APC AP8861 Metered Rack PDU with 44 Outlets and Remote Monitoring for Data Centers

APC NetShelter Metered Rack PDU, 0U, 5.7kW, 208V, 3 phase 20A, 36 C13, 6 C19, 2 NEMA 5-20R outlets

The APC AP8861 Metered Rack PDU is designed to provide reliable power distribution within standard server racks, supporting high-density IT environments such as data centers and colocation facilities. This 0U rack-mountable power distribution unit features a single NEMA L21-20P input with a 5.97-foot power cord, enabling flexible installation options and efficient power management. It supplies 44 output receptacles, including 36 IEC 60320 C13 and 6 IEC 60320 C19 outlets, along with 2 NEMA 5-20R sockets, accommodating a variety of network equipment and servers. The PDU supports a maximum power capacity of 5.7kW, ensuring ample power delivery for demanding applications. Its environmentally friendly design complies with RoHS standards, and the unit is built for vertical mounting, making installation straightforward without tools. The integrated LCD display provides real-time data on voltage, current, active power, and energy consumption, allowing local monitoring and quick troubleshooting. The embedded log memory records power usage history, facilitating capacity planning and energy optimization. The device includes a secure Network Management Card, enabling remote access via web, SNMP, or CLI interfaces, and supports daisy-chaining of up to four PDUs on a single IP address for scalable management. Alarm thresholds can be configured to prevent overloads, reducing the risk of unplanned outages. External temperature and humidity sensors (sold separately) can be connected to monitor environmental conditions, further protecting critical equipment. The PDU supports up to a 60°C (140°F) ambient temperature at full load, ensuring operation in challenging environments. Backed by a two-year warranty and featuring a 1-year subscription for the secure Network Management Card, the APC AP8861 offers both reliability and advanced monitoring capabilities for large-scale IT deployments and distributed infrastructure. It comes with comprehensive installation and safety guides, mounting brackets, and configuration cables to streamline setup and operation. This product exemplifies APC’s commitment to energy efficiency, security, and ease of management, making it a vital component for modern data center power infrastructure.

Features:

• Zero U toolless installation for quick setup

• Embedded log memory for power usage history

• 5.97-foot power cord with a two-year APC warranty

• Interactive LCD display showing real-time voltage, current, power, and energy measurements

• Active power measurements: volts, amps, kW, kWh

• Includes a 1-year secure Network Management Card subscription for remote management

• Alarm threshold configuration to prevent circuit overloads

• Real-time remote load monitoring through EcoStruxure™ IT and other platforms

• High-precision metering with +/- 3% accuracy for load planning and balance

• Supports daisy-chaining of up to 4 PDUs on a single IP address

• External environmental monitoring port for temperature and humidity sensors

• Built for high-density data centers, colocation, and distributed IT sites