Vertiv GXT5-2000LVRT2UXLTAAN 2000VA TAA Online Double-Conversion Rack/Tower UPS
Overview
The Vertiv GXT5 GXT5-2000LVRT2UXLTAAN is a 2000VA / 1800W online double-conversion UPS designed for mission-critical loads — surveillance NVRs, network closets, edge compute nodes, and security control rooms — where even a momentary power interruption cannot be tolerated. Unlike line-interactive units that switch to battery during sags, the GXT5 runs your equipment from a fully conditioned inverter output at all times, making input power quality irrelevant to connected devices. It ships in a 2U rack/tower convertible chassis, so it works equally well in a standard 19-inch rack or standing upright on the floor beside a tower server.
TAA compliance (Trade Agreements Act) makes the GXT5-2000LVRT2UXLTAAN suitable for federal, state, and municipal procurement as well as government-adjacent integrators who must satisfy TAA requirements on every line item in a bid.
Key Features
- Online Double-Conversion Topology: Your connected equipment never runs directly from raw utility power. The GXT5 rectifies AC to DC, conditions it, and inverts back to clean AC — zero transfer time to battery because there is no transfer. For NVR and video storage systems mid-write during a surge or brownout, this matters more than the VA rating itself.
- 2000VA / 1800W at 0.9 Power Factor: The 0.9 power factor rating (not the dated 0.7 or 0.8 common on older UPS lines) means you actually get 1800W of usable watts — roughly 15A continuous at 120V. Size your load to no more than 80% of that (about 1440W) for safe continuous operation and adequate headroom for startup surges.
- Up to 98% Efficiency in Active ECO Mode: Running 24/7 UPS infrastructure at 95% on-line efficiency is already reasonable; the optional Active ECO mode pushes that to 98%, reducing heat dissipation and lowering annual operating costs on deployments with many units. ENERGY STAR 2.0 certification backs the efficiency claim.
- Flexible Output Receptacle Layout: The seven output receptacles — one L5-20R plus six 5-20R — include four individually programmable 5-20R outlets. Programmable outlets let you sequence startup and shutdown per device priority: bring NVRs online before cameras, or cut non-critical loads first during extended outages without touching the protected circuits.
- Wide Input Voltage Acceptance (60–150V): The GXT5 accepts input from 60V to 150V before switching to battery. In facilities with known voltage instability or long feeder runs, this wide window keeps the unit on utility power longer, extending battery life over the UPS's operational lifetime.
- User-Configurable Output Voltage: Output can be set to 110, 115, 120, or 125VAC within ±3% — useful when equipment loads have narrow input tolerances or when replacing legacy UPS units that conditioned to a specific voltage.
- Colored Gravity-Sensing LCD Panel: The control panel auto-rotates its display orientation depending on whether the chassis is racked horizontally or standing as a tower. In a dense rack where you're reading the panel from an angle, this is a practical convenience rather than a marketing detail.
- IntelliSlot RDU120 Ready: The optional Liebert IntelliSlot RDU120 communications card (sold separately) adds SNMP and web management, enabling integration with building management systems, DCIM platforms, and NMS tools. Without the card, USB, RS232, RS485, and terminal block interfaces are still available for local or serial out-of-band management.
- UL 1778 / CSA 22.2 / RoHS2 / REACH Listed: Third-party safety listings (UL 1778 4th edition, CSA 22.2 No. 107.1) confirm the unit meets North American electrical safety standards. RoHS2 and REACH compliance supports deployments subject to environmental materials regulations.
- External Battery Connector: A dedicated external battery connector means runtime can be extended with compatible external battery cabinets — practical for surveillance deployments in remote locations or server rooms where generator transfer times exceed built-in battery capacity.
Integration & Compatibility
The GXT5-2000LVRT2UXLTAAN fits a standard 2U rack slot (16.9 in W × 3.4 in H × 18.5 in D, 47.5 lbs). The L5-20P input plug requires a matching L5-20R receptacle on the PDU or panel — confirm your rack PDU has this receptacle before ordering. The six 5-20R output receptacles accept standard NEMA 5-20P plugs, covering virtually all commercial network and security hardware.
