The scheduled visit to Marlow of the Emerson Network Power Containerised Datacentre Infrastructure enabled over a hundred key decision maker guests to experience a striking example of how Business-Critical Continuity can be delivered in both ordinary and extraordinary circumstances.
Power and UPS, Uninterrupted Power Supply, Power solutions, Power management
The main difference between a UPS and a power supply is that a UPS provides backup power, while a power supply simply converts AC power to DC power. Uninterruptible Power Supply is a device that provides backup power to critical electrical loads when the primary power source fails. UPSs typically use batteries to store energy, which can then be used to power loads for a limited amount of time. IT Reseller news and articles relating to Power and UPS, Uninterrupted Power Supply, Power solutions, Power management, Battery/Flywheel backup, DC Power Solutions, Surge Protective Devices, Switchgear, Power Distribution Units (PDUs), Remote Monitoring, Meters, Software, Connectivity, Enclosures & related services.
APC by Schneider Electric Establishes dedicated software business for data centre monitoring, planning and modelling
Aug 19, 2010
APC by Schneider Electric has announced the formation of a new specialised data centre software business to focus and drive a leadership position across all aspects of the data centre environment.
APC announces next-generation rack power distribution platform
Aug 10, 2010
APC by Schneider Electric, the integrated critical power and cooling services provider, has announced its next-generation rack power distribution (PDU) units.
APC by Schneider Electric establishes dedicated software business for data centre monitoring, planning and modeling
Aug 04, 2010
APC by Schneider Electric, the global integrated critical power and cooling services provider, has formed a new specialised data centre software business to cater for all aspects of the data centre environment.
New hybrid cloud offered to UK Channel
Aug 04, 2010
new hybrid cloud platform as a wholesale package for the UK Channel.
New hybrid cloud offered to UK Channel
Jul 29, 2010
UKSolutions (UKS), the privately owned data centre specialist, has unveiled a new hybrid cloud platform as a wholesale package for the UK Channel.
Emerson Network Power Data Centre on Wheels European Tour on the road to Marlow
Jul 08, 2010
the mobile infrastructure offered by Emerson Network Power contains all it takes to deliver Business-Critical Continuity in both ordinary and extraordinary circumstances.
Eurotech to offer Freescales QorIQ multicore processors in COM Express form factors
Jun 14, 2010
Eurotech is working with Freescale Semiconductor to establish a range of offerings that deploy the latest multicore QorIQ processors from Freescale in the COM Express standard.
Emerson Network Power meets UPS Code of Conduct issued by the European Union within the framework of energy consumption reduction plans
Jun 07, 2010
Emerson Network Power, a business of Emerson, reports that it has met the Code of Conduct issued by the European Commission for the production of uninterruptible power supplies (UPS).
Fujitsu launches new high-end server rack
Apr 30, 2010
Fujitsu has introduced the full availability of a new high-end server rack, the Primergy CX1000, which sets a high standard for heat management, scalability and cost reduction in larger data centres.
Power & Uninterruptible Power Supply
An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) is a device that provides backup power to a load when the input power source or mains power fails. A UPS differs from a traditional auxiliary/emergency power system or standby generator in that it will provide near-instantaneous protection from input power interruptions by switching to energy stored in battery packs, supercapacitors or flywheels.
UPSs are typically used to protect hardware such as computers, data centers, telecommunication equipment or other electrical equipment where an unexpected power disruption could cause injuries, fatalities, serious business disruption or data loss.
There are three main types of UPSs:
- Standby UPS: This type of UPS uses a battery to provide backup power when the input power source fails. The battery is not constantly powered, so there is a brief delay when the UPS switches to battery power.
- Line-interactive UPS: This type of UPS uses a battery to provide backup power and to correct minor fluctuations in the input power source. The battery is constantly powered, so there is no delay when the UPS switches to battery power.
- Online UPS: This type of UPS uses a battery to provide backup power and to isolate the load from the input power source. The battery is constantly powered, so there is no interruption in power when the input power source fails.
The type of UPS that is best for you will depend on your specific needs. If you need to protect critical equipment from power disruptions, then an online UPS is the best option. If you are on a budget, then a standby UPS may be sufficient.
Benefits of a UPS:
- Protects your equipment from power disruptions
- Provides enough time to save your work and shut down your computer gracefully
- Prevents data loss
- Protects your equipment from damage caused by power surges and spikes
- Provides a clean and stable power supply
