7 best power backup for computer

Product description

APC 600VA UPS Battery Backup and Surge Protector with USB Charging Port, APC UPS Back UPS (BE600M1). Operating temperature: 0 - 40? C. Alarm when on battery, distinctive low battery alarm, overload continuous tone alarm. Nominal output voltage: 120 V

• 600VA / 330W Backup Battery power supply
• 7 Outlets (NEMA 5-15R): 5 UPS Battery Backup with Surge Protection Outlets, and 2 Surge Protector Only Outlets
• One USB Charger Port (1.5A) for cell phones and other portable electronics
• 5' Power Cord, right-angle 3-prong wall plug (NEMA 5-15P), wall-mountable, plus FREE Windows PC power-management software (Mac OS uses native "Energy Saver" Settings)
• REPLACEABLE BATTERY: The battery can be replaced when needed with RBC model APCRBC154 (sold separately)
• Backed by APC's 3-YEAR warranty, plus a $75,000 connected-equipment policy

User questions & answers

Question:	weird Q: a recent outage trapped elder lady in her power recliner. can this be used
Answer:	We have a dual electric recliner sofa. After being temporarily "trapped" during an power outage, we purchased the APC UPS, 600VA BE600M1 APC UPS Battery Backup system. This week we had a 3 day outage, and the UPS worked like a champ. A must have for anybody with electric recliner chair or sofa.
Question:	How long will it power my system while the power is off
Answer:	I had my desktop computer, 2 monitors, and my modem/router combo plugged into the ups battery power. It lasted less than 20 minutes when the power went out, and there was no additional warning when the battery was about to shut off. It just had this intermittent double beep for about 15- 20 minutes, then bang, everything off. Pretty disappointed. I guess you get what you pay for.
Question:	How often does the battery need to be replaced
Answer:	I have had APC batteries last 7-8 years, the shortest was 13 months (12-month warranty, figures!). I have bought replacement batteries from other vendors, don't last at all. I had a beautiful APOC SUA1500, Batteries Plus sold me 2 x SLA batteries duct taped together (yes, literally) and they were NOT made for a backup power suppl;y as they stated, leaked, corroded the entire inside of my very expensive unit! I certainly regret that decision! Batteries Plus said they had the APC batteries, but when I got to the store they did not, ordering them, would take a long time, so I tried their option - will NEVER shop at Batteries Plus again! Just yesterday I had one APC battery die. Bought new unit Dec 17, 2017, today is March 31, 2020. Just over 3 years, their average. No complaints.
Question:	Does it have ethernet ports
Answer:	No, and generally you'll want to avoid surge protectors or UPS's with built in surge protectors that have multiple ports (i.e. coaxial, Ethernet, phone) since these devices turn on at different voltage levels. So once a surge comes in on the LINE (HOT) side of the AC outlet and the voltage has reached a certain level, the surge will be directed to both the NEUTRAL and the SAFETY GROUND, but as soon as that happens, some of the surge makes it's way into the COAX, ETHERNET, and PHONE ports and if you have something plugged into those ports then it goes into the devices. A recent study (see: http://incompliancemag.com/article/lightning-surge-damage-to-ethernet-and-pots-ports-connected-to-inside-wiring/) confirms this. The best place to secure PHONE, and COAX connections is where they enter the house and where they can have a short (less than 10 foot connection to a buried GROUND ROD). If you secure phone & coax at the service entrance and protect your electronics with Type 3 Surge Protectors you won't need to secure the Ethernet connections.Also, it's not a good idea to rely on the Surge Protector inside a UPS as those have a higher clamping voltage generally in the 650-800 Volt range and that means until the voltage reaches 800 volts, your electronics is getting zapped. You can't plug a UPS with an MOV surge protector into an existing MOV based surge protector for compliance (safety) issues, but you can plug a UPS with an MOV surge protector or an MOV surge protector into a Series Mode filter since the filter does not rely on sacrificial MOV's. The Series Mode filter starts to work at 121.4 VAC on a 120 VAC line and it totally eliminates the surge instead of diverting it and hoping the surge can make it's way back through your house wiring to the buried ground rod from the main electrical panel.

Product features

Reliable battery backup and surge protection

When the power goes out, the BE600M1 provides guaranteed power for computers, external hard-drives and other electronics, including your wireless router so you can maintain a network connection for your IoT devices when you need it most! Ideal for the home and home offices, the Back-UPS BE600M1 offers plenty of power and outlets, plus a 1.5A USB Charging port.

