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hey guys i was thinking of getting battery backup i think that what is call anyway in my country power goes out alot and i want something protect the ps5 and keeps console turn on so it gives me time to turn it off so it wont break my ps5 if you guys have any recommendation i would appreciated
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https://youtu.be/JOwwzO8IW9A Maybe my tech buds here can wrap there heads around this one. I never thought I'd have such results like this. This 4K Xfinity box is sucking up so much power. And I'm not even sure if it's the box entirely. Let me know what you guys think
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Hi I am in need of a new UPS for my server rack as I have outgrown the old one I had. I predict I need a 1500VA UPS. My budget is $300 and I am trying to get a pure sine wave if possible. Does anyone have any good suggestions as I see some people are reporting bad switch over times for UPS' at this price point. Thanks
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Hi all I am in the market for either one or two (depending on capacity) battery backups for my home lab. I want to buy them used and just put new batteries in them. Does anyone have any good recommendations for UPS units? I am open to new ones too if they are cheap enough. Do I need a sine wave UPS? Would like to be around $1000 max including batteries if I can Here is the list of devices I will have connected >Mac mini (2014 i5, 4GB Ram, SSD) >Arris Modem >2x Apple Time Capsules >Ubiquiti Dream Machine Pro >Ubiquiti Switch Aggregation >Ubiquiti Switch Pro 24 >Ubiquiti Switch Enterprise 8 PoE (all ports in use) >A mini PC (i3, 16GB ram, SSD) >A NAS, which is the next project to build but I am guessing it will have an i5 and between 6-8 HDDs I want a decent amount of room to expand for the future. I would prefer if they’re rack mountable UPS’ but if I am paying a lot extra for that feature I can always use a shelf in the rack. input and recommendations are greatly appreciated!
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I have a lenovo laptop. When I generate sleep-study report on it I have a unregistered device listed as the top offender (picture attached) while in sleep mode. This device is shown as Unregistered Device \_SB.PCI0.SAT0.VOL0 . Moreover its active 100% of the time during the sleep which causes huge battery drain during the sleep. Can you tell me 1> What this device is? 2>why its being active all the time during sleep? 3>how to solve the issue? I have also attached the sleepstudy report for more information. I have also tried fresh install of windows many times, but eventually every time this problem appears after some time. sleepstudy-report.html
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I recently purchased a SMC1000C by APC & discovered a "green mode" that's supposed to save me ~$25.00 a year. Although like other efficiency modes I've heard of with other things, I'm concerned this might effect my PC negatively since it's Ryzen 5 1500X & 3GBG GTX 1060 are overclocked. I would've of asked on APC's forums but figured I'd get a more biased opinion there, so should I disable it or reap the savings?
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I have a 15u rack with a few machines and plan on upgrading to a 42u rack and adding more machines and UPSs over time. My idea is to load the 15u rack with three power distribution units with three ups each (since I can't afford a "man-sized battery") and use 20ft power cables to connect the machines in the larger rack to the ups. Would this be hazardous in any way? (overload/overheat?)
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I'm currently looking for a new, more powerful UPS to replace my Back UPS Network 40 & I need at least 10 minutes of runtime based off my specs below. Additionally, also having the ability to automatically shut down my PC in case I'm in the shower & can't make it back on time is important. Here's the best choices I've been able to find on Newegg so far, please let me know which would be best for my use & maximum $250.00 budget excluding shipping. Should I even bother with the last 2 options as they're the lowest power? Is the 1st option worth the tradeoff of less power to be "Smart" & that in regard to automatic shutdowns? APC SMC1000 Smart-UPS 1000VA 120-Volt APC BR1500G Back-UPS Pro 1500VA APC BX1500M Back-UPS Pro 1500VA APC BR1300G Back-UPS Pro 1300VA APC BR1000G Back-UPS Pro 1000VA System Specs: EVGA G2 550W (No 1 told me about THIS when I researched & purchased it last Fall so it's not my fault, don't think I have brownouts though). MasterCase Pro 3 (2 x 140mm Fans) Ryzen 5 1500X (Not Currently OC'd But Hopefully Soon) MSI B350M Gaming Pro 16GB G.Skill DDR4 3200 (2933 Due To BIOS) 3GB MSI GTX 1060 Gaming X (2062 Core 9408 Memory) 250GB Samsung 850 EVO Windows 10 Home 19" 1600x900 Acer V206HQL (Medium Brightness I Think?) CM Storm QuickFire Full Mechanical Keyboard Cherry MX Brown Corsair KATAR Mouse. Basic DSL Modem/Router Device
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Having R5 2600, 10606gb and a 600watt PSU right now. What UPS should I pick for this build? What all should be considered when buying one?
