APC UPS 1500VA UPS Battery Backup and Surge Protector, BX1500M Backup Battery Power Supply, AVR, Dataline Protection

Having reliable, always works, power support is a must for expensive electronics. You need power conditioning, to eliminate power fluctuations that can damage equipment and continuous power to allow proper shutdowns of electronics in the case of power outage, and these services must work ALL the time, not just "most" of the time. Bells and whistles are nice, but if they don't do the two NECESSARY functions, the rest doesn't matter. Having said that, this has plenty of bells and whistles including automate-able software, adjustable and mutable audio alarms, 1Gb networking conditioning, cable conditioning, and 10 surge protected outlets, 5 of which are also power protected. We have 3 of these, and two of the size smaller to support high end workstations, the network, our home theater, and a video station. We wound up here by replacing other UPS units that either failed, or that provided unreliable service - not conditioning power all the time, or failing to provide adequate backup time for proper shutdowns. We repeat purchase the ones that work, don't repeat purchase the ones that fail either of those criteria. We like that once the power outage alarm has sounded, you can turn off the alarm noise while you get busy shutting things down. I am back to purchase another one for the newest addition to our electronics family, a new gaming workstation. We trust these UPS's with our livelihood - our workstations.

My old APC, a ES 750 Backups, was bought in 2008, and the battery on it just failed (yes, it lasted TEN years). That unit was a replacement for an APC I bought at a retail store which was at the end of its warranty, but the battery died. I called APC back then, and they sent me the replacement at the end of the warranty life for free. APC had the best customer service in the business, and despite not calling them this time, I have no reason to think it's changed. I ordered a replacement battery for that 2008 ES750 (I got the Keyko here on Amazon- will see how long it lasts), and it's back in business. If I get another 5 years out of it, one APC purchase will have lasted 20 years and still going. APCs are incredibly reliable, they honor their warranties, and they appear to last forever. Nothing I've seen anywhere says different.I purchased this APC 1500VA because I wanted longer backup battery life, and moved my old APC ES750 to protect my Comcast router. Once a year or so, we have a tropical storm or hurricane that cuts our power for an hour, up to days in a rare hurricane. A 1500 should double the up time of a 750. Also, this has a display that shows the condition of the battery, the amount of power being used, and power load. The old ES750 did not.This unit is amazing. I have a full gaming PC, monitor, sound system, printer, 2 lamps plugged in, and the load bar is barely to 1/3. With the PowerChute software installed (first time I've ever installed it), it says I am drawing 99 watts of power right now (I have printer shut off when not in use). The Estimated battery time is 61 minutes if the power source goes down.There was no discount of any kind available, so before buying I compared every backups before paying the higher price for this APC brand. The difference was a couple of dollars more, but for something that could possibly last 20 years, saving a few dollars was not worth the headache of an unreliable unit or unresponsive customer service.Reviews always make a difference to me in a buying decision, I wanted to address some of the reviews that may have turned me off from choosing this model.1. The unit makes excessive noise.- I have it positioned under my table, more than 18" away from my actual PC (PC faces my chair, this is turned sideways to face the wall with the connectors facing the PC at a 90 degree angle). The unit is SILENT. It makes NO noise. NO buzz, NO hum that can be heard over my near silent PC fans. I have no idea about the specifics for servers, or how far it should be away from equipment to prevent feedback loop, but for home use, the unit is silent and works flawlessly.2. The horrible chirping when the battery or AC power dies.I totally relate to this, it's exactly what happened when my old ES 750 went, and it drove me almost bonkers. It is LOUD. If you unplug the unit, the chirping would not stop until you physically removed the battery itself.THIS unit has a mute button, it's the top left button on the unit. I haven't heard the alarm sound on this yet, nor do I want to unplug to test because getting to the plug behind all my computer equipment is a contortionist exercise. But my old APC did not have a mute button, so I assume that's what this is for.There's a feature in the Powerchute program however that allows you to "DISABLE THE BATTERY BACKUP ALARMS AT ALL TIMES" (as well as "Disable the battery backup alarms when the PC is in hibernation"). So you never need hear the alarm if you don't want to, ending the annoyance once and for all.My little APC ES 750 protected my PCs through 3 major hurricanes and 4 serious tropical storms, one of which destroyed my roof. With that one unit, I have never lost a single PC to massive power spikes, something that happens continuously with brownouts as they try to restore power after each major storm to the area. Some neighbors have lost PC's plugged into regular surge protectors. The ability to protect data lines seems to help too, my mom once fried a PC while it was shut down and she was on vacation, the only explanation was a spike through her data lines.The only downside is the weight... to compare it to a brick would be absurd, it is many times the weight of a brick. It's HEAVY. But that's because this is a huge battery and it's all battery weight. Be prepared for the weight, at about 1/6th the size of my loaded tower PC, this weights 4x more.APC are the best, hope this helps!

The APC UPS 1500VA UPS Battery Backup and Surge Protector, BX1500M Backup Battery Power Supply, AVR, Dataline Protection, has truly exceeded my expectations in terms of reliability and performance. As someone who values the safety of electronic devices and the continuity of work, this UPS unit has become an essential addition to my setup.First off, the 1500VA capacity offers a substantial amount of power backup, allowing me to keep my devices running smoothly during power outages. This has been a real lifesaver, especially during critical tasks or when I'm in the middle of important projects.The built-in surge protection is a feature that gives me peace of mind. With the increasing number of power surges and voltage fluctuations, knowing that my devices are shielded from potential damage is invaluable. The Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR) technology further stabilizes the voltage output, ensuring that my devices receive clean and consistent power.What sets this APC UPS apart is the inclusion of dataline protection. This feature guards against unexpected surges that can travel through phone and Ethernet lines, offering comprehensive protection for both power and data connections. This is crucial for preserving the integrity of sensitive equipment and data.Setup was surprisingly easy, and the LCD display provides essential information about power status, battery life, and more. The unit's compact design doesn't take up much space, making it convenient to place in any setup.But what truly seals the deal for me is its seamless transition between power sources. The switch from regular power to battery backup is so smooth that I barely notice it. This uninterrupted power supply has proven its worth time and again, and it has saved me from potential data loss and downtime.In conclusion, the APC UPS 1500VA UPS Battery Backup and Surge Protector, BX1500M Backup Battery Power Supply, AVR, Dataline Protection, is a rock-solid investment for anyone who relies on electronic devices for work or leisure. Its combination of power backup, surge protection, AVR technology, and dataline safeguarding make it an all-in-one solution that's worth every penny. It has become an essential component of my setup, and I highly recommend it to anyone seeking a reliable and comprehensive UPS solution.