APC SMC1500C Smart-UPS C Battery Backup & Surge Protector with SmartConnect

Product Overview

The APC SMC1500C is a 1440VA tower UPS built to protect entry-level servers, networking gear, desktops, and AV equipment from power problems. As an APC Smart-UPS C 1500VA tower UPS with SmartConnect, it combines pure sine wave output with cloud-based remote power monitoring in a free-standing chassis. This line interactive UPS with AVR keeps output voltage in range without draining the battery during routine sags and surges. It is a practical desktop and equipment-room UPS for conference room and huddle room power protection.

Product Description

The SMC1500C is a 1440VA/900W line interactive pure sine wave UPS in a tower form factor for 120V environments. APC lists it as ideal for entry-level servers, networks, retail POS, business VoIP, and desktops, which covers common AV and IT loads at the workstation and equipment-room level. 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 unit offers eight 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 beside the protected equipment. 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 connected loads.
• Tower Form Factor — The free-standing chassis suits desktop and equipment-room placement where rack space is not used.
• 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.
• Eight NEMA 5-15R Outlets — The UPS provides eight 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 — The tower unit backs conference room AV and control equipment from a floor or credenza position.
• Huddle Room — It provides compact backup for huddle room codecs and networked AV gear without a rack.
• 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 local network devices.

Technical Specifications

Specifications sourced from Schneider Electric (APC) product data.

Frequently Asked Questions

What equipment is the SMC1500C best suited to protect?
APC lists it as ideal for entry-level servers, networks, retail POS, business VoIP, and desktops, covering most AV and IT loads at the workstation and equipment-room level.

Is this a tower or rack-mount UPS?
It is a tower UPS, designed to sit free-standing beside equipment rather than mount in an 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 AV and IT 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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