The Features and Benefits of an APC Back-UPS

Why use an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) by APC? Watch this short video for insight into the features & benefits of this BE600M1 Back-UPS.

A UPS for the Internet of Things (IoT)

Every connected SmartHome needs a UPS to help keep your wifi on and available, so that your SmartHome stays, well...smart!

Product description

A compact UPS with standby topology, the CyberPower Ecologic EC850LCD provides battery backup (using simulated sine wave output) and surge protection for desktop computers, workstations, networking devices, and home entertainment systems. During power interruptions, the EC850LCD offers reliable power protection and battery backup. When the battery backup detects that the computer is off or in sleep mode, computer peripherals connected to the ECO Mode, surge protected outlets will be automatically turned off, reducing power usage and lowering energy costs USB connection required. The EC850LCD comes with a three-year warranty (including coverage of batteries) and a $100,000 Connected Equipment Guarantee.

• 850VA/510W Ecologic Battery Backup Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) System
• 12 NEMA 5-15R OUTLETS: 6 battery backup & surge protected outlets, 6 surge protected outlets (3 ECO controlled) safeguard desktop computers, workstations, networking devices, and home entertainment systems
• MULTIFUNCTION LCD PANEL: Displays immediate, detailed information on battery and power conditions
• ECO MODE: When the UPS detects a computer is off or in sleep mode, it will automatically turn off power to computer peripherals connected to ECO mode outlets, reducing power usage and lowering energy costs
• 3-YEAR WARRANTY INCLUDING THE BATTERY; 100,000 dollar Connected Equipment Guarantee and FREE PowerPanel Personal Edition Management Software (Download)

User questions & answers

Question:	When my heater or dishwasher first kicks on, my big screen TV shuts off (then comes back on seconds later). Will the 650VA LCD UPS fix this? I live in an old house
Answer:	When a large motorized appliance such as a dish washer or a heater blower turns on, the initial startup draws a lot of current, much more current than it draws after it gets going a few seconds later. A UPS can help prevent such short-term voltage drops. But it us important to size the UPS correctly to the TV size. It is important to find out how much power in Watts, or Volt-Amps is your Big screen TV consuming. Perhaps you can find out on Google, the owners manual or in the back of the TV. For example, if your TV draws 400 Watts. then 650 volt-amp UPS will do. You want your UPS to be rated to be one and a half times bigger in Volt-amps than your TV rating. If your TV draws 500 watts, then get a 750 volt-amp UPS.
Question:	how much time do i have to shut all things off and down
Answer:	It depends on how much of that 510watts you're using according to cyberpower you have10.4 Minutes when using 210 Watts, and 2.15 Minutes when using 425 Watts and probably 1min or less if you're under max loadThe power went off at my house recently for a couple minutes and before i could shutdown my htpc the power came back and my htpc never shut offMind you my htpc is using a 600watt power supply but computers don't use the full wattage, especially if it's idle
Question:	I've had my pc shut down twice since plugging this is and the battery backup has not kicked on. its plugged in thru usb, software is installed
Answer:	Several Power Supply Units are not compatible with this UPS. The reason is that this UPS generates a simulated sine wave when the battery kicks in. Power Factor Correction PSUs automatically shut down when they receive this simulated waves because it doesn't match its internal "requirements" for power. Read this: https://www.dougv.com/2010/03/active-pfc-enabled-psus-are-not-compatable-with-most-low-end-ups/
Question:	Is the battery replaceable
Answer:	I almost bought a brand new unit. I have two EC850LCD and the battery is replaceable. Its as simple as purchasing the correct replacement 3rd party battery, removing 4 screws and the battery connectors. Make sure that the specs of the battery matches the original Leoch SLA. Dimension is 5.9 x 2.5 x 3.7 inches. I replaced with https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003S1RQ2S/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1. (ExpertPower 12V 7 Amp EXP1270 Rechargeable Lead Acid Battery). Tested by unplugging from wall and my systems stayed up for 10-15 minutes.

Product features

Why Do You Need a UPS System?

Even brief power outages can result in data loss or potential hardware damage. A UPS system provides battery backup power to keep your devices running during short outages and provides enough runtime to properly shut down electronics during extended outages.

Product description

APC 1500VA UPS Back-UPS Pro mini-tower backup power supply provides quality power protection for your critical home and small business devices. An APC UPS provides backup power power and surge protection to power and protect your PC or Mac, network router, gaming consoles like Xbox and PS4, AV and other business electronics from the dangers of power surges, spikes, lightning and power outages. By powering your critical electronics with a backup battery during blackouts, you ensure personal and professional connectivity when it matters most. Improvements in efficiency, size and surge protection come at an affordable price, making the Back-UPS Pro mini-tower battery backup UPS models a perfect solution for your power protection needs. Resettable circuit breaker-Easy recovery from overloads; no need to replace a fuse. LCD graphics display - Text and mimic diagrams that display modes of operation, system parameters and alarms. Transformer Block Spacing-Connect bulky transformer block plugs without covering up other outlets.

