Eaton SMX500RT1U – 500VA International Rack-Mount UPS

Product Overview

The Eaton SMX500RT1U is a compact 500VA international UPS system designed as a rack-mount UPS for AV rack, network closet, and point-of-sale deployments. Its line-interactive design with automatic voltage regulation (AVR) makes it a dependable 500VA line-interactive UPS with AVR for protecting PC networks, security systems, and digital signage players from blackouts, brownouts, and surges. As an international UPS for network closet applications, it supports 230V nominal environments common in commercial installations outside North America.

Product Description

Built into a compact 1U rack/tower chassis, the SMX500RT1U delivers 500VA/300W of battery backup power to protect equipment that cannot tolerate downtime or data loss. Its AVR circuitry actively corrects brownouts and overvoltages back to a usable level without switching to battery, extending battery life and reducing wear during minor utility fluctuations. This makes it a strong fit as a 1U rack UPS for digital signage players, small network switches, or VoIP gateways sharing rack space in a server closet or AV equipment rack. The seven-outlet IEC C13 configuration, with six individually controllable via software, gives integrators flexibility to sequence equipment power-up and shutdown during maintenance windows. It is also a practical UPS for point-of-sale and kiosk installations where a single compact unit needs to protect a terminal, receipt printer, and network gear together. As a commercial UPS battery backup installation option, the SMX500RT1U suits small-business VoIP networks, security camera systems, and rack-mount equipment in server rooms or network closets that need dependable, low-footprint protection.

Key Features

• Line-Interactive Topology with AVR — Automatically corrects brownouts and overvoltages without draining the battery.
• 500VA/300W Power Handling — Sized for network switches, VoIP equipment, digital signage players, and POS terminals.
• 1U Rack/Tower Form Factor — Fits standard AV or IT racks or can be used freestanding.
• Seven IEC C13 Outlets — Six individually controllable outlets plus a surge-only outlet for flexible load management.
• Hot-Swappable Battery — Uses an RBC62-1U replacement cartridge, allowing battery service without powering down connected loads.
• Fast Recharge Time — Recharges from 10% to 90% capacity in under 4 hours after an outage.
• USB and DB9 Serial Connectivity — Supports remote monitoring and shutdown software integration for unattended equipment closets.

Typical Applications

• Huddle room
• Multi-purpose room

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the SMX500RT1U compatible with standard 19-inch AV or IT racks?

Yes, the unit is built in a 1U rack/tower chassis compatible with standard 19-inch rack rails and can also be used as a freestanding tower.

Can outlets be controlled individually for sequenced equipment restart?

Yes, six of the seven IEC C13 outlets can be individually controlled via the software interface, useful for sequencing AV or network equipment during maintenance.

What battery does this UPS use and can it be replaced without downtime?

It uses an RBC62-1U replacement battery cartridge that is hot-swappable, allowing battery service while connected equipment stays powered.

Does this UPS integrate with remote monitoring software?

Yes, USB and DB9 serial ports support integration with UPS monitoring and automatic shutdown software commonly used in network closets.

What is the warranty coverage on the SMX500RT1U?

Contact Creation Networks for the complete manufacturer warranty terms and documentation for this model.

Can this UPS protect a point-of-sale terminal and network switch together?

Yes, its seven-outlet configuration and 500VA/300W capacity are sized to protect a POS terminal, receipt printer, and small network switch on a single unit.