Description
APC Symmetra LX 16kVA N+1 Power Array Cabinet
In today’s data centers, uptime and power reliability are non-negotiable. The APC Symmetra LX 16kVA N+1 Power Array Cabinet delivers enterprise-grade power protection with a modular, scalable design that’s engineered to minimize downtime, maximize efficiency, and simplify management. Built for mission-critical workloads, this cabinet integrates seamlessly with APC Symmetra LX UPS systems to provide 16 kVA of dependable capacity while preserving space in standard 19-inch racks. It’s the power backbone for servers, storage, networking gear, and virtualization platforms, ensuring your IT environment remains online even during maintenance or component failures. From small edge deployments to large-scale data centers, the Symmetra LX 16kVA N+1 Power Array Cabinet combines reliability, flexibility, and a streamlined upgrade path that helps IT teams meet aggressive service-level objectives without unnecessary complexity.
- Ultra-reliable 16 kVA capacity with N+1 redundancy ensures continuous operation for critical workloads, protecting business continuity even during component failures or maintenance cycles.
- Modular, hot-swappable power modules and battery modules enable rapid maintenance and scalable upgrades, reducing mean time to repair and enabling capacity growth without a full system replacement.
- Space-efficient 19-inch rack-mount form factor supports clean integration into standard data center racks and edge environments, optimizing floor space while maintaining high performance.
- Comprehensive monitoring and management capabilities provide real-time telemetry, alerts, and remote control, empowering IT teams to optimize power usage, plan capacity, and respond quickly to events.
- Full APC ecosystem compatibility and access to global support for installation, service, and future upgrades, ensuring a cohesive, long-term power protection strategy.
Technical Details of APC Symmetra LX 16kVA N+1 Power Array Cabinet
- Capacity: 16 kVA (nominal) with N+1 redundancy for uninterrupted operation
- Form factor: 19-inch rack-mount cabinet designed for data center and edge deployments
- Redundancy: N+1 architecture to ensure availability during maintenance or module failure
- Compatibility: Part of the APC Symmetra LX family with compatible UPS modules and accessories
- Application: Suitable for critical IT workloads, servers, storage, and network gear requiring high availability
- Management: Supports APC monitoring and management interfaces for proactive power protection
- Durability: Built for enterprise environments with rugged construction and reliable components
How to install APC Symmetra LX 16kVA N+1 Power Array Cabinet
Step 1: Plan and prepare — Assess rack space, cable routing, cooling, and service access. Confirm you have the correct mounting rails, screws, and labeling to match your 19-inch rack installation.
Step 2: Install mounting rails — Attach the rails to the cabinet and secure them to the rack with the manufacturer-supplied hardware. Ensure rails are level and firmly fastened to support the weight of the cabinet and future modules.
Step 3: Rack-mount the cabinet — Slide the cabinet into the rack, align with rails, and secure it at the top and bottom to prevent movement during operation and servicing. Double-check for proper alignment with adjacent equipment.
Step 4: Install and connect power modules — Insert modular power units in the N+1 configuration, connect to the UPS modules, and route power cables to distribution panels according to your facility’s electrical standards and local codes.
Step 5: Commission, configure, and test — Power on the system, verify alarms and telemetry, check battery health, and run a controlled failover test to confirm seamless operation and proper management interface behavior.
Frequently asked questions
- Q: What does N+1 mean in the APC Symmetra LX 16kVA N+1 Power Array Cabinet? A: N+1 denotes one additional power module beyond the required capacity to provide failover protection, enabling continuous operation if a component fails or requires maintenance.
- Q: Is the Symmetra LX cabinet compatible with existing APC UPS modules? A: Yes, it is designed to integrate with the Symmetra LX UPS family and related accessories for cohesive power protection.
- Q: Can the system scale as my IT load grows? A: The modular architecture enables incremental capacity additions, allowing you to expand power protection without a full replacement.
- Q: What management options are available? A: APC provides built-in monitoring interfaces and software to track power metrics, alerts, and health status, with remote management options to streamline operations.
- Q: What environments is this cabinet best suited for? A: It is ideal for data centers, enterprise server rooms, and edge deployments where high availability, reliability, and scalable power protection are essential.
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