• 1500VA / 900W Backup Battery power supply
• 10 Outlets (NEMA 5-15R): 5 UPS Battery Backup with Surge Protection Outlets, and 5 Surge Protector Only Outlets
• Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR) instantly corrects low/high voltage fluctuations, and is Active PFC compatible
• 3-5 Year Battery Life. UPS Replacement Battery for BX1500M sold separately (part # APCRBC124)
• 1 GB network dataline protection, 6' Power Cord, right-angle 3-prong wall plug (NEMA 5-15P), and FREE Windows PC power-management software (Mac OS uses native "Energy Saver" Settings)
• Backed by APC's 3-YEAR WARRANTY, plus a $250,000 connected-equipment policy

User questions & answers

Question:	Is the unit noisy, ie is there a fan
Answer:	There is no fan on my BX1500M. Is quiet on Utility power and only a very low hum on battery power if you place your ear close to it.
Question:	Does the 1500va indicate it's amp hour (how many hours it will run?) ie 100 volts x 15 amps for 1 hour? or 100 volts x 5 amps for 3 hours
Answer:	The 1500VA/900watt rating has absolutely NOTHING to do with the run time. It is a rating of the maximum output level for a very short period of time. The BX1500M uses a 12 Volt 9 Ampere hour battery that means it stores 108 watt/hours of energy. The inverter (the electronic circuit that converts the stored 12 Volt DC power to 117 Volt AC power) is far from 100% efficient, and will not operate if the battery is near complete discharge, so the actual stored energy output for this device is 68 minutes at a 100 watt load. At the full load output of 900 watts the UPS will provide power for about 5 to 6 minutes before the battery is depleted and it shuts down.
Question:	Have a few months lost power and this goes out immediately. is there a set up that i missed? light on with power. thanks
Answer:	I did the same thing on my first unit, didn't plug in the battery. Went for a long time because the rest of the unit was working ok and I WAS SURE it would work if needed. It never would switch to safe shut down mode. FINALLY I opened the unit and found the battery disconnected ! Will make sure the next unit will have the battery hooked up as per directions.
Question:	Pure sine wave? or Modified
Answer:	It is in between. Though not pure sine wave, it has many little steps, vs Modified (modified square wave) which is simply 0 + 0 - 0 + 0 - 0 +... (3 status levels) A very good explanation and comparison graphs are shown at: https://linustechtips.com/main/topic/812247-best-ups/ Hope this helps.

Product features

Quality battery backup and power protection in a smaller, lighter design.

The Back-UPS Pro uninterruptible power supply provides power to your critical devices during an outage, allowing you to continue working or gaming, and stay connected to your network. Ideal for PCs, home office electronics, networking devices, SmartHome devices and gaming consoles.

A UPS for Every SmartHome

Every connected SmartHome needs a UPS to help keep your wifi on and available, so that your SmartHome stays, well - smart!

Product description

A mini-tower UPS with line interactive topology, the CyberPower Intelligent LCD CP1500AVRLCD provides battery backup (using simulated sine wave output) and surge protection for desktop computers, workstations, networking devices, and home entertainment systems. The CP1500AVRLCD uses Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR) to correct minor power fluctuations without switching to battery power, which extends battery life. AVR is essential in areas where power fluctuations occur frequently. The CP1500AVRLCD comes with a three-year warranty (including coverage of batteries) Battery Backup Supplies power long enough for equipment to properly shut down when utility power fails. Helps prevent loss of data and minimizes the component stress caused by a hard shutdown. Surge Protection Diverts excess voltage away from sensitive electronic equipment during an AC power surge or power spike to prevent damage. Data Line Protection Prevents power surges that travel through telephone, coaxial, and Ethernet lines from causing damage to electronics. Line Interactive Topology Exists when a line interactive UPS has an auto transformer that regulates low voltages (e.g., brownouts) and over voltages (e.g., spikes) without having to switch to battery. Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR) Provides clean, consistent AC power by automatically regulating low voltages and over voltages, within defined tolerances, when incoming utility power has minor fluctuations. Simulated Sine Wave Output Uses pulse wave modulation to generate a stepped, approximated sine wave to supply cost-effective battery backup power for equipment that does not require sine wave output. GreenPower UPS Bypass design Is a patented design that allows utility power to bypass the UPS transformer, when AC power is stable, which reduces energy consumption, noise, and heat buildup. Multi-function LCD panel displays immediate, detailed information on the UPS battery and power conditions, alerting users to potential problems before they can affect critical equipment and cause downtime. Ultra quiet design minimizes noise during operation for a quieter work environment. PowerPanel personal software provides a user-friendly dashboard interface for controlling and monitoring the UPS. Free software download available here. Energy Star: This model is an Energy Star certified Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) system. Energy Star is the trusted, government-backed symbol for energy-efficient products and practices that help save money and protect the environment. Automatic voltage regulation: Yes – single boost (10%).