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To start things off I did some research around the forums and there are people asking for help in these area but not so much of information being given. I would really like a breakdown since 3 days ago a video was posted on the YouTube channel about high wattage power supplies. First is my issues and where I went wrong; recently in Western North Carolina we have been getting some storms in the afternoon for the past two weeks. On Thursday we had some power outages that where about 5 minutes apart for the total of 4 times. I didn't think much of it since I was already in bed, if you can guess where this is going I lost two machines to this. First was my machine, I logged into a game I frequent to notice that my frame rates where dropping low... like 20s low. My machine is a i5-4430 with 16gb Corsair Ram with a Evga 970 SC and Corsair CX750M power supply. I also started to notice that my video card drivers would crash and recover, after some research I narrowed it down to my power supply not putting out enough juice. THIS IS WHERE I MESSED UP. I built a machine for my wife which is a i5-3350p 8bg Gskill ram with a Thermaltake SMART SP750M power supply. Since I have my wife's machine turn it self off I unplugged everything pulled the power supply out and notice it was a little dusty nothing crazy since i blow my cases out once a month. I took the Thermaltake out and place it into my machine and powered it on to test if this is why my frame where low. Everything booted but i started to notice the smell of burning electronics so i powered off. I thought... It was just dust falling into the power supply so I crabbed a BestBuy house brand 500w power supply from my 3D printer and plugged it in since it was pretty clean and practically new. This time one of my hard drives a WD 1T Blue CAUGHT FIRE! I instantly yanked the power out and waited for the smoke to clear. I thought to myself that this was odd so did a power test on the 500w PS and plugged it into my wifes machine and tried to get her system back up. Here is where stuff got weird and where I suspect the issue started, her Seagate 1tb HD was not being read.The comp would just go straight to the bios so I tried an SSD that was in my machine it also did not pick up. As a last resort i had an old laptop hard-drive that was a slow rpm that i swapped out for a SSD in my laptop and BAM it recognized it. I decided to BestBuy the next day and pick a new power supply for my machine, a hard drive and a ssd. I pulled a SSD that I was trying out in my ThinkServer for my wife's machine and by 1 pm on Saturday and I had both machines back up and running. Note i also grabbed a new surge protector for our machines and this is where my question starts. Are power supplies this sensitive to power outages? If I get a APC backup one for each machine and it powers down my machines is this really making a difference since the computer are still connect to the power grid? My wife doesnt use her machine much and it was already off during the power outages. It seems her power supply took the brunt of the damage. My power supply the Corsair seems to have taken some damage but my machine was running until i swapped them. Since my power supply never went into her machine and her hard drive was dead I can only guess that this is what killed my hard drive. Now that both machines are back running well... Everything SEEMS back to the normal, my fps is normal though I lost data. I understand what a surge protector does but does a battery back up really save your computer or just ensures a safe shut down and a possibility of saving data? Since computers are taking less power now is there a dang good way to fight back against power outages the last thing I want is to loose my 970 or my processor. Im not looking for a go google your question here (else i would of went to reddit), im trying to get some good feedback and maybe the team can do up a good video explain battery backup and surge protection. -Steve
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Uninterruptible Power Supplies have long lived within data centers around the globe, providing protection against power surges, sags, and outages. But recently, companies like APC and CyberPower have worked to bring these simple yet useful devices into the household of the average consumer. With the BR1000G coming in at just over $120, is it something that you should pick up? Lets start with an overview, some basic pros and cons, and then move on to more detailed thoughts. OVERVIEW: Taking a look at the aesthetics, things are actually pretty respectable. The unit is hefty, and feels like it is very high quality. When you first unbox it, you do have to remove the bottom cover to install the battery, which is incredibly easy and shows APC's effort in making this device consumer friendly. The majority of the unit is a dark grey/black textured plastic, with glossy plastic accents on the side logo and the front bezel. there are also vents along the top and side of the unit. overall, the device has a very clean look, one that can be displayed next to a media center without drawing too much attention. On the back side, we have 8 outlets. 