Eaton PDUs vs Schneider Electric-APC Smart-UPS VT [EOL] comparison

Eaton and Schneider Electric are both solutions in the Data Center Power Solutions category. Additionally, 100% of Eaton users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of Schneider Electric users who would recommend it.

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Eaton PDUs

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8.2

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Greg Scott

Director of IT Infrastructure at The University of Tampa

Power monitoring alerts us when there is a commercial power issue to help ensure we don't lose equipment

One of the best parts is the number of outlets on the PDU. It allows for excellent wire management so you don't have a spider web of power cords. I also really like the way they lock, so that somebody can't accidentally bump a power cord and it will come out. I, personally, was working on the back of a systems rack and it was a very tight space. As I was moving, my knee bumped across a power cord, not very hard at all, and it took down half of the rack. We were right in the middle of updating some OS files and we lost two servers completely that had to be completely rebuilt. Also, the solution's color chassis options are a benefit. One of our new standards is that we've gone red and yellow with all power cables and PDUs, for primary and redundant. It's very easy for a technician to see that he's not unplugging both the power supplies of one unit. When everything is black and you're trying to trace it, sometimes your finger accidentally comes off the cable and you get on the wrong one. Next thing you know, you've unplugged both power supplies of a system and you have a crash. I've never done that one, but I have seen it done several times. The red and yellow make it almost idiot proof. In addition, it allows you to configure as many outlets as you want, in a length that fits your specific rack size, so you don't have to have multiple PDUs.

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ALEJANDRO MONTES DE OCA TORRES

Sales at Inntelco

Reasonably priced, simple to install, and responsive technical support

Mexico's situation is too difficult. While there may be many complaints, many projects may be canceled because funds are not currently available. I want to improve a lot of things, but the main point is money. The vendor could be better, but the point is that we don't have the right vendor in Guadalajara. Guadalajara is a small town in Mexico, and there are no expert engineers in that field here. We need to hire people from Monterey, and from Mexico, which is why the solution may be expensive. We don't want to buy a cheaper solution because cheaper isn't always better. We have no desire to save money, we would like a solution. Schneider's vendor, I believe, needs to be more involved with the customer. We have to constantly look for them because they don't come to me. I have to go there, and I don't want to. I don't want to waste time looking for a vendor. We require immediate attention. It should be easier to contact technical support.

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Pros

"The solution's color chassis options are a benefit. One of our new standards is that we've gone red and yellow with all power cables and PDUs, for primary and redundant. It's very easy for a technician to see that he's not unplugging both the power supplies of one unit. When everything is black and you're trying to trace it, sometimes your finger accidentally comes off the cable and you get on the wrong one. Next thing you know, you've unplugged both power supplies of a system and you have a crash... The red and yellow make it almost idiot proof."

"Their service and their post-sale support have been so excellent and so personable that there's no way I could ask for any better."

"What's most valuable about this is that Eaton built for us the exact model that I needed. We went through the customization options, everything from the cable length and electrical specifications to the color of the PDU. It showed different color PDUs to keep my company's data center that much more organized."

"It's more pricey, but I definitely think it's worth the money."

"You can scale it by adding batteries."

"Stability is one of the key points. The durability and lifetime of the product are also notable."

"With the added management card, having the ability to shut down all servers and monitor power -- both consumption and stability -- from the building, is a very good feature."

"We like that we can manage it via the network."

"I like it because we don't have any problems."

"We have not had a lot of issues over the many years we have been using the solution."

"We like Schneider Electric-APC Smart-UPS VT because the service is good."

Cons

"My only complaint with it is that we use Panduit wire management and Eaton's PDUs will not lock into Panduit. There are two little knobs on the back where you can just slip it in and it'll lock right into the wire management, but it does not work on Panduit. It only works on their proprietary wire management. It needs to be able to integrate with other wire managers."

"The initial setup was slightly complicated due to the mounting incompatibility with the competitor's server cabinets, the one that I described to you earlier."

"My only complaint with it is that we use Panduit wire management and Eaton's PDUs will not lock into Panduit."

"The solution’s pricing could be improved."

"We have been having some issues with the solutions controller and we are having problems finding spare parts."

"The duration of the batteries could be much better."

"Software needs work. It is functional but could use a new GUI."

"We have been having some issues with the solutions controller and we are having problems finding spare parts."

"Schneider's vendor, I believe, needs to be more involved with the customer. We have to constantly look for them because they don't come to me. I have to go there, and I don't want to. I don't want to waste time looking for a vendor. We require immediate attention."

"The duration of the batteries could be much better."

"Schneider's vendor, I believe, needs to be more involved with the customer. We have to constantly look for them because they don't come to me."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The pricing is higher, but you're also buying from a company that's been around for decades. It has the staff to support you so that when you call at 2 o'clock in the morning, somebody is going to help you out. You're not going to have to wait until 8:00 AM the next day. It's more pricey, but I definitely think it's worth the money."

"It is not expensive."

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Also Known As

Eaton Power Distribution Units

Smart-UPS VT

Overview

Eaton PDUs are designed for efficient power distribution in data centers, enhancing reliability and convenience. They support scalable infrastructures by providing advanced monitoring capabilities and adaptability to changing IT environments.

Eaton PDUs offer high-grade power management solutions tailored to maintain optimal energy efficiency in modern data centers. With seamless adaptability to network changes, they ensure robust electrical distribution and support data center growth. Eaton's advanced monitoring features and customizable configurations cater to diverse IT setups.

What are Eaton PDUs' most important features?

Advanced Monitoring: Provides real-time data to optimize energy usage and maintain equipment efficiency.
Customizable Configurations: Offers flexible setups to meet specific power distribution needs.
Scalability: Ensures that power solutions grow with the infrastructure demands.
High Reliability: Guarantees consistent performance in critical environments.
Remote Management: Enables control and monitoring from anywhere, increasing efficiency.

What benefits or ROI should users expect?

Improved Energy Efficiency: Reduces energy costs through intelligent power management.
Enhanced Uptime: Provides reliable power solutions, minimizing downtime.
Flexible Integration: Adapts to existing systems, reducing upgrade costs.
Operational Savings: Decreases maintenance and operational expenses with enhanced monitoring.

Eaton PDUs are extensively used in industries such as telecommunications, healthcare, and finance, where they support reliable power distribution and management. In healthcare, they maintain continuous service for critical equipment. The financial sector uses them to ensure data integrity and uninterrupted operations.

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Smart-UPS VT offers centralized three-phase power protection with the reliability of the award winning Smart-UPS family. Ideal for small data centers, large retail stores, regional offices, and dense power requirements, the Smart-UPS VT includes dual-mains input, automatic and maintenance bypasses, and scalable runtime with hot-swappable batteries for increased availability. The rack mounted version maximizes valuable floor space by incorporating UPS, power distribution, and additional battery capacity in a single rack. Low cost of ownership is achieved through best-in-class efficiency and a reduction in rating of electrical infrastructure - wires, transformers, and generators due the Smart-UPS VT's Soft Start feature. The APC Network Management Card with temperature monitoring provides remote monitoring and management through a simple Web/SNMP interface and provides integration with InfraStruXure Manager. Serviceability is greatly enhanced by user-replaceable batteries, manageable extended run frames and included start-up and standard onsite warranty services. All these features make the Smart-UPS VT the easiest UPS in its class to deploy, manage and maintain.

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