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# **Data Center Connector Solutions**

## Reliable Connectivity for the Systems That Keep Data Centers Running

Hirose connectors are engineered to perform in the most demanding environments, supporting power, cooling, monitoring, and infrastructure systems 24/7/365.

[Explore Applications →](https://info.hirose.com/applications/data-center/?hsLang=en#APPLICATIONS)

[**FIND YOUR CONNECTOR →**](https://info.hirose.com/applications/data-center/connector-series?hsLang=en)

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## **THE INFRASTRUCTURE BEHIND DATA CENTER UPTIME**

 

**Modern data centers rely on a complex ecosystem of systems working together to deliver uptime, efficiency, and reliability.** 

**![data-center-ups-system-icon](https://info.hirose.com/hs-fs/hubfs/data-center-ups-system-icon.png?width=80&height=80&name=data-center-ups-system-icon.png)**

**UPS Systems**

 

Protect critical loads and maintain power continuity. 

 

**![data-center-power-distribution-pdu-icon](https://info.hirose.com/hs-fs/hubfs/data-center-power-distribution-pdu-icon.png?width=80&height=80&name=data-center-power-distribution-pdu-icon.png)Power Distribution (PDU)**

 

Distribute and monitor power throughout the facility.

 

**![data-center-monitoring-control-systems-icon](https://info.hirose.com/hs-fs/hubfs/data-center-monitoring-control-systems-icon.png?width=80&height=80&name=data-center-monitoring-control-systems-icon.png)Monitoring & Control Systems**

 

Track performance, environment, and operational health. 

![HiroseElectric\_DataCenter\_Applications\_Image\_August2026\_Final.png](https://info.hirose.com/hubfs/HiroseElectric_DataCenter_Applications_Image_August2026_Final.png.jpg "HiroseElectric_DataCenter_Applications_Image_August2026_Final.png")

**![HiroseElectric\_DataCenter\_Servers\_Icon\_August2026-1](https://info.hirose.com/hs-fs/hubfs/HiroseElectric_DataCenter_Servers_Icon_August2026-1.png?width=80&height=80&name=HiroseElectric_DataCenter_Servers_Icon_August2026-1.png)Servers, Switches, Routers**

 

High-speed computing, storage, and network connectivity.

 

**![data-center-backup-power-battery-icon](https://info.hirose.com/hs-fs/hubfs/data-center-backup-power-battery-icon.png?width=80&height=80&name=data-center-backup-power-battery-icon.png)Backup Power**

 

Battery systems provide energy during outages.

 

**![data-center-cooling-hvac-system-icon](https://info.hirose.com/hs-fs/hubfs/data-center-cooling-hvac-system-icon.png?width=80&height=80&name=data-center-cooling-hvac-system-icon.png)Cooling Systems (HVAC)**

 

Maintain optimal temperatures for equipment & efficiency. 

 

**![data-center-security-system-icon](https://info.hirose.com/hs-fs/hubfs/data-center-security-system-icon.png?width=80&height=80&name=data-center-security-system-icon.png)Security Systems**

 

Protect people, assets, and critical infrastructure. 

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WHAT'S CHANGING IN DATA CENTER POWER INFRASTRUCTURE

## Higher Power Density Is Changing Data Center Power Design

AI and high-performance computing are increasing rack power density, creating new design considerations for how power is distributed, connected, and serviced across data center infrastructure.

**Relevant across:** UPS Systems  •  Power Distribution  •  Switchgear  •  Backup Power

| 01  \|  HIGHER VOLTAGE ### Higher-voltage architectures introduce new safety and isolation requirements. As data center power architectures move toward 48 V and higher-voltage DC systems, engineers may need to account for arcing, creepage and clearance, electrical isolation, and safe access during service. VIEW HIGH-VOLTAGE SOLUTIONS → PDF | 02  \|  SCALABILITY & MODULARITY ### More capacity can mean more connections in less space. Modular power architectures can increase backplane and cable connections, creating additional requirements for space, mating tolerance, cable routing, and serviceability. [VIEW SCALABILITY & MODULARITY SOLUTIONS →](https://info.hirose.com/hubfs/ModularityandScalability_Data_Center_Hirose_Connector_Recommendations_102026.pdf?hsLang=en) PDF |
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## **EXPLORE DATA CENTER APPLICATIONS**

 

[![UPS systems for data center applications](https://info.hirose.com/hs-fs/hubfs/HiroseElectric_UPS_System_Image_082026.jpg?width=1200&height=480&name=HiroseElectric_UPS_System_Image_082026.jpg)](https://info.hirose.com/applications/data-center/ups?hsLang=en)

### [UPS Systems](https://info.hirose.com/applications/data-center/ups?hsLang=en)

 

[![Backup power systems for data center applications](https://info.hirose.com/hs-fs/hubfs/HiroseElectric_Backup_Power_Image_082026.jpg?width=1200&height=480&name=HiroseElectric_Backup_Power_Image_082026.jpg)](https://www.hirose.com/en/product/application/Smart-Grid_Stationary-Storage-Batteries)

### [Backup Power](https://www.hirose.com/en/product/application/Smart-Grid_Stationary-Storage-Batteries)

 

[![Power Distribution (PDU) connector solutions for data center applications](https://info.hirose.com/hs-fs/hubfs/HiroseElectric_PDU_Image_082026.jpg?width=1200&height=480&name=HiroseElectric_PDU_Image_082026.jpg)](https://www.hirose.com/en/product/application/Smart-Grid_Power-Distributors)

### [Power Distribution (PDU)](https://www.hirose.com/en/product/application/Smart-Grid_Power-Distributors)

 

