APC Smart-ups SRT 2200VA RM 230V Network - SRT2200RMXLI-NC

APC by Schneider Electric SRT2200RMXLI-NC 2200VA Rack-Mount Online Double-Conversion UPS

Overview

The APC by Schneider Electric SRT2200RMXLI-NC is a 2200VA / 1980W online double-conversion rack-mount UPS designed for rack-based IT, security, and surveillance infrastructure where input power quality cannot be trusted and a clean, regulated 230V output is non-negotiable. Unlike line-interactive designs that switch to battery only when voltage sags outside a window, the SRT2200RMXLI-NC runs your load entirely from its inverter at all times — the battery and rectifier absorb every voltage fluctuation, frequency deviation, and surge before any of it reaches connected equipment. The SRT2200RMXLI-NC (often searched as SRT2200RMXLI NC) is built for environments running NVRs, PoE switches, access control servers, and network infrastructure where a momentary power event can corrupt recordings, drop managed switch configs, or trip analytics appliances offline.

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Key Features

• Double-Conversion (Online) Topology: Every watt your load draws passes through the rectifier and inverter continuously — not just during outages. This eliminates brownouts, over-voltages, frequency drift (the unit accepts 40–70 Hz input), and waveform distortion from the path entirely. For surveillance NVRs and managed switches with switching-mode power supplies, this is the only UPS topology that truly isolates the load from utility noise.
• 1980 W / 2200 VA Output at Pure Sine Wave: The pure sine waveform output with under 2% total harmonic distortion (THD) is what active PFC power supplies — found in virtually every modern server, NVR, and PoE injector — require to operate without efficiency degradation or false overload trips. Line-interactive UPS units on battery often output a stepped approximation; this unit never leaves sine wave.
• Wide Input Voltage Window (160–275 V): The rectifier stays online across a 115V swing without touching the battery. In facilities with chronic voltage sag — older commercial buildings, industrial sites, locations sharing a transformer with heavy motor loads — this range prevents unnecessary battery cycling that degrades runtime capacity over time.
• 12 IEC AC Outlets (C13 + C19 with 2 Output Jumpers): Ten C13 outlets handle standard 1U/2U rack equipment; two C19 outlets serve higher-draw devices like PoE++ switches or storage arrays pulling 16A+. The two output IEC jumpers allow daisy-chain or segmented outlet group configuration — useful when you need selective load shedding to extend runtime on critical devices during an extended outage.
• 340 J Surge Energy Rating: Protects against conducted transients on the input feed. At 340 joules, this is adequate for routine utility switching surges; for sites near lightning-prone feeders, pair with a dedicated surge suppression panel upstream.
• 3:1 Crest Factor: Handles loads with high peak-to-RMS current ratios — typical of switched-mode power supplies in rack servers and networking gear — without clipping the waveform or triggering nuisance overload faults.
• Emergency Power Off (EPO): EPO contact support allows data center operators and physical security managers to tie the UPS into a building emergency shutdown circuit — required by many data center facility standards and fire codes for rack UPS installations.
• 55 dB Noise Level: Double-conversion UPS units run their inverter fans continuously. At 55 dB, the SRT2200RMXLI-NC is louder than a line-interactive unit at idle — plan placement in a proper equipment room or enclosed rack with airflow management, not an open office equipment closet.
• Network Card Slot: The -NC suffix indicates a Network Card interface is present, enabling remote monitoring, SNMP integration, and graceful shutdown scripting via network management software — essential for unattended rack deployments where local physical access for status checks is impractical.

Integration and Compatibility

The SRT2200RMXLI-NC is designed for rack integration in 19-inch standard cabinets. The C13/C19 outlet mix aligns directly with IEC power distribution in security infrastructure racks: NVRs and edge servers on C13, PoE switches and storage on C19. The wide 160–275V input tolerance covers standard 230V single-phase feeds across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific regions where this model is positioned. EPO connectivity integrates with building management and fire suppression control panels. For sites deploying network video recorders alongside managed PoE switching infrastructure, the SRT2200RMXLI-NC provides the power conditioning layer that protects both recording continuity and switch configuration integrity through utility events.

