Description
The APC Symmetra RM 8-12kVA Battery Module delivers extended run power protection for critical workloads across servers, networks, and telecommunications. Designed to work seamlessly with your UPS investment, this battery module helps you scale capacity as your IT footprint grows, ensuring business continuity even during power interruptions. With a flexible mounting capability and a low self-discharge design, it provides an economical and efficient energy storage solution that complements your Symmetra RM system. Whether you’re protecting a data center rack, a departmental IT closet, or a small enterprise network, the Symmetra RM Battery Module is engineered to deliver reliable backup power when it matters most, without compromising on efficiency or space. Its modular approach minimizes downtime and simplifies maintenance, while delivering the dependable run time needed for vital applications, network gear, and communications infrastructure.
- Extended runtime: Add critical capacity to your APC Symmetra RM 8-12kVA UPS to keep essential servers and networking gear online through outages, ensuring uptime for mission‑critical applications and communications platforms.
- Flexible mounting: The battery module can be mounted in virtually any position, offering installation versatility in tight spaces, cabinets, or rack configurations without compromising performance or safety.
- Low self-discharge: The SEALS-based battery cells are designed for low self-discharge, preserving charge when not in use and delivering dependable backup power when you need it most.
- Cost‑per‑watt-hour efficiency: This battery solution emphasizes economy of energy storage, delivering more usable power per watt-hour and helping to lower the total cost of ownership over the life of the UPS system.
- Seamless UPS integration: Engineered to complement the APC Symmetra RM family, the battery module integrates cleanly with existing infrastructure, providing scalable protection for servers, networks, and telecommunications equipment without a complex deployment.
Technical Details of APC Symmetra RM 8-12kVA Battery Module
- System compatibility: Designed to work with APC Symmetra RM 8-12kVA UPS systems, delivering extended run protection for a broad range of enterprise IT deployments.
- Battery type and performance: Sealed, maintenance-free battery modules with low self-discharge characteristics to maximize charge retention during periods of low usage and ensure ready backup when power is interrupted.
- Mounting orientation: The battery module supports mounting in virtually any position to accommodate diverse rack layouts, cabinets, and space restrictions in data centers and network rooms.
- Run-time extension: Provides additional runtime capacity to support critical workloads, allowing graceful shutdowns or continued operation through short outages and unstable power conditions.
- Efficiency and cost: Optimized for cost per watt-hour, enabling a cost-effective energy storage solution that pairs with the Symmetra RM system to deliver reliable power at a favorable total cost of ownership.
- Reliability features: Built to meet enterprise reliability standards, with robust construction and design considerations intended to deliver dependable protection for sensitive IT equipment.
How to install APC Symmetra RM 8-12kVA Battery Module
- Prepare the UPS environment: Ensure the Symmetra RM system is powered down following the manufacturer’s safety guidelines before adding or removing any battery modules.
- Inspect and verify components: Check the battery module for any transport damage and confirm that you have the correct model compatible with your 8-12kVA RM UPS configuration.
- Position and secure: Position the battery module in the designated area of the rack or cabinet. Use appropriate mounting hardware to secure the unit firmly, ensuring clear access for connections and maintenance.
- Connect interfaces: Attach the battery module to the Symmetra RM UPS using the approved interconnects and connectors specified by APC. Ensure all connectors are seated properly and secure to prevent vibration during operation.
- Power-on and test: Restore power to the UPS, then perform a brief runtime test to verify that the added battery capacity is recognized and providing the expected extension of runtime for your critical loads.
- Runtime validation: Use the UPS management software or built-in indicators to monitor runtime extensions under representative load conditions. Confirm that alarms and protection features function as intended.
Frequently asked questions
- What does the APC Symmetra RM 8-12kVA Battery Module do? The battery module extends the runtime of your 8-12kVA Symmetra RM UPS, providing additional backup power to keep servers, networks, and telecommunications gear running during outages and unstable power conditions.
- Can the battery module be mounted in any position? Yes. The design supports mounting in virtually any position, offering installation flexibility in diverse rack layouts and spaces.
- Is the battery module compatible with all Symmetra RM models? The module is intended for use with the APC Symmetra RM 8-12kVA UPS family, aligning with the extended protection needs of mid-to-large enterprise deployments.
- How does this module impact cost per watt-hour? By delivering efficient energy storage and extended runtime, the module reduces wasted power and helps lower the overall cost per watt-hour when paired with a scalable UPS solution.
- What maintenance is required for the battery module? The battery module is designed to be low-maintenance with sealed VRLA-type cells, minimizing routine service. Regular checks of connections and indicators are recommended as part of standard UPS maintenance.
- How do I know when the module needs replacement? Monitor the UPS management interface for battery health indicators, such as charge efficiency, runtime availability, and periodic self-tests. If runtime is significantly reduced or health metrics deteriorate, replacement may be necessary.
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