- Cyber Security
Firewall Requirements for Cyber Essentials Plus
6 Jun, 2026

£1455.06 inc. VAT
AI-generated summary
This is the sort of “it just works” power distribution module that makes sense when you’re building something consistent in a server rack and you want proper RCD protection right at the rack, not as an afterthought. If you’re supplying repeat installs for the same customer base (or you’re doing a lot of small-to-mid deployments where the wiring standards need to be ticked off cleanly), an APC-branded distribution unit is usually good value because support, documentation, and compatibility tend to be predictable. At £1,212 ex-VAT, though, you’re paying for that reassurance and integration—not for bargain-bin hardware.
I wouldn’t buy it if you’re a one-off install, you only need a simple outlet count, or you’re comfortable building a cheaper solution with generic PDUs and a separate protection approach. The price is high enough that it only really “earns its keep” when you’re confident you’ll use the full feature set and you need the physical robustness and rack-ready fit to avoid rework. Who it suits best: UK B2B resellers/integrators, MSPs, and firms standardising datacentre/comm room racks where safety compliance and consistent deployment matter more than shaving pennies.

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