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.

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RMD targets growth with renewed focus on power protection

1 RMD targets growth with renewed focus on power protection

RMD Ltd. is energetically aiming to double its turnover within three years by capitalising on its profitable power protection specialism.

CPI's new Clik-Nut 'eliminates the installation challenges of traditional cage nuts'

2 CPI's new Clik-Nut 'eliminates the installation challenges of traditional cage nuts'

The new Clik-Nut Hardware Kit for rack mounted equipment in data centres by Chatsworth Products (CPI) addresses the fundamental challenges of installing and removing traditional cage nuts.

Reduce data centre asset liabilities with Harting’s Ha-VIS RFID Locfield antenna

3 Reduce data centre asset liabilities with Harting’s Ha-VIS RFID Locfield antenna

With regular headlines about the latest cybercrime attack stealing important or commercially sensitive data, the physical security of IT equipment is often overlooked.

IndependenceIT to feature its enhanced cloud management platform at the 2016 Microsoft Worldwide Partner Conference

4 IndependenceIT to feature its enhanced cloud management platform at the 2016 Microsoft Worldwide Partner Conference

IndependenceIT has announced that the company will feature its latest generation software at the 2016 Microsoft Worldwide Partner Conference (WPC) which will be held July 10-14 in Toronto, Canada.

Data centre supplier Minkels signs EMEA channel partner agreement with ICTroom

5 Data centre supplier Minkels signs EMEA channel partner agreement with ICTroom

Global data centre infrastructure supplier, Minkels, part of the publicly traded company Legrand (NYSE Euronext Paris: LR), has signed a Solution Partner Agreement for EMEA with channel partner ICTroom – a data centre integrator with offices located throughout Europe.

Eaton launches optimised power solutions for smaller IT applications

6 Eaton launches optimised power solutions for smaller IT applications

Power management company Eaton has launched new 2.2 kW and 3 kW versions of its 9PX series UPSs, which are claimed to be ideally suited for providing high quality power protection for virtual servers, hyperconverged solutions, networking devices and small data storage systems.

Software packaging and virtualisation generation 4.0

7 Software packaging and virtualisation generation 4.0

Raynet, provider of software packaging and products in the area of Application Lifecycle Management, has introduced its new all-in-one solution: The Packaging Suite 4.0.

Arcserve debuts new trends in server virtualisation

8 Arcserve debuts new trends in server virtualisation

Arcserve, LLC, provider of unified data protection for cloud, virtual and physical environments, has announced its newest trends in server virtualisation.

Ingram Micro enhances capabilities in the UK to provide high-value network and data centre solutions with acquisition of Comms-care

9 Ingram Micro enhances capabilities in the UK to provide high-value network and data centre solutions with acquisition of Comms-care

Ingram Micro Inc. has acquired UK-based Comms-care, provider of technical services to the IT channel, immediately enhancing Ingram Micro's high value service capabilities in the country.

Stratus and 24/7 Uptime demonstrate 'always-on' solutions at Data Centre World

10 Stratus and 24/7 Uptime demonstrate 'always-on' solutions at Data Centre World

Stratus Technologies, Inc. the provider of availability solutions, will be joining 24/7 Uptime Ltd., to offer live demonstrations of its virtualised fault-tolerant platform and software solutions at the Data Centre World exhibition, to be held at London's Excel Centre on 12 and 13 April.

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

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