Raritan Dominion Px Quick Setup Manual

Dominion PX Quick Setup Guide 

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QSG-DPX-0M-v1.5.1-E  255-80-6081-00 RoHS 

Dominion PX 

Quick Setup Guide 

Thank you for purchasing the Dominion PX intelligent power distribution unit (PDU). The intended use of the Raritan Dominion PX is 

distribution of power to information technology equipment such as computers and communication equipment where such equipment is 

typically 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 Dominion 

PX, see the 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 the 

Product Online Help section (http://www.raritan.com/support/online-help/). For more detailed information on this release, see the latest 

release notes, also available from the Firmware and Documentation section. 

For the power cord installation of an inline monitor (PX-3nnn series, where nnn are numeric digits), see the Dominion PX Installation 

Guide accompanying the Dominion PX device. 

Unpacking the Dominion PX 

The Dominion PX comes in Zero U, 1U, and 2U sizes. The 

following describes the equipment shipped with each size. 

Unpack the components. If any pieces are missing or 

damaged, report this to Raritan Technical Support at 

tech@raritan.com. 

Zero U Size 

The Dominion PX device (DPX) 

Tool-less mounting bracket and bracket with screws 

Null modem cable with RJ-45 and DB9F connectors 

Quick Setup Guide 

Warranty card 

1U and 2U Size 

The Dominion PX device (DPX) 

1U or 2U bracket pack and screws 

Null modem cable with RJ-45 and DB9F connectors 

Quick Setup Guide 

Warranty card 

QS Rule 

Before You Begin 

1.  Prepare the installation site. Make sure the installation area 

is clean and not exposed to extreme temperatures or 

humidity. Allow sufficient space around the Dominion PX 

for cabling and outlet connections. Safety instructions are 

provided in the Dominion PX User Guide. 

2.  Fill out the Equipment Setup Worksheet found in the 

Dominion PX User Guide. Record the model, serial 

number, and use of each IT device connected to the PDU's 

power outlets. 

QS Rule 

Mounting the Dominion PX 

Circuit Breaker Orientation Limitation 

Usually a PDU can be mounted in any orientation. However, 

when mounting a PDU with circuit breakers, you must obey 

these rules: 

Circuit breakers CANNOT face down. For example, do not 

horizontally mount a Zero U PDU with circuit breakers on 

ceiling. 

If a rack is subject to shock in environments such as boats 

or airplanes, the PDU CANNOT be mounted upside down. 

If installed upside down, shock stress reduces the trip point 

by 10%. 

Note: If normally the line cord is down, upside down means 

the line cord is up. 

Mounting 1U or 2U Models 

Using the appropriate brackets and tools, fasten the 1U or 2U 

Dominion PX device to the rack or cabinet. If your PDU has 

circuit breakers implemented, read 

Circuit Breaker 

Orientation Limitation

 (on page 1) before mounting it.