APC's New Double Conversion UPS Models Offer Power Dense, Scalable Runtime for Rack or Tower Configurations

Dubai (UAE)  - June 29  2008 - APC, a global leader in integrated critical power and cooling services, today introduced its Smart-UPSÒ RT 15kVA and 20kVA power protection models in a space-saving 12U size for rack or tower installations.   This versatile double conversion online UPS offers users a flexible electrical configuration of 1:1, 3:1 or 3:3 input/output wiring that avoids rewiring of the server room or network closet.  APC expects the new models will appeal to IT and facilities professionals who manage server rooms, server closets and small to medium data centers utilizing high density and critical applications.  

For example, when implemented together, APC's new Smart-UPS RT products can help IT and networking managers protect increasingly popular Power over Ethernet (PoE) equipment investments against power overloads, outages, surges and spikes.  Also, APC anticipates that its Smart-UPS RT models will play an important role as a major power protection source to the new, higher end servers gaining acceptance in the market as a result of the server virtualization trend.

The new models, offering improved adaptability, availability, manageability and serviceability, are tested and certified for use within APC's InfraStruXure architecture.  APC's new Smart-UPS models can support applications such as single high density racks using blade servers, as well as medical imaging and diagnostics, VoIP/IP telephony, industrial or factory floor machinery, RFID and storage equipment. The Smart-UPS RT 15kVA and 20kVA also are application optimized and compatible with a variety of operating systems and network management platforms.

"With the introduction of the Smart-UPS 15kVA and 20kVA models utilizing the most advanced technology in the industry, APC continues to address its customers' needs for innovative power supplies offering excellent power quality and performance in an extremely dense form factor," said Christian Bertrand, Business Development & Support Director, APC, "We expect customers will appreciate the improved availability aspects of these new models since they include hot-swappable battery and system fans, dual mains input, and an intelligent 3kW charger that automatically detects additional battery packs and adjusts charging voltage for faster recharge time."

-Ends-         

About APC
APC by Schneider Electric, a global leader in critical power and cooling services, provides industry leading product, software and systems for home, office, data center and factory floor applications.  Backed by the strength, experience, and wide network of Schneider Electric's Critical Power & Cooling Services, APC delivers well planned, flawlessly installed and maintained solutions throughout their lifecycle.  Through its unparalleled commitment to innovation, APC delivers pioneering, energy efficient solutions for critical technology and industrial applications.  In 2007, Schneider Electric acquired APC and combined it with MGE UPS Systems to form Schneider Electric's Critical Power & Cooling Services Business Unit, which recorded 2007 revenue of $3.5 billion (€2.4 billion) and employed 12,000 people worldwide.  APC solutions include uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), precision cooling units, racks, physical security and design and management software, including APC's InfraStruXure® architecture the industry's most comprehensive integrated power, cooling, and management solution.  Schneider Electric, with 120,000 employees and operations in 102 countries, had 2007 annual sales of $25 billion (€17.3 billion). For more information on APC, please visit www.apc.com.  All trademarks are the property of their owners.

For more information please contac:
Sonja Ohly
Tel: +971 4 3901630
Email: Sonja@momentum.cc

© Press Release 2008