• 1500VA/900W Intelligent LCD Battery Backup Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) System
• 12 NEMA 5-15R outlets: battery backup & surge protected outlets, surge protected outlets safeguard desktop computers, workstations, networking devices and home entertainment equipment
• Multifunction LCD panel: Displays immediate, detailed information on battery and power conditions, including: Estimated runtime, battery capacity, load capacity, etc.
• Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR): Corrects minor power fluctuations without switching to battery power, thereby extending the life of the battery
• 3-year warranty – Including the batteries, 500,000 dollar connected equipment guarantee and free PowerPanel personal edition management software (Download)

User questions & answers

Question:	is this a better product than the apc BR1500G
Answer:	I purchased an APC BR1500G about five months ago for a high wattage new computer build. The build got delayed because of the demands of my academic job. On September 8th, when it was pretty clear that Hurricane Irma was going to directly hit Naples, I thought about re-purposing my UPSs (four CyberPower 1000s, and the yet unused BR1500) for supplying light, power for my receiver (for listening to local radio broadcasts), and charging my iPhone and two iPads when the power inevitably went out. The afternoon of Sep 9th, I plugged all five units into the wall to make sure that they had time to fully charge before the hurricane hit. Being twice as heavy as the CyberPower units, I had great expectations for the BR1500. Also, because it was new, I expected it to perform to its full potential. Before anyone asks, yes, I read the manual's instructions for reversing the battery for the initial charge. Irma hit Naples in the late afternoon Sep 10th with Cat-4 winds, and the power went out at about 6:00pm. While it was still light, I tried to ready the APC for its job for the night. For over an hour, I tried to coax power from the unit. I tested the battery and found it to be fully charged, but when inserted in the unit, the APC remained dead. I found that I could get power out of it if I kept the battery cover off and laid it on its side, but the current out the AC side was intermittent, at best. Giving up on the APC, I used what I thought to be the newest of my CyberPower UPSs. That first CyberPower unit provided power to three 35W LED lamps, and the receiver for over eight hours that first night when I shut it down. It lasted an additional three hours the second night, while it was supplying light, running the receiver, and charging all three iDevices which were depleted during the day. I got similar results from the second, and third CyberPower units (one of which was at least three years old). The power came back on the fifth day after the hurricane, and I never got to the fourth CyberPower UPS. When I read the warranty instructions for the BR1500G, they demanded that the faulty unit be sent directly to APC and not returned to the seller. I decided to eat my mistake and include the BR1500 in the refuse bin with all of the rest of the hurricane debris (I removed, and kept the battery). When we're not having a hurricane, power outages seldom last for more than a few seconds, and are mainly 1-2 sec brownouts, so I never really got to test the CyberPower units in any real-world application before the hurricane. I have Thanksgiving week off and I intend to complete the computer build I started in May. For me, choosing the CP1500 CyberPower for backup of the new computer was a no-brainer . In my opinion, APC makes undependable units that I intend to avoid at all costs.
Question:	What is maintenance like on an UPS? Isn't the battery constantly being overcharged? How often should you replace a battery in an UPS
Answer:	I purchased mine in August 2008 and it's March 2016 now. The software is only just telling me now that I need to replace the batteries, so I'd say for me at least the battery life has been fantastic, with no maintenance. This is in contrast to another CyberPower Unit I had, a CP1000AVR, and an APC unit I had, neither of which lasted even half as long as this unit has. I can't recall if maybe those units weren't line interactive, but all I can say is that this UPS has been fantastic and zero maintenance until now. Replacement batteries are $68 on Amazon or as low as $32 at other online sellers.
Question:	Can it run a Keurig
Answer:	Look at the back of your coffee maker and see that it will use more than the 815 watts this will allow so no. My Mr Coffee uses 900 watts. I just looked up the power consumption for a normal Keurig home brewer and it is 1,500 watts at peak power.
Question:	Would this computer be good to host a game server
Answer:	This "computer" is the most POWERFUL of them all! Asking for it to host a game isn't even a valid question it does so well! Though the screen is not that great you could easily PLUG a monitor into it.

