APC by Schneider Electric SRT5KRMXLW-HW Online UPS — 3U, 208–230V, 5kVA / 4.5kW Power Protection

Protect your most critical equipment with the APC SRT5KRMXLW-HW online UPS. Engineered for data centers, server rooms, and demanding edge deployments, this 3U rack-mount unit delivers true online double-conversion power to keep your servers, networking gear, and storage systems running smoothly even in the face of power disturbances. Designed for 208 V and 230 V configurations, it offers robust performance, flexible hard-wire wiring options, and comprehensive protection features that minimize downtime, extend equipment life, and simplify power management across heterogeneous IT environments.

• 3U rack-mount online UPS with true online, double-conversion topology to continuously filter and regulate voltage, preserving sensitive electronics from voltage sags, surges, and outages.
• Power capacity of 4.5 kW (5,000 VA) ensures reliable runtime for critical workloads, with headroom for short-term peak loads and graceful shutdown of connected equipment during extended outages.
• Input voltage versatility supports common data-center power distributions at 208 V and 230 V, enabling flexible integration into regional electrical systems without compromising protection quality.
• Flexible hard-wire input configurations designed for diverse installation standards: 1 hard-wire 3-wire (2P+G), 1 hard-wire 3-wire (1P+N+G), hard-wire 3-wire (H N + E) configurations, and additional 2-ph + G options, making it suitable for global deployments.
• Reliable, mission-critical protection with scalable battery and management options, quiet operation for office-adjacent data rooms, and compatibility with monitoring software to optimize uptime and energy efficiency.

Technical Details of SRT5KRMXLW-HW

• Model: SRT5KRMXLW-HW
• Topology: Online UPS (double-conversion) delivering clean, continuous output regardless of input fluctuations
• Form Factor: 3U rack-mount chassis for standard 19-inch racks
• Power Rating: 4.5 kW (4500 W) / 5000 VA
• Input Voltage: 208 V or 230 V AC
• Output Voltage: 208 V or 230 V AC (configurable depending on regional settings)
• Voltage Regulation: Maintains tight output voltage with fast transient response to supply clean power to attached equipment
• Protection & Wiring: Multiple hard-wire input configurations available: 1) 2P+G (2-phase plus ground), 2) 1P+N+G (single-phase plus neutral and ground), 3) H N + E (hot, neutral, earth), plus additional 2PH + G arrangements
• Protection Features: Overload and short-circuit protection, short downtime isolation, and battery protection to extend service life
• Monitoring & Management: Compatible with standard APC management interfaces and software for remote monitoring, alerting, and configurable shutdown procedures

how to install SRT5KRMXLW-HW

• Prepare a secure, well-ventilated rack location with sufficient clearance on all sides to promote cooling and access for cabling and maintenance.
• Mount the UPS securely in a standard 19-inch rack using the included rails, ensuring level alignment and solid support to handle the unit’s weight and vibration.
• Choose the appropriate hard-wire input configuration for your regional electrical system (for example, 2P+G or 1P+N+G) and route the input cables to the UPS input terminals following the device’s wiring guide provided in the installation manual.
• Connect your critical loads to the UPS output terminals, organizing cables with proper cable management to prevent obstruction of airflow and to simplify future maintenance or expansion.
• Power up the UPS, perform the initial configuration, and enable monitoring to track runtime, battery health, and event logs. Establish appropriate alarm thresholds and automated shutdown or notification rules in accordance with your organization’s IT continuity plan.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What is the SRT5KRMXLW-HW best used for?
  A: It is designed for protecting critical IT equipment in data centers, server rooms, and edge locations where continuous, clean power is essential. Its online, double-conversion topology provides isolated, tightly regulated output suitable for sensitive servers, storage, and network gear.

• Q: Which input voltages does this UPS support?
  A: It supports 208 V and 230 V input configurations, enabling compatibility with common electrical distributions in many regions. This flexibility helps ensure consistent protection for equipment regardless of regional power standards.

• Q: How much load can the SRT5KRMXLW-HW handle?
  A: The unit provides up to 4.5 kW (4500 W) of output power, with a rating of 5,000 VA. This makes it suitable for protecting a range of critical devices such as servers, storage arrays, switches, routers, and other network devices in small to mid-size deployments.

• Q: What wiring options are available for installation?
  A: The UPS supports multiple hard-wire configurations, including 2P+G, 1P+N+G, and hot-neutral-earth arrangements (H N + E), as well as other 2-phasing options. Choose the configuration that aligns with your local electrical code and facility wiring.

• Q: How do I monitor and manage the UPS?
  A: The SRT5KRMXLW-HW offers compatibility with standard APC monitoring interfaces and software. You can monitor battery health, runtime estimates, input/output voltages, and event logs, receive alerts, and configure shutdown procedures to safeguard workloads during outages.

• Q: Is this unit suitable for rack-level cooling and space constraints?
  A: Yes. With a compact 3U form factor, it fits standard 19-inch racks commonly used in data centers and edge deployments. Ensure adequate airflow around the unit and maintain clearances per the installation guidelines to optimize cooling and performance.