APC introduced its Smart-UPS 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.