This APC Smart-UPS is designed for IT professionals and network administrators to ensure uptime and business continuity. The 1500VA grid-interactive UPS tower delivers pure sine wave power to support critical electronics during power interruptions. It features one IEC 320 C14 input, 8 IEC 320 C13 output plugs, and 2 IEC jumper cables. It has a SmartSlot for an optional network management card that enables graceful shutdown of physical servers, virtual machines, and HCI clusters via PowerChute Network Shutdown. The Smart-UPS has a 3-year warranty and the built-in lead-acid battery has a 2-year warranty. The UPS can be connected to EcoStruxure IT or to third-party centralized management platforms. It provides surge protection against lightning strikes, brownouts, blackouts, and surges. It is compatible with a special user-replaceable battery. The APC Replacement Battery Cartridge helps restore UPS performance to original specifications. Not suitable for consumers in the EU.