{"product_id":"socomec-ent-op-pdu16-maintenance-bypass-pdu-16a-rack-2u-ups-switch-wty","title":"Socomec ENT-OP-PDU16 Maintenance Bypass PDU 16A Rack 2U UPS Switch Wty","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:-apple-system,BlinkMacSystemFont,'Segoe UI',Arial,sans-serif;font-size:14px;line-height:1.7;color:#222;max-width:700px;margin:0 auto;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-bottom:3px solid #0060a9;margin-bottom:24px;padding-bottom:16px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#0060a9;font-size:20px;margin:0 0 8px 0;\"\u003eSocomec ENT-OP-PDU16 — 16A Rack Maintenance Bypass PDU\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;color:#555;\"\u003eThe Socomec ENT-OP-PDU16 is a 16A 2U rack-mount maintenance bypass PDU that enables safe UPS servicing or replacement without interrupting power to connected loads. Professionally refurbished by Reboot IT with a 12-month warranty and free standard AU shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#0060a9;font-size:16px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;padding-bottom:6px;margin:24px 0 12px 0;\"\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"padding-left:20px;margin:0 0 20px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZero-Downtime UPS Maintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e The bypass switch allows your UPS to be safely serviced, replaced, or reset while keeping all connected loads fully powered — no planned outages required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16A Rated Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handles substantial IT loads typical of small to medium server rooms and network equipment racks at full 16A continuous rating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2U Rack Mount Form Factor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fits standard 19-inch racks with clean front-panel bypass switch access, designed for easy integration into existing rack infrastructure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBusiness Continuity Enabler:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eliminates the risk of accidental outages during UPS maintenance, making it essential for environments where uptime is critical.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSocomec Professional Grade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Socomec is a specialist power management brand trusted in data centres and critical infrastructure worldwide for reliable switching under load.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReboot IT Tested and Warranted:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully tested by Reboot IT technicians before despatch, backed by a 12-month warranty for complete peace of mind.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#0060a9;font-size:16px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;padding-bottom:6px;margin:24px 0 12px 0;\"\u003ePerformance in Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px 0;\"\u003eIn a server room or data centre environment, the ENT-OP-PDU16 sits between your incoming power feed and your UPS, creating a safe bypass path. When maintenance is needed — whether swapping a UPS battery, upgrading firmware, or replacing a failed unit — the engineer activates the bypass switch to route mains power directly to connected equipment, then services the UPS without any interruption to servers, network switches, or storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px 0;\"\u003eThis approach is far preferable to scheduling after-hours downtime windows just to perform routine UPS maintenance. For small business server rooms that run 24\/7, the ability to bypass and service the UPS during business hours without impacting operations represents a significant operational advantage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 20px 0;\"\u003eThe PDU16 also provides a degree of protection during unexpected UPS failures — if the UPS needs to be isolated quickly, the bypass can be engaged to maintain power continuity while the fault is diagnosed and resolved. This makes it a valuable addition to any rack where UPS reliability is critical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#0060a9;font-size:16px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;padding-bottom:6px;margin:24px 0 12px 0;\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"background:#0060a9;color:#fff;padding:8px 12px;text-align:left;font-size:13px;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"background:#0060a9;color:#fff;padding:8px 12px;text-align:left;font-size:13px;\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f8fb;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eSocomec ENT-OP-PDU16\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eMaintenance Bypass PDU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f8fb;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eRated Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e16A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eForm Factor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e2U rack mount (19-inch standard)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f8fb;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eFunction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eManual bypass switch for UPS maintenance without load interruption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eInput\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eIEC C20 inlet (16A)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f8fb;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eMounting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eRack mount — front panel bypass switch access\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e12 months (Reboot IT)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#0060a9;font-size:16px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;padding-bottom:6px;margin:24px 0 12px 0;\"\u003eIs It Right for You?