One APC online UPS standard. One service contract. One battery calendar.
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APC online UPS at a glance
Why APC by Schneider Electric anchors most Indian server-room and BFSI-branch power estates.
- OEM
- Schneider Electric SE. Rueil-Malmaison, France. India entity: Schneider Electric India Pvt. Ltd., Bengaluru. APC brand acquired 2007.
- Online vs line-interactive
- Online UPS uses double conversion. The load always runs from the inverter, so zero switch time when mains fails. Right fit for sensitive loads: billing servers, NVRs, BFSI infrastructure, hospital monitors, process control PCs.
- India service
- Widest ASP network among UPS brands in India. Metros, all tier-1, most tier-2, select tier-3. Battery replacement done onsite.
- Lifecycle Services
- Preventive maintenance contracts available: battery health monitoring, capacity tests, firmware updates. Common bundle on 5 kVA and above.
- Bulk discount tiers
- Fleet pricing applies at 5, 10, and 25 units on a single PO. Branch rollouts qualify above 10 units.
- Lead time
- About 10 working days from Vashi dispatch. Higher kVA may take 15-20 days during peak.
- Warranty
- Two years onsite standard on most online ranges. Battery warranty is one year. Extended-service contracts add 3 or 5 years.
- Battery chemistry
- Sealed lead-acid standard. Lithium-ion options on select ranges: longer cycle life, smaller footprint, higher upfront cost.
The four APC online UPS ranges Sirius Star supplies
Pick the range that matches the load profile. We size kVA and runtime in the free 30-minute review.
APC Smart-UPS Online SRT
The branch server-room workhorse. True online double conversion for 1 to 10 kVA loads. Rack or tower mount, programmable runtime, network management card slot.
- Double conversion, zero transfer time
- Output frequency regulated, ideal for sensitive loads
- Network management card slot for SNMP / web monitoring
- Extended runtime via external battery packs
APC Easy UPS On-Line SRV
The cost-effective true-online range for SOHO server cabinets, retail POS counters, small NVR setups. Tower form factor.
- True online, lower price than Smart-UPS Online
- Tower form factor for desk-side or cabinet placement
- LCD display with battery health indicator
- Cold start function for use without mains
APC Smart-UPS Online RT
For 8 to 20 kVA loads. Small server rooms, edge data halls, manufacturing process control. Modular battery, hot-swappable electronics.
- Modular design for serviceability without downtime
- Integrated maintenance bypass
- Schneider Electric Lifecycle Services bundle
- Three-phase input options on higher kVA
APC Smart-UPS Ultra Li-ion
The lithium-battery line for sites where rack space is tight or replacement cycles need to stretch. Newer addition to the India range.
- Lithium-ion: 3x cycle life vs sealed lead-acid
- Smaller footprint, lighter weight
- Higher acquisition cost, lower long-term TCO
- Best fit for tier-2 cities where battery logistics are harder
APC online UPS vs Eaton, Vertiv, Numeric
All four are honest choices. Most Indian server rooms and BFSI branches land on APC for service network and Schneider Electric ecosystem.
| Brand | Where it wins | Best fit |
|---|---|---|
| APC by Schneider Electric | Widest ASP network in India. Schneider Electric Lifecycle Services. Strong Smart-UPS Online SRT range. | BFSI branches, retail chains, multi-site server rooms wanting one service contract. |
| Eaton 9PX Online | Higher-efficiency double-conversion at higher kVA. Strong on energy savings at 5 kVA+. | Data hall and enterprise sites where running cost matters more than acquisition. |
| Vertiv Liebert GXT5 | Mature for data-center adjacent loads. Good rackable form factor. | Edge data centres, telco rooms, sites already running Vertiv elsewhere. |
| Numeric (Legrand) | Strong domestic-Indian presence, often lower acquisition for line-interactive class. | Cost-led SMB buyers, tier-2 cities where Numeric service is mature. |
How a Sirius Star APC UPS procurement runs
Free 30 minute load and runtime check first. Then a written quote in 24 working hours.
Load + runtime check
Free, 30 min, branch by branch.
Written quote
In 24 working hours. GST broken out.
PO + dispatch
From Vashi via courier or freight.
Lifecycle wrap
ASP handles RMA + battery health.
Buying online UPS in bulk, an Indian field guide
The deeper read for IT heads, admin heads, branch managers, plant managers.
- The full Bhiwandi 12-branch standardisation story
- Four buyer questions before signing a UPS PO
- 10-point UPS bulk-buy checklist
- Four moves that quietly add value to any UPS fleet negotiation
APC online UPS India FAQ
Common questions about APC online UPS for Indian buyers. Hover any underlined term for a plain-English definition.
Which APC online UPS fits a typical Indian BFSI branch?
For a single-branch setup with billing server, NVR, KYC counter and a couple of desktops, the APC Smart-UPS Online SRT 2200XLI* is the most-bought choice. For larger branches with multiple servers, step up to SRT 5000XLI*. We size kVA and runtime in the free 30 minute review.
What does APC online UPS pricing look like in India in 2026?
Indicative India retail starts*: Easy UPS On-Line SRV 1000IN from about INR 25,000. Smart-UPS Online SRT 1000XLI from about INR 55,000. SRT 2200XLI from about INR 95,000. SRT 5000XLI from about INR 2,10,000. Higher kVA Smart-UPS Online RT 10 kVA from about INR 4,50,000.
*Indicative only. Schneider Electric refreshes the line-up periodically and dealer prices vary. Please contact Sirius Star for latest availability and price.
Online UPS vs line-interactive Smart-UPS, which do I need?
Line-interactive Smart-UPS has a small transfer time when mains fails (4-10 ms). Most desktops, laptops, printers tolerate this. Sensitive loads do not: billing servers, NVRs, medical monitors, process control PCs. For those, the zero-transfer-time of double conversion online UPS is the right call.
How long do APC batteries last and what is the replacement schedule?
Sealed lead-acid batteries typically last 3 to 5 years in Indian conditions, faster degradation in hot uncooled rooms. Schneider Electric Lifecycle Services contracts include battery health monitoring and replacement scheduling. Lithium-ion options on Smart-UPS Ultra last 3x longer but cost more upfront.
Does APC cover service in tier-2 and tier-3 cities?
Yes. Widest ASP network among UPS brands in India. Two year onsite standard, extendable via Lifecycle Services.
How does the Sirius Star APC procurement work end to end?
Four steps. Free 30 min load and runtime check. Written quote in 24 working hours with kVA sizing, runtime calculation, battery calendar, Lifecycle Services term. PO and dispatch from Vashi. APC ASP handles warranty and battery health across India.
Can I bundle the order with servers, networking, or surveillance?
Yes. Common companion items on a Sirius Star APC PO are Dell or HPE servers, Cisco or Aruba networking switches, Hikvision or Uniview NVR cabinets, Bitdefender GravityZone endpoint security. One vendor, one PO, one delivery schedule, one escalation path.
Ready for a written APC UPS quote?
Tell us the load type, kVA estimate and runtime needs. We will size the mix and ship from Vashi.
Pair this on one PO
What buyers typically add to a Sirius Star APC UPS order. Each link is a live page on the Sirius Star site.
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