APC BE550G Back-UPS ES 8 Outlet 550VA 120V
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Manufacturer: APCAudio: English (Original Language)
Format: CD
Platform: Windows
Model: BE550G
Color: 4x NEMA 5-15R (Battery Backup)
Product features:
- Four battery backup/surge protected outlets keep critical devices running during outages and fluctuations; four surge only outlets protect non-critical devices.
- Auto Shutdown Software allows management of the Back-UPS from your computer via USB interface, saves files and shuts down system when battery is low.
- Data Line Surge Protection guards against surges and spikes traveling over an analog phone line; Building Wiring Fault Indicator detects problems in building wiring.
- Ultra Efficient Electrical Design, RoHS compliance and use of all recyclable packaging materials minimize impact on the environment and maximize efficiency.
- Three Yr Warranty, $75,000 Equipment Protection Policy, free technical phone and online support, Data Recovery Services
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Customer Review: Unusual problem was caused--SOLVED
Summary: 5 Stars
I recently purchased this unit for my computer. Installation was fine, and the battery was not difficult to plug in if you just pull it out partially to connect the wire. However, once I booted up my computer and plugged in the rj45 to usb monitoring cable that came with it, i was checking the settings when Windows installed it itself (I have Windows 7 64-Bit), i proceeded to install the software that came with it. Once i finished the install and tried to register my product online, my network adapter was no longer working. It wouldnt connect to the router. I tried to reboot, uninstall the Powerchute UPS monitoring software. and even unplug and uninstall the UPS itself and my computer is still messed up. I have XP installed also on the same computer, and when i booted up in XP, it was also unable to connect to the network, even when i manually inputted an IP address for my network. I then suspected the router to which I reset, and setup again with a seperate computer because my desktop no longer connects. My Network adapter is currently fried in my opinion. I've contacted APC, but as it is the weekend, no response yet, we shall see what they say. My advise is get it, but forget the monitoring software until they figure it out.
***Updated 6/4/2010***
The issue I thought was, but didn't understand how, caused by this UPS was solved. It works great, and I love it. Had the power of half my town go out last week and it kicked in like a charm sounding the battery alarm and giving me time to shut my computer down properly. The monitoring software is now available for Windows 7, and works great. My issue was caused by a BIOS update I had performed a couple of weeks previous to this purchase and it wasn't until I shut the computer down completely to install the UPS that I discovered the issue the update had caused. I also found out that my university has several of these in use for the many computer labs on campus. I didn't know this until I got one and noticed them in class one day. I would recommend this to anyone and would purchase it again!
By the way, all throughout the issue I thought I had with the unit, APC tech support was very involved trying to help me. They even filed a claim and sent a replacement unit out so I could send the original, which I thought was defective, back even though in the end there was nothing wrong with it. I was able to figure out what the issue was and tried to cancel the claim before they shipped the replacement unit but I didn't catch them in time and the replacement showed up at my door a week or so later. When I contacted them again they cancelled the claim and paid for shipping both to receive and return the replacement unit. Very good customer service.
Description of APC BE550G Back-UPS ES 8 Outlet 550VA 120V
APC BACK-UPS ES BE550G 8-Outlet 550VA 330W UPS SystemThe Back-UPS ES offers serious value for protecting your home and home office computer systems. Completely redesigned to use less power during normal operation, the Back-UPS ES provides enough backup power for you to work through short- and medium-length power outages. It also safeguards your equipment from damaging surges and spikes that travel along your utility and data lines. Includes APC's award-winning PowerChute software, which automatically saves open files and gracefully shuts down your computer during extended outages. Additional features like an audible alarm, LED status indicator, user replaceable battery, push-button circuit breaker and transformer-block spaced outlets make the Back-UPS ES the perfect unit to protect your productivity from the constant threat of power outages and lost data.
BE550G Features
Protect Your Equipment
The APC BE550G boasts eight surge-protected power outlets total, with four offering battery backup. Backup runs for three minutes at full load (330W) and 13 minutes at half (165W), giving you plenty of time to close files and protect data during power outages.
Battery Failure Notification
Get early-warning fault analysis on batteries, so you can take action before it's too late.
Resettable Circuit Breaker
Easily recover from overloads without the need to replace a fuse.
Cold-Start Capable
Provides temporary battery power when the utility power is out.
Disconnected Battery Notification
Get a warning when a battery is not available to provide backup power.
Dataline Surge Protection
Protect your connected equipment from power surges that may occur over data lines.
Automatic Self-Test
The BE550G's periodic battery self-test ensures early detection of a battery that needs replacing--no need for you to check manually.
User-Replaceable Batteries
Perform upgrades and replace batteries yourself. Hot-swappable batteries ensure clean, uninterrupted power to protected equipment while you replace them. No tools necessary.
USB Connectivity
Connect to your PC / Mac to manage your UPS using the native shutdown support or APC's PowerChute software
Transformer-Block Spaced Outlets
Convenient spacing allows you to protect equipment with input transformer blocks (aka "wall warts") without blocking access to other receptacles.
Intelligent Battery Management
Maximize battery performance, life, and reliability thanks to intelligent, precision charging.
Safety-Agency Approved
Tested and approved to work safely with the connected service provider equipment and within the specified environment.
Lifetime Data Recovery Warranty
Get a little peace of mind with a warranty that includes professional data recovery services in the event data is lost due to the failure of the unit.
LED Status Indicators
Quickly understand unit and power status with visual indicators.
What's in the Box
APC BE550G, Software CD, USB cable, User Manual
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