UPS Connectors

[MrKickkiller]

Hi,

 

I'm in the market for a UPS.

 

I know the linked UPS is a big one, but I wanna make sure that the 3 computers (workstation desktops with 1x Xeon E3 1245v3 and 2 lower power Intel Cpu's) and the monitors and networking equipment, it will supply keep working,even when the power goes out for more than 30 mins.

 

So my question is:

- The connectors on the back look like PSU inputs to my eyes. Do they break out into normal European plugs/sockets somehow?

- How do I connect a computer direclty to this? Special cables? And if so, do those cables come in lengths > 5 meter?

 

Link : http://www.apc.com/products/resource/include/techspec_index.cfm?base_sku=SMT3000I&total_watts=50

[W-L]

Hi,

 

I'm in the market for a UPS.

 

I know the linked UPS is a big one, but I wanna make sure that the 3 computers (workstation desktops with 1x Xeon E3 1245v3 and 2 lower power Intel Cpu's) and the monitors and networking equipment, it will supply keep working,even when the power goes out for more than 30 mins.

 

So my question is:

- The connectors on the back look like PSU inputs to my eyes. Do they break out into normal European plugs/sockets somehow?

- How do I connect a computer direclty to this? Special cables? And if so, do those cables come in lengths > 5 meter?

 

Link : http://www.apc.com/products/resource/include/techspec_index.cfm?base_sku=SMT3000I&total_watts=50

 

That is a server application UPS and a lot of wattage for even the Xeon and another two systems, not to mention very expensive from what I'ms assuming.

 

They do make UPS that are designed for direct connection and a bit more suited for what you should be running at:

http://www.apc.com/products/resource/include/techspec_index.cfm?base_sku=BR1500G-RS&total_watts=200

[MrKickkiller]

That is a server application UPS and a lot of wattage for even the Xeon and another two systems, not to mention very expensive from what I'ms assuming.

 

They do make UPS that are designed for direct connection and a bit more suited for what you should be running at:

http://www.apc.com/products/resource/include/techspec_index.cfm?base_sku=BR1500G-RS&total_watts=200

 

Well, i'm looking at one in the € 1000 euro price range

The goal is to maintain power for at least 30 minutes for the 3 computers and 3 monitors and networking gear (and video-surveillance).

 

I could have gone with 3(/4) seperate UPS'es for each device, but would like to have simply one central UPS and run wires to the clients.

Atm, I have full freedom in terms of running wires.

[W-L]

Well, i'm looking at one in the € 1000 euro price range

The goal is to maintain power for at least 30 minutes for the 3 computers and 3 monitors and networking gear (and video-surveillance).

 

I could have gone with 3(/4) seperate UPS'es for each device, but would like to have simply one central UPS and run wires to the clients.

Atm, I have full freedom in terms of running wires.

 

Well that would depend on what load the equipment will be drawing at the time but there are options that allow you extend that battery, or even using some DIY methods I've seen with people use large Lead acid batteries to extend the usage time. Recharging can be an issue though if the UPS isn't powerful enough to juice the batteries back up.

[MrKickkiller]

Well that would depend on what load the equipment will be drawing at the time but there are options that allow you extend that battery, or even using some DIY methods I've seen with people use large Lead acid batteries to extend the usage time. Recharging can be an issue though if the UPS isn't powerful enough to juice the batteries back up.

 

Well i'm estimating the draw to be around 600 W

That is for:

- 1 Server (Xeon E3-1245V3 iirc, 8gb of Ram, 1 SSD and 1 HDD)

- 2 Clients (Various specs, No gpu, no hard calculations)

- 3 Monitors (2x 1080p, 1 x 1600*900)

- Networking equipment (1 modem, 1 router, 2 switches)

- Network label printer

(-video surveillance)

 

Don't want to go with the "Massive Array of Lead-Acid batteries" because of space reasons (And don't forget safety.)

[W-L]

Well i'm estimating the draw to be around 600 W

That is for:

- 1 Server (Xeon E3-1245V3 iirc, 8gb of Ram, 1 SSD and 1 HDD)

- 2 Clients (Various specs, No gpu, no hard calculations)

- 3 Monitors (2x 1080p, 1 x 1600*900)

- Networking equipment (1 modem, 1 router, 2 switches)

- Network label printer

(-video surveillance)

 

Don't want to go with the "Massive Array of Lead-Acid batteries" because of space reasons (And don't forget safety.)

 

From the looks of things as long as your budget allows for it that UPS you chose there seems to fit the build nicely. For the power connectors you'll need to source some "IEC-320-C14 to IEC-320-C13" cables to connect to your server and client machines.

 

Cables to Machines:

http://www.apc.com/products/resource/include/techspec_index.cfm?base_sku=AP9870

 

Wall Plugs:

http://www.apc.com/products/resource/include/techspec_index.cfm?base_sku=AP9880

[MrKickkiller]

From the looks of things as long as your budget allows for it that UPS you chose there seems to fit the build nicely. For the power connectors you'll need to source some "IEC-320-C14 to IEC-320-C13" cables to connect to your server and client machines.

 

Cables to Machines:

http://www.apc.com/products/resource/include/techspec_index.cfm?base_sku=AP9870

 

Wall Plugs:

http://www.apc.com/products/resource/include/techspec_index.cfm?base_sku=AP9880

 

Thx, any idea on what wattage I can pull from one of the connections in the back? Otherwise I would simply buy 1/2 Output to Normal wall plug cables and then split from that point.

 

Edit: Seems that the cables you recommended can carry 10A.

[W-L]

Thx, any idea on what wattage I can pull from one of the connections in the back? Otherwise I would simply buy 1/2 Output to Normal wall plug cables and then split from that point.

 

It does say the wattage but it does say it can sustain a max of 10A which should be no problem from the looks of things. If it's really high power draw I'd get something that use 14AWG wire which is capable of more current.

[MrKickkiller]

It does say the wattage but it does say it can sustain a max of 10A which should be no problem from the looks of things. If it's really high power draw I'd get something that use 14AWG wire which is capable of more current.

 

Thx!

You've been a great help.