FAQ

Frequently asked questions.

Straight answers on GPU colocation, power and how we work. Don't see yours? Email contact@ldadvisors.ai.

FOR TENANTS

Finding space and power

What does a data center colocation advisor do?

A colocation advisor finds and negotiates data center space and power for a tenant. LD Advisors scopes your GPU deployment, takes it to operators with matching capacity, confirms power dates and cooling, and helps negotiate terms through move-in.

Do you work with neoclouds and GPU clouds?

Yes. Neoclouds deploying their own GPUs are a core part of what we do, from first racks to 20 MW+ in one site. See colocation for neoclouds.

What size deployments do you work on?

Anything from a single rack to 20 MW+, for neoclouds, AI labs and physical AI companies.

Is the capacity you bring real colocation or GPU rental?

Colocation for hardware you own, unless you ask for rental too. A lot of advertised capacity is compute rental on the provider's GPUs, so we confirm the model with each provider before a site reaches your shortlist.

What do I need to send to get started?

Your IT load (MW or rack count) is enough to start. It helps to add kW per rack, cooling type, preferred markets, target date and term. If some of it isn't settled, we'll work it out with you on the first call.

How quickly will I hear back?

The same business day. Vetted options usually follow in about five business days once the requirement is scoped.

Will you share my company's name with data centers?

Not without your permission. We can take your requirement to operators anonymously and share details only under NDA.

Which US markets do you cover?

We source nationwide. See our market pages for capacity and vacancy in the eight primary markets, or tell us your latency, power and budget limits and we'll suggest markets that fit.

FOR OPERATORS

Listing capacity

Is there a minimum size to list capacity?

No. We work with listings of any size, from a few cabinets to multi-megawatt halls and powered shells.

What do you need from an operator?

Location, available MW and the energization date to start. Maximum density, cooling, tier, carrier options and minimum term help us match faster.

Do you introduce tenants without our OK?

No. We send the scoped requirement first. If you want to pursue it, we set up an NDA and make the introduction.

How are tenants qualified?

Before an introduction we confirm load, density and cooling, the hardware and whether it's ordered, the date power is needed, the term they can sign, and who makes the decision.

TECHNICAL

Power, cooling and space types

How much power does a GB300 NVL72 rack need?

HPE lists 132 kW nominal per rack and recommends provisioning busway for 192 kW. Read our GB300 rack requirements guide.

Can you find liquid-cooled space for GB300 NVL72 racks?

Yes, that's our focus. These racks need direct-to-chip liquid cooling and over 100 kW per rack. We only bring back sites that can support that density, with a confirmed energization date.

What is an energization date, and why does it matter?

It's the date utility power is live and the hall can carry your load. Space without a confirmed date can slip by months, so we confirm it before we present a site.

What's the difference between colocation, powered shell and GPU-as-a-service?

Colocation rents you racks, power and cooling for hardware you own. A powered shell is an energized building you fit out yourself. GPU-as-a-service rents you the GPUs too. See our comparison.

What is a CDU?

A coolant distribution unit. It moves coolant through the racks' cold plates and transfers the heat to the building's facility water loop. Liquid-cooled GPU racks need one, in-row or in the hall.

REQUEST CAPACITY

Tell us what you need to deploy.

We'll come back the same business day. Details stay under NDA, and we can take your requirement to operators anonymously.

Have capacity to fill? List your capacity

Got it. Your requirement is in.

We'll reply the same business day. If you'd like an NDA in place first, say so in your reply and we'll send ours.

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