Product features

Why Do You Need a UPS System?

Even brief power outages can result in data loss or potential hardware damage. A UPS system provides battery backup power to keep your devices running during short outages and provides enough runtime to properly shut down electronics during extended outages.

Product description

The new APC Backups optimize home and small business uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) by focusing on the most critical aspects of power protection. Leave the Back UPS connected to AC power for eight hours while the battery charges to full capacity.

• 425VA / 225W Backup Battery power supply
• 6 Outlets (NEMA 5-15R): 4 UPS Battery Backup with Surge Protection Outlets, and 2 Surge Protector Only Outlets
• 5' Power Cord, right-angle 3-prong wall plug (NEMA 5-15P). Wall mountable
• During a power outage, an APC UPS battery backup power supply provides backup power for essential home electronics. Ideal battery backup for wifi routers.
• Backed by APC's 3 YEAR WARRANTY, and $75,000 connected-equipment policy

User questions & answers

Question:	I cannot find the dimensions for this product or a spec page
Answer:	Product information Size:425 VA Product Dimensions 10 x 5.5 x 4.1 inches Item Weight 5.72 pounds Shipping Weight 6.75 pounds (View shipping rates and policies) ASIN B01HDC236Q California residents Click here for Proposition 65 warning Item model number BE425M Batteries 1 Lithium ion batteries required. Customer Reviews 3.8 out of 5 stars 2,689 customer reviews 3.8 out of 5 stars Best Sellers Rank #5 in Electronics > Accessories & Supplies > Computer Accessories > Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) #36 in Electronics > Accessories & Supplies > Power Protection Date first listed on Amazon August 5, 2016
Question:	How long does the battery last
Answer:	I just purchased mine but from past experiences it should last 5 years and you can use it without a battery but without the software or battery back up.
Question:	How long will the 425 model run a 5 watt device
Answer:	My UPS 650 software says I have up to 35 minutes when hooked up to a desktop monitor and modem. I would think the 425 would be 20 minutes or less if the same power consumption is demanded. 5 watts isn't much, so it should last longer.
Question:	There really has been no direct answer to the question about disabling the alarm (forget installing software). Is there a way by "holding" the button
Answer:	If you read the manual they make available on this page for the 600AH batteries and up, you will see that you CAN TURN OFF ALL ALARMS! I would not recommend turning off the LOW BATTERY alarm, but you can turn that off too! Not sure about the 425 though. Though, you can look up the manuals for all of them as the not only make them available but ENCOURAGE you to read them BEFORE you buy them!! Kinda like that kind of information being there.

Product features

Back-up Power and Surge Protection for Low-Power Devices

For smaller electronics, the BE425M provides peace of mind when the power goes out. Ideal for keeping your internet router running when the rest of your home loses power.

APC BE425M Back-UPS

The Back-UPS BE425M is a great option for low-powered electronics, like your internet router or VOIP phone.

APC UPS and the Internet of Things (IoT)

Every connected SmartHome needs a UPS to help keep your wifi on and available, so that your SmartHome stays, well...smart!

Product description

A mini-tower UPS with line interactive topology the CyberPower PFC Sinewave CP1500PFCLCD provides battery backup (using sine wave output) and surge protection for desktop computers workstations networking devices and home entertainment systems requiring active PFC power source compatibility. The CP1500PFCLCD features an advanced multifunction control panel with a color LCD to quickly confirm status and alerts at-a-glance. The screen tilts for easy viewing when the UPS is placed in a low position such as under a desk. Two USB charge ports (one type-A and one type-C) power portable devices such as mobile phones and tablets even during a utility power failure. The CP1500PFCLCD uses Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR) to correct minor power fluctuations without switching to battery power which extends battery life AVR is essential in areas where power fluctuations occur frequently. 22 the CP1500PFCLCD comes with a three-year (including coverage of batteries) and a 500 000 connected equipment.

