Question What is a PDU ?

Oct 8, 2023
7
1
15
Hi My computer Manufacturer in set up suggest I use a PDU when setting up my new computer because it has 1000 watt power supply. Is that something that would be neccessary?
I personally never even heard of a PDU
 
Welcome to the forums, newcomer!

Did you ask them what the PDU is and what it does? Were they stating that you use a surge protector?
No i have read it in there set up guide I have since found out what it does and it distrbutes power evenly over equipment I just dont know why I would need one with 1000 watt power supply in a personal home computer
 
It would be useful if the poster simply provided a link to an image of the text in question in their manual.

There's something absolutely bizarre about asking people to interpret something you read in a manual, but then leaving people to have to completely guess what the manual actually says.
 
  • Like
Reactions: Order 66
Okay, but what exactly is a PDU?
Is your google malfunctioning?


-------------------------

What is a power distribution unit (PDU)?​


A power distribution unit (PDU) is a device for controlling electrical power in a data center. The most basic PDUs are large power strips without surge protection. They are designed to provide standard electrical outlets for data center equipment and have no monitoring or remote access capabilities. More advanced PDUs provide real-time monitoring and remote access capabilities.
-------------------------
 
  • Like
Reactions: Order 66