The diagram shows two independent utility feeds, each backed up by generators, connected to two separate distribution paths. Each path supplies its own UPS system in an N+1 configuration, which then feeds PDUs and ICT loads. Mechanical equipment also has dual redundant feeds. This means the electrical design ensures concurrent maintainability (systems can be maintained without downtime) and fault tolerance (a single fault anywhere in the power path will not impact ICT load).
According to ANSI/TIA-942-B, the electrical infrastructure for a Rated-4 data center must have two active distribution paths, each independently capable of supporting the ICT load. It also requires full redundancy (N+1 or greater) on critical components such as UPS and generators. This diagram clearly illustrates that architecture: dual feeds, dual UPS, and fault tolerance.
In contrast, Rating-3 offers concurrent maintainability but does not guarantee full fault tolerance. Rating-2 and Rating-1 are less stringent and would not provide the dual power distribution seen here.
[References: ANSI/TIA-942-B §6.2 (Electrical Infrastructure Requirements), Figure 21 (example of dual active distribution)., , ]
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