- 1500VA / 1000W line-interactive pure sine wave UPS with support for up to 10 external battery packs for extended runtime
- 120V — 2U Rack/Tower Convertible chassis fits standard 19-inch racks or deploys as tower (rail kit may be required)
- AP9641 Network Management Card 3 included for SNMP, web, and EcoStruxure IT management
- Compatible with PowerChute Network Shutdown for graceful shutdown of physical servers, virtual machines, and HCI clusters
- 3-year UPS warranty; external battery packs and replacement cartridges available from Questyme
Product Highlights
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Description
APC Smart-UPS X SMX1500RM2UCNC — 1500VA Rack/Tower Convertible with Extended Runtime Architecture
The SMX1500RM2UCNC is a 1500VA / 1000W line-interactive UPS with a defining capability: support for up to 10 external battery packs. Where most UPS units lock you into the runtime they ship with, the Smart-UPS X (SMX) platform separates runtime from the base unit — letting you size the UPS for your load today and add runtime tomorrow as requirements evolve.
The Extended Runtime Architecture
Standard internal battery runtime sits in the minutes range under typical load. For data centers with reliable generator backup and 30-second transfer time, that is enough. For sites without generators, or with longer transfer windows, internal-only runtime is the wrong question. The SMX architecture solves this by allowing post-purchase runtime scaling — add packs as your runtime target grows without replacing the UPS itself.
Key Features
- External Battery Pack Support: Up to 10 SMX battery packs in series — runtime scales linearly with pack count.
- Rack/Tower Convertible: 2U Rack/Tower Convertible chassis fits standard 19-inch racks or deploys as a tower without rail kit modification.
- Pure Sine Wave Output: The pure sine wave inverter matches the waveform of utility power, ensuring compatibility with active PFC server power supplies, medical-grade equipment, and other devices that reject approximated waveforms.
- Automatic Voltage Regulation: When utility voltage drifts outside acceptable thresholds, AVR corrects the output without engaging the battery, reducing battery cycling and extending replacement intervals — a practical TCO benefit over the life of the UPS.
- AP9641 NMC3 Included: Out-of-box SNMP/web management and EcoStruxure IT integration. No accessory purchase required.
- PowerChute Network Shutdown: Graceful shutdown coordination for physical servers, hypervisors (VMware, Hyper-V, KVM), and HCI clusters.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| VA / Watts | 1500VA / 1000W |
| Topology | Line Interactive |
| Output Waveform | Pure Sine Wave |
| Voltage | 120V |
| Form Factor | 2U Rack/Tower Convertible |
| External Battery Support | Up to 10 SMX battery packs |
| Management | AP9641 NMC3 included |
| TAA Compliance | Standard model (TAA variant available) |
| Warranty | 3-year UPS / 2-year battery |
Ideal Applications and Industries
- Data Centers and Server Rooms: Protects rack-mounted servers, switches, and storage arrays from utility events that cause unplanned shutdowns, file system corruption, or hardware damage.
- Healthcare and Medical Facilities: Supports patient monitoring systems, laboratory equipment, and EMR infrastructure where NFPA 99 essential power requirements demand reliable battery-backed operation.
- Government and TAA-Compliant Deployments: Specify-friendly UPS for federal, state, and local IT environments where procurement requires verified country-of-origin compliance.
- Financial Services and Banking: Maintains transaction processing systems, ATM controllers, and branch office networks through brownouts and brief outages.
- Network Closets and Branch Offices: Quiet, compact protection for distributed network infrastructure where on-site IT support is limited.
Power Expert Consultation Available
Questyme has been an APC authorized reseller since 2009. Our team can verify compatibility with your existing rack hardware, recommend appropriate runtime configurations, and provide TAA and procurement documentation when needed. Request a consultation before specifying.
Specifications
Overview
Model
APC Smart-UPS X 1500VA Rack/Tower LCD 120V with Network Card and SmartConnect
Main
Input Voltage
120
Output Voltage
120
Rated Power in W
1350 W
Rated Power in VA
1440
Input Connection Type
NEMA 5-15P
Output Connection Type
8 NEMA 5-15R
Max Configurable Power in VA
1440 VA
Max Configurable Power in W
1350 W
Topology
Line Interactive
Battery Type
Lead-Acid battery
Removable Battery
User replaceable
Wave Type
Sine wave
Number of Cables
1
Physical
Color
Black
Mounting Mode
Rack-mounted
Mounting Preference
Lower
Product Line
SMART-UPS UNDER 1.5 KV
Shipping Dimensions
Height: 9.69Width: 24.41Length: 23.19
Shipping Weight
66.1 lb
UPC Code
731304401148
Lead time
Usually Ships within 2 Weeks
Provided Equipment
Installation guide
Rack mounting hardware
Rack Mounting support rails
Removable support feet
Smart UPS signalling RS-232 cable
USB cable
Cat 5 ethernet cable
Rack mounting hardware
Rack Mounting support rails
Removable support feet
Smart UPS signalling RS-232 cable
USB cable
Cat 5 ethernet cable
Product Certifications
cUL Listed
ENERGY STAR V2.0 (USA)
ENERGY STAR V2.0 (USA)
Environmental
Packaging Made with Recycled Cardboard
Yes
Packaging without Single Use Plastics
No
Ambient Air Temperature for Operation
32-104 ?F
Ambient Air Temperature for Storage
5-113 ?F
Acoustic Level
40 dBA
Relative Humidity
0-95 %
Storage Relative Humidity
0-95 %
Operating Altitude
0-10000 ft
Storage Altitude
0-50000 ft
Packaging / Certifications
Unit Type of Package 1
PCE
Packaging Made with Recycled Cardboard
Yes
Packaging without Single Use Plastics
No
WEEE
The product must be disposed on European Union markets following specific waste collection and never end up in rubbish bins.
Take-back
No
EU RoHS Directive
Compliant with Exemptions