APC Back-UPS, 500VA/300W Floor/Wall Mount, 230V, 8x CEE 7/3 Schuko outlets, USB Type A Port, User Replaceable Battery

The APC Back-UPS 500VA 300W is a compact floor- or wall-mountable uninterruptible power supply (UPS) designed to provide battery backup and surge protection for home or small business electronics. It includes eight Schuko outlets — six outlets offer both battery backup and surge protection while two provide surge protection only. The unit delivers 300 W (0.5 kVA) output power, features a 310-joule surge energy rating, and has a USB port for smart charging of personal devices. The UPS uses a user-replaceable battery and comes with a 2-year warranty on unit and battery, plus European support and connected equipment protection policy.

Advantages

The UPS combines battery backup and surge suppression in a compact black housing suitable for floor or wall installation, ensuring continued operation of routers, computers and other equipment during short power interruptions. User-replaceable battery capability allows restoration of original performance without replacing the entire unit. A dedicated USB charging port provides convenient power for phones or tablets while the surge energy rating of 310 Joules helps protect connected devices from transient voltage spikes.

Suitable for

• Home wireless networks and routers
• Desktop computers and workstations
• Gaming consoles and entertainment systems
• Small office equipment (modems, VoIP phones, POS terminals)

Key specifications

• Brand: APC
• Model / MPN: BE500G2-GR
• EAN: 731304738237
• Output power: 300 W (0.5 kVA)
• Nominal input voltage: 230 V
• Outlets: 8 Schuko (6 battery backup + surge, 2 surge-only)
• Surge energy rating: 310 Joules
• Product colour: Black
• Mounting: Floor or wall mountable
• Battery: User-replaceable cartridge

How to use

Install the UPS on a stable floor surface or mount it to a wall using appropriate hardware. Connect critical devices to the six battery-backup outlets and non-critical equipment to the two surge-only outlets. Plug the UPS into a grounded 230 V outlet and switch it on. Use the USB port to charge personal devices as needed. Follow the included user manual for initial battery charging and configuration of any audible alarms or energy-saving features.

Recommendations

Place the UPS in a well-ventilated area away from heat sources and moisture. Test the battery periodically and replace it with the APC replacement battery cartridge when runtime decreases. Register the product to activate the European connected equipment protection policy and access technical support.