APC Back-UPS BE500G3 500VA 300W 6-Outlet UPS with USB Charging
The APC Back-UPS BE500G3 delivers essential power and surge protection for critical home office and small business electronics, providing 500VA / 300W capacity across 6 outlets.
- Reliable Power Backup: Provides 500VA / 300W battery backup, ensuring critical systems remain operational during power outages and preventing data loss.
- Comprehensive Surge Protection: Features a 490 Joule surge energy rating, safeguarding connected devices from damaging power spikes and electrical disturbances.
- Versatile Connectivity: Includes 6 AC outlets (4 battery backup, 2 surge-only) and two USB charging ports (Type A and Type C) for flexible device protection and charging.
- Energy Efficient Design: ENERGY STAR Compliant, reducing operational energy costs and supporting sustainable business practices.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The APC Back-UPS BE500G3 is a compact standby UPS system engineered to provide reliable power and surge protection for essential electronics. It offers a 500VA / 300W capacity, ensuring that critical devices like computers, monitors, and network equipment remain powered during outages.
Featuring 6 NEMA 5-15R outlets, with 4 providing battery backup and surge protection, and 2 offering surge protection only, this unit also includes convenient USB Type-A and Type-C charging ports to keep mobile devices powered.
- Uninterrupted Operation: Delivers 500VA / 300W of battery backup power, allowing for graceful shutdowns or continued work during brief power interruptions, preserving productivity.
- Advanced Surge Defense: Equipped with a 490 Joule surge energy rating, actively defending sensitive electronics from voltage spikes that can cause hardware damage and data corruption.
- Flexible Device Support: Provides 6 AC outlets, intelligently split between battery backup and surge-only, enabling tailored protection for various office devices.
- Integrated Device Charging: Features dedicated USB Type-A and Type-C ports, offering convenient charging for smartphones and tablets without occupying additional AC outlets.
- Long-Term Reliability: Designed with a lead-acid battery offering up to a 5-year lifespan, ensuring sustained protection and reducing the frequency of battery replacements.
This APC Back-UPS unit is a strategic asset for any small business or home office seeking to maintain uptime and protect their technology investments.
Technical Specifications
1Performance & Business Impact
2Connectivity & I/O
3Physical & Environmental
4Lifecycle, Warranty & Compliance
Full Specifications
Ports & interfaces6
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What This Solves
Uninterrupted Workstation Operation
During unexpected power interruptions, critical desktop computers and monitors can lose power, leading to data corruption and lost work. This UPS provides immediate battery backup, allowing users to save their work and shut down systems gracefully.
Small business offices, home-based professional setups, individual executive workstations, remote employee deployments
Protection for Point-of-Sale Systems
Retail and hospitality environments rely on continuous operation of POS terminals to process transactions and manage inventory. This unit safeguards POS systems from power fluctuations and outages, preventing transaction failures and revenue loss.
Retail stores, restaurant counters, small hotel front desks, franchise locations, pop-up shops
Safeguarding Network Edge Devices
Modems, routers, and small network switches are essential for internet connectivity and internal communication, but are vulnerable to power surges and brief outages. The UPS ensures these devices remain powered, maintaining network uptime for critical business functions.
Branch offices, small office/home office (SOHO) networks, remote kiosks, distributed sensor networks
Key Features
500VA / 300W Output Capacity
Ensures sufficient power for essential workstations and network devices, preventing unexpected shutdowns and data loss during outages.
Standby (Offline) UPS Topology
Provides cost-effective and reliable basic power protection, making it an economical choice for small business budgets.
6 NEMA 5-15R AC Outlets
Offers flexible power distribution, allowing critical devices to receive battery backup while other peripherals get surge protection.
Integrated USB Type-A and Type-C Charging Ports
Allows convenient charging of mobile devices directly from the UPS, reducing the need for additional wall adapters and keeping essential tools powered.
ENERGY STAR Compliant
Reduces electricity consumption and operating costs, contributing to a lower total cost of ownership and supporting environmental sustainability goals.
Industry Applications
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and accounting practices rely on continuous operation of workstations and network equipment to access critical client data and maintain productivity.
Retail & Hospitality
Small retail stores or restaurant locations need to protect POS systems and payment terminals from power fluctuations to ensure uninterrupted sales.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Small clinics or dental offices use this to safeguard patient data on individual workstations and ensure essential medical devices remain operational.
Real Estate & Construction
Property management offices use this to protect essential computers and communication equipment, maintaining business continuity during power disturbances.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of devices should I connect to the battery backup outlets versus the surge-only outlets?
Connect critical devices like your computer, monitor, and modem to the 4 battery backup outlets to ensure they remain powered during an outage. Non-critical items like printers or desk lamps can use the 2 surge-only outlets for protection without consuming battery power.
How long will the APC Back-UPS BE500G3 power my devices during an outage?
The runtime depends on the power draw of your connected devices. For a typical desktop computer and monitor, it can provide several minutes of power, allowing you to save work and shut down gracefully.
Does this UPS provide protection against power surges only, or does it also regulate voltage?
This unit provides both surge protection and battery backup for power outages. As a standby (offline) UPS, it switches to battery power when it detects significant voltage fluctuations, but it does not actively regulate voltage like an online or line-interactive UPS.
Can I replace the battery in the APC Back-UPS BE500G3 myself?
Yes, the lead-acid battery in this unit is user-replaceable. APC recommends replacing the battery approximately every 3-5 years to maintain optimal performance and protection.
Warranty & Returns
Manufacturer Warranty
Manufacturer warranty applies. Contact Zent Networks for warranty terms specific to this product.
Warranty is provided directly by the manufacturer and covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use.
Return Policy
Returns subject to manufacturer approval
Hardware returns are governed by the manufacturer's return policy. Some products are non-returnable or subject to restocking fees. Defective items are handled under the manufacturer warranty. Contact Zent Networks before initiating any return.