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The Secret to Safe, Affordable 3 Phase Power Distribution

Annie Paquette
August 21, 2014

Up until now, you were able to power your servers and applications using a 30A single phase, 208V power distribution unit (PDU) that contained two 20A circuit breakers. This power cord feeding this PDU contained two power wires and a ground wire. In order to properly distribute 30A of power ...


Server Technology Solution Partner Providers: Part 2

Annie Paquette
April 23, 2014

In part 1 of this blog, Server Technology discussed the critical power and environmental information available from Cabinet Power Distribution Units (CDU’s). In part 2 of this Solution Partner blog, Servertech will talk more about our power solution products and ways we integrate with other vendors within the data center space.


Server Technology Solution Partner Providers: Part 1

Annie Paquette
March 28, 2014

I always find it interesting that the power chain is measured and monitored in multiple locations throughout most data centers but is often forgotten once the power enters the data center cabinet. Especially considering that roughly half of the power used (or more) can be traced directly to the cabinet ...

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Replacing Fuses and Resetting Circuit Breakers

Annie Paquette
April 08, 2013

If you have replaced a fuse on a PDU and notice that the new one has blown out shortly after, read this blog by Server Technology to find out information on how to prevent it from happening in the future.


Ask the Engineer- How do I get 120V from a 208V circuit?

Annie Paquette
February 22, 2013

In this blog, Server Technology answers the question at large- Does Servertech have any PDUs that can convert down from 208V to 120V for those handfuls of legacy devices that "require" 120V?


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What to Consider When Choosing a Power Distribution Unit

Annie Paquette
December 20, 2012

Struggling to choose the right PDU for your data center? In this blog, Server Technology discusses the main topics to consider when choosing your rack PDU.


Ask the Engineer- Will Branch Circuit Protection Eliminate Concern for Tripping an Upstream Breaker?

Annie Paquette
November 29, 2010

In this blog, Server Technology answers the question at large- Will branch circuit protection eliminate concern for tripping an upstream breaker?


Ask the Engineer- Is branch circuit protection on a 20 amp rated power strip required in North America?

Annie Paquette
November 29, 2010

In this blog, Server Technology answers the question at large- Is branch circuit protection on a 20 amp rated power strip required in North America?


Ask the Engineer- How do I calculate power from 3-phase LED readings?

Annie Paquette
October 09, 2010

In this blog, Server Technology answers the question at large- "How do I calculate the power usage for devices attached to one of your Smart PDU's by looking at the digital readouts on them?"


Ask the Engineer- Automatic reboot when a device fails to respond to a ping request?

Annie Paquette
December 30, 2009

In this blog, Server Technology discusses the question at large- should you automatic reboot when a device fails to respond to a ping request?