4 are surge only, and the other 4 are surge and battery protected. We also see a pair of RG-6 and RJ-11 connectors for surge suppression, and an RJ-45 for data connection to your PC. The circuit breaker is also located on the rear of the unit. PROS: 1,000 VA/600W capacity means you will be able to protect relatively power-hungry equipment and maintain a respectable battery run time. I usually pull about half of it's total capacity, and it gives me an estimated run time of around 15 minutes. LCD screen is super useful, shows all info you'll want to know, including graphics for load and battery charge, along with specifics on voltage in and out, load in watts, event counter, and estimated battery run time. alarm is easily silenced, with a push of the left button. You can also set it to never sound the alarm, and to keep the display on constantly. 6 foot cable. Might be long for some applications, but easier to manage extra than try and extend it. APFC compatibility, so devices that constantly need active power power factor connection won't shut down when switching over to battery power. PowerChute management software. Pretty cool that you can monitor it from your PC, and after setting the UPS up with the software it will retain those settings, even without a PC connection. Sweet! AVR - Automatic Voltage Regulation, ensures that it outputs smooth voltage to all devices connected, and stabilizes voltage when there is a sudden change of load. 3 year manufacturer warranty and a lifetime $150,000 equipment protection policy. Nice touch, APC! Battery is easily replaceable. They are readily available on Amazon (LINK) with Prime shipping for less than $40, and installation will take 5 minutes to install at the longest. Energy Star certified for efficient operation. Can be programmed to self-check battery on a schedule, whether you want it to check weekly or monthly. This even works if not connected to a PC! Awesome! CONS: 8 total outlets, with only 4 of them being battery protected. (the other 4 are surge ONLY!) bit disappointing to have so few outlets on battery protection. Can be worked around though, just use some power strips HEAVY! this thing weighs over 23 pounds! Glossy plastic. looks good, for 5 minutes. The 3 buttons on the top of the unit are always on if the unit is outputting power. Kinda annoying. Gets warm if the battery is charging. PowerChute software is OLD, and can only be installed via a DVD? Really? it's 2016! THOUGHTS: This thing is awesome. Just, really, really sturdy and reliable. I have it covering my entire desk setup (two monitors, one gaming PC, and some speakers) PLUS my server rack and networking equipment (two Dell PowerEdge R210's, a router, two switches, Samsung SmartThings hub) and have yet to have an issue. My system does have a 1000 watt PSU, so i would definitely not be able to fully utilize that power if connected to the UPS, but don't see that being a problem in the near future. Having the ability to program the device and have it save the settings onboard so that they stick even when not connected to a PC is incredible, and expands potential use scenarios. I'm also a big fan of the in-depth LCD screen and the scheduled self-test. (please ignore the cable clutter, just moved into a new house and I'm working on dealing with it all!) WHY APC? APC is a subsidiary of Schneider Electric, who specialize in industrial grade circuit breakers, switch gear, and transformers. They have a pretty extensive history in power management, delivery and protection, so I'd imagine this is child's play to them. (I've also heard rumors of CyberPower UPS systems killing themselves, but can't personally back these rumors up. Worth mentioning though.) NOTES: Just because the UPS is operating under battery power does NOT mean it is safe to unplug it from the wall! It will still use the ground prong under battery load, and you could have some serious issues if you leave your expensive devices un-grounded! CONCLUSION: The APC BR1000G is an affordable UPS system for your desk,TV, or anything else in the house you don't want to be affected by power outages, surges or sags. It is well built, with a good warranty, and will blend in pretty well even in plain sight. Not having to worry about power flashes (especially in Florida!) is awesome, and being able to keep my servers online reliably at a respectable price is awesome. This thing does everything you expect it to do and more, it has a sweet set of features and isn't too hard to look at for what is essentially a contained battery system designed to handle quite a bit of voltage. It really has brought the UPS to average households, and I've got to give APC some serious credit for that. Well done guys! Build Quality: 9/10 Software: 6/10 Feature Set: 10/10 OVERALL: 9/10
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I am building a new computer with a Corsair RM1000 and I am lost on how to protect it. What kind of surge protector should I get to ensure that if the power goes out my computer will be protected? And as far as a battery backup, which one should I get? I was suggested to get this one > http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007ZT2KKM?keywords=smc%201500&qid=1454613792&ref_=sr_1_1&sr=8-1 but as you can see that is really expensive. Any thoughts?
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So I just recently built my first computer and have been toying with the idea of buying a nvida shield, but I live in Florida we can get some crazy storms that can cause the power to go out. Do you think it would be wise to buy a battery backup, something like: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=42-101-419 I am mostly worried that if I was to be gaming with the shield off site I wouldn't be able to shut down the computer when a storm is in the area. How easy is it to fry a computer from a sudden power outage? and I guess to get back to my main point, if you recommend the idea of getting one, which one?