APC by Schneider Electric Smart-UPS 3000VA Rack-mountable UPS

The APC by Schneider Electric Smart-UPS 3000VA Rack-mountable UPS is a cutting-edge power solution designed for IT professionals and network administrators who prioritize business continuity and uptime. This robust 3kVA line interactive UPS is specifically engineered to deliver pure sine wave power, ensuring reliable support for critical electronics during power disruptions. Its 2U rackmount design allows for seamless integration into your existing setup, providing peace of mind with advanced power management capabilities.

• Pure Sine Wave Output: The Smart-UPS delivers clean and consistent power, protecting sensitive equipment from potential damage caused by electrical irregularities.
• Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR): This feature corrects utility voltage fluctuations, ensuring that your devices receive a stable and reliable power source during brownouts or voltage sags.
• SmartSlot for Network Management: Equipped with a SmartSlot for an optional Network Management Card, allowing graceful shutdowns of physical servers, virtual machines, and HCI clusters through PowerChute Network Shutdown software.
• Comprehensive Surge Protection: The APC Smart-UPS provides extensive protection against lightning strikes, power sags, brownouts, and surges, safeguarding your valuable electronics from unexpected electrical events.
• User-replaceable Battery: This UPS features a dedicated user-replaceable battery system, making it hassle-free to restore UPS performance to original specifications with the APC replacement battery cartridge.

Technical Details of the APC Smart-UPS 3000VA

• Power Capacity: 3000VA / 2700W
• Form Factor: 2U Rackmount
• Input Connection: NEMA L6-20P
• Output Connections: 2 x NEMA L6-20R
• Warranty: 3 years (UPS), 2 years (battery)
• Compatible with EcoStruxure IT and third-party management platforms

How to Install the APC Smart-UPS

Installing the APC Smart-UPS is a straightforward process. Follow these steps for proper installation:

1. Choose a suitable location in your rack to install the UPS, ensuring accessibility for maintenance.
2. Secure the UPS into the rack using the included mounting hardware.
3. Connect the UPS input power cord to a compatible power outlet.
4. Connect your critical devices to the UPS output sockets.
5. Turn on the UPS and configure it using the PowerChute software for optimal performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the runtime of the Smart-UPS 3000VA? The runtime depends on the load connected to the UPS. For a typical server load, you can expect around 10-20 minutes of backup time.
• Is the battery user-replaceable? Yes, the APC Smart-UPS features a user-replaceable battery design for easy maintenance.
• Can I connect this UPS to a network management system? Yes, it supports NMCs that integrate with EcoStruxure IT and other third-party centralized management platforms.
• What type of equipment can I connect to the Smart-UPS? It is ideal for servers, storage devices, network closets, business VoIP systems, and retail POS systems, providing robust protection across a range of applications.
• Does the UPS come with software for management? Yes, it is compatible with PowerChute software which enables monitoring and management of the UPS, including safe shutdowns.