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• Schneider Electric leveraged its expertise in data center infrastructure and NVIDIA's advanced AI technology to launch the first publicly available AI data center reference design
• The latest products and technologies enable sustainable, efficient, resilient and resilient data center and distributed edge IT environments, including the Smart Micro Data Center One (IMDC One), the extended versions of APC™ Smart-UPS™ Ultra – 8kW and 10kW, and the SF6-free SF6-free medium-voltage switch cabinet AirSeT series
Schneider Electric, which is leading the digital transformation of energy management and automation, announced a partnership with NVIDIA to optimize data center infrastructure and prepare for breakthroughs in artificial intelligence (AI) and digital twin technologies at the edge. To help IT professionals address the ongoing pain points associated with IT deployment in data centers and distributed edge IT environments, Schneider Electric has launched the Smart Micro Data Center IMDC One, an all-in-one solution that centralizes power, cooling, security, and monitoring in a single chassis. At the same time, Schneider Electric launched the APC Smart-UPS Ultra, the industry's first and lightest 8 and 10kW single-phase uninterruptable power supply (UPS) system, as well as the latest dry air insulation, digital connection and SF6-free medium voltage switchboard.
Pankaj Sharma, Executive Vice President, Critical Power & Data Center, Schneider Electric, said, "We are unlocking the future of AI for the enterprise. By combining our expertise in data center solutions with NVIDIA's leadership in AI technology, we're helping businesses overcome the limitations of their data center infrastructure and unlock the full potential of AI. Our collaboration with NVIDIA will lay the foundation for a more efficient, sustainable, and transformative future powered by AI." 」
Cutting-edge data center reference designs
Schneider Electric leverages its expertise in data center infrastructure and NVIDIA's advanced AI technology to launch the first publicly available AI data center reference designs. These designs will redefine the benchmark for AI deployment and operations within the data center ecosystem, marking an important milestone in the evolution of the industry.
As AI applications continue to grow in popularity across industries, the demand for resources is greater than that of traditional computing, and the demand for processing power is growing exponentially. The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) has led to significant change and complexity in data center design and operation, and data center operators are striving to rapidly build and operate energy-efficient and scalable energy-stable facilities.
Schneider Electric will introduce cutting-edge data center designs tailored for NVIDIA AI workloads, such as data processing, engineering simulation and generative AI, to help data center operators effectively integrate AI solutions, accelerate deployment, and ensure reliable and stable operations. In addition, AVEVA, a subsidiary of Schneider Electric, connected its digital twin platform to NVIDIA Omniverse, enabling seamless collaboration between designers, engineers, and stakeholders, while helping data center operators reduce time to market and reduce costs.
Innovative solutions that deliver resilient, sustainable, adaptable, and efficient IT infrastructure in data centers and distributed IT environments
Wing Tong Lee, Business Director of Critical Power, Power Systems and Industrial Automation at Schneider Electric Hong Kong, said, "With the recent rise and spread of artificial intelligence, data centers have taken a leading role in driving digitalization and electrification. Data centers are critical to state-of-the-art systems and are catalysts for sustainable progress across all industries. At the same time, the rapid development of digital technology, the rise of edge IT, and the growing popularity of IoT applications have led to an increasing demand for computing, networking, and storage resources in the edge IT environment, driven by the convergence of operational technology (OT) and the need to be closer to support critical business processes and enhance user experience. 」
As a pioneer in innovative technology, Schneider Electric is committed to providing innovative solutions to the unique challenges of the energy-conscious digital world. By harnessing the power of digitalisation, artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things, Schneider Electric is creating an efficient, resilient, resilient and sustainable future for data centers and edge IT.
• Schneider Electric's Intelligent Micro Data Center One (IMDC One) provides an all-in-one cabinet solution that combines power, cooling, security, and monitoring in a single cabinet to support IT loads of up to 7kW, eliminating the need to set up IT rooms, enabling 20% faster deployment and up to 50% capital expenditure (CAPEX) savings. IMDC One can be expanded to three cabinets, providing independent edge IT capacity for semi-controlled environments and wiring cabinets in branch offices and commercial buildings. This affordable solution provides a one-stop professional service with fast response times, allowing customers to deploy simply and quickly in weeks instead of months, enabling a seamless customer experience and optimizing business operations at the edge.
• Schneider Electric expands its APC Smart-UPS Ultra Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) system to 8kW and 10kW. The UPS is the world's smallest and lightest single-phase 8kW and 10kW uninterruptible power supply, providing customers with a more scalable power supply while taking up minimal space. Compared to comparable 4U products, this uninterruptible power supply has a 30% smaller footprint, 50% lighter weight, and 1.5 times higher power density. An uninterruptible power supply equipped with a lithium battery has a life of up to 8 to 10 years, which can last up to 3 times longer than an uninterruptible power supply using traditional lead-acid batteries (VRLA) and can be connected to up to 10 external battery packs for extended operation time.
• Medium-voltage switchboards are critical to power distribution systems, yet most medium-voltage equipment contains sulfur hexafluoride (SF6) gas, a powerful insulating gas that emits greenhouse gases that are 23,500 times stronger than carbon dioxide (CO2), so proper disposal of end-of-life switchboards is critical to prevent SF6 emissions into the atmosphere and avoid costly compliance measures, which can be avoided by transitioning to SF6-free-free medium-voltage switchboards. Schneider Electric's AirSeT series is the latest gas-insulated switchboard with dry air insulation technology and digital connectivity, a sustainable solution that enables grid operators to modernize and decarbonize their grids while improving operational performance and reliability.
About Schneider Electric
Schneider Electric's mission is to enable all people to make the best use of energy and resources, and to promote human progress and sustainable development. We call it Life Is On.
Our mission is to be your digital partner for sustainable and efficient implementation.
We are committed to driving digital transformation across the home, building, data centre, infrastructure and industrial markets. We bring together the world's leading process and energy management technologies to connect products, controls, software and services from the device to the cloud, throughout the entire business lifecycle, to achieve integrated enterprise management.
We are a global company with local strengths, committed to promoting an open ecosystem of technologies and partners, and actively practicing meaningful, diverse and empowering shared enterprise values.
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