Power outages can shut down your server, erase unsaved work, and cost you time and money. The APC Smart-UPS X SMX1500RMI2U 1500VA 8x C13 USB Line-Interactive 1200W is a high-capacity UPS that keeps your critical equipment running when the grid fails. It supplies clean, battery-backed power and lets you shut down safely, protecting data and hardware. If you run a small office, a home lab, or a network closet, this unit removes the worry of sudden loss of power.
APC Smart-UPS X SMX1500RMI2U 1500VA 8x C13 USB Line-Interactive 1200W
When the mains supply drops or spikes, servers, switches and storage devices can crash, leading to data corruption and costly downtime. This problem matters because every minute of interruption can mean lost revenue and damaged reputation. The SMX1500RMI2U UPS solves the issue by instantly providing up to 1500 VA of clean, battery-backed power, regulating voltage, and allowing a controlled shutdown through its USB port or optional network card. The result is continuous operation, protected hardware, and peace of mind for any small-business or home-office environment.
Benefits
- Keeps servers online during outages, preventing data loss.
- Provides pure sine-wave output for sensitive IT gear.
- Auto-regulates voltage to protect against spikes and sags.
- Offers remote management via optional network card and USB.
- Extends battery life with hot-swap cartridges and external packs.
Usages
The SMX1500RMI2U fits perfectly in a server rack or can stand on its feet as a tower. It powers network switches, small servers, NAS devices, and desktop workstations in a small office or remote branch. IT managers use it to protect critical applications, while home users rely on it for media servers and home labs. The eight C13 outlets let you connect multiple devices, and the switched outlet groups let you stage power-on sequences to avoid in-rush currents.
Key Features
- 1500 VA / 1200 W line-interactive capacity.
- Eight IEC C13 outlets for servers, switches, and storage.
- Built-in LCD displays real-time status and alerts.
- Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR) smooths input fluctuations.
- Switched outlet groups enable phased power-on and load shedding.
- Hot-swap battery cartridge can be replaced without shutdown.
- SmartSlot for optional network management card and SNMP control.
- 98.5 % efficiency reduces energy cost.
- Quiet 40 dB operation suitable for office environments.
- 2U rack-mountable design with convertible tower feet.
Specifications
| Features |
| Auto-restart |
Yes |
| Audible alarm modes |
Low battery alarm, Overload alarm |
| Audible alarm(s) |
Yes |
| Noise level |
40 dB |
| Emergency Power Off (EPO) |
Yes |
| Efficiency |
98.5% |
| Surge energy rating |
645 J |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR) |
Yes |
| Output frequency regulation |
50/60 Hz |
| Input frequency |
50/60 Hz |
| Input operation voltage (max) |
302 V |
| Input operation voltage (min) |
151 V |
| Waveform |
Sine |
| Output power |
1200 W |
| Output power capacity |
1.5 kVA |
| UPS topology |
Line-Interactive |
| Ports & interfaces |
| SmartSlot |
Yes |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports |
0 |
| USB port |
Yes |
| Number of output IEC jumpers |
2 |
| AC outlets quantity |
8 AC outlet(s) |
| Power plug |
C14 coupler |
| AC outlet types |
C13 coupler |
| Battery |
| Battery capacity |
311 VAh |
| Cold start |
Yes |
| Automatic battery test |
Yes |
| Hot-swap battery |
Yes |
| Battery recharge time |
3 h |
| Battery life (max) |
5 year(s) |
| Typical backup time at half load |
17.2 min |
| Typical backup time at full load |
5.8 min |
| Battery capacity |
311 VAh |
| Battery capacity |
311 VAh |
| Battery technology |
Sealed Lead Acid (VRLA) |
| Design |
| LED indicators |
Yes |
| Cable length |
1.83 m |
| Rack capacity |
2U |
| Product colour |
Black |
| Form factor |
Rackmount/Tower |
| Operational conditions |
| Non-operating altitude |
0 - 15000 m |
| Operating altitude |
0 - 3000 m |
| Storage relative humidity (H-H) |
0 - 95% |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) |
0 - 95% |
| Storage temperature (T-T) |
-15 - 45 °C |
| Operating temperature (T-T) |
0 - 40 °C |
| Certificates |
| Certification |
CE, EN/IEC 62040-1, EN/IEC 62040-2, RCM, VDE, REACH, PEP, EOLI |
| Compliance certificates |
RoHS |
| Packaging content |
| Quick installation guide |
Yes |
| Cables included |
RS-232, USB cable |
| Rack mount kit |
Yes |
| Weight & dimensions |
| Weight |
24.8 kg |
| Height |
89 mm |
| Depth |
490 mm |
| Width |
432 mm |
| Packaging data |
| Package weight |
30 kg |
| Package height |
246 mm |
| Package depth |
620 mm |
| Package width |
589 mm |
| Software CD |
Yes |
| Other features |
| Packaging content |
Removable support feet |
| Nominal input voltage |
230 V |
| Nominal output voltage |
230 V |
| Operating temperature (T-T) |
0 - 40 °C |