[![Cooling systems (HVAC) for data center applications](https://info.hirose.com/hs-fs/hubfs/HiroseElectric_Cooling_System_Image_082026.jpg?width=1200&height=480&name=HiroseElectric_Cooling_System_Image_082026.jpg)](https://info.hirose.com/applications/hvac/chiller?hsLang=en)

### [Cooling Systems (HVAC)](https://info.hirose.com/applications/hvac/chiller?hsLang=en)

 

[![HiroseElectric\_Monitoring\_Image\_082026](https://info.hirose.com/hs-fs/hubfs/HiroseElectric_Monitoring_Image_082026.jpg?width=1200&height=480&name=HiroseElectric_Monitoring_Image_082026.jpg)](https://info.hirose.com/hubfs/HiroseElectric_ConnectorRecommendation_DataCenter_MonitoringandControl_August2026.pdf?hsLang=en)

### Monitoring & Control Systems

 

[![Security systems for data center applications](https://info.hirose.com/hs-fs/hubfs/HiroseElectric_Security_System_Image_082026.jpg?width=1200&height=480&name=HiroseElectric_Security_System_Image_082026.jpg)](https://www.hirose.com/product/application/Other-Industrial-Equipment_Security-Systems)

### [Security Systems](https://www.hirose.com/product/application/Other-Industrial-Equipment_Security-Systems)

 

[![Servers, switches, and routers for data center applications](https://info.hirose.com/hs-fs/hubfs/HiroseElectric_Servers_Image_082026.jpg?width=1200&height=480&name=HiroseElectric_Servers_Image_082026.jpg)](https://www.hirose.com/en/product/industry/Data-Centers)

### [Servers, Switches & Routers](https://www.hirose.com/en/product/industry/Data-Centers)

 

 

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## Frequently Asked Questions About Data Center Infrastructure

 

Learn how connectors support power, data, control, reliability, and uptime across modern data center infrastructure.

Why are connectors important in data center infrastructure?  +

Connectors are the physical interface that allows power, data, and control signals to move reliably throughout data center infrastructure. Every server, switch, power distribution unit (PDU), UPS, cooling system, and monitoring device depends on electrical connections between boards, cables, and subsystems to operate as intended.

Because connectors are repeated throughout a facility, their reliability directly affects overall system performance. A connector must maintain stable electrical and mechanical performance through continuous operation, vibration, temperature changes, servicing, and increasing power and data demands. Selecting connectors designed for the specific application helps improve long-term reliability, simplify maintenance, and support data center uptime.

Where are connectors used in data center equipment?  +

Connectors are used throughout nearly every system that supports modern data center operations. They provide power distribution, board-to-board communication, cable connections, signal transmission, and monitoring interfaces across critical infrastructure.

Common applications include UPS systems, backup power equipment, power distribution units (PDUs), cooling and HVAC systems, environmental monitoring, security systems, servers, storage platforms, and network switches. Because each subsystem has different electrical, mechanical, and environmental requirements, connector selection varies depending on the function being performed.

What types of connectors are used in data centers?  +

Data centers use several types of connectors, each designed for a specific purpose. Power connectors distribute electrical power between equipment, board-to-board connectors link printed circuit boards inside electronic systems, wire-to-board connectors connect cables to PCBs, and high-speed data connectors support communication between servers, switches, and storage equipment.

Many systems combine multiple connector technologies within the same design. Engineers select connectors based on factors such as current capacity, signal integrity, available space, operating temperature, durability, and long-term reliability rather than relying on a single connector style throughout the system.

How do connectors affect data center reliability and uptime?  +

Reliable connectors help maintain consistent electrical and mechanical connections throughout the life of a data center system. Stable power delivery, dependable signal transmission, and secure mating all contribute to equipment that operates continuously with fewer unexpected interruptions.

Because thousands of connectors may be installed across a single facility, even small improvements in connection reliability can have a meaningful impact on overall system availability. Connectors engineered for demanding operating conditions help reduce maintenance, support long service life, and contribute to the uptime requirements expected in modern data centers.

What should engineers consider when selecting connectors for data center equipment?  +

Connector selection begins with understanding the application's electrical, mechanical, and environmental requirements. Engineers typically evaluate voltage and current ratings, data transmission performance, connector size, mating cycles, operating temperature, vibration resistance, and available board space before selecting a solution.

The requirements often differ between power systems, networking equipment, cooling systems, and embedded electronics. Evaluating connectors early in the design process helps improve layout flexibility, supports long-term reliability, and reduces the need for design changes later in development.

How do connector requirements differ between power, networking, and board-level applications?  +

Different data center applications place different demands on connector performance. Power systems prioritize current capacity, voltage ratings, and secure mechanical connections. Networking equipment emphasizes signal integrity, bandwidth, shielding, and high-speed data transmission. Board-level applications often focus on miniaturization, stack height, connector density, and manufacturing efficiency.

Many data center platforms combine all three requirements within a single system. Selecting connectors based on the specific function of each subsystem helps engineers balance electrical performance, mechanical reliability, and available design space throughout the infrastructure.

[HAVE MORE QUESTIONS? EXPLORE OUR DATA CENTER FAQs](https://info.hirose.com/applications/data-center/faq?hsLang=en)

## Continue Your Research

 

### Recommended Connector Series

 

Connector families commonly used throughout data center infrastructure for power, signal, and networking applications.

[EXPLORE →](https://info.hirose.com/applications/data-center/connector-series?hsLang=en)

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Browse connector recommendations by system, including UPS, PDU, cooling, monitoring, security, and more.

[BROWSE →](https://info.hirose.com/applications/data-center/connector-series#application-guides)

### Find a Connector

 

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### Featured Insight

 

Inside a Data Center UPS: Explore how connectors support power, control, monitoring, cooling, and communication.

[READ →](https://blog.hirose.com/inside-a-ups-where-connectors-support-power-control-and-communication?hsLang=en)

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