Vertiv Unveils New Liquid Cooling Solutions to Support AI-Driven Data Centers

Vertiv Introduces Advanced Liquid Cooling Solutions for AI-Driven Data Centers

Vertiv, a global provider of critical digital infrastructure solutions, has announced a significant expansion of its liquid cooling product portfolio with the introduction of two new Coolant Distribution Unit (CDU) systems 1

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The Need for Advanced Cooling in AI Applications

As AI applications continue to drive the densification of data centers, the need for more efficient cooling solutions has become paramount. John Niemann, senior vice president of the thermal business unit at Vertiv, emphasized that "AI-focused data center necessitates advanced cooling technologies" 2

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. The new Vertiv CoolChip CDU systems aim to meet this challenge by enabling the seamless integration of liquid cooling alongside traditional air-cooled racks.

Vertiv CoolChip CDU 2300kW: High-Capacity Liquid-to-Liquid Cooling

The Vertiv CoolChip CDU 2300kW model is a liquid-to-liquid system that offers:

• 2.3 MW of cooling capacity
• The most compact footprint in its capacity range
• Flexibility for placement in-row or in mechanical galleries
• Industry's highest CDU capacity per square foot
• Ideal for hyperscalers and colocation providers deploying large-scale liquid cooling solutions 1

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Vertiv CoolChip CDU 350kW: Versatile Liquid-to-Air Solution

The Vertiv CoolChip CDU 350kW model is a liquid-to-air solution that provides:

• Direct-to-chip liquid cooling support with air-based heat rejection
• Easy retrofitting into existing facilities
• Deployment of liquid cooling without requiring a facility chilled water system 1

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Advanced Features and Flexibility

Both CDU systems offer several advanced features:

• Distribution of coolant to liquid-cooled chips and rear-door heat exchangers
• Controls for fluctuating temperature and flow to match varying application demands
• Unit-to-unit communication for system-level control
• Redundant power feeds, pumps, and filters for improved cooling availability
• Remote temperature, humidity, and leak detection sensors
• Integrated controls for remote monitoring and management 1

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Impact on Data Center Operations

The new Vertiv CoolChip CDU family provides much-needed flexibility to data centers and colocation providers. Key benefits include:

• Capability for fast, modular growth
• Support for multiple high-density racks from a single CDU
• Enablement of AI deployments alongside traditional computing infrastructure
• Cost and footprint reduction through fewer CDU deployments 1

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Comprehensive Support and Services

Complementing the new hardware, Vertiv offers a broad suite of global service offerings to support the deployment of liquid-cooled infrastructure. These services range from solution design and installation to ongoing lifecycle and fluid management, ensuring comprehensive support for customers adopting these advanced cooling technologies 1

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