When sizing this UPS for your rack load, calculate total connected wattage across all devices — NVR, PoE switch, access control server, and any network appliances — and target no more than 80% of the 1980W capacity (approximately 1584W) for adequate runtime and thermal headroom. Pair with a rack power distribution unit appropriate for your outlet density requirements.

For guidance on sizing UPS capacity across multi-camera, multi-switch security rack deployments, see our UPS sizing guide for security systems.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the difference between the SRT2200RMXLI-NC and a standard line-interactive UPS?

A: The SRT2200RMXLI-NC uses online double-conversion topology, meaning your load always runs from the inverter — not directly from utility power. Line-interactive units only switch to battery when voltage falls outside a threshold. Double-conversion eliminates all input power anomalies continuously: brownouts, overvoltages, frequency drift (40–70 Hz input range), and waveform distortion, none of which reach the load.

Q: Does the SRT2200RMXLI-NC output a true sine wave?

A: Yes. The output is a pure sine wave with less than 2% total harmonic distortion (THD). This is required for active PFC power supplies found in modern NVRs, servers, and managed switches — a stepped or simulated sine wave can cause efficiency loss or false overload trips on those devices.

Q: How many outlets does the SRT2200RMXLI-NC have and what types?

A: The unit provides 12 IEC AC outlets total: a mix of C13 couplers for standard rack equipment and C19 couplers for higher-draw devices, plus 2 output IEC jumpers for segmented load configuration.

Q: What input voltage range does the SRT2200RMXLI-NC support?

A: The rectifier accepts input voltages from 160V to 275V (40–70 Hz) without switching to battery. This 115V operating window makes it suitable for facilities with chronic voltage sag or unstable utility feeds.

Q: Does the SRT2200RMXLI-NC support Emergency Power Off (EPO)?

A: Yes. EPO contact support is built in, allowing integration with building emergency shutdown circuits — a common requirement for data center and security operations center rack UPS installations under facility and fire codes.

Q: Is the SRT2200RMXLI-NC rack-mountable?

A: Yes. The SRT2200RMXLI-NC is a rack-mount (RM) form factor designed for standard 19-inch equipment racks. Verify rack unit height requirements and rail kit compatibility with your specific cabinet before installation.

Karl Wilson

The SRT2200RMXLI-NC sits in a class of UPS that most integrators only reach for when a client has already lost a recording server or corrupted a managed switch config during a brownout. The double-conversion topology with a 160–275V input window is the spec I point to first — that 115-volt operating range means this unit stays on utility power through grid events that would run a line-interactive's battery flat in minutes on a busy site.

Technical Highlights:

• Sub-2% Output THD: At under 2% total harmonic distortion on a pure sine output, this is cleaner power than most utilities deliver. Active PFC supplies in NVRs and switches never see a waveform anomaly regardless of what is happening upstream.
• 3:1 Crest Factor Handling: Switched-mode power supplies draw current in short, high-amplitude pulses. A 3:1 crest factor rating means the inverter handles those peaks without waveform clipping — important when you have a full rack of PoE switches and storage presenting highly non-linear loads simultaneously.
• C13 + C19 Outlet Mix with EPO: The 12-outlet layout with both C13 and C19 IEC types, combined with hardwired EPO contact support, means this unit wires directly into a security operations rack without adapters and integrates cleanly into facility emergency shutdown systems.

Deployment Considerations:

• The continuous-conversion topology and always-on inverter fans produce 55 dB of operational noise — plan for an enclosed equipment room or properly ventilated rack enclosure, not a wall-mounted open rack in a lobby or open office area.
• The -NC network card slot enables SNMP monitoring and graceful server shutdown scripting, but verify your NMS supports APC's Management Card protocol before relying on it for automated shutdown sequencing in unattended deployments.

This unit is the right specification for a security operations center rack combining multiple NVRs, a core PoE switch stack, and an access control server on a single 230V circuit — environments where both power continuity and output waveform quality directly affect recording integrity and system uptime.