#1. "RE: ?? Need UPS What Is Recommended" In response to bbutler (Reply # 0)
I've seen that advertisement, looks like a pretty good deal. I am unfamilliar with the brand, but at that price, who cares if you only get a few years out of it.
#2. "RE: ?? Need UPS What Is Recommended" In response to bbutler (Reply # 0)
Match the specifications to the others recommended above. Do some comparison shopping here.
I use an APC 500 UPS PRO and haven't had a problem. Don't think they are available anymore. Don't know for sure though. I think a 650 is the "normal" size for "home use" recommendation now.
If the specifications exceed other brands, then as Shelly says, it's a good deal. Support may be a factor to consider. Also, check on users comments from the website.
APC still has a 500VA size, and some smaller sizes as well. It seems that all brands of UPS come in various sizes starting at about 350VA and on up (you can put a UPS on other things besides computers).
One thing to consider is what type of interface port the UPS has on it: Serial or USB. You need that if you want to use the automatic shutdown feature some of them provide. You might be like me and not have a free serial port. Or, you might have a system that doesn't have USB.
#4. "RE: ?? Need UPS What Is Recommended" In response to JP (Reply # 3)
Thanks to all. I don't have a empty port & no USB port. so I guess I would not be able to use the automatic shutdown, I have a AB switch so that I can use my external zip drive but that would not work with a UPS, If I am going to have to shutdown to switch I may as well leave it shutdown until I get back. Alex I read everything that you sent & thanks Bob
#5. "RE: ?? Need UPS What Is Recommended" In response to bbutler (Reply # 4)
That switch you have sounds like it is for the parallel port. The UPS can be purchased to use the SERIAL port. If you don't have a game attachment or a serial external modem you probably have one free.
#8. "RE: ?? Need UPS What Is Recommended" In response to bbutler (Reply # 0)
what type of computer and what size monitor are you planning to run on it? 900va is a lot, that should give you plenty of battery time. most average home systems do fine with a 500-600va rating ups, giving them 5-10 minutes of battery time.
i'm not familiar with the brand, though. brands i would recommend are apc, tripplite and belkin.