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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.
Hoppecke wins major South West Trains and Moorgate power management contracts
Apr 05, 2017
Siemens has selected Hoppecke Industrial Batteries for a project specific service level agreement for battery systems on the new rolling stock operated by South West Trains, which operates the South Western franchise for passenger service.
New white paper helps IT and facility managers identify the best approach to UPS maintenance
Jan 26, 2017
Power management company Eaton has published a new white paper to help organisations set up an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) maintenance strategy best suited to their circumstances.
Harting features asset management and connectivity solutions for data centres
Jan 26, 2017
Harting is showcasing its ranges of asset management and connectivity solutions for data centres on Stand N73 at Data Centre World, ExCel, London, 15-16 March.
Italtel's transportable data centres used by NATO for 'Summer Tempest – Eagle Meteor 2016'
Dec 14, 2016
Italtel has announced its transportable data centres at the NATO Rapid Deployable Corps Italy (NRDC – ITA) have been used for the first time during the 'Summer Tempest - Eagle Meteor 2016" training exercise.
Nutanix enterprise cloud platform transforms the data centre for WD-40 in EMEIA
Nov 24, 2016
Nutanix, Inc., the next-generation enterprise cloud platform company, is transforming the data centre of lubrication and cleaning product manufacturer WD-40, at its EMEIA Headquarters in Milton Keynes.
Minkels announces expansion of micro data centre portfolio
Nov 09, 2016
Minkels, part of the publicly traded company Legrand, recently introduced its first micro data centre, the MatrixCube.
Eaton Connected delivers a ready-to-go, integrated back-up and power distribution solution
Nov 09, 2016
Eaton's new Connected Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) and power distribution solution is claimed to be the ideal answer for data centres, hospitals, airports and mission-critical applications that require UPS back-up to guarantee reliable and continuous electrical power.
Avnet signs Dell partnership in the Czech Republic to drive data centre growth opportunities
Oct 26, 2016
Avnet, Inc., the global technology distributor, has announced its distribution agreement with Dell in the Czech Republic, strengthening Avnet's capabilities in its Data centre Specialist Business Unit (SBU) in the country.
Eaton showcases intelligent infrastructure solutions to make data centers safer, more resilient and more economical at DataCenterDynamics Europe 2016
Oct 26, 2016
Eaton will be promoting the benefits of its intelligent infrastructure solutions at this year's DataCenterDynamics ZettaStructure exhibition and conference in London. These make data centers safer, more resilient to power and environmental events, and more economical to run.
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