• 1500VA/1000W PFC Sine Wave Battery Backup Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) System - Designed to support active PFC and conventional power supplies
• 12 NEMA 5-15R outlets: battery backup & surge protected outlets, 6 surge protected outlets safeguard servers, workstations, network devices, and telecom equipment. 2 USB charge ports (1 type-A and 1 type-C) power portable devices such as mobile phones and tablets, even during a utility power failure
• Multifunction LCD panel with color display: Displays immediate, detailed information on the UPS battery and power conditions. The color display quickly alerts users to potential problems before they can affect critical equipment and cause downtime. Screen tilts up to 22 degrees for easy viewing
• Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR): Corrects minor power fluctuations without switching to battery power, thereby extending the life of the battery
• 3-year warranty including the battery; 500,000 dollar connected equipment guarantee and free PowerPanel personal edition management software (Download)

User questions & answers

Question:	I am in doubt between CP1500PFCLCD and CP1500AVRLCD for my Home Theater. Which one will fit me better ? Do I really need the PFC feature
Answer:	Yes, you do need the PFC feature. I have both a CP1500PFCLCD and 2 CP1500AVRT's for my desktop (see the first and last 2 minutes):https://youtu.be/pwNJto6VWE8I connected my Altec Lansing 2.1 speakers to the CP1500AVRT. While I had a power outage, the speakers would not work. They only worked when I used the CP1500PFCLCD. I believe it has something to do with the way the cheaper CP1500AVRT outputs power. Also, the way the cheaper UPS's output power may damage the sensitive electronic components of your stereo and TV. This happened to my TV which was connected to another cheaper UPS, a 500VA Blackout Buster. I never found out why the TV was damaged..
Question:	I noticed the 900 watt rating, will this unit protect and back up a computer with a 1200 watt internal power supply
Answer:	IMPORTANT ---> READ: With my new desktop bought last year, the original computer power supply was a ThermalTake 800 watt unit. I knew from the running wattage draw that was/is a nominal 150-165 watts or so, this 800 watt OUTPUT CAPABLE- NOT WHAT IT DRAWS FROM THE WALL, ThermalTake would shut down my computer when the power bumped off or during a self test. I thought my original 900 watt Cyberpower sine wave UPS would/should handle this relatively LIGHT LOAD of the 165 watts if/when it transferred to BU power, but, it DID NOT. SO, I returned this 900 watt CP UPS for the 1500 Pure Sine Wave unit thinking, hell, NOW this sob should not shut down my computer if/when a power bump occurred. AGAIN, even with this 1500 watt CP UPS, the damn computer kept shutting down. After lots of research I discovered that this ThermalTake model, as well as their other models, DO NOT HAVE ANY CURRENT LIMITING CIRCUITRY that limits the INRUSH CURRENT when the computer - power supply first kicks on. I returned and bought a EVGA 650 G5 that DOES HAVE INRUSH CURRENT LIMITING. After replacing the POS ThermalTake wit this PROPERLY DESIGNED PS - EVGA, my computer has never shut down during power bumps or self tests. SO, lesson here is that these computer power supplies are rated as to WHAT POWER THEY CAN OUTPUT - NOT AS TO WHAT THEY DRAW from the wall outlet. As mentioned before my desktop only draws a nominal 165 watts or so and with using a better quality, PROPERLY DESIGNED computer power supply, EVGA for one, I could have kept/used the original 900 watt CP UPS without any issues.... IF you are still having any transfer issues with your UPS not switching over and shutting down your computer, LOOK AT THE DAMN computer power supply as the definite culprit......
Question:	The Box says CP1500FCLCD ADAPTIVE SINE WAVE . The spec sheet says "Output Waveform" ADAPTIVE SINE WAVE
Answer:	I am familiar with oscilloscopes and plugging one up to a wall outlet can be frightening. My problem is not my hydroelectric, but while the frig and electric range/oven, have their own circuits, I have just too much stuff on a couple 15 AMP circuits, and the microwave and toaster oven and laser printer can brown out a circuit and my UPS will kick in. The Automatic Voltage Regulator will pull more of the brown out (lower voltage) electricity until the UPS saves the day. Even when the UPS does not kick in, I'm sure the AVR is doing my electronics a marvelous service. The brief sag in voltage when a motor or laser, or the same thing, a laser printer starts up should be avoided. Never, ever, by the way plug a laser printer, refrigerator, etc. into this UPS!!! The pure analogue sine wave of the falling water generator v. "adaptive sine wave" of this UPS, reminds me of when CDs first came out, eventually to replace vinyl records. The CD's were condemned as they have digitized the nigh infinite bumps and valleys of a vinyl record. Personally, I could never hear the difference, while tapes are so linear and jumping between tracks meant feet of tape. Recording was very difficult to mix. Sorting out ones music was bulky, and time consuming. Probably, the CD's lack the dynamic range of vinyl records, but let's remember, CD's were the first widely sold and owned digital media. Another myth busted is that digital cameras would never replace film. Every other UPS I had bought was short lived, and this unit, of which I use three, is a marvelous buy for me. This is a more expensive version, but unless your corporate requires the extra certification for the more expensive model, get this one. And I LOVE that if you overload this UPS, the unit will not let you do it. Let's say we wanted a "PURE (ANALOGUE) SINE WAVE?" Well, the UPS battery could spin a generator, which is mechanical and will require maintenance and will not kick in soon enough. This will show my age: once upon a time Dove soap advertised that it was 99.44% pure soap. Some chemist tested the soap, and when all the percents of the compounds were added together, 0.56% was unaccounted. We should not have said that Dove soap was pure soap and they chose to advertise that Dove is 99.44% pure soap, which made it a mysterious, almost pure soap, which when rounded out, was 1% MIA. Nowadays we should say that Dove soap is ADAPTIVE SOAP. I have an electric piano hooked up to one of my UPS. I have my NAS hooked up to another. I have my TV and desktop computer and game console hooked up to my third. (I am not going to run the desktop and game console at the same time.) These UPSs are quite far from each other. I believe ALL my electronics, apart from the mechanical hard drive in the game console, will outlive me. When there is a brown out, all the electronics lose the battle to draw more current. This UPS feeds within tolerances, EXACTLY what is PERFECT for my electronics. Final Bonus Advice: This UPS has electronics, and using the battery, charging the battery, generates heat. The unit does not have a fan and doesn't need one, but it needs to breath as in ventilate. Do not put this unit in a cabinet and close the door. HEAT IS THE ENEMY OF ELECTRONICS! Semiconductors are semi passing the electricity along, and semi producing heat. Besides surge protection, and besides the UPS not allowing the equivalent of pulling the plug, this UPS has two more fabulous features, which will benefit your electronics: 1. The Automatic Voltage Regulation means that small brownouts and spikes will be addressed. 2. The ADAPTIVE SINE WAVE is as pretty as the oscilloscope of the original Outer Limits. 3. (The USB charging ports are way cool, nifty, dynamite, keen.)
Question:	What is the power draw of CP1500PFCLCD with no attached devices? Competitors are 100-130W, but "save up to 75% energy" doesn't tell me anything
Answer:	I watched a couple Youtube video reviews where people used meters to check and it seems there is between 11 and 16 watts in over head while the battery is charging. If the unit is turned off and still plugged into the wall outlet the battery will still charge to keep it at 100% but not actually output power to it's outlets. If the battery is 100% charged then there is no draw what so ever.The only way to know for sure what is going on is for you to actually test your unit to see how much power it is consuming. From what I saw in the video's on Youtube it ranged between 0 and 19 watts, depending on the charge state of the batteries.

