ATEN PE4104G 4-Outlet IPDU Control Box

The ATEN PE4104G 4-Outlet IPDU Control Box is engineered to be the intelligent nerve center of your data center’s power architecture. Designed for secure, centralized, and remote power management, this IP-based power distribution solution keeps critical IT equipment up and running while helping operators reduce operating costs. With four IEC outlets in a compact, rack-ready form factor, the PE4104G offers robust control over power sequencing, visibility into energy usage, and proactive alerting—empowering IT teams to optimize uptime, protect devices, and minimize waste. Whether you manage a small server room, a large data center, or a colocation facility, the PE4104G is built to integrate into your existing management workflows and keep your infrastructure responsive, resilient, and energy-efficient.

• Smart remote power management at your fingertips. The PE4104G enables secure, IP-based control of four IEC outlets, allowing you to power-cycle, schedule, and automate startup sequences for connected devices. With remote access, administrators can respond to outages, reboots, or maintenance windows without on-site visits, reducing mean time to repair and improving overall equipment availability.
• Secure, centralized control with robust access features. Protect critical IT assets with centralized management that supports multi-user access, role-based permissions, and audit trails. This ensures only authorized personnel can operate power controls, view energy data, or modify settings, safeguarding your data center from accidental or malicious changes.
• Real-time monitoring and energy analytics for smarter decisions. The PE4104G delivers live status information and historical trends on voltage, current, and power consumption. By analyzing these metrics, data center operators can identify power hogs, optimize workload placement, and implement energy-efficient policies that lower operating costs and extend hardware life.
• Flexible deployment for diverse environments. This IPDU fits standard rack systems and supports easy integration with existing infrastructure. Its modular design makes it suitable for a range of deployment scenarios—from individual server racks to larger multi-rack configurations—while maintaining a clean, organized power distribution footprint.
• Reliability, safety, and compliance for mission-critical facilities. The PE4104G is built to deliver dependable power control in demanding environments. With secure network access, reliable electrical distribution, and compatibility with common IT management practices, it helps you maintain high uptime, protect equipment, and meet operational and compliance requirements.

Technical Details of ATEN PE4104G 4-Outlet IPDU Control Box

• Outlet configuration: 4 IEC sockets for flexible distribution to servers, switches, and storage devices.
• Management interface: IP-based remote management via a secure web interface, with possibilities for integration into existing network management practices.
• Security: Supports secure authentication and role-based access control to protect power controls and environmental data.
• Monitoring: Provides live feedback on electrical parameters and event logs to help you track power usage and respond to anomalies.
• Mounting and compatibility: Designed to fit standard 19-inch racks and integrate with typical data center rack layouts.

How to install ATEN PE4104G 4-Outlet IPDU Control Box

Installing the ATEN PE4104G is a straightforward process that minimizes downtime and disruption to ongoing IT operations. Begin by choosing a secure, well-ventilated location within a standard 19-inch rack, ensuring enough clearance for cables and cooling. Mount the IPDU using standard rails or mounting hardware appropriate for your rack setup, and secure it firmly to prevent movement during equipment maintenance. Connect the PE4104G to a stable power source and verify that the unit powers on normally before proceeding with configuration. Next, attach the network cable from the IPDU to your management network switch to enable IP-based communication and remote access. Once network connectivity is established, access the PE4104G’s web-based management interface through a browser using the device’s IP address. Log in with the default administrator credentials and immediately configure essential settings—such as network parameters, user accounts, and security policies—to align with your organization’s IT governance. After securing access, define outlet assignments and enable power sequencing or scheduled tasks for connected devices. Create alert thresholds for voltage, current, and outage events, and set up notification preferences to ensure that IT staff receive timely warnings. Finally, validate operations by performing a controlled power cycle on a test device to confirm remote control functionality and correct outlet mapping. Routine maintenance includes updating firmware as provided by ATEN, reviewing access logs, and refining schedules based on changing workloads. This approach ensures reliable, secure power distribution while keeping costs in check and uptime high.

Frequently asked questions

• What is the ATEN PE4104G? The PE4104G is a 4-outlet IPDU control box that enables secure, centralized, and remote power management for data center IT equipment. It provides intelligent power distribution, real-time monitoring, and scheduling capabilities to optimize uptime and energy efficiency.
• How does remote power management help my data center? Remote power management lets you reboot devices, implement controlled startup sequences, and automate maintenance tasks without on-site visits. This reduces mean time to repair, minimizes downtime, and lowers operational costs while improving device reliability.
• Can I monitor energy usage with the PE4104G? Yes. The unit offers real-time monitoring of electrical parameters and stores historical data, enabling you to analyze consumption patterns, identify power inefficiencies, and make data-driven decisions to improve energy efficiency.
• Is the PE4104G secure? The IPDU is designed with secure access in mind, supporting authenticated login, access controls, and secure communication to protect power controls and sensitive data from unauthorized access.
• How do I install or integrate the PE4104G into my existing setup? Install the IPDU in a standard rack, connect to your management network, access the web interface to configure outlets and security, and set up schedules and alerts. Regular firmware updates from ATEN help maintain compatibility and security.