APC SMC1500-2UC Smart-UPS C 1500VA RM 2U 120V with SmartConnect

Product Overview

The APC SMC1500-2UC is a 1440VA 2U rackmount UPS built to protect entry-level servers, networking gear, and AV head-end equipment from power problems. As an APC Smart-UPS C 1500VA rackmount UPS with SmartConnect, it delivers pure sine wave output and cloud-based remote power monitoring for commercial deployments. This line interactive UPS with AVR keeps output voltage in range without draining the battery during routine sags and surges. It is a practical 2U rack-mount UPS for conference room and network-closet power protection.

Product Description

The SMC1500-2UC is a 1440VA/900W line interactive pure sine wave UPS in a 2U rackmount chassis for 120V environments. APC lists it as ideal for entry-level servers, networks, retail POS, and business VoIP, which maps directly to the loads found in a commercial AV rack. Automatic Voltage Regulation keeps output voltage within acceptable user-selectable levels, correcting common utility fluctuations without switching to battery. A SmartConnect Ethernet port enables cloud-based remote power monitoring, so AV and IT staff can check status without a separate management card. PowerChute Serial Shutdown over serial or USB cables provides graceful shutdown of connected systems during extended outages. The UPS offers six NEMA 5-15R outlets for connected equipment and presents status on a graphic LCD. It is ENERGY STAR certified under the ENERGY STAR UPS V2.0 program for the USA. A replacement battery is available, supporting long-term serviceability in the AV rack or head-end. The pure sine wave output suits the active PFC power supplies used in modern AV and IT hardware.

Key Features

• 1440VA/900W Capacity — The line interactive design delivers pure sine wave power rated at 1440VA/900W for rack loads.
• 2U Rackmount Form Factor — The chassis mounts in a standard 2U rack space for clean integration into an AV or server rack.
• Automatic Voltage Regulation — AVR keeps output voltage within user-selectable levels without unnecessary battery use during sags and surges.
• SmartConnect Remote Monitoring — The built-in SmartConnect Ethernet port enables cloud-based remote power monitoring of the UPS.
• PowerChute Graceful Shutdown — Serial or USB connection with PowerChute Serial Shutdown allows controlled shutdown of connected equipment.
• Six NEMA 5-15R Outlets — The UPS provides six 120V outlets for protecting connected AV and IT devices.
• Graphic LCD Interface — An on-unit graphic LCD shows operating status and key metrics for local diagnostics.
• ENERGY STAR Certified — The unit meets ENERGY STAR UPS V2.0 requirements for energy-efficient operation in the USA.

Typical Applications

• Conference Room — It protects codecs, switchers, and control processors in a conference room AV rack from power interruptions.
• Huddle Room — The 2U footprint fits compact huddle room racks that still need reliable backup for networked AV gear.
• Commercial Meeting Space — It keeps shared meeting space AV and networking equipment online during brief utility events.
• Training Room — The UPS supports training room presentation systems and the local network switches that drive them.

Technical Specifications

Specifications sourced from Schneider Electric (APC) product data.

Frequently Asked Questions

What equipment is the SMC1500-2UC best suited to protect?
APC lists it as ideal for entry-level servers, networks, retail POS, and business VoIP, which covers most AV head-end and networking loads in a 2U rack.

How does it mount in an AV rack?
It uses a 2U rackmount chassis, so it occupies two standard rack units in a 19-inch AV or server rack.

Can it integrate with our IT monitoring?
Yes, the SmartConnect Ethernet port provides cloud-based remote power monitoring, and USB or serial connections support PowerChute Serial Shutdown for graceful shutdown of connected systems.

Does it provide pure sine wave output?
Yes, it is a line interactive pure sine wave UPS, which suits the active PFC power supplies used in modern servers and AV equipment.

Is a replacement battery available?
Yes, APC lists an available replacement battery for this model to support long-term serviceability.

What about warranty and support?
Refer to Schneider Electric documentation for current warranty terms and support options for this Smart-UPS C model.

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