Vertiv, a leading provider of critical digital infrastructure, has launched the Vertiv PowerDirect Rack, a high-density 1U 50V DC power system shelf designed to meet the rising power demands of artificial intelligence (AI) and high-performance computing (HPC) applications.
The new modular system delivers up to 132kW per rack, offering twice the power capacity within the same footprint compared to conventional solutions. With flexible AC and HVDC input support, real-time monitoring, and a peak energy conversion efficiency of 97.5%, the PowerDirect Rack enhances power management while minimizing energy waste and operational costs.
Optimized for Scalability and Efficiency
The PowerDirect Rack is designed for Open Compute Project (OCP) ORv3 High Power Rack (HPR) environments, allowing data centers to scale power infrastructure efficiently without added complexity. Its hot-swappable, modular design ensures continuous uptime, making it an ideal solution for future-ready data centers.
“Today’s data centers face increasing pressure to deliver more power in less space while supporting the rapid growth of AI and HPC applications,” said Kyle Keeper, Senior Vice President of the Power Business Unit at Vertiv.
ALSO READ: OPENAI EXPANDS FREE IMAGE GENERATION ACCESS
“Vertiv PowerDirect Rack addresses these challenges with a scalable, energy-efficient DC power design that equips operators with the flexibility to adapt to evolving workload demands and build future-ready infrastructure.”
A Future-Ready Power Solution for AI and HPC
With the launch of the PowerDirect Rack, Vertiv strengthens its portfolio of high-performance power and cooling solutions, reinforcing its commitment to enabling efficient, scalable, and resilient data center operations.
The PowerDirect Rack is now available globally, offering a space-saving and robust power architecture to support next-generation AI and HPC deployments.
