Power distribution module form factor

A method of configuring a modular telecommunications equipment enclosure comprising:

• providing a rack unit enclosed in the telecommunications equipment enclosure, the rack unit comprising a connection interface;
• and
• mounting a power module in the rack, the power module comprising:
• a wired connection;
• a monitor coupled to the wired connection;
• and
• a switch coupled to the wired connection, such that when the power module mounts in the rack, the wired connection selectively engages with the connection interface.

A telecommunications equipment enclosure, the enclosure comprising:

• a plurality of panels configured to enclose equipment inside the enclosure, wherein at least one of the plurality of panels is configured as an access panel, such that the access panel provides access to equipment inside the enclosure;
• an internal divider configured to substantially separate the interior of the enclosure into a first area and a second area, wherein the access panel includes a sub-panel configured to allow access to the first area while preventing access to the second area;
• a first lock configured to secure the access panel;
• and
• a second lock configured to secure the sub-panel.

A method of configuring a telecommunications equipment power system comprising:

• providing a connection interface communicatively coupled to a control system and a bus bar;
• communicatively coupling a telecommunications equipment to the connection interface;
• mounting a power module to the connection interface by engaging a wired connection of the power module with the connection interface, the power module comprising:
• a monitor for monitoring power provided to the telecommunications equipment;
• and
• a switch for controllably connecting or disconnecting power provided to the telecommunications equipment module.