Figure 31. Power distribution unit vertical locations
Power distribution units (PDUs) are required for all IBM racks except for the 7014-B42 rack. If a PDU is
not defaulted or ordered, a power cord is provided with each individual rack-mounted drawer for
connection to a country-specic utility mains receptacle or uninterruptible power supply. See the
individual rack-mounted drawer specications for the appropriate power cords.
7188 or 9188 universal PDU
Table 88. 7188 or 9188 universal PDU features
PDU Number Supported power cords (PDU to wall)
7188 or 9188 universal PDU “Supported PDU power cords” on page 91
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