Vertiv Liebert External 9Ah 48V Battery Cabinet for Liebert GXT4 UPS

The Vertiv Liebert External 9Ah, 48V Battery Cabinet is engineered to complement and extend the runtime of your Liebert GXT4 UPS systems. Built to be mounted alongside your existing UPS in a standard rack, this external battery cabinet provides a scalable power solution for businesses that cannot compromise on uptime. By expanding backup capacity, it ensures critical equipment stays online during outages and brief brownouts, protecting sensitive data, maintaining service continuity, and reducing the risk of costly downtime.

• Extended runtime for Liebert GXT4 UPS models: This external battery cabinet is designed to work seamlessly with a wide range of Liebert GXT4 UPS configurations, including both RT120 and RT230 variants. It adds essential runtime to support longer outages or higher load profiles, helping you maintain operations without interruption.
• External, rack-mountable form factor: Specifically built to integrate with standard IT racks, the cabinet frees up space inside the UPS enclosure and simplifies deployment in data centers, server rooms, and office environments. Its modular design makes upgrades straightforward as your power needs evolve.
• 9Ah, 48V battery capacity: A compact yet powerful external battery pack delivering reliable DC energy to your Liebert GXT4 UPS. The 9Ah rating at 48V provides a practical balance of extended runtime and physical footprint, enabling you to protect critical loads without overhauling your power infrastructure.
• Designed for reliability and compatibility: The cabinet is purpose-built to enhance the performance of Liebert GXT4 UPS models, ensuring smooth interaction with the UPS management features and software you already rely on. It supports advanced shutdown procedures, graceful power-downs, and coordinated protection of connected equipment.
• Efficient, scalable protection for critical environments: Whether you run small data centers, remote offices, or enterprise-grade networks, this external cabinet provides a scalable approach to backup power. It helps you plan for outages, optimize maintenance windows, and keep essential processes running with minimal disruption.

Technical Details of [product]

• Battery capacity: 9Ah
• Voltage: 48V
• Type: External battery cabinet designed for Liebert GXT4 UPS systems
• Form factor: External, rack-mountable battery enclosure
• Compatibility: Liebert GXT4 models including RT120 and RT230 variants (e.g., GXT4-500RT120, GXT4-700RT120, GXT4-1000RT120, GXT4-1500RT120, GXT4-2000RT120, GXT4-500RT230, GXT4-700RT230, GXT4-1000RT230, GXT4-1500RT230, GXT4-2000RT230)
• Purpose: Extension of runtime and enhancement of UPS reliability for critical applications

How to install [product]

Installing the Vertiv Liebert External 9Ah, 48V Battery Cabinet is a straightforward process designed to minimize downtime and maximize uptime for your Liebert GXT4 UPS. Follow these general steps to secure and integrate the cabinet into your power protection architecture:

1) Power down and prepare: Ensure the Liebert GXT4 UPS and the surrounding workspace are safe to access. If you have an active maintenance window, use it to perform the installation and testing. Verify that you have the appropriate mounting rails or rack spaces available for the external cabinet.

2) Position and mount: Place the external battery cabinet in a suitable rack location adjacent to the UPS. Secure the cabinet using appropriate mounting hardware to prevent shifting during operation or handling. Maintain clear air flow around the enclosure to support cooling and safety.

3) Connect to the UPS: Use the supplied interconnect cables or adapters to connect the external cabinet to the Liebert GXT4 UPS. Ensure all power connections are firmly seated and aligned with the UPS external battery interface. Double-check that the UPS is in a safe state for connection, following the manufacturer’s guidelines.

4) Configure management settings: Power up the system and enter any required management software or UPS interface to recognize the external cabinet. Confirm that the extended runtime is detected and that monitoring data (voltage, state of charge, and health indicators) is displaying correctly. Apply any recommended settings for runtime optimization and battery health monitoring.

5) Validate operation: Run a controlled test to verify that the extended battery resources are engaged during simulated outages and that normal operations resume seamlessly when power is restored. Monitor indicators for status and error codes, and ensure that load levels remain within the enhanced protection envelope.

6) Routine maintenance: Schedule regular battery health checks and firmware/software updates as part of the standard maintenance plan. Document performance results, and address any alarms promptly to preserve reliability over time.

Frequently asked questions

Q: What is the purpose of the Vertiv Liebert External 9Ah, 48V Battery Cabinet?

A: The external battery cabinet extends the runtime of Liebert GXT4 UPS systems, allowing critical equipment to stay powered during outages and ensuring continued operations in environments where downtime is unacceptable.

Q: Which Liebert GXT4 models are compatible with this external cabinet?

A: The cabinet is designed to work with the Liebert GXT4 family, including RT120 and RT230 configurations such as GXT4-500RT120, GXT4-700RT120, GXT4-1000RT120, GXT4-1500RT120, GXT4-2000RT120, and the RT230 variants (e.g., GXT4-500RT230, GXT4-700RT230, GXT4-1000RT230, GXT4-1500RT230, GXT4-2000RT230).

Q: How does the 9Ah 48V capacity impact backup runtime?

A: The 9Ah, 48V rating provides additional energy storage to sustain essential loads during outages. The exact increase in runtime depends on the UPS load, battery health, and environmental conditions, but the external cabinet is designed to deliver a meaningful extension to keep critical systems online longer than with the UPS alone.

Q: Is professional installation required?

A: While the cabinet is designed for straightforward integration, it is recommended to follow the manufacturer’s installation guidelines and, if needed, engage qualified IT or electrical personnel to ensure proper mounting, connections, and commissioning in accordance with safety and electrical standards.

Q: How should I maintain the battery cabinet?

A: Regular maintenance includes monitoring battery health indicators, performing periodic load tests, keeping the enclosure clean and free of dust, ensuring proper cooling, and applying firmware or software updates as released by Vertiv. Documenting health checks helps prevent unexpected failures and optimizes uptime.