Vertiv GXT5-1000LVRT2UXLTAA Online 2U Rack/Tower UPS — 1000VA/1000W, 120V, TAA

Overview

The Vertiv GXT5-1000LVRT2UXLTAA is a 1000VA/1000W, 120V online double-conversion UPS in a 2U rack/tower form factor, designed for IT closets, edge deployments, and security infrastructure racks where power quality — not just outage backup — is the primary concern. The GXT5-1000LVRT2UXLTAA (often searched as GXT5 1000LVRT2UXLTAA) carries TAA compliance, making it a straightforward fit for federal, state, and local government procurement as well as any project requiring Trade Agreements Act conformance.

Online double-conversion topology means every watt of connected load runs through the inverter continuously — input power is rectified to DC, then regenerated as clean AC output. There is no transfer time to battery on outage, no voltage sag during the switch, and no waveform distortion passed through from the utility. For sensitive loads like NVRs, IP camera servers, access control panels, and network switches, this matters more than the VA number: the connected equipment never sees grid noise, brownouts, or switching transients.

The GXT5 family uses a DSP-based microcontroller (confirmed from Vertiv firmware documentation) for real-time power conditioning and battery management. Vertiv has maintained an active firmware release cycle for the 500–3kVA LV/HV/I variants from 2018 through January 2025 (V250 MCU / V220 battery MCU as of the latest release), indicating an actively supported product with ongoing software improvements rather than an end-of-life platform.

Key Features

Online Double-Conversion at 1000VA/1000W Unity Power Factor: 1000VA with a 1.0 power factor means the full 1000W of real power is available to your load — no derating. Many competing UPS units at 1000VA rate to 700–900W; this one delivers the full nameplate wattage to the equipment.

120V, 2U Rack/Tower Convertible: Fits a standard 19-inch rack at 2U or stands tower-orientation on a desk or shelf. Useful for small edge racks that mix rack-mount and freestanding gear.

TAA Compliance (LTAA suffix): Procurement teams on GSA schedule, DHS, DoD, or state/local government contracts can specify this unit without a waiver. The TAA designation is embedded in the MPN itself — GXT5-1000LVRT2UXLTAA.

DSP Microcontroller: Digital signal processing for power management enables tighter output regulation and more precise battery state-of-health monitoring compared to analog control architectures.

Actively Maintained Firmware: The 500–3kVA LV variant has received firmware updates from 2018 through January 2025 — a sign that Vertiv is actively supporting this platform, which matters when you're sizing UPS for a 5–7 year security infrastructure lifecycle.

Integration and Compatibility

The GXT5 series is part of Vertiv's Liebert power protection line, which integrates with Vertiv's Liebert IntelliSlot communication card ecosystem for SNMP/network management. Verify that any network management card is included or ordered separately for remote monitoring. For rackmount UPS deployments in NVR and video surveillance server racks, pair with a compatible rack enclosure sized for 2U insertion. Consult a UPS sizing guide to confirm runtime at your actual connected load before ordering — 1000W is the maximum, and runtime drops sharply as load approaches nameplate.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is the GXT5-1000LVRT2UXLTAA TAA compliant?

A: Yes. The