Dominion PX Quick Setup Guide 1QSG-DPX2-0F-v2.2-E 255-80-6099-00 RoHSDominion PXQuick Setup GuideThank you for purchasing the Dominion PX intelligent power distribution unit (PDU). The intended use of the Raritan Dominion PX isdistribution of power to information technology equipment such as computers and communication equipment where such equipment istypically mounted in an equipment rack located in an information technology equipment room.This Quick Setup Guide explains how to install and configure the Dominion PX. For additional information on any aspect of DominionPX, see the accompanying Dominion PX User Guide, which can be downloaded from the Firmware and Documentation section(http://www.raritan.com/support/firmware-and-documentation/) of Raritan's website. OR you can access the product's online help in theProduct Online Help section (http://www.raritan.com/support/online-help/). For more detailed information on this release, see the latestrelease notes, also available from the Firmware and Documentation section.Unpacking the Dominion PXDominion PX comes in Zero U, 1U, and 2U sizes. The followingdescribes the equipment shipped with each size. Unpack thecomponents. If any pieces are missing or damaged, report thisto Raritan Technical Support at tech@raritan.com.Zero U Size Dominion PX device Mounting screws, brackets and/or buttons A null-modem cable with DB9 connectors on both ends(Raritan number: 254-01-0006-00) (optional) Cable retention clips for the inlet (for some models only)and/or outlets1U and 2U Size Dominion PX device 1U or 2U bracket pack and screws A null-modem cable with DB9 connectors on both ends(Raritan number: 254-01-0006-00) (optional) Cable retention clips for the inlet (for some models only)QS RuleBefore You Begin1. Prepare the installation site. Make sure the installation areais clean and not exposed to extreme temperatures orhumidity. Allow sufficient space around the Dominion PXfor cabling and outlet connections. Safety instructions areprovided in the Dominion PX User Guide.2. Fill out the Equipment Setup Worksheet found in theDominion PX User Guide. Record the model, serialnumber, and use of each IT device connected to the PDU'spower outlets.QS RuleMounting the Dominion PXUse one of the mounting methods to install your Dominion PXdevice as appropriate.Circuit Breaker Orientation LimitationUsually a PDU can be mounted in any orientation. However,when mounting a PDU with circuit breakers, you must obeythese rules: Circuit breakers CANNOT face down. For example, do nothorizontally mount a Zero U PDU with circuit breakers onceiling. If a rack is subject to shock in environments such as boatsor airplanes, the PDU CANNOT be mounted upside down.If installed upside down, shock stress reduces the trip pointby 10%.Note: If normally the line cord is down, upside down meansthe line cord is up.Mounting 1U or 2U ModelsUsing the appropriate brackets and tools, fasten the 1U or 2UDominion PX device to the rack or cabinet. If your PDU hascircuit breakers implemented, read Circuit BreakerOrientation Limitation (on page 1) before mounting it.