APC Smart-UPS X 1500VA Rack/Tower UPS 1200W SMX1500RM2UC
The APC Smart-UPS X 1500VA Rack/Tower UPS, model SMX1500RM2UC, delivers 1200W of pure sine wave power protection, safeguarding critical IT equipment from costly power problems and ensuring continuous operation for up to 5 years per battery.
- Reliable Power Protection: Provides 1200W of pure sine wave output, ensuring stable, clean power for sensitive servers and networking gear, preventing data corruption.
- Flexible Deployment: Features a 2U rackmount/tower convertible design, allowing seamless integration into diverse IT environments from server rooms to wiring closets.
- Extended Uptime: Offers Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR) to correct voltage fluctuations without battery use, preserving battery life for actual power outages.
- Simplified Management: Includes a SmartSlot for optional network management cards, enabling remote monitoring and control to minimize on-site intervention.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The APC Smart-UPS X 1500VA Rack/Tower UPS, model SMX1500RM2UC, is an enterprise-grade line-interactive power protection solution delivering 1200W of pure sine wave output across 8 NEMA 5-15R outlets. It supports input voltages from 75V to 154V and features a 2U rackmount/tower convertible form factor.
Engineered for operational resilience, this UPS includes Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR) to stabilize power without draining the battery, a hot-swap battery for maintenance without interruption, and a SmartSlot for advanced network management capabilities. It is TAA compliant and ENERGY STAR certified for efficiency.
- Core Functionality: Uninterrupted Power Supply: Delivers 1200W of reliable battery backup power, ensuring critical servers and network equipment remain operational during power outages, preventing data loss and service interruptions.
- Advanced Power Conditioning: Features Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR) to correct voltage sags and surges by up to 30% and 12% respectively, protecting sensitive electronics from damaging fluctuations without engaging the battery.
- Flexible Deployment Options: Designed with a 2U rackmount/tower convertible form factor, providing versatile installation options to fit existing server racks or standalone IT closets, optimizing space utilization.
- Enhanced Manageability: Equipped with a SmartSlot for optional network management cards, enabling remote monitoring, configuration, and graceful shutdown of connected systems, reducing manual intervention and improving response times.
- Operational Value: Simplified Maintenance: Supports hot-swappable batteries with a 5-year lifespan and automatic self-tests, allowing for battery replacement without downtime and ensuring continuous system health monitoring.
Deploying the APC Smart-UPS X 1500VA ensures your essential IT infrastructure is protected against power disruptions, maintaining business continuity and data integrity.
Technical Specifications
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What This Solves
Protecting Critical Server Racks
Organizations with dedicated server rooms or data closets require robust power protection for their mission-critical hardware. This UPS provides 1200W of pure sine wave battery backup, ensuring servers, storage, and networking equipment remain online during power outages.
Corporate data centers, enterprise infrastructure teams, co-location facilities
Ensuring Branch Office Continuity
Distributed businesses need reliable power solutions at remote sites to prevent localized outages from impacting operations. The 2U rack/tower design and AVR capabilities make this UPS ideal for protecting essential networking gear and local servers in branch offices.
Multi-site enterprises, franchise operations, distributed branch networks
Stabilizing Sensitive IT Equipment
Many modern IT devices, including advanced networking equipment and virtualized servers, are highly sensitive to power fluctuations and dirty power. This unit's line-interactive topology and Automatic Voltage Regulation actively condition incoming power, preventing hardware damage and system instability.
IT operations teams, network operations centers, facilities management
Key Features
1200W Output Power Capacity
Supports multiple critical servers and networking devices simultaneously, ensuring comprehensive protection for essential IT loads.
Line-Interactive UPS Topology with AVR
Automatically corrects voltage sags and surges without switching to battery, extending battery life and providing consistent, clean power to connected equipment.
Pure Sine Wave Output
Delivers high-quality power that is essential for sensitive electronic equipment, preventing operational issues and extending hardware lifespan.
Hot-Swappable Battery
Allows for battery replacement without powering down connected equipment, minimizing downtime and simplifying maintenance procedures.
SmartSlot Expansion Port
Enables integration with optional network management cards for remote monitoring, control, and graceful shutdown capabilities, enhancing operational oversight.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Ensures continuous operation of trading platforms and financial data systems, protecting against power interruptions that could lead to significant financial losses and compliance breaches.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Safeguards critical medical records systems and diagnostic equipment from power anomalies, maintaining patient data integrity and operational continuity in clinics and labs.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Protects industrial control systems, production line servers, and network infrastructure from voltage fluctuations, preventing costly downtime and data loss in manufacturing processes.
Legal & Professional Services
Provides uninterrupted power for client management systems and document servers, ensuring legal and accounting firms maintain access to critical data and comply with data availability requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of equipment can this 1500VA UPS protect?
This 1500VA (1200W) UPS is designed to protect critical IT equipment such as entry-level servers, network switches, routers, and storage devices. It provides sufficient power for graceful shutdowns or short-term operation during outages.
Can this UPS be managed remotely?
Yes, the APC Smart-UPS X 1500VA includes a SmartSlot for an optional network management card (e.g., APC AP9631). This card enables remote monitoring, control, and graceful shutdown of connected systems over a network.
What is the benefit of Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR)?
AVR automatically corrects minor voltage fluctuations (sags and surges) without engaging the battery. This preserves battery life for actual power outages, ensuring maximum runtime when it's truly needed and protecting equipment from inconsistent power.
Is this UPS suitable for both rackmount and tower installations?
Yes, the APC Smart-UPS X 1500VA features a convertible design, allowing it to be installed as a 2U unit in a standard server rack or used as a standalone tower unit, providing deployment flexibility for various IT environments.
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.