Product features

Why Do You Need a UPS System?

Even brief power outages can result in data loss or potential hardware damage. A UPS system provides battery backup power to keep your devices running during short outages and provides enough runtime to properly shut down electronics during extended outages.

• 【All-in-1 Portable Battery】Upgraded portable charger is equipped with 100W AC port, Type-C PD 45W port and two 5V/4,2A USB-A ports supporting 4 outputs simultaneously. You can share power with your families/friends during a temporary power outage or road trip.
• 【LG Lithium-ion Superior Quality】Constructed with LG Lithium-ion Polymer Battery Cells&Built-in 6 Security Protections to Ensure Safety Use and 1000+ Long Recharge Cycles. We Offer Customers a 12 Months Hassle-free 100% Satisfaction & Replacement Warranty.
• 【Super Huge Capacity】Portable battery for optimal use with CPAP. 40200mAh/145Wh/100W mobile supply, powerful enough to charge MacBook Pro 13 over 2 times, or charge iPhone 11 10 times. It can meet your needs during outdoor traveling, camping, sporting, and other activities with a compact size of 7.4*4.7*1.7in and a weight of 2lbs.
• 【Safe and Reliable】Certified by UL, built-in smart IC intelligently identifies and powers your gadget with under-voltage and over-voltage protection, short circuit protection, over-current Protection, AC outlet short circuit protection, AC Out over-current protection, over-temperature protection keep you safe when you on your trip.
• 【Compatibility】It is suitable for many devices, such as the laptops, MacBook Pro 13''/15'' /Air/ DELL XPS 13/15/Huawei MateBook X /X Pro/ Samsung Notebook9/ Xiaomi Air; Phones such as iPhone 12 /12 Pro Max / 12 Mini / Samsung Galaxy/Huawei /LG; Tablets such as iPad Pro 12.9’’/10.5’’/11’’
• 【What's in the Box】 Omars Laptop battery pack, Type C to C Cable, user manual. (Please note charger is not included)

