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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Emerson Network Power at Channel Expo 2010

1 Emerson Network Power at Channel Expo 2010

Emerson Network Power a business of Emerson, the company that enables Business-Critical Continuity will have a distinctive presence at Channel Expo 2010, Stand 330, 12-13 May, at the National Hall, Olympia, London.

UPS Systems to supply low-cost hydrogen fuel cell generator package

2 UPS Systems to supply low-cost hydrogen fuel cell generator package

UPS Systems plc has signed a partnership agreement with BOC to distribute, their new low cost Hymera 150w hydrogen fuel cell generator in the UK.

Emerson Network Power Get More! Tour Visits the UK

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The Get More! Tour, arranged by Emerson Network Power, will visit three major IT centres in the UK during late April, early May 2010.

UPS Systems Tom Sperrey wins ARC yacht race with fuel cell power on board

4 UPS Systems Tom Sperrey wins ARC yacht race with fuel cell power on board

Tom and crew crossed the finishing line on 8th December having sailed his boat Nightlife from Gran Canaria to St. Lucia.

Riello UPS awarded Investors in People status

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Investors in People is a nationally recognised quality standard for improving an organisation's performance through the development of its people.

Riello UPS expands ECO energy rating system with new web-based calculator for data centre managers

6 Riello UPS expands ECO energy rating system with new web-based calculator for data centre managers

The new calculator will compare the green credentials of Riello uninterruptible power supplies to competitor systems and the European Code of Conduct for UPS Energy Efficiency

New quality standards in power supply

7 New quality standards in power supply

Emerson Network Power provides new quality standards in power supply with Liebert AF filter.

UPS from AEG Power Solutions - fast delivery and full support

8 UPS from AEG Power Solutions - fast delivery and full support

AEG Power Solutions offers fast delivery of high reliability, cost effective UPS solutions for Electrical Contractors and Installers.

APC and CA team to fully optimise and modernise data centre

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APC by Schneider Electric and CA, Inc. have announced a partnership that will provide enterprise customers with a fully integrated solution set for assessing and fully optimising their data centre energy consumption

Allied Telesis reduces wattage and goes green

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Allied Telesis goes green with its new ecologically engineered range of products which have been designed to operate with the lowest possible power consumption

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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