From 5kW to Infinity: The New Era of High-Density Racks

Today, most data centers globally struggle with power densities that seemed impossible just years ago.

Operators face costly retrofits. Investors watch returns shrink.

And everyone scrambles to keep up with AI workloads.

But there's a solution.

Forward-thinking operators are already planning for 100kW per rack.

This isn't just an upgrade – it's a complete rethink of capacity planning.

Here are a few issues to consider in this area:

Start with power infrastructure.

Modern AI workloads need 20x more power per rack than traditional servers. Plan your upgrades accordingly.

Think modular.

Build flexible power and cooling systems that scale up without replacing existing infrastructure.

Location matters more than ever.

Power availability varies drastically between developed and emerging markets. Choose sites with room to grow.

Look beyond the building.

Grid capacity and renewable energy access now limit growth more than physical space.

Time is money.

In high-growth markets like #Brazil, #India and #NorthernVirginia, every month of delayed expansion costs millions in lost revenue.

The reality?

Your current capacity plan probably won't get you through 2025.

But that's okay.

Start planning for 100kW racks now. Your future self will thank you.