User questions & answers

Question:	pure sine wave
Answer:	What matters to this question is if the UPS unit can supply the electrical power requirements of the recliner. The specfications for the Tripp Lite mdl AVR900U can be found at https://www.tripplite.com/avr-series-120v-900va-480w-ultra-compact-line-interactive-ups-usb-port~AVR900U. Alas, LazyBoy at https://www.la-z-boy.com/b/recliners/power/_/N-musa9iZwyori5 does NOT appear to provide technical data via their Website such as peak and sustained electrical power draw in amperes or Watts of their motorized recliner products. Thus there is no way to answer the question. In any case, the Tripp LIte model in question is designed as "line interactive" for power conditioning for and continuous operation of power sensitive electronics such as computer equipment and as such is overkill for infrequent motor operation of a recliner. Consider probably less expensive "standby" power UPS units.
Question:	What’s the lowest wattage AC outlet supports without auto shutdown? E.g. will 5-10w load prompt auto shutdown
Answer:	Thank you for reaching out about the AVR900U. Tripp Lite is a very trusted company and has been in business for over 95 years. When it comes to replacement it is more cost effective to replace the battery vs the entire unit. When the time comes our user manual has instructions for replacing the battery and mentions the battery replacement model number. If you would like to discuss your application, please contact our Chicago-based Presales Applications Team at 773.869.1773 (M-F 8AM-6PM Central) and they will happily assist you.
Question:	How long does it take to fully charge through the usb c port using a good fast usb c wall charger that’s between 25w-100w? Just wanted an estimation o
Answer:	According to the packaging, the unit is designed to be disposable and contains no user-serviceable parts. I have not actually checked my unit for battery access. I'm sure there's an unauthorized way to open the case and replace the battery (similar to re-celling a laptop battery, but with a much safer end product).
Question:	Does this support pass-through charging (charge the external battery while in use
Answer:	Answering my own question ~2 yrs later. Successfully used with a whole-house 20 kW Generac and multiple AC mains fails longer than the unit discharge time. The observed behavior is: AC mains fail, the unit picks up the load quickly enough that all but possibly the smallest electronic devices ride it through without a blink and, critically for this question, the unit's discharge alarm starts a slow beep. The generator and transfer switch combo is set to have the generator running stably and transfer power at the 30 second mark of AC mains fail. At 31 seconds the house is powered by the generator and a few seconds later the unit discharge alarm stops, suggesting it is accepting generator power for charging.

Product features

Super Huge 40200mAh Capacity, Power Up Your Devices Anywhere

Portable AC laptop charger packed with 145Wh of power offers universal compatibility with multiple mobile devices like laptop, smart phone, tablets, camera and other home appliances.

Power Outdoors and Care Families

• Reliable backup battery power supply for light, laptop and etc. Enjoy your adventures with this portable camping power source.

Portable and Easy to Carry

• Weight:2lb (940g)
• Dimension: 7.4" x 4.7" x 1.7" (LxWxH)
• For home use to keep your home security system, light and phone charged without fear of being caught out

Multiple Outputs for Different Devices

• Laptop
• Light
• Tablet
• Phone
• Drone
• Camera

3Hrs Fully Recharge the Power Bank

With 45W Input Type C PD port, you can recharge your laptop power bank in 3 hours. And with 45W output type c port, you can charge your laptop cellphone and small electronic devices very fast!

Powerful Enough to Use with CPAP

With 100W 3pin/2pin AC outlet, and 45W pd type c output, you can use it with small electronic devices, such as CPAP, Laptops, LED lamp, small refrigerator.

Trickle Output for AirPods/TWS

Trickle output <100mA which can fully charged your Airpods or other small devices in 2hrs. Long Press the Power Button for 5S to Start

40200mAh/145Wh Laptop Power Bank

110V/100W(Max) AC power supply, compatible with most laptops, smart phones, tablets, mini fridges, fans, other AC plug appliances.

PD 45W Fast Charging

Equipped with PD 45W USB-C port, supporting charging to USB-C devices at full speed, including MacBook Pro 13, Dell XPS 13 and other more USB-C devices.

Q&A

Q: What devices can Omars battery power?

A: Please note that the AC output port can only charge/power devices that operate at less than 100-Watt.

Q: How to know the working times for my device?

A: Working time = 145Wh* 0.9 / operating power of your device

Note:

The power station is not TSA approved.

The AC outlet of Omars laptop power bank is not pure sine wave.