APC Smart-UPS RT 5kVA 208V Rack-Mount UPS with NEMA Outlets

The APC Smart-UPS RT 5kVA, 208V, rack-mount edition is engineered to protect critical IT and network equipment in demanding rack environments. Designed for high-density deployments, this 3U UPS delivers reliable double-conversion online power protection with scalable runtime, ensuring your servers, storage devices, and networking gear stay up and running even during extended outages. Built for rack installations, its versatile outlet configuration includes four 5-20R receptacles, plus one L6-30R and one L14-30R NEMA outlet, providing flexible power distribution for mixed loads in data centers, server rooms, and telecommunications cabinets. The unit’s split-phase 208/240V input delivers 120V output where you need it most, enabling clean, consistent power delivery to sensitive electronics while minimizing the risk of data loss or downtime. The Smart-UPS RT series is known for its robust design, intuitive management, and ability to scale runtime with additional batteries—helping you tailor protection to match workload demands and budget. With a two-year repair-or-replace warranty, you can trust this UPS to shield your critical infrastructure from sudden power events, voltage sags, and power interruptions.

• Power protection with double-conversion online topology delivers clean, continuous output even in the face of input disturbances, ensuring sensitive equipment operates without interruption and preserving data integrity during brownouts, surges, and outages.
• Compact 3U rack-mount form factor fits standard server racks, enabling dense deployments in data centers and network closets while maintaining easy access for maintenance, monitoring, and serviceability.
• Flexible outlet configuration includes 4x 5-20R outlets for high-current IT equipment, plus 1x L6-30R and 1x L14-30R NEMA outlets to accommodate diverse power cords and critical loads, simplifying cabling and reducing clutter inside the rack.
• 208/240V split-phase input with 120V output provides a practical solution for data-center environments where phase balance and voltage stability are essential, delivering reliable power to IT gear that depends on precise voltage levels.
• Scalable runtime and managed lifecycle options allow you to extend protection with external battery modules as your power resilience needs grow, while a 2-year repair-or-replace warranty offers peace of mind for IT operations and facilities management.

Technical Details of APC Smart-UPS RT 5kVA

• Model: APC Smart-UPS RT 5kVA, 208V, Rack, 3U
• Output outlets: 4x 5-20R, 1x L6-30R, 1x L14-30R NEMA
• Input voltage: 208/240V (split-phase)
• Output voltage: 120V
• Topology: Double-conversion online power protection
• Runtime options: Scalable runtime through external battery modules
• Form factor: Rack-mounted, 3U height
• Warranty: 2-year repair-or-replace coverage

How to install APC Smart-UPS RT 5kVA

• Prepare the rack: Ensure there is adequate space above and below the unit for airflow, access, and serviceability. Verify the rack is stable and within a climate-controlled environment to maximize battery life and performance.
• Mount the UPS: Install the APC Smart-UPS RT in the 3U space of your equipment rack using the provided rails and mounting hardware. Secure the unit firmly to prevent movement during maintenance or during equipment vibrations in operation.
• Connect input power: Use the appropriate inlet cord to connect the 208/240V supply to the UPS input. Ensure the input circuit is correctly rated for the load and that you follow applicable electrical codes and local regulations for cordage and protection devices.
• Configure outlet distribution: Plan the distribution of critical loads by connecting servers, storage devices, and networking gear to the four 5-20R outlets, and reserve the L6-30R and L14-30R outlets for higher-demand or specialized equipment with larger cords or multi-branch power requirements.
• Power-up and verify: After all connections are secure, power on the UPS and perform a self-test to confirm proper operation. Check that the output voltage is stable at 120V and that all critical devices respond normally to power events. If available, enable management software to monitor voltage, load, and battery health remotely.
• Battery management and expansion: If you anticipate longer downtime in future, install compatible external battery modules according to the manufacturer’s guidelines to extend runtime. Periodically inspect battery health and perform maintenance tests as part of your data-center reliability program.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What loads can the APC Smart-UPS RT 5kVA support?
  A: The 5kVA rating is suitable for essential servers, storage devices, and networking equipment in a typical small to mid-size data-center rack. Distribute critical devices across the 5-20R outlets and reserve the L6-30R and L14-30R outlets for higher-power components or equipment that requires a dedicated feed.
• Q: Can runtime be extended?
  A: Yes. The UPS supports scalable runtime through external battery modules, allowing you to tailor backup duration to match your recovery objectives and maintenance windows.
• Q: What type of input voltage is supported?
  A: The unit operates with 208/240V split-phase input, delivering a stable 120V output to connected equipment.
• Q: Is this suitable for rack-mounted environments?
  A: Absolutely. The UPS is designed as a 3U, rack-mount unit with a versatile outlet configuration, making it ideal for server rooms, data centers, and network closets where space and reliability are critical.
• Q: What warranty comes with the UPS?
  A: It includes a 2-year repair-or-replace warranty, offering protection against manufacturing defects and ensuring support for the expected lifecycle of the equipment.