APC SRV2KI-E uninterruptible power supply (UPS) Double-conversion (Online) 2 kVA 1800 W

Product Overview

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The APC SRV2KI-E is the kind of “keep it up no matter what” UPS you buy when you’re protecting proper business kit, not just a desk PC. Double-conversion (online) design means it’s always regulating power, so it tends to be much calmer for sensitive loads than line-interactive units—useful if you’ve got small servers, network gear, VoIP, NAS/SAN endpoints, or anything that hates dips/spikes. At £662.52 ex‑VAT, it sits in the sensible middle ground: not the cheapest way to get runtime, but you’re paying for reliability and stable output, not just numbers on a spec sheet.

Who it’s best for: UK offices where mains quality is inconsistent, or where losing data/output even briefly is expensive (file services, basic virtualisation hosts, comms racks, CCTV NVRs). Who should *think twice*: if you’re mainly trying to cover “graceful shutdown” for a single workstation, there are more cost-effective UPS options with lower ongoing cost/complexity. Also, be honest about battery expectations—some models look great on paper until you factor in battery replacement timing over the years. If you want, tell me what you’re powering (and roughly how many minutes you need) and I’ll say whether this is a good fit or a better-value alternative.