April 24, 2025
In the rush to accommodate high-performance computing (HPC) services and AI-driven workloads comes the unprecedented demand for energy and computational power. With each stride forward, it becomes more apparent that traditional air-cooling methods are reaching the limits of their efficiency, creating an opportunity for innovative cooling solutions to rise and reshape the data center infrastructure.
The implementation of air-assisted liquid cooling, especially leveraging liquid-to-refrigerant coolant distribution units, promises to leapfrog competitors while enhancing flexibility and efficiency.
Relief from processor heat
Air-assisted liquid cooling addresses the growing thermal constraints posed by next-generation processors. Split indoor chillers are just one of the increasingly popular methods for managing the heat generated by these compute-intensive systems. Moreover, it provides seamless integration with current equipment, minimizing disruptions to the existing environment or infrastructure.
Adapting to current infrastructure
The Vertiv™ CoolPhase CDU 300 kW of liquid cooling feature can be deployed modularly, eliminating the need for extensive redesign and enabling operators to scale their cooling infrastructure at their preferred pace. For existing Vertiv customers, the Vertiv™ CoolPhase CDU serves as a direct replacement for designs that include the Vertiv™ Liebert® DSE free-cooling systems, promising a smooth transition that retains reliability and compatibility.