APC 1000VA Smart-UPS (SMT1000IC)

The APC 1000VA Smart-UPS (SMT1000IC) delivers enterprise-grade power protection for servers, storage systems, and network infrastructure with 1000VA/700W capacity in a compact tower or rack-convertible design. This double-conversion online UPS system provides pure sine wave output with zero transfer time, ensuring uninterrupted power delivery to critical equipment during utility power transitions. Built for IT professionals and businesses requiring maximum uptime, it combines advanced power conditioning with comprehensive remote management capabilities.

Technical Specifications

Power Output

• Rated Capacity: 1000VA / 700W
• Topology: Double-Conversion Online (VFI)
• Output Waveform: Pure Sine Wave (continuous)
• Input Voltage: 230V AC nominal
• Input Voltage Range: 160-286V AC (wide tolerance)
• Output Voltage: 230V AC ±2% (tightly regulated)
• Output Frequency: 50/60 Hz ±0.1 Hz (crystal-controlled)
• Voltage Regulation: ±2% under all load conditions

Battery System

• Battery Type: Sealed lead-acid, valve-regulated, spill-proof
• Typical Runtime: 18-25 minutes at 50% load, 6-10 minutes at full load
• Recharge Time: 3 hours to 90% capacity after full discharge
• Battery Service Life: 3-5 years under normal conditions
• Hot-Swap Capability: User-replaceable without system shutdown
• Intelligent Battery Management: Temperature-compensated charging with predictive replacement notifications
• Battery Test: Automatic periodic testing with manual initiation option

Physical Specifications

• Form Factor: Tower/rack-convertible (2U with optional rail kit)
• Dimensions: 100mm (W) x 219mm (H) x 330mm (D)
• Weight: Approximately 13 kg with internal batteries
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C for full output capacity
• Storage Temperature: -15°C to 45°C without damage
• Operating Humidity: 0-95% relative humidity, non-condensing
• Acoustic Noise: Less than 45 dBA at 1 meter distance
• Cooling: Temperature-controlled variable-speed fan

Connectivity Features

• Battery Backup Outlets: 4x IEC 320 C13 receptacles with full protection
• Surge-Only Outlets: 4x IEC 320 C13 receptacles with surge protection
• Communication Ports: USB, serial (DB-9), and SmartSlot interface
• LCD Display: Graphical multi-line display with configuration menus
• Network Management: SmartSlot for optional management cards (SNMP, web)
• Software Compatibility: PowerChute Business Edition with advanced features
• Environmental Monitoring: Support for temperature and humidity sensors

Protection Capabilities

• Input Power Factor: Near unity (0.99) for efficient power utilization
• Surge Protection: Multi-stage surge suppression on all outlets
• Surge Energy Rating: High-joule capacity for robust transient protection
• EMI/RFI Filtering: Comprehensive noise attenuation for clean power
• Transfer Time: Zero (continuous online conversion)
• Overload Protection: 105-130% for 60 seconds, 130-150% for 10 seconds
• Output Short Circuit: Electronic current limiting with automatic recovery
• Input Circuit Breaker: Resettable protection prevents upstream issues

Management and Monitoring

• Event Logging: Records last 100 events for troubleshooting and analysis
• Load Segmentation: Configurable outlet groups for shutdown prioritization
• Configurable Parameters: Voltage sensitivity, alarm delays, power-on delays
• Alert Notifications: Email, SNMP traps, and audible alarms for critical events
• Remote Management: Browser-based interface with optional network card
• Energy Metering: Real-time power consumption monitoring

Standards and Certifications

• Safety Standards: IEC/EN 62040-1, UL 1778 certified
• EMC Compliance: IEC/EN 62040-2, FCC Part 15 Class A
• Energy Efficiency: Up to 95% in double-conversion mode
• Environmental: RoHS compliant, ENERGY STAR qualified
• Warranty: 3-year standard warranty with advance replacement service

Use Cases & Applications

Mission-Critical Server Protection

The SMT1000IC provides zero-interruption power for file servers, database servers, domain controllers, and application servers where even millisecond power gaps could cause system crashes or data corruption. The double-conversion topology eliminates transfer time completely, ensuring continuous operation during utility power transitions that would disrupt equipment protected by standby or line-interactive UPS systems.

Virtualization Hosts

IT departments deploy this Smart-UPS to protect VMware ESXi, Microsoft Hyper-V, and Citrix XenServer hosts running multiple virtual machines simultaneously. The high-efficiency double-conversion design minimizes heat generation in server rooms, while the SmartSlot network management enables integration with virtualization management platforms for coordinated shutdown procedures during extended outages.

Network Core Infrastructure

Enterprise network operations centers rely on this UPS for switches, routers, and security appliances where continuous uptime is mandatory for business operations. However, the automatic internal bypass feature ensures equipment continues receiving power even if the UPS requires servicing, eliminating single points of failure in critical network paths.

Storage Systems and NAS

Network attached storage devices, small SAN arrays, and backup appliances benefit from the tightly regulated output voltage (±2%) that protects sensitive storage controllers from voltage-related errors. The extended runtime at partial loads provides adequate time for cache flushing and proper shutdown sequencing that prevents data corruption in RAID configurations.

Medical Equipment Interfaces

Healthcare facilities use the Smart-UPS to protect practice management servers, electronic health record systems, medical device interfaces, and PACS workstations requiring continuous power for patient safety and regulatory compliance. The pure sine wave output with zero transfer time ensures uninterrupted operation of precision medical electronics that cannot tolerate any power irregularities.

Telecommunications Equipment

VoIP servers, PBX systems, SIP trunking gateways, and unified communications platforms depend on this UPS for maintaining business communications during power disruptions. Additionally, the SmartSlot management enables integration with telecommunications monitoring systems, providing centralized visibility into power infrastructure supporting voice and video services.

Point-of-Sale Server Systems

Retail headquarters and distribution centers protect central POS servers, inventory management systems, and payment processing platforms with this UPS to maintain transaction processing capabilities across multiple store locations. The event logging feature assists in troubleshooting power-related transaction failures by providing detailed timestamps and conditions during power events.

Financial Trading Workstations

Investment firms and trading desks deploy the SMT1000IC to protect workstations running real-time market data feeds, algorithmic trading platforms, and portfolio management systems where power interruptions could result in missed trades or financial losses. The zero transfer time ensures uninterrupted data flow during utility power fluctuations that occur multiple times daily in commercial buildings.

Laboratory Data Acquisition

Research facilities protect instrumentation controllers, data acquisition systems, and environmental monitoring equipment with this UPS to prevent experiment data loss during long-running tests. The crystal-controlled frequency regulation (±0.1 Hz) ensures precision timing for equipment requiring stable frequency references for accurate measurements.