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APC 3000VA Smart UPS with SmartConnect, SMT3000C Sinewave UPS Battery Backup, AVR, 120V, Line Interactive Uninterruptible Power Supply
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APC 3000VA Smart UPS with SmartConnect

Bottom line: The APC 3000VA Smart UPS with SmartConnect is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the power protection category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ 3000VA / 2700W Pure Sine Wave UPS battery backup
  • ✓ Backed by APC's warranty and support channels

Cons

  • ✗ Check the listed dimensions, connectors and platform compatibility against your setup before ordering
  • ✗ Price, stock, shipping and returns are set by the retailer and may have changed since this page was last updated

Manufacturer description

Protect your servers, switches, routers and networking devices with the Smart-UPS SMT3000C with APC SmartConnect, the first cloud-enabled UPS for distributed IT. The SMT3000C UPS provides backup battery power in the event of a power outage, while safeguarding your equipment from harmful power conditions, spikes and surges. The included cloud monitoring feature (service-free, no fees required during the warranty period) is accessible from any internet connected device, and maximizes the life and performance of your UPS by providing proactive advice and life-cycle recommendations so you can…

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SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored APC 3000VA Smart UPS with SmartConnect using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the power protection category. APC's power protection lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for power protection of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

  • 3000VA / 2700W Pure Sine Wave UPS battery backup
  • Input: NEMA 5-30P. Output: (8) NEMA 5-15R, (2) NEMA 5-20R
  • Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR) adjusts high and low voltages to a safe level, helping preserve the life of the battery.
  • APC SmartConnect is an easy to use remote monitoring feature (via a secure portal) that provides automatic notifications, firmware updates, and advanced support services. For all units purchased and/or registered after August 1, 2023, SmartConnect will be offered as a 6-month free trial
  • APC Warranty: 3 years repair or replace (excluding battery), and 2 years for battery. $150,000 Connected Equipment Protection Policy

Full Specifications

BrandAPC
Colorblack
InputNEMA 5-30P. Output: (8) NEMA 5-15R, (2) NEMA 5-20R
Runtime3 hours
Voltage120 volts
Wattage2700 watts
Amperage30
Unit Count1 Count
Form FactorTower
APC Warranty3 years repair or replace (excluding battery), and 2 years for battery. $150,000 Connected Equipment Protection Policy
Model NumberSMT3000C
Input Voltage120 volts_of_alternating_current
Maximum Power2700 watts
Built-In MediaUPS unit, SmartConnect Installation Guide, User Manual, PowerChute Business Edition Installation CD, Safety Information, Ethernet Cable, USB Cable
Connector TypeNEMA 5-30P (input), NEMA 5-15R/5-20R (output)
Item Type NameAPC by Schneider Electric Smart-UPS 3000VA LCD 120V with SmartConnect
Output Current30 A
Output Voltage120 volts
Output Wattage2700 watts
Frequency Range60 Hz
Full listing titleAPC 3000VA Smart UPS with SmartConnect, SMT3000C Sinewave UPS Battery Backup, AVR, 120V, Line Interactive Uninterruptible Power Supply

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