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Installation
Getting Started
Collect the following equipment prior to installing and configuring the PM IPDU in
standalone configuration:
• One or more RJ-45 to RJ-45 straight-through cables
• An RJ-45 to DB-9F straight-through adaptor
• A PC running a terminal emulation program
Supplied with the PM IPDU
Modular input power cables for the PM IPDU
If your PM IPDU model does not have a fixed power input cable, it may ship with a modular cable.
Depending on your site’s location, the modular input power cables included in the box vary.
Table 2.1: PM IPDU Shipping Box Contents and Description
Description Purpose
PM IPDU Quick Installation Guide (QIG) Basic installation guide in printed format.
RJ-45 to RJ-45 7ft. straight through
CAT5 cable
Used for the following:
Along with an adaptor, to connect a terminal or PC to the IN port.
To connect to a Cyclades console or KVM management device.
To connect to another PM IPDU in a daisy chain.
RJ-45 to DB-9F straight-through adaptor Along with an RJ-45 cable, used to connect a terminal or PC to a
PC’s COM port.
RJ-45 loopback connector Used to gain temporary access to the PM IPDU.
PM IPDU to DSR switch cable adaptor Used to connect a PM IPDU to an Avocent switch’s SPC port.
Mounting brackets and screws (2 spares)
for PM10 IPDU and PM10i IPDU
Use to mount the Cyclades PM10 IPDU and PM10i IPDU to a
rack or wall.
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