Equal1 and Dell collaborate on hybrid quantum-classical computing

Equal1 has announced a milestone in the evolution of quantum computing with the global release of Equal1 RacQ. RacQ, the next generation evolution of our Bell-1 Server, represents the world's first deployable rack-mounted silicon-spin quantum computer designed to live within a standard 19-inch data center rack.
Hybrid Quantum-Classical Computing (HQCC) Integration
HQCC enables high-impact applications, including investment risk analysis, materials simulation and supply chain optimisation.
In these workflows, classical and quantum workloads operate as a single system. Intensive subroutines are offloaded to the RacQ quantum processor, while pre- and post-processing remain on the classical compute server.
This integration allows organisations to prioritise high-impact use cases and move hybrid systems directly into production.
Experience RacQ and HQCC In Action
Equal1 and Dell Technologies are demonstrating how HQCC could be deployed in a data centre next week at Dell Technologies World in the Modern Data Center area of the Solutions Expo. In this experimental prototype, Equal1's RacQ integrates a silicon quantum computer with a Dell PowerEdge R770 server, a PowerSwitch networking environment and Dell's Quantum Intelligent Orchestrator – a prototype created to manage and schedule workloads across heterogeneous compute resources – all within a standard data centre rack design.
While the demonstration is a research collaboration, it shows how HQCC is indeed possible in HPC environments and sets a practical benchmark for low-disruption QPU integration.
RacQ highlights
Standard Power: It plugs into a standard single-phase electrical socket, consuming only 1600 W – comparable to a high-end classical server.
Advanced Cooling: It features an integrated, self-contained, closed-cycle cryocooler that maintains an internal temperature of 0.3 Kelvin without external infrastructure.
Compact Footprint: Weighing 400 kg, the hybrid quantum classical compute device fits perfectly into a standard Dell 42U frame.
For too long, quantum computing has remained isolated in specialist environments, custom-built and disconnected from standard infrastructure. Equal1 is changing this by delivering quantum compute in a familiar footprint, accessible to every data center operator.
Building on the foundation of the Bell-1, the new Equal1 RacQ translates that same quantum power into a deployable, rack-mounted form factor. The Equal1 RacQ is designed to integrate seamlessly with any classical compute hardware, enabling hybrid quantum classical compute all within the same data centre rack form factor.
Whether an organisation utilises existing server stacks or specialised high-performance computing (HPC) nodes, RacQ functions as a peer-level resource within the rack.
"For nearly every organisation, quantum computing remains out of reach, confined to labs," says Jason Lynch, CEO of Equal1. "We're changing that. We are putting quantum inside the rack so customers can roll it in, plug it in and begin running hybrid quantum–classical workloads in days, using the infrastructure they already own."
Powered by UnityQ: Silicon-Scale Innovation
The Equal1 RacQ is powered by UnityQ, a breakthrough quantum system-on-chip that will integrate the complete quantum system onto a single silicon package.
Standard CMOS: Built using standard semiconductor processes, allowing it to scale on the cadence of global chip progress.
Efficient Power: Runs at approximately 1.6kW from a single-phase electrical socket.
Self-Contained Cooling: An integrated, closed-cycle cryocooler maintains an internal temperature of 0.3 Kelvin without requiring external cryogenic infrastructure.
Data Centre Ready: The full system weighs 400 kg and fits within a standard rack footprint.
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