Inline power management
Redefining Power Control for Next-Generation Infrastructure
In today’s hyperconverged data centers, power management shouldn’t be an afterthought, it’s the foundation of efficiency, sustainability, and scalability. Traditional rack-mounted Power Distribution Units (PDUs) are clunky, costly, and siloed from your virtualization layer.
Enter Karios PowerLink: a compact, intelligent device that embeds real-time power monitoring directly into the power path of any server or edge device.
Seamlessly integrated with Karios Core, it delivers fleet-wide visibility and control from the firmware up, empowering IT teams to optimize energy like never before.
Whether you’re scaling a global data center, deploying edge compute, or managing IoT clusters, Karios PowerLink makes power intelligence portable, affordable, and hypervisor-native. Discover how it transforms energy management into a strategic advantage.
Key Capabilities
Karios PowerLink is designed for universal compatibility and effortless deployment.
| Capability | Description | Technical Specs & Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Agnostic Device Connection | Supports AC and DC power interfaces for servers, appliances, and edge devices. | • AC: IEC C13/C14 connectors (global data center standard). • DC: 2.1 x 5.5mm barrel connectors (ideal for IoT/embedded systems). • Plug-and-Play: Inline insertion, no rewiring, downtime, or specialists required. Ensures cross-device compatibility from SFF compute to high-density racks. |
| Server-Portable Intelligence | Attaches directly to the power cable, moving with your hardware for dynamic tracking. | • Auto-registers to powered devices. • Re-assignment via Karios mobile app (QR/barcode scan). • Enables "follow-the-server" energy profiling, rapid redeployment across racks/edges, and flexible inventory management. |
| Native Hypervisor Integration | Deep ties to Karios Core for synchronized power/thermal data with workloads. | • Real-time sync with VM scheduling, Kubernetes orchestration, and hardware telemetry. • Per-VM/container energy attribution (unmatched by PDUs). • Holistic system health view: compute + memory + storage + networking + power. |
| Karios Atlas Inventory & Analytics | AI-driven platform for auto-discovery and fleet-scale insights. | • Patented auto-indexing with unique device IDs. • Query energy stats (device/rack/global) via intuitive dashboards. • Compliance support (e.g., ISO 50001, LEED). • AI-optimized workload scheduling to energy-efficient nodes. |
| Compact & Cost-Efficient | Palm-sized design scales per-device without rack bloat. | • Installs in seconds; no rack space needed. • Fraction of PDU costs, ideal for edge/remote/IoT. • Scalable from single servers to thousands in HCI clusters. |
Why Karios PowerLink Matters
In the hyperconverged era, where compute converges with storage and networking, power must converge too. Karios PowerLink isn’t just a monitor, it’s a game-changer for efficiency and compliance:
Zero-Touch Provisioning
Scan a barcode with the Karios mobile app to pair it with your server. Instant registration in Karios Core and Atlas, no IT tickets required.
Energy Efficiency Built-In
Power data flows natively into virtualization decisions, like auto-migrating VMs to low-energy nodes or optimizing Kubernetes pods.
Sustainability by Default
Generate auditable reports for energy standards, helping you meet carbon reduction goals and regulatory audits effortlessly.
One-Stack Simplicity
From security to storage to now power, all managed in Karios Core. Streamline operations, cut complexity, and scale smarter.
Key Benefits
Karios PowerLink is designed for universal compatibility and effortless deployment.
IT Operators: Say goodbye to fragmented tools. Karios PowerLink unifies power data with your hypervisor, spotting inefficiencies before they spike costs.
Executives & Sustainability Leads: Track carbon footprints fleet-wide for ESG reports, proving your commitment to green computing.
Developers & Edge Teams: Portable and plug-and-play means faster prototyping and deployment in distributed environments.
Ready to unlock hyperconverged power intelligence?