For managed monitoring, the optional IntelliSlot RDU120 card enables SNMP traps and a web interface, integrating the UPS into Vertiv's management ecosystem or any third-party NMS that supports SNMP v1/v2c/v3. If SNMP is not in scope, the built-in USB port supports most major UPS management software for graceful server shutdown on power loss. The RS485 and terminal block interfaces cover industrial control system integration scenarios common in physical security and building automation environments.
Operating temperature range of +32 to +104°F (0 to 40°C) covers most conditioned equipment rooms. If your installation environment routinely exceeds 95°F, plan for additional airflow — battery longevity degrades meaningfully above 77°F regardless of UPS brand.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the GXT5-2000LVRT2UXLTAAN TAA compliant for government procurement?
A: Yes. The GXT5-2000LVRT2UXLTAAN carries TAA (Trade Agreements Act) compliance, making it eligible for federal, state, and municipal contracts requiring TAA-compliant products.
Q: What input plug does the GXT5-2000LVRT2UXLTAAN require?
A: The unit ships with a NEMA L5-20P input plug. Your PDU or wall receptacle must have a matching L5-20R receptacle. This is a twist-lock connector rated for 20A — confirm your panel circuit and PDU receptacle before installation.
Q: Does the GXT5-2000LVRT2UXLTAAN include SNMP management out of the box?
A: No. SNMP and web management require the optional Vertiv Liebert IntelliSlot RDU120 communications card, sold separately. Without it, the unit supports USB, RS232, RS485, and terminal block connections for local or serial management.
Q: Can runtime be extended with external battery packs?
A: Yes. The GXT5-2000LVRT2UXLTAAN includes a dedicated external battery connector for compatible Vertiv external battery cabinets. Contact Vertiv or your integrator for compatible EBC models sized to your runtime target.
Q: What is the efficiency of the GXT5-2000LVRT2UXLTAAN?
A: Up to 98% in Active ECO Mode and up to 95% in standard on-line double-conversion mode. The unit carries ENERGY STAR 2.0 certification, which validates the efficiency figures independently.
Q: Is this UPS suitable for rack or tower installation?
A: Both. The GXT5-2000LVRT2UXLTAAN ships in a 2U rack/tower convertible chassis (16.9 in W × 3.4 in H × 18.5 in D). The gravity-sensing LCD panel automatically rotates its display orientation to match whichever installation orientation you choose.
When I spec a UPS for a surveillance or security head-end, the topology question comes first — and the GXT5-2000LVRT2UXLTAAN answers it correctly with true online double-conversion. That 0ms transfer time isn't marketing copy; it's the difference between a recording gap and continuous evidence-grade footage when utility power fails. At 1800W true watts with a 0.9 power factor, this unit has meaningful headroom for a loaded rack — not the inflated VA numbers that leave integrators short when they add up actual load.
Technical Highlights:
- 98% ECO Mode Efficiency: Running multiple UPS units 24/7 in a datacenter or security operations center, the delta between 95% on-line and 98% ECO mode adds up to real dollars annually — and less heat in a sealed IDF closet means longer equipment life across the rack.
- Four Programmable 5-20R Outlets: Load sequencing is the underappreciated feature here. Bringing NVR storage arrays online before cameras, or shedding non-critical loads during extended outages without human intervention, is exactly what a layered physical security installation needs from its power tier.
- 60–150V Input Range: Sites with long feeder runs or older electrical infrastructure often see sags into the 90s. The wide 60–150V window keeps the GXT5-2000LVRT2UXLTAAN on utility power through most disturbances rather than cycling the battery, which directly extends battery service life over a multi-year deployment.
Deployment Considerations:
- The L5-20P input is a twist-lock — verify your rack PDU or wall circuit has a matching L5-20R receptacle before the unit ships. A 5-20 to L5-20 adapter introduces a code compliance question in some jurisdictions; the cleaner path is a PDU with native L5-20R output.
- SNMP monitoring requires the separately purchased IntelliSlot RDU120 card. If your project spec calls for managed UPS monitoring — and most enterprise security deployments should — budget and order the card at the same time. Adding it after commissioning means downtime for the connected load.
This unit is the right call for a 2U-constrained security equipment rack running a 16- or 32-channel NVR, managed PoE switch, and access control head-end — where load is real, runtime matters, and TAA compliance is a hard bid requirement.
