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Raritan Computer DKX2-V2.3.5-0N-E User Manual

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Chapter 8: Device Management

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Configuring Rack PDU (Power Strip) Targets

The KX II allows you to connect rack PDUs (power strips) to KX II ports.
KX II rack PDU configuration is done from the KX II Port Configuration
page.

Connecting a Rack PDU

Raritan PX series rack PDUs (power strips) are connected to the KX II
using the D2CIM-PWR CIM.

To connect the rack PDU:

1. Connect the male RJ-45 of the D2CIM-PWR to the female RJ-45

connector on the serial port of the rack PDU.

2. Connect the female RJ-45 connector of the D2CIM-PWR to any of

the available female system port connectors on the KX II using a
straight through Cat5 cable.

3. Attach an AC power cord to the target server and an available rack

PDU outlet.

4. Connect the rack PDU to an AC power source.

5. Power on the device.