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:50%;padding:16px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;vertical-align:top;background:#edf7ee;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color:#1a5c2e;\"\u003e✓ Best For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Server rooms requiring 24\/7 uptime\u003cbr\u003e• Sites performing regular UPS maintenance\u003cbr\u003e• Data centres and network equipment racks\u003cbr\u003e• Environments where planned downtime is unacceptable\u003cbr\u003e• Socomec and compatible UPS installations\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:50%;padding:16px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;vertical-align:top;background:#fdf0ee;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color:#7a2e2e;\"\u003e✗ Not For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Environments without an existing UPS\u003cbr\u003e• Consumer or home office use\u003cbr\u003e• Applications requiring \u0026gt;16A load capacity\u003cbr\u003e• Situations where downtime is acceptable during maintenance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#0060a9;font-size:16px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;padding-bottom:6px;margin:24px 0 12px 0;\"\u003eCondition Grades\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"background:#0060a9;color:#fff;padding:8px 12px;text-align:left;font-size:13px;\"\u003eGrade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"background:#0060a9;color:#fff;padding:8px 12px;text-align:left;font-size:13px;\"\u003eCosmetic Condition\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"background:#0060a9;color:#fff;padding:8px 12px;text-align:left;font-size:13px;\"\u003eWhat to Expect\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f8fb;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eA — Excellent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eMinimal wear, near-new appearance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eFully functional, all features verified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eB — Good\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eLight usage marks, good condition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eFully functional, some cosmetic wear visible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#0060a9;font-size:16px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;padding-bottom:6px;margin:24px 0 12px 0;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\" style=\"font-weight:bold;color:#0060a9;margin:16px 0 4px 0;\"\u003eWhat does a maintenance bypass PDU do?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\" style=\"margin:0 0 12px 0;\"\u003eIt provides a manual switch path that routes mains power directly to connected equipment, bypassing the UPS. This allows the UPS to be safely serviced, replaced, or reset without interrupting power to your servers or network gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\" style=\"font-weight:bold;color:#0060a9;margin:16px 0 4px 0;\"\u003eIs it compatible with all UPS brands?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\" style=\"margin:0 0 12px 0;\"\u003eThe ENT-OP-PDU16 is designed for use with Socomec UPS units but is generally compatible with UPS systems using standard IEC C19\/C20 connections at 16A. Verify connector compatibility with your specific UPS model before purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\" style=\"font-weight:bold;color:#0060a9;margin:16px 0 4px 0;\"\u003eDoes it require any tools to operate the bypass?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\" style=\"margin:0 0 12px 0;\"\u003eThe bypass switch is accessible from the front panel and is designed for tool-free operation in rack environments, allowing quick engagement and disengagement by qualified personnel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\" style=\"font-weight:bold;color:#0060a9;margin:16px 0 4px 0;\"\u003eWhat rack space does it occupy?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\" style=\"margin:0 0 12px 0;\"\u003eThe ENT-OP-PDU16 occupies 2U of rack space in a standard 19-inch rack enclosure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\" style=\"font-weight:bold;color:#0060a9;margin:16px 0 4px 0;\"\u003eDoes it include a power cable?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\" style=\"margin:0 0 12px 0;\"\u003ePlease check included accessories at time of purchase. We recommend verifying cable compatibility with your UPS and power distribution configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\" style=\"font-weight:bold;color:#0060a9;margin:16px 0 4px 0;\"\u003eWhat warranty is included?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\" style=\"margin:0 0 12px 0;\"\u003eEvery ENT-OP-PDU16 from Reboot IT includes a 12-month warranty covering all hardware components and switching functionality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\" style=\"font-weight:bold;color:#0060a9;margin:16px 0 4px 0;\"\u003eWhat are the shipping costs?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\" style=\"margin:0 0 12px 0;\"\u003eFree standard AU shipping is included with this order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f5f8fb;border-left:4px solid #0060a9;padding:16px;margin-top:20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#0060a9;font-size:16px;margin:0 0 10px 0;\"\u003e12-Month Warranty — Reboot IT\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px 0;\"\u003eYour Socomec ENT-OP-PDU16 is covered by a comprehensive 12-month warranty from Reboot IT, covering all hardware components and switching functionality. Every unit is professionally tested by our technicians before despatch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eReboot IT has been Melbourne's trusted refurbished IT specialist since 2001. Visit reboot-it.com.au for support or warranty claims. Free standard AU shipping is included with your order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Socomec","offers":[{"title":"Excellent","offer_id":51684635803969,"sku":"R-5885-EXC","price":199.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/7794\/2337\/files\/socomec-ent-op-pdu16-maintenance-bypass-pdu-16a-rack-2u-r-5885-exc.jpg?v=1777534518","url":"https:\/\/reboot-it.com.au\/products\/socomec-ent-op-pdu16-maintenance-bypass-pdu-16a-rack-2u-ups-switch-wty","provider":"Reboot IT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}