Michael Leone on 11 Jun 2008 08:43:01 -0700


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Re: [PLUG] How to figure out my UPS needs


On Wed, Jun 11, 2008 at 8:53 AM, TuskenTower <tuskentower@gmail.com> wrote:
> So, I lost power last night (so boring!) and obviously, my internet
> connection and VOIP service went kaput.  I have been meaning to get a
> UPS to power the cable modem, router, VOIP adapter and wireless phone,
> but I have no idea how to figure out what will do the job.  Does
> anyone know how a complete n00b could go about figuring out what UPS
> to buy?

Sure. Go to APC's website; they have an online calculator that will
estmate your load and recommend a device. This will let you know what
they think you need (i.e., 5KVa unit, 2 batteries, etc), and you can
use that to decide on a model (whether from APC or someone else).

<http://www.apcc.com>

>
> thanks,
> Amul
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