As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly embedded in enterprise strategies. Dell Technologies is currently stepping up with a fresh wave of infrastructure innovations designed to support this shift. From servers to storage systems, Dell’s latest upgrades aim to deliver the scale, flexibility, and efficiency that AI workloads demand. Without compromising on sustainability or performance.
In an era where businesses are racing to modernize data centers, Dell is positioning itself as a central enabler of AI transformation. Offering a full-stack portfolio tailored for both conventional IT and the next generation of AI-powered applications.
The new wave of intelligent computing AI is changing the playbook for data center design. With the rise of massive models and real-time processing, companies now require infrastructure capable of high-throughput, low-latency performance and seamless scalability. Gone are the days of fixed, monolithic systems. The industry is quickly embracing disaggregated, modular architectures that allow compute, storage, and networking to grow independently. Giving businesses more control and agility.
Dell’s Arthur Lewis, who leads the company’s Infrastructure Solutions Group, says this evolution is long overdue. “Today’s applications require infrastructure that adapts fast and scales smart. We’re helping organizations navigate this shift with solutions built from the ground up to handle modern data center demands,” he explained.
Driving sustainable and scalable AI environments Dell’s infrastructure overhaul is as much about sustainability as it is about speed. AI workloads are power-hungry, often placing greater strain on data centers’ cooling and energy systems. That’s why Dell’s new portfolio emphasizes resource efficiency, carbon impact tracking, and support for renewable energy. A move that aligns with growing enterprise commitments to ESG goals.
The company’s PowerEdge server lineup now features refreshed R470, R570, R670, and R770 models, all powered by Intel’s latest Xeon 6 processors. The R770 in particular offers impressive density, freeing up to 80% of rack space while boosting performance by 67% and enabling 50% more CPU cores. These servers are built using the DC-MHS (Data Center Modular Hardware System) framework. A part of the Open Compute Project that promotes interoperability and streamlined deployment.
Next-gen storage and protection On the storage front, Dell has enhanced its PowerStore platform by embedding its AIOps tool, formerly known as CloudIQ. This AI-driven system monitors workload patterns, predicts system performance, and even helps estimate carbon output. It automates certificate renewals, integrates smart card security, and supports new backup workflows.
For object storage, the upgraded ObjectScale architecture introduces two new models: the X560 and XF960. These are optimized for data-intensive AI workflows like media processing and model training. With up to twice the throughput of their closest rivals and 8x the storage density of earlier versions. They’re designed to support large AI data lakes, particularly in hybrid cloud setups.
A new integration with Wasabi adds even more functionality, including global namespace, cloud copy features. And built-in governance for compliance-heavy industries.
Meanwhile, PowerScale storage solutions now support ultra-dense 122TB SSDs, enabling 6PB of capacity in just a 2U chassis. New nodes such as the H710 and A3100 offer cost-efficient, long-term storage for AI training data while supporting higher GPU utilization rates. Key for scaling large model training and inference.
Data protection is also getting smarter. Dell’s latest PowerProtect upgrades include the DD6410 appliance. Which achieves up to 65:1 deduplication, faster backup and restore, and a significantly reduced footprint. The all-flash version cuts power usage by 36% and takes up five times less space.
Future-proofing the AI enterprise As enterprises increasingly pivot toward hybrid and AI-first strategies. Dell’s end-to-end infrastructure refresh offers a foundation to grow on. With intelligent automation, open standards, and support for heavy compute demands, the company is targeting a leadership role in the AI infrastructure space.
Simon Robinson, Principal Analyst at Enterprise Strategy Group (Omdia), summed it up: “We’re seeing a shift toward infrastructure that’s flexible, disaggregated, and easier to manage. Dell’s new offerings align with that direction, giving organizations what they need to support complex workloads without added complexity.”
By leaning into partnerships with Intel and Wasabi, and aligning with sustainability and open compute goals, Dell isn’t just responding to current AI needs—it’s helping define what enterprise infrastructure will look like in the years ahead.
With this strategic upgrade, Dell is making it clear: the future of AI infrastructure will be agile, intelligent, and green—and it’s already here.
