Sourced for enterprise IT teams managing Dell PowerEdge R640, R650, R740, R750, R760 and T-series rack and tower servers, the Dell G8985 (G8985 - Dell 1570-Watts Redundant Hot Swappable Power Supply for PowerEdge 6800) is a Power Supplies & Power Protection component matched to OEM specifications. Each unit is verified against manufacturer datasheet revisions and is appropriate for new-build, expansion, or warranty-replacement procurement. Technical specifications include power of 1570W, generation of Gen8985, features of Hot-Swap, Redundant. Typical use cases include in-place upgrades, EOL replacement under existing OEM service contracts, lab/test environments, and refurbished-rebuild programs. Pro Disk Network sources the G8985 through authorised distribution channels and applies a verification check against the OEM compatibility matrix before each unit is added to active inventory. Each unit ships from a US fulfillment hub (Hillsboro OR, Atlanta GA, or Phoenix AZ) with same-day dispatch on in-stock orders before 3pm ET. Net 30 / Net 60 terms available for qualified business, government, and education accounts. 30-day Pro Disk Network functional warranty included; free US ground shipping on orders over $150.
The G8985 is a Dell power supplies & power protection component with power 1570W, generation Gen8985, features Hot-Swap, Redundant. Pricing on the G8985 is quote-based — email sales@prodisknetwork.com or use our live chat for a quote within one business day.
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The G8985 is a Dell power supplies & power protection part. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with your system make, model, and serial number - we will confirm compatibility and ship same-day if in stock.
How fast does the G8985 ship?
G8985 orders placed before 2 pm ET ship the same business day from US warehouses. Delivery is next business day to most metro ZIPs via FedEx/UPS overnight; ground delivery covers remaining US in 1-4 business days.
The G8985 is deployed by US enterprises, MSPs, government, and education customers across multiple infrastructure scenarios. Below are the most common deployment patterns Pro Disk Network sees in real-world orders.
Rack PDU Replacement — Vertical or horizontal PDUs in cabinet retrofits. Metered or switched models for granular outlet-level control.
Branch UPS — Office or remote site UPS. 1500–3000 VA covers most server-rack mini-deployments with 5–15 minute runtime.
Datacenter UPS Module — Online double-conversion UPS for production server rooms. Match VA rating to total connected load + 30% headroom.
Telco / Battery Backup — DC-powered batteries for telco-class equipment, ISP CPE, and outdoor cabinets. Confirm voltage (-48 V vs +12/24 V).
New, Bulk, or Refurbished — Choosing Your Tier
Pro Disk Network offers the G8985 across three procurement tiers. Each tier is fully functional and warranted; the choice comes down to budget, warranty length, and whether the deployment is production-critical or capacity-expansion.
Tier
Discount vs OEM List
Warranty
Best For
New (Sealed OEM)
25–40%
Dell manufacturer warranty (1–5 yr)
Production-critical first-tier
New (Bulk OEM)
50–65%
3-year Pro Disk Network warranty
New cluster builds, secondary tier
Refurbished
75–85%
12-month advance replacement
Capacity expansion, lab, dev/test, EOL refresh
What is the G8985?
The G8985 is a Dell server power supply unit with power 1570W and generation Gen8985, manufactured by Dell. Pro Disk Network ships this part new and certified-refurbished from our US warehouse with same-day dispatch on orders placed before 3 PM ET, backed by a 30-day return guarantee.
Pros & Cons of G8985
Pros
Compatible with major server chassis (HP, Dell, IBM, Cisco)
Cable management compatible with original chassis layout
Wattage clearly labelled for sizing against connected load
Cons
Refurbished tier may show minor chassis-slot wear
Larger orders may ship LTL freight
Older form factors deprecated by latest chassis revisions
Frequently Asked Questions about G8985
Is the G8985 a genuine Dell part?
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every G8985 as factory-original Dell inventory verified against the manufacturer parts registry before listing. New units arrive sealed in OEM packaging; refurbished units are pulled from decommissioned Dell servers, surface-tested, and re-warranted by Pro Disk Network for 12 months.
Will the G8985 fit my system?
The G8985 is a Dell power supplies & power protection part. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with your system make, model, and serial number - we will confirm compatibility and ship same-day if in stock.
How fast does the G8985 ship?
G8985 orders placed before 2 pm ET ship the same business day from US warehouses. Delivery is next business day to most metro ZIPs via FedEx/UPS overnight; ground delivery covers remaining US in 1-4 business days.
What is the warranty on the G8985?
New G8985 units carry the full Dell manufacturer warranty (typically 1 to 5 years depending on product line). Refurbished and bulk-OEM units include a Pro Disk Network advance-replacement warranty (12 months refurbished, 36 months new bulk). DOA replacement is free within 30 days of receipt.
Do you offer bulk pricing for the G8985?
Yes. Pro Disk Network offers automatic volume discounts at 10, 25, 50, and 100+ unit tiers. Net 30 terms are available for verified businesses, government, and education buyers. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with the quantity and target ship date for a quote within one business day.
Pro Disk Network Buyer’s Guide: Power Supplies & Power Protection
PSU Sizing: Connected Load, Efficiency Curves, and N+1 Redundancy
For N+1 redundancy in a dual-PSU server, both PSUs must be rated to handle full load alone. This is non-negotiable in production: if a single PSU fails and the surviving one is undersized, the system shuts down. The G8985 should be matched in wattage rating to the partner PSU in the chassis; mismatched ratings sometimes work but trigger warnings in the BMC.
AC Input, Phase Balancing, and Datacentre Power Best Practices
Document the G8985 model, wattage, and partner PSU in your CMDB. Power audits typically find one or two undersized servers and one or two over-redundant clusters per rack — both of which waste capacity that could feed additional production load.