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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.
American Power Conversion Launches BLADE READY Program to Facilitate Shift to Blade Servers
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Emerson's latest appointment
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EMERSON NETWORK POWER ANNOUNCES THE APPOINTMENT OF LUCA NESTOLA TO GUIDE EMEA CHANNEL MARKETING FOR MICRO AND SMALL UPS
MGE UPS SYSTEMS fully renews its on-line double conversion UPS ranges for network equipment with Pulsar, Pulsar M and Pulsar MX from 700 VA to 20 kVA
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An array of innovations and new functional features offering more availability and flexibility with an optimized Total Cost of Ownership
EMERSON NETWORK POWER INTRODUCES LIEBERT GXT2 UPS WITH 10KvA RATING, TOWER AND RACK IN PARALLEL UP TO 30 kva
Mar 27, 2006
Emerson Network Power has extended the Liebert GXT2 range with the new 10 kVA Adaptive Power version, in a Rack variant specifically conceived for third-generation data centres.
Master Plus Removes Power Problems For IT Managers
Mar 23, 2006
The new Master Plus from Riello UPS are multi-mode uninterruptible power supplies specifically designed for data centres and telecoms installations implementing best practice business continuity and disaster recovery plans
1st Standby Power Fuel Cell Installed in UK
Mar 21, 2006
UPS Systems plc has become the first UK installation to install an APC fuel cell system and is believed to be the first company in the country to run its mainstream business-critical IT applications on a fuel-cell based standby power system
Vitelec achieves full RoHS compliance
Feb 28, 2006
Vitelec Electronics has achieved full compliance with the EU's RoHS Directive/2002/95/EC.
MGE UPS SYSTEMS LAUNCHES THE FIRST OPENSOURCE PLUG AND PLAY UPS ADMINISTRATION SOLUTION
Feb 28, 2006
MGE UPS SYSTEMS, a world leader in high availability power solutions, has announced the launch of "Personal Solution Pac 3.0 for Linux", the first complete power management software solution for Linux.
American Power Conversion Expands Education Effort with Launch of Data Center University
Feb 14, 2006
APC have recently launched Data Center University, an online educational institution for IT professionals involved in building or operating server rooms and data centres.
POWERVAR is added to Radiant Systems product line-up
Jan 25, 2006
POWERVAR Ltd. recently announced it has concluded an agreement with Radiant Systems, Inc. of Alpharetta, GA to provide Radiant's reseller network with POWERVAR's family of power conditioning and uninterruptible power management products.
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
