Exam SY0-601 topic 1 question 369 discussion

PDU = power distribution of unit… Im sick of all these acronyms

Managed power distribution units provide the supply of energy, remote control over individual outlets (switching on/off) thus enable server restart and further monitoring of energy consumption from individual outlets

Switched PDUs can give you outlet control, where you can monitor the power usage and remotely switch off any desired outlets.

A managed PDU is similar to having Port-Security on a switch: the port/outlet may be there, and you can plug a cable/cord into it, but it is not going to do you any good until your admins turn on the port/outlet.

A managed PDU is a device that provides electrical power distribution to equipment in a rack. It allows for individual monitoring and control of power outlets. By installing a managed PDU, the security team can have visibility into the power consumption of each outlet and implement access controls to prevent unauthorized use. With a managed PDU, the security team can monitor power consumption trends, identify any abnormal power spikes, and track usage patterns. They can also implement authentication and authorization mechanisms to restrict access to the power outlets, ensuring that only authorized devices are connected. This solution allows the security team to effectively manage and monitor power consumption in the network rack, preventing unauthorized use of empty power outlets and avoiding power overloads.

Managed Power Distribution Units- Great. You have a rack full of equipment and that equipment needs power. You have a UPS at the bottom of your rack, but now you need to distribute the power coming from your UPS to the devices. Plus you need to ensure that you have sufficient outlets for all the gear on the rack. That’s where a power distribution unit (PDU) comes into play. At the simplest end a simple power strip is a PDU, but if you’re going to distribute power, why not use a managed PDU that can monitor power usage, send alarms, and so forth?" -Mike Meyers' Security+ Certification Guide Third Edition SY0-601

B. Installing a managed PDU. A Managed PDU is a device that provides power distribution and monitoring capabilities to multiple pieces of equipment within a data center or server room. It typically has multiple outlets, which can be controlled and monitored remotely through a network connection. Most Managed PDUs come with individual outlet-level control features, which allow you to turn on or off each outlet independently. This feature is useful for power management, especially in scenarios where some equipment needs to be turned off while others remain on.

B. Installing a managed PDU