What it is
The APC Smart-UPS On-Line 3kVA is a rackmount UPS designed to provide continuous power conditioning and battery backup for critical equipment in data centres or network racks.
Who it's for
This unit is intended for IT professionals and organisations needing reliable power protection for servers, networking equipment, or telecom hardware in a 2U rack space.
Why it's good
It supports up to 2700 W output with 208/230V input, includes multiple IEC outlets (6 C13 + 2 C19), features SmartSlot for management cards, and offers extended runtime with included rail kit.
When to choose it
Consider this UPS if you require a high-capacity, online double-conversion UPS for sensitive equipment needing clean, uninterrupted power in a rackmount form factor.
Specifications
| Power | |
|---|---|
| Output frequency regulation | 50/60 Hz |
| Output power | 2700 W |
| Input operation voltage (min) | 100 V |
| Input operation voltage (max) | 275 V |
| Output operation voltage (min) | 220 V |
| Output operation voltage (max) | 240 V |
| Surge energy rating | 340 J |
| Efficiency | 93.5% |
| Emergency Power Off (EPO) | Yes |
| Crest factor | 3:1 |
| Output power capacity | 3 kVA |
| Ports & interfaces | |
| Cable length | 2.44 m |
| USB port | Yes |
| Serial interface | Yes |
| Serial interface type | RJ-45 |
| SmartSlot | Yes |
| AC outlets quantity | 8 AC outlet(s) |
| AC outlet types | C13 coupler, C19 coupler |
| Power plug | C20 coupler |
| Number of output IEC jumpers | 2 |
| SmartConnect port | No |
| Performance | |
| UPS topology | Double-conversion (Online) |
| Waveform | Sine |
| Auto-restart | Yes |
| LED indicators | Yes |
| Surge protection | Yes |
| Noise level | 55 dB |
| Audible alarm(s) | Yes |
| Features | |
| Output frequency | 50/60 Hz |
| Web-based management | Yes |
| UPS topology | Double-conversion (Online) |
| Waveform | Sine |
| Output frequency regulation | 50/60 Hz |
| Auto-restart | Yes |
| Output power | 2700 W |
| Input operation voltage (min) | 100 V |
| Input operation voltage (max) | 275 V |
| Output operation voltage (min) | 220 V |
| Output operation voltage (max) | 240 V |
| Surge energy rating | 340 J |
| Efficiency | 93.5% |
| Surge protection | Yes |
| Emergency Power Off (EPO) | Yes |
| Noise level | 55 dB |
| Crest factor | 3:1 |
| Audible alarm(s) | Yes |
| Output power capacity | 3 kVA |
| Input frequency | 40/70 Hz |
| Battery | |
| Battery life (max) | 5 year(s) |
| Battery capacity | 505 VAh |
| Number of batteries supported | 1 |
| Battery technology | Sealed Lead Acid (VRLA) |
| Battery recharge time | 3 h |
| Typical backup time at half load | 11.8 min |
| Typical backup time at full load | 4 min |
| Hot-swap battery | Yes |
| Cold start | Yes |
| Automatic battery test | Yes |
| Design | |
| International Protection (IP) code | IP20 |
| Rack capacity | 2U |
| Form factor | Rackmount/Tower |
| LED indicators | Yes |
| Product colour | Black |
| Certification | CE, CE Mark, EAC, EN/IEC 62040-1, EN/IEC 62040-2, RCM, VDE, REACH |
| Cable length | 2.44 m |
| Display type | LCD |
| Operational conditions | |
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 0 - 40 °C |
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -15 - 45 °C |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 0 - 95% |
| Storage relative humidity (H-H) | 0 - 95% |
| Operating altitude | 0 - 3000 m |
| Non-operating altitude | 0 - 15000 m |
| Technical details | |
| Output frequency | 50/60 Hz |
| Sustainability certificates | ENERGY STAR |
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 85078000 |
| Total carbon footprint (kg of CO2e) | 4983.65 |
| Compliance certificates | RoHS |
| Certificates | |
| Certification | CE, CE Mark, EAC, EN/IEC 62040-1, EN/IEC 62040-2, RCM, VDE, REACH |
| Compliance certificates | RoHS |
| Management features | |
| Web-based management | Yes |
| Packaging content | |
| Quick installation guide | Yes |
| Cables included | USB cable |
| Rack mount kit | Yes |
| Management card included | No |
| Bracket | Yes |
| Warranty card | Yes |
| Software CD | Yes |
| Sustainability | |
| Sustainability certificates | ENERGY STAR |
| Weight & dimensions | |
| Package width | 599 mm |
| Package depth | 871 mm |
| Package height | 246 mm |
| Weight | 31.3 kg |
| Width | 432 mm |
| Package weight | 39.9 kg |
| Height | 85 mm |
| Depth | 635 mm |
| Packaging data | |
| Quick installation guide | Yes |
| Cables included | USB cable |
| Rack mount kit | Yes |
| Bracket | Yes |
| Warranty card | Yes |
| Software CD | Yes |
| Package width | 599 mm |
| Package depth | 871 mm |
| Package height | 246 mm |
| Package weight | 39.9 kg |
| Management card included | No |
| Logistics data | |
| Products per pallet | 6 pc(s) |
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 85078000 |
| Total carbon footprint (kg of CO2e) | 4983.65 |
| Other features | |
| Nominal output voltage | 230 V |
| Nominal input voltage | 230 V |
Check with Creative Systems to verify this UPS suits your rack setup, power requirements, and for stock or alternative solutions.