Recent trends in server design are setting the stage for a significant transformation in data center power distribution and management. With high-performance computing (HPC) and artificial intelligence (AI) integration, power-per-rack-unit requirements are escalating. This surge is further amplified by the proliferation of the Internet of Things (IoT) and the growth of edge computing, demanding data centers’ adoption of a more distributed model with agile, decentralized power management solutions.
Coexisting with these developments is the continued expectation for reliability and continuous high-quality power, essential for cloud services and edge business processes.
To address these complex challenges, design engineers must adopt a comprehensive system-wide approach to power management. Central to this strategy is the implementation of scalable and adaptable power distribution infrastructures that can be seamlessly upgraded. These systems must accommodate increasing rack densities and adapt to emerging technologies to remain responsive in the evolving industry landscape.
In alignment with OCP’s definitions for power rack infrastructure and in close collaboration with industry leaders, Molex has developed ORV3 connectivity solutions for power distribution that balance spatial, thermal and power efficiency requirements with flexibility to scale up as capacity grows.
