Vertiv Geist Upgradeable Metered Rack PDU 11.5kW

The Vertiv Geist Upgradeable Metered Rack PDU (VP8859) delivers 11.5kW of metered power distribution in a high-density rack PDU form factor engineered for demanding enterprise and colocation data center environments. The unit provides real-time current monitoring at the unit level via an integrated digital display, giving operations teams immediate visibility into load levels without requiring network connectivity or additional tooling. Its robust construction supports continuous high-load operation across compute, storage, and networking infrastructure.

A defining capability of the VP8859 is its field-upgradeable monitoring module architecture. The base metered configuration can be upgraded in place to environmental monitoring or networked intelligent PDU functionality by installing a Geist Upgradeable Module (GUM), eliminating the need to replace the PDU as monitoring requirements evolve. This modularity makes the unit a long-term infrastructure investment well suited to phased data center buildouts and changing operational mandates.

The PDU is designed for vertical or horizontal installation in standard 19-inch racks and zero-U configurations to preserve usable rack unit space. With a high outlet count supporting mixed IEC and NEMA receptacle configurations and a robust input feed, the VP8859 addresses high-density server, blade chassis, and storage array deployments where per-outlet flexibility and aggregate capacity are both critical operational requirements.

Ideal for

• High-density colocation deployments where per-cabinet power draw must be continuously monitored to enforce power allocation agreements and avoid circuit overloads
• Enterprise data centers undergoing phased infrastructure modernization, leveraging the field-upgradeable module to add networked monitoring capabilities without PDU replacement
• Edge computing installations requiring reliable metered power distribution in space-constrained enclosures with zero-U vertical mounting to preserve rack unit availability
• Hyperscale or multi-tenant facilities tracking power usage effectiveness (PUE) metrics, using unit-level current data to feed capacity planning and energy reporting systems
• Mixed compute and storage racks housing blade chassis and dense storage arrays that demand high aggregate input capacity alongside flexible outlet configurations
• IT infrastructure refresh projects where procurement teams standardize on an upgradeable platform to support future DCIM integration without additional capital expenditure on new PDUs

Technical specifications

Available from Omnixon Global. Submit an RFQ and our team will confirm configuration and availability for your order.