and tenant billing
- 3-year warranty
Product Highlights
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Description
APC Rack PDU 9000 Switched APDU9970 — Intelligent Power Distribution for High-Density Racks
The APDU9970 is a Zero-U (vertical) switched Rack PDU at 6.2kW / 30A / 208V — APC's enterprise platform for high-density data center power distribution. Unlike basic PDUs that simply distribute power, switched PDUs provide per-outlet remote on/off control, per-outlet metering, and network-level management.Switched PDUs — Why They Matter in Modern Racks
In production data centers, the ability to power-cycle a single device remotely without dispatching a technician saves operational expense and reduces mean time to recovery for hung devices. Per-outlet metering supports capacity planning, identifies stranded power, and enables accurate tenant billing in colocation environments. The APDU 9000 platform delivers both at the rack level.Key Features
- Per-Outlet Switching: Remote power cycling, scheduled power on/off, and outlet-level lockout — useful for unattended sites and remote troubleshooting workflows.
- ±1% Metering Accuracy: Per-outlet current, voltage, real power (kW), and energy (kWh) at accuracy suitable for tenant billing in colocation environments.
- Hybrid IEC Outlets (where present): Combined C13/C15 and C19/C21 hybrid receptacles — accept current C14/C20 cords and future C16/C21 cords designed for higher-temperature devices.
- Gigabit Ethernet + NMC3: Onboard Network Management Card 3 with secure web/CLI/SNMP management and EcoStruxure IT integration.
- Daisy-Chain Up to 32 PDUs: Single IP address can manage up to 32 PDUs — significant savings in switch ports, IP address management, and network configuration.
- Color LCD Local Interface: On-PDU display of current, real power, voltage, and energy for at-the-rack diagnostics.
- Temperature/Humidity Sensor Port: Add APC environmental sensors directly to the PDU for combined power and environmental monitoring.
- Locking IEC Outlets: Prevent accidental cord disconnection in high-vibration or high-traffic rack environments.
- USB Firmware Updates: Local firmware updates without network connectivity.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| PDU Type | Switched (per-outlet control) |
| Input | 208V, 30A |
| Output | 5-20R |
| Power Rating | 6.2kW |
| Form Factor | 0U Vertical Rack |
| Network | Gigabit Ethernet, NMC3 |
| Management | SNMP v3, Web/CLI, EcoStruxure IT |
| Metering Accuracy | ±1% (amps, volts, kW, kWh) |
| Daisy-Chain | Up to 32 PDUs per IP |
| Warranty | 3-year |
Ideal Applications and Industries
- High-Density Enterprise Data Centers: Per-rack power management at 30-50kW density where outlet-level visibility informs capacity planning.
- Colocation Facilities: Tenant power metering for accurate billing and SLA reporting; per-outlet control for tenant self-service scenarios.
- Remote Edge Compute Sites: Remote outlet switching eliminates truck rolls for routine equipment reboots.
- Healthcare IT Data Centers: Precise metering supports compliance reporting and capacity audit requirements.
- Government and FISMA Environments: Audit-grade metering and secure NMC3 management interfaces.
- Telecom and Service Provider Facilities: High-density rack power with consolidated management.
Power Infrastructure Planning — Questyme's Role
Selecting the right PDU requires matching inlet type to upstream UPS/generator output, outlet density and type to per-rack equipment load, and metering granularity to capacity planning workflow. Questyme can help specify PDU configurations that integrate cleanly with existing APC UPS, ATS, and management infrastructure. Contact a Questyme power expert.Specifications
Overview
Model
APC Rack PDU 9000 Switched, ZeroU, 30A, 120/208V, (16) 5-20R (7) C13 (1) C19
Main
Input Voltage
120 12
Output Voltage
120 ,208
Removable Battery
Yes
Number of Cables
1
Physical
Color
Black
Mounting Mode
Not rack-mountable
Mounting Preference
No preference
Product Line
OPTIMUM RACK PDU
Shipping Dimensions
Height: 80.35Width: 4.69Length: 6.48
Shipping Weight
22.53 lb
UPC Code
731304356356
Lead time
Usually in Stock
Provided Equipment
Installation guide
Rack Mounting brackets
Safety guide
Rack Mounting brackets
Safety guide
Standards
UL 62368-1
Product Certifications
cUL Listed
FCC part 15 class A
FCC part 15 class A
Environmental
Carbon Footprint (kg CO₂ eq, Total Life Cycle)
3780
Packaging Made with Recycled Cardboard
Yes
Packaging without Single Use Plastics
No
Ambient Air Temperature for Operation
23-140 ?F
Ambient Air Temperature for Storage
'-13-149 ?F
Relative Humidity
5-95 %
Storage Relative Humidity
5-95 %
Operating Altitude
0-10000 ft
Storage Altitude
0-50000 ft
Packaging / Certifications
Unit Type of Package 1
PCE
Packaging Made with Recycled Cardboard
Yes
Packaging without Single Use Plastics
No
WEEE
The product must be disposed on European Union markets following specific waste collection and never end up in rubbish bins.
Take-back
No
EU RoHS Directive
Compliant with Exemptions