Vertiv Liebert External Battery Cabinet for Liebert GXT5 LIO UPS 48V

The Vertiv Liebert External Battery Cabinet for Liebert GXT5 LIO UPS 48V is a cutting-edge solution designed to offer extended runtime for your UPS systems. This innovative battery cabinet ensures that your critical systems remain operational during power outages, providing you with peace of mind and uninterrupted availability for your sensitive equipment. Specifically designed to expand the runtime of Liebert GXT5 LIO UPS 48V, this external cabinet delivers scalable backup power for data centers, network closets, and industrial environments where uptime matters. With modular configurations, robust protection, and seamless integration with Liebert monitoring tools, it helps managers balance workload resilience with total cost of ownership.

• Extended runtime and scalable capacity: This external cabinet pairs with the Liebert GXT5 LIO UPS 48V to deliver longer uptime, allowing you to sustain critical workloads through outages, execute orderly shutdowns when needed, and maintain service continuity for servers, storage, and network devices. The modular approach means you can add battery modules as demand grows, without replacing the entire system, giving you a future-ready platform that adapts to evolving data-center load profiles and service level requirements.
• Advanced Li-ion technology for longer life and lighter weight: Built with lithium-ion battery cells, the cabinet delivers higher energy density and lower weight than traditional lead-acid backups. This translates into easier handling, higher usable capacity, faster recharge after outages, and a longer overall service life. With improved depth of discharge and resilient cycle performance, the external cabinet reduces replacement frequency and lowers ongoing maintenance costs while supporting a smaller environmental footprint.
• Management, monitoring, and seamless integration: The cabinet is designed to integrate with Liebert monitoring solutions, providing real-time visibility into battery health, state of charge, remaining runtime, and fault alerts. You can monitor status via built-in indicators, SNMP, or compatible management platforms, enabling proactive maintenance, accurate capacity planning, and smoother coordination with facility power teams. This results in stronger uptime analytics and clearer operational insights for data-center administrators.
• rugged enclosure and data-center ready design: The external cabinet features a sturdy, lockable enclosure with vented panels and secure cable management, built to withstand the demands of data centers, server rooms, and industrial spaces. Its design emphasizes reliability, safe battery containment, and compatibility with standard data-center mounting footprints while ensuring proper ventilation and thermal performance to protect battery life and overall system health.
• Easy installation and scalable configuration: The cabinet is designed for straightforward deployment alongside the Liebert GXT5 LIO UPS 48V, with clear connection points for 48V power and data/communication cabling. The modular architecture supports adding or removing battery modules as requirements change, minimizing downtime during upgrades and simplifying ongoing maintenance for IT staff and installers.

Technical Details of Vertiv Liebert External Battery Cabinet for Liebert GXT5 LIO UPS 48V

• Compatibility: Specifically engineered for Vertiv Liebert GXT5 LIO UPS 48V systems to ensure seamless integration and reliable performance.
• Battery technology: Lithium-ion (LIO) external battery modules designed to deliver high energy density, longer cycle life, and lighter weight compared with conventional lead-acid options.
• Nominal system voltage: 48V DC to match the Liebert GXT5 LIO UPS 48V input/output requirements and optimize runtime calculation.
• Configuration: Supports multiple external battery modules to tailor runtime to workload and downtime tolerance; scalable as needs grow without replacing core UPS hardware.
• Enclosure features: Lockable doors, ventilation for thermal management, and clean cable management to protect components and maintain data-center-grade reliability.
• Mounting and footprint: Designed for data-center environments; compatible with common floor-standing and nearby cabinet configurations depending on the model and installation preferences.
• Safety and compliance: Built to meet standard data-center safety and electrical guidelines; regional variations may apply, with typical protections for battery storage and high-availability deployments.
• Monitoring readiness: Ready for integration with Liebert monitoring ecosystems and enterprise management platforms to provide health, charge, and runtime telemetry.

How to install Vertiv Liebert External Battery Cabinet for Liebert GXT5 LIO UPS 48V

• Plan and verify compatibility: Confirm the external cabinet is compatible with your Liebert GXT5 LIO UPS 48V model, and review the installation manual for site requirements, safety protocols, and environmental considerations.
• Prepare the installation site: Choose a well-ventilated, accessible area near the UPS with adequate clearance for airflow, cable routing, and service access. Ensure the location meets any facility-specific clearance and seismic or mounting guidelines.
• Connect power and data interfaces: Install the 48V battery interconnects between the Liebert GXT5 LIO UPS 48V terminals and the external cabinet following the manufacturer’s wiring diagrams. Attach communication cables or network interfaces to enable monitoring and control from Liebert management software.
• Secure and organize cabling: Route cables neatly through designated pathways, use proper cable ties, and prevent tension on connectors. Verify that all cables are secured and that airflow around the enclosure remains unobstructed for optimal thermal performance.
• Configure monitoring and perform a validation test: After physical installation, configure the cabinet within the Liebert monitoring ecosystem to reflect runtime, battery health, and alerts. Perform a brief runtime test to verify proper operation, alarm signaling, and the expected extension of UPS runtime under simulated outages.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What is the primary purpose of the Vertiv Liebert External Battery Cabinet for Liebert GXT5 LIO UPS 48V? A: To extend the backup runtime of your Liebert GXT5 LIO UPS 48V by adding external lithium-ion battery capacity, enabling longer operation during outages and safer, controlled shutdowns when needed.
• Q: Is this external cabinet compatible with all Liebert GXT5 LIO 48V configurations? A: It is designed for compatibility with Liebert GXT5 LIO 48V systems and can be integrated into supported configurations; always verify model compatibility with your specific UPS SKU.
• Q: What type of batteries are used? A: Lithium-ion (LIO) battery modules, chosen for higher energy density, lighter weight, and longer cycle life compared to traditional lead-acid alternatives.
• Q: How do I monitor the cabinet’s health and runtime? A: The cabinet supports Liebert monitoring tools and can integrate with SNMP or other enterprise management platforms to provide real-time battery health, charge status, remaining runtime, and fault alerts.
• Q: Do I need professional installation? A: Yes, installation and commissioning should be performed by qualified personnel following relevant safety guidelines, electrical codes, and the manufacturer’s installation procedures.