The Dell PS-3261-1DA (PS-3261-1DA - Dell 255-Watts 100-240V ATX Power Supply for OptiPlex 3020 9020) is a Power Supplies & Power Protection component engineered for sustained enterprise-class workloads. Manufactured to OEM specifications and tested for compatibility with Dell PowerEdge R640, R650, R740, R750, R760 and T-series rack and tower servers, this part addresses common procurement scenarios where exact-match replacement, capacity expansion, or new-build deployment is required. Technical specifications include power of 255W, voltage of 240V. Common deployment scenarios include enterprise data-center, server-room, and managed-service-provider environments where matched-OEM-part procurement is required for warranty and compliance continuity. Pro Disk Network maintains the PS-3261-1DA in our enterprise inventory and verifies each unit against manufacturer datasheet specifications prior to listing. New stock ships factory-sealed where available; refurbished units are tested under load before dispatch and ship with a 30-day Pro Disk Network functional warranty. Net 30 terms are available for qualified business accounts. Same-day dispatch on in-stock orders placed before 3pm ET; free standard ground shipping on US orders over $150.
The PS-3261-1DA is a Dell power supplies & power protection component with power 255W, voltage 240V. Pro Disk Network sells the PS-3261-1DA for $137.26 with same-day US shipping and a 30-day free return guarantee.
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The PS-3261-1DA is a Dell power supplies & power protection part. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with your system make, model, and serial number - we will confirm compatibility and ship same-day if in stock.
How fast does the PS-3261-1DA ship?
If in stock, the PS-3261-1DA ships same business day on US orders placed before 2 pm ET. Most US ZIP codes receive next-business-day or 2-day delivery via FedEx/UPS Ground or Express. Bulk and project orders shipping in pallets are typically dispatched within 24-48 hours.
The PS-3261-1DA is deployed by US enterprises, MSPs, government, and education customers across multiple infrastructure scenarios. Below are the most common deployment patterns Pro Disk Network sees in real-world orders.
Redundant Server Power — N+1 PSU configurations in dual-feed racks — order matched units in pairs to maintain hot-spare semantics.
Rack PDU Replacement — Vertical or horizontal PDUs in cabinet retrofits. Metered or switched models for granular outlet-level control.
Branch UPS — Office or remote site UPS. 1500–3000 VA covers most server-rack mini-deployments with 5–15 minute runtime.
Datacenter UPS Module — Online double-conversion UPS for production server rooms. Match VA rating to total connected load + 30% headroom.
New, Bulk, or Refurbished — Choosing Your Tier
Pro Disk Network offers the PS-3261-1DA across three procurement tiers. Each tier is fully functional and warranted; the choice comes down to budget, warranty length, and whether the deployment is production-critical or capacity-expansion.
Tier
Discount vs OEM List
Warranty
Best For
New (Sealed OEM)
25–40%
Dell manufacturer warranty (1–5 yr)
Production-critical first-tier
New (Bulk OEM)
50–65%
3-year Pro Disk Network warranty
New cluster builds, secondary tier
Refurbished
75–85%
12-month advance replacement
Capacity expansion, lab, dev/test, EOL refresh
Bulk & Volume Pricing for PS-3261-1DA
Ships from our Orlando, FL warehouse — same-day US dispatch on orders placed before 2pm ET. Net 30 terms available for verified businesses, government and education.
Volume discounts on the PS-3261-1DA are automatic at checkout. Net 30 terms available for verified businesses, government, and education. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com for orders above 100 units.
Quantity
Discount
Unit Price
1
0%
$137.26
5+
4%
$131.77
10+
8%
$126.28
25+
13%
$119.42
50+
18%
$112.55
100+
23%
$105.69
What is the PS-3261-1DA?
The PS-3261-1DA is a Dell server power supply unit with power 255W and voltage 240V, manufactured by Dell. Pro Disk Network ships this part new and certified-refurbished from our US warehouse with same-day dispatch on orders placed before 3 PM ET, backed by a 30-day return guarantee.
Pros & Cons of PS-3261-1DA
Pros
Compatible with major server chassis (HP, Dell, IBM, Cisco)
Cable management compatible with original chassis layout
Wattage clearly labelled for sizing against connected load
Cons
Refurbished tier may show minor chassis-slot wear
Larger orders may ship LTL freight
Older form factors deprecated by latest chassis revisions
Frequently Asked Questions about PS-3261-1DA
Is the PS-3261-1DA a genuine Dell part?
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every PS-3261-1DA as factory-original Dell inventory verified against the manufacturer parts registry before listing. New units arrive sealed in OEM packaging; refurbished units are pulled from decommissioned Dell servers, surface-tested, and re-warranted by Pro Disk Network for 12 months.
Will the PS-3261-1DA fit my system?
The PS-3261-1DA is a Dell power supplies & power protection part. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with your system make, model, and serial number - we will confirm compatibility and ship same-day if in stock.
How fast does the PS-3261-1DA ship?
If in stock, the PS-3261-1DA ships same business day on US orders placed before 2 pm ET. Most US ZIP codes receive next-business-day or 2-day delivery via FedEx/UPS Ground or Express. Bulk and project orders shipping in pallets are typically dispatched within 24-48 hours.
What is the warranty on the PS-3261-1DA?
New PS-3261-1DA units carry the full Dell manufacturer warranty (typically 1 to 5 years depending on product line). Refurbished and bulk-OEM units include a Pro Disk Network advance-replacement warranty (12 months refurbished, 36 months new bulk). DOA replacement is free within 30 days of receipt.
Do you offer bulk pricing for the PS-3261-1DA?
Yes. Pro Disk Network offers automatic volume discounts at 10, 25, 50, and 100+ unit tiers. Net 30 terms are available for verified businesses, government, and education buyers. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with the quantity and target ship date for a quote within one business day.
Other parts that share the PS series prefix — useful when sourcing matched lots, hot-spare pools, or capacity-tier expansions.
PS-3261-2DB — PS-3261-2DB - Dell 255-Watts 100-240V ATX Power Supply for OptiPlex 3020 9020 — $157.07
PS-3261-2DF — PS-3261-2DF - Dell 255-Watts 100-240V ATX Power Supply for OptiPlex 3020 9020 — $205.26
Pro Disk Network Buyer’s Guide: Power Supplies & Power Protection
PSU Sizing: Connected Load, Efficiency Curves, and N+1 Redundancy
Sizing the PS-3261-1DA or its replacement starts with calculating connected load. Add up the nameplate wattage of CPUs, GPUs, drives, fans, and add-in cards under maximum sustained load. Idle is irrelevant; peak sustained is what matters. Size the PSU at 60-80% of nameplate load for best efficiency — modern Platinum/Titanium PSUs hit peak efficiency at 50% load and degrade above 80%.
AC Input, Phase Balancing, and Datacentre Power Best Practices
For UPS-fed servers, confirm the UPS output waveform is compatible with the PS-3261-1DA's input. Modern PSUs accept both sine-wave and high-quality simulated sine-wave inputs, but older or stepped-approximation UPS outputs can cause buzzing or premature PSU failure. When in doubt, use double-conversion online UPS units.