Vertiv Liebert GXT5 UPS - 3kVA/2700W at 208V (Energy Star, L6-20P)

Protect your critical IT equipment with the Vertiv Liebert GXT5 UPS, a compact online double-conversion power solution engineered to shield servers, storage, and networking gear from outages, sags, and disturbances. Designed for both data centers and remote IT closets, this 3 kVA / 2700 W unit delivers clean, continuous power, scalable runtime, and intelligent management. Whether your workload demands uninterrupted uptime for databases, virtualization, or network devices, the Liebert GXT5 provides reliable power conditioning and robust protection with a flexible rack-to-tower design that fits tight spaces and evolving IT layouts.

• Online double-conversion power with precise conditioning delivers a continuous, clean sine-wave output and near-zero transfer time during outages, sags, or line disturbances. This topology isolates loads from input irregularities, reducing the risk of data corruption and equipment damage.
• 3 kVA / 2700 W capacity with scalable runtime supports mid-range servers, storage, and networking gear with headroom for growth. When you need longer runtimes, add external battery modules (EBMs) to extend backup time without sacrificing performance during outages.
• 208V input and output with L6-20P plug optimized for North American data-center power environments, offering straightforward integration with standard 208V distribution and minimizing conversion losses while delivering reliable, regulated output to connected equipment.
• Rack-to-tower versatility combines a compact footprint with flexible deployment. The Liebert GXT5 can be mounted in a rack or positioned as a tower, featuring rails and a design that accommodates evolving space requirements in data rooms, server rooms, and edge deployments.
• Energy Star certified for efficiency and lower operating costs – engineered to optimize energy use, support intelligent power management, and reduce total cost of ownership while maintaining peak performance for critical loads.

Technical Details of Vertiv Liebert GXT5 UPS

• Power rating: 3 kVA / 2700 W
• Topology: Online double-conversion
• Input voltage: 208 VAC
• Output voltage: 208 VAC nominal
• Output waveform: True sine wave
• Form factor: Rack/Tower convertible
• Plug type (input): L6-20P
• Protection: Surge and short-circuit protection on input and output
• Communications: USB and RS-232; optional Network Management Card for remote monitoring
• Battery: Sealed VRLA battery with options for external battery modules to extend runtime
• Efficiency: Energy Star certified for energy-conscious operation

How to install Vertiv Liebert GXT5 UPS

• Choose the installation location based on space, ventilation, and accessibility. Decide whether you will deploy the unit in a rack or as a freestanding tower, and ensure there is adequate clearance for airflow and service access.
• If mounting in a rack, install the provided rack rails and secure the UPS to the rack frame. Ensure the orientation allows convenient access to the input plug and the outlets used by protected equipment.
• Connect the input power using a compatible 208V circuit with the L6-20P plug. Verify that the outlet or breaker supplies the correct voltage and amperage for safe operation.
• Connect protected devices to the UPS output outlets, ensuring total load does not exceed 2700 W. Distribute critical devices across outlets to minimize risk of overload during an outage.
• Attach communications cables (USB and RS-232) and install the bundled management software or configure the optional Network Management Card if remote monitoring is required. Run a self-test and verify basic functionality and alarms.
• If you plan to extend runtime, connect external battery modules (EBMs) according to the product manual. Configure runtime expectations in the management software and set up automatic shutdown policies for safe, orderly power-downs when necessary.

Frequently asked questions

• What loads can the Liebert GXT5 support? It is designed for mid-range IT loads, including servers, storage devices, and network gear. The exact load should stay within the 2700 W rating, with additional runtime achievable through external battery modules.
• Can I extend runtime with external batteries? Yes. The GXT5 supports external battery modules (EBMs) to scale backup time without compromising performance during normal operation.
• Is the unit energy efficient? Yes. The Liebert GXT5 is Energy Star certified, delivering efficient operation and helping reduce overall energy costs.
• Can this UPS be mounted in a rack and used as a tower? Absolutely. Its rack-to-tower compatibility provides flexible deployment to suit data center layouts, edge environments, or IT closets.
• How do I monitor and manage the UPS? Monitoring is supported via USB and RS-232 connections, with optional network management cards for remote oversight. Liebert monitoring software can be used to track status, alarms, and runtime.