Five Steps to the right UPS
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Selecting the right Uninterruptible Power System (UPS) concerns two main functions. Firstly,
protecting your computers and other sensitive loads from damage or loss of data caused by Line
(Mains) power disturbances, and secondly, continuing to power the critical load when the
primary power goes down.
UPS systems provide protection to various power problems. Off-Line systems provide limited
protection and are least expensive, Interactive systems are generally preferred, considering
price/performance, whereas On-Line systems provide almost ultimate protection and are the
most expensive. You are advised to consult UPS Industry prices , before proceeding.
If you know the size, type and backup time of the UPS you need, scroll down for buying
recommendations. Otherwise, read on for guiding steps to specify and select the right UPS.
Defining the Right UPS depends on your specific needs. Select one of the following alternatives:
Guiding steps to protect your computer at home, office or small business, from blackouts and
power disturbances.
Guidance to select a UPS for small networks, small business or office for power protection and
short time blackout backup.
Steps to specify and selecting a UPS for corporation or online service providers which
require critical equipment protection, or extended backup time .
You may also be interested to see the following pages:
UPS Basics -Basic knowledge about Uninterruptible Power Systems
UPS Frequently Asked Questions.
Glossary of UPS terms.
When you already know what to buy, you can proceed to the final step of finding the right
merchant and the specific unit.
The following list includes some major UPS Suppliers, which offer UPS systems from 300VA
up to 200KVA. All are rated high by user's rating sites, have available stock of the main UPS
brands, provide telephone assistance, present on their sites prices as well as technical
information.
The leads open a new window with general information. Enter the required information, such as
Power UPS, or 3KVA UPS or APC UPS in the search window to see the relevant results. Use
the COMPARE feature. Check availability, Warranty and delivery costs.
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