APC Smart-UPS On-Line SRT2200RMXLI - 2200VA, 8x C13 & 2x C19, rack mount

Product Overview

AI-generated summary

The APC Smart-UPS On-Line SRT2200RMXLI is the kind of UPS you buy when “good enough” isn’t good enough. In real deployments it’s for critical IT gear that can’t afford even a short transfer, especially where power is dirty (common in older buildings, busy industrial sites, or mixed loads). Because it’s online, you generally get a lot more consistent output than with simpler line-interactive units, and it’s a solid fit for rack environments that run servers, core networking, VoIP, or storage where an interruption would be genuinely painful. It also tends to be easier to justify when you care about uptime more than chasing the cheapest watt-for-watt.

That said, it’s not a bargain, and you’re paying for the online architecture and enterprise-grade approach. At ~£1,962 ex-VAT, I’d only recommend it if you’ve already got workloads that justify it—otherwise you might be over-spending compared to a less expensive UPS that still gives meaningful protection. Also worth noting: the long-term cost isn’t just the initial purchase; battery replacement and runtime expectations matter, and with rack units you want to be sure the physical fit and intended load are right before committing. If you’ve got a standard office setup with tolerant equipment, this is likely overkill; if you’re protecting a business-critical rack, this is the “buy once, sleep better” option.