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Tripp Lite SMART500RT1U SmartPro Rack/Tower UPS System

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Tripp Lite SMART500RT1U SmartPro Rack/Tower UPS System
Key Features
  • 7x Outlets
  • 120V Nominal Voltage
  • 500VA/300W Power Handling
  • USB & Serial Communication
The SMART500RM1U SmartPro Rack/Tower UPS System from Tripp Lite is a UPS system, designed to protect sensitive electronics from power surges while providing battery backup during power outages. It features 7 outlets to connect devices, 6 of which provide battery backup. It is designed for use on 120V electrical systems, and can maintain 120V output even during brownout conditions as low as 90V.
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Tripp Lite SMART500RT1U Overview

The SMART500RM1U SmartPro Rack/Tower UPS System from Tripp Lite is a UPS system, designed to protect sensitive electronics from power surges while providing battery backup during power outages. It features 7 outlets to connect devices, 6 of which provide battery backup. It is designed for use on 120V electrical systems, and can maintain 120V output even during brownout conditions as low as 90V.

You'll be able to connect the UPS to a computer via USB or serial for monitoring by Mac OS X and Windows. You also have the option of installing an SNMP/Web Card for network management. An audible alarm and front-panel LEDs make you aware of status information regarding line and battery power operation. The internal battery is able to provide 8 minutes of backup power at half load.

SMART500RT1U line interactive UPS offers battery derived sine wave AC output during power outages, voltage regulation during brownouts, plus network-grade AC surge suppression
500VA/300W power handling capability compatible with networking, telecom, and other sensitive electronic devices
Supports 1U rackmount installation in 2-post or 4-post rack enclosures, upright tower placement also supported -- mounting accessories are included
Large internal batteries offer runtimes of 8 minutes at half load (250VA/150W) and 3 minutes at full load (500VA/300W)
Maintains regulated 120V nominal output during brownouts as low as 90V
Includes 6 UPS-supported outlets, with one pair of individually controllable outlets that can be powered off and back on again via software interface
PowerAlert UPS monitoring and unattended shutdown software enables configurable network broadcast messaging, pager & e-mail notification, event logging, and running user-defined script commands
Offers simultaneous monitoring by up to 3 directly-connected devices through included USB, DB9 and SNMP* interfaces (*requires optional SNMPWEBCARD), or the monitoring of any number of additional UPS systems over IP with included PowerAlert monitoring software. Free PowerAlert enterprise management software is also available for select opportunities
Communications ports support messaging of UPS and line power status, including on-battery, low-battery, power restored, AC line voltage, DC battery voltage, and remaining battery capacity
Supports timed inverter shutoff after unattended shutdown, activate self-test and UPS output power control for scheduled or immediate reboot of connected devices
Supports Tripp Lite's WatchDog software application to restore unresponsive programs by systematically restarting applications, operating systems and ultimately rebooting completely locked computers by momentarily switching UPS power off and back on again (requires optional WATCHDOGSW)
Built-in accessory slot supports SNMP with optional SNMPWEBCARD adapter
Emergency Power Off (EPO) interface with cable
Multi-function audible alarms and set of 5 front panel LEDs
Network-grade AC surge suppression
Attractive all-black color scheme
UPS battery set ships fully assembled and ready for installation, no time consuming connection of internal batteries by user is necessary
$250,000 connected equipment insurance (USA, Canada, and Puerto Rico only)
UPC: 037332119247

Tripp Lite SMART500RT1U Specs

Input
Rated input current (at maximum load): 5.6A
Nominal Input Voltage Supported: 120VAC
UPS input connection type: 5-15P
Input circuit breaker: 15A
UPS input cord length: 10' (3 m)
Recommended Electrical Service: 15A 120V
Output
Output Volt Amp Capacity: 500VA
Output Watt Capacity: 300W
Output power factor: 0.6
Nominal Output Voltage Supported: 120V
Frequency compatibility: 60Hz
Output voltage regulation (Line mode): -15%, +13%
Output voltage regulation (Battery mode): ±5%
Built-in UPS output receptacles: 7x 5-15R outlets
Surge suppression only outlets: 6x UPS outlets; 1x surge-only outlet
Built-in controllable switched load banks: 1 switchable single-outlet 5-15R load bank
Basic PDU options: PDU1215 (1U / 13 5-15R outlets); PDUNV (1U / 2 C19, 12 C13 outlets); PDU1415 (0U / 14 5-15R outlets); PDUV15 (0U / 12 5-15R outlets)
Metered PDU options: PDUMH15 (1U / 13 5-15R outlets); PDUMH15AT (1U / 8 5-15R outlets)*; PDUMV15 (0U / 16 5-15R outlets)
Switched PDU options: PDUMH15ATNET (1U / 8 5-15R outlets)*; PDUMV15NET (0U / 16 5-15R outlets)
External PDU redundancy options: *Auto Transfer Switch features utilizing the secondary PDU input cord are compatible with Smart Online UPS models only
Output AC waveform (AC mode): Sine wave
Output AC waveform (battery mode): PWM sine wave
Surge Energy Rating
480 joules
Battery
DC system voltage: 12VDC
Battery recharge rate (included batteries): Less than 4 hours from 10% to 90%
Replacement battery cartridge (internal UPS battery replacement): RBC62-1U
Battery Access: Battery access door
Battery replacement description: Hot-swappable, user replaceable batteries
Typical Backup Runtime
Full load: 3 minutes
Half load: 8 minutes
Audible Alarm
Yes
Agency Certifications
Tested to UL1778 (USA); Tested to CSA (Canada); Tested to NOM (Mexico); Meets FCC Part 15 Category B (EMI); ROHS (Reduction of Hazardous Substances)
Compatibility
Mac, Windows
Environmental Requirements
Operating
Temperature: 32-104°F (0-40°C)
Humidity: 0-95%, non-condensing

Storage
Temperature: 5-122°F (-15-50°C)
Humidity: 0-95%, non-condensing
Dimensions
17.5 x 1.7 x 11.8" (44.5 x 4.4 x 29.9cm)
Weight
17.6 lb (8kg)
Equipment Protection
$250,000
Packaging Info
Package Weight
18 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
22.4 x 16 x 5"

Tripp Lite SMART500RT1U Reviews

Works as described

By Dan
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-07-31

Takes small space and handles the loads

We will keep purchasing and selling this product

By Mel
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2017-10-02

The customer service was great when we had a faulty unit. The sent us a new one as soon as defect was figured out.

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