APC SMT3000IC Smart-UPS 3000VA LCD 230V

APC SMT3000IC Smart-UPS 3000VA LCD 230V

APC SMT3000IC Smart-UPS 3000VA LCD 230V delivers enterprise-class uninterruptible power supply protection with 3000VA capacity, engineered specifically for mission-critical server installations, data center equipment, and high-availability network infrastructure operating at 230V. This line-interactive UPS provides the extended runtime, substantial power capacity, and sophisticated management features that organizations require when system availability directly determines business outcomes.

Power Capacity and Performance Characteristics

With 3000VA of apparent power and 2700 Watts of real power output, the APC SMT3000IC supports multiple rack-mount servers, fully populated blade chassis, enterprise storage arrays, and comprehensive network switching infrastructure from a single UPS. This increased capacity accommodates the power-hungry equipment typical in modern data centers where consolidation and virtualization have concentrated computing resources.

Technical specifications include:

• Output power capacity: 2700 Watts / 3000VA
• Input voltage: 230V nominal
• Output voltage: 230V regulated
• Topology: Line-interactive with automatic voltage regulation
• Output waveform: Pure sine wave
• Transfer time: 2 milliseconds
• Full load runtime: 6.2 minutes
• Half load runtime: 19.8 minutes
• Scalable runtime with external battery packs

Advanced LCD Management Interface

The multi-function LCD panel on the APC SMT3000IC Smart-UPS provides real-time operational visibility without requiring network connectivity or external monitoring devices. The backlit display presents input voltage quality, output load measurements in both watts and percentage, battery charge status, calculated runtime remaining, and system diagnostic information across multiple screens.

Administrators can navigate configuration menus directly from the front panel, adjusting voltage sensitivity, alarm thresholds, outlet group control, and self-test schedules. This local management capability proves invaluable during initial installation, troubleshooting power events, and capacity verification when adding equipment loads.

Automatic Voltage Regulation and Power Conditioning

The APC SMT3000IC implements sophisticated boost and trim AVR circuitry that maintains output voltage within ±3% of nominal regardless of input voltage fluctuations. This tight regulation protects sensitive electronics from voltage variations that stress components and reduce equipment lifespan.

Operating across an exceptionally wide input voltage window (160-286V), the UPS accommodates challenging utility power conditions without switching to battery operation. This tolerance proves particularly valuable in regions with inconsistent power grid quality or buildings with aging electrical infrastructure.

The AVR technology preserves battery charge by correcting voltage deviations electronically rather than through battery discharge. This intelligent approach extends battery service life and ensures full capacity remains available when complete power failures occur.

Comprehensive Outlet Configuration

Eight IEC 320 C13 outlets provide flexible connectivity for standard rack-mount equipment. The APC SMT3000IC Smart-UPS divides outlets into two independently manageable groups: four outlets with full battery backup and surge protection, plus four outlets delivering surge protection only.

This outlet segregation enables administrators to prioritize critical equipment for battery backup while connecting less essential peripherals to surge-protected outlets. Advanced network management cards add remote outlet switching capability, allowing administrators to power cycle frozen equipment or implement scheduled shutdown sequences.

Enterprise Management and Monitoring

The SmartSlot expansion bay transforms the APC SMT3000IC into a network-manageable infrastructure component. Optional management cards provide SNMP monitoring, secure web interfaces, email notifications, environmental sensor integration, and compatibility with major infrastructure management platforms.

Network management enables centralized monitoring of multiple UPS units across distributed facilities, automated alert generation for power events, remote configuration changes, and historical data logging for capacity planning. Integration with VMware, Hyper-V, and other virtualization platforms coordinates automated virtual machine migration during extended outages.

Standard USB and serial connectivity supports local monitoring through PowerChute software across Windows, Linux, and Unix operating systems. This software provides graceful shutdown coordination, detailed event logging, energy consumption tracking, and predictive battery replacement notifications.

Strategic Deployment Scenarios

Organizations deploy the APC SMT3000IC Smart-UPS across demanding applications:

• High-density blade server chassis requiring substantial power
• Enterprise SAN and NAS storage systems with multiple controller units
• Core network switches aggregating campus or building connectivity
• Virtualization hosts running dozens of business-critical virtual machines
• Database servers supporting transaction processing systems
• Scientific computing workstations and rendering farms
• Medical imaging and diagnostic equipment in healthcare facilities
• Financial trading systems requiring millisecond-level availability
• Manufacturing control systems managing production lines
• Telecommunications infrastructure and carrier-grade equipment

Battery Management and Expandability

Hot-swappable battery modules allow replacement during operation without interrupting power to connected equipment. The user-replaceable design eliminates service calls for routine battery maintenance, reducing total cost of ownership while maintaining continuous protection.

Temperature-compensated charging analyzes ambient conditions and dynamically adjusts charge voltage to optimize battery performance. This intelligent charging prevents degradation from overcharging in warm environments and undercharging in cooler conditions, maximizing battery service life across varied installation locations.

The APC SMT3000IC supports optional external battery packs that substantially extend runtime beyond the internal battery capacity. Organizations can scale runtime to match specific availability requirements, from 30 minutes supporting orderly shutdown procedures to several hours enabling operation through extended utility outages.

Automatic self-testing occurs at configurable intervals, assessing battery capacity and internal component health. These diagnostic tests generate advance warnings when battery replacement becomes necessary, typically after 3-5 years depending on environmental factors, discharge frequency, and operating temperature.

Physical Design and Installation Flexibility

The rack-convertible tower design measures 130 x 438 x 439 mm and weighs 38.6 kg when fully equipped. This substantial construction houses high-capacity batteries and robust power electronics capable of sustained operation under demanding conditions.

Tower configuration suits equipment rooms and wiring closets where rack mounting proves impractical. The included rail kit enables conversion to rack-mount configuration, consuming 2U of vertical space in standard 19-inch equipment racks. This flexibility accommodates diverse installation environments without requiring different UPS models.

Proper ventilation remains critical for reliable operation—maintain 50mm clearance on all sides and avoid installation in sealed enclosures without active cooling. Operating temperature range spans 0-40°C, with optimal performance occurring between 20-25°C. Maximum operating altitude reaches 3000 meters without capacity derating.

Multi-Layer Protection Architecture

Beyond fundamental battery backup functionality, the APC SMT3000IC Smart-UPS implements comprehensive protection mechanisms:

• Surge suppression rated at 680 Joules minimum
• EMI/RFI noise filtering eliminating electromagnetic interference
• Overload protection with automatic circuit isolation
• Output short circuit protection preventing equipment damage
• Thermal monitoring with automatic shutdown at excessive temperatures
• Deep discharge protection preserving battery longevity
• Input overcurrent protection via integrated circuit breaker

Configurable audible alarms provide immediate notification during power events, battery operation, low battery warnings, overload conditions, and system faults. Administrators can customize alarm behaviors, including temporary silencing without disabling protection or modifying sensitivity thresholds based on installation requirements.

Energy Efficiency and Operational Economics

Line-interactive topology achieves 95% efficiency during typical operation, substantially reducing energy consumption compared to legacy double-conversion designs. For installations operating continuously, this efficiency improvement translates to measurable reductions in electricity costs and reduced cooling requirements.

Green mode operation increases efficiency to 98% by maintaining bypass configuration during clean power conditions while preserving instant battery backup availability. This mode particularly benefits installations with stable utility power that rarely experience outages but require protection against occasional power disturbances.

Energy metering functionality tracks consumption patterns over time, providing data for capacity planning, cost allocation, and efficiency optimization. This visibility helps organizations understand actual power requirements and identify opportunities for infrastructure consolidation.