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Communication ports and remote management are essential features that most UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) systems offer. Typically, these systems are equipped with built-in USB and/or serial communication ports, allowing for power management and automatic unattended shutdown when connected to a computer. In addition, most UPS systems designed for network applications also have a slot for an optional network management card, which some systems come pre-installed with.
The network management card offers comprehensive management capabilities, which can be accessed via SNMP, Web, SSH or telnet. With an Ethernet port, you can easily access advanced monitoring, control and notification features remotely, without needing to directly connect the UPS to a computer. Furthermore, the card supports connecting one or more optional sensors, enabling remote temperature, humidity and contact closure monitoring.
When it comes to larger UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) systems, built-in cooling fans are a common feature. However, it's worth noting that these fans may produce noise that can be disruptive to your environment during operation. This is especially true for online UPS systems that have high-speed cooling fans, which may not be suitable for quiet home or office settings.
If you're considering an online UPS for a desktop application, it's best to consult Eaton beforehand. We can help you choose the right UPS to meet your power requirements while keeping noise levels at a minimum.
It's important to be aware that data and audio/video lines connected to your electronic equipment can be vulnerable to surges, which can potentially damage or destroy sensitive components. This is why data line surge protection is essential.
To safeguard your equipment against surges on connected phone, Ethernet network, or cable lines, some UPS models feature RJ11 jacks, RJ45 jacks or coaxial connectors. These connectors provide added protection against surges that may enter through these "back doors." By selecting a UPS with these features, you can ensure that your equipment is well-protected against surges and other electrical disturbances.
Opting for a UPS model that is ENERGY STAR certified is an excellent way to save money, energy, and contribute to environmental protection efforts. These models have been third-party certified to meet strict efficiency guidelines established by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
By choosing an ENERGY STAR certified UPS, you can feel confident that you are making an eco-friendly choice that will help to minimize your energy consumption and costs while maximizing your equipment's protection. Plus, you'll be doing your part to reduce your carbon footprint and contribute to a more sustainable future.
If you're looking for a UPS that provides superior protection for your equipment, consider models that feature a built-in isolation transformer. This feature offers immunity from EMI/RFI line noise and ground loops, which can help reduce data errors and audio/video distortion.
By incorporating a UPS with a built-in isolation transformer, you can ensure that your point-of-sale systems, computers, network equipment, audio equipment and home theater systems remain protected from electrical disturbances. This feature is especially useful for applications that require long data cable runs, as it can help to prevent data loss or distortion over longer distances. With a UPS that features a built-in isolation transformer, you can enjoy the peace of mind that comes with knowing that your equipment is well-protected and operating at peak performance.
A UPS that features an LCD control panel offers convenient access to change settings or issue commands without relying on a computer. In addition to issuing commands, the control panel can display useful information such as input voltage or battery capacity.
While some UPS systems with multiple LEDs can also indicate this information, an LCD screen provides more precise information that can be easier to read and interpret. With an LCD screen, you can quickly check the status of your UPS and make any necessary adjustments without having to use a computer. This feature is especially helpful for those who need to make quick decisions during power outages or other emergencies.
Choose a UPS with a lithium-ion internal battery for a more advanced and reliable option. These batteries have been optimized for safety and durability in high-power applications. Compared to lead-acid batteries, they offer a longer lifespan, more charge/discharge cycles, faster recharging times and are lighter in weight. While initially more expensive, they can last up to ten years.
For those who prioritize peace and quiet in their work or living environment, selecting a UPS with a muted battery alarm can be a smart choice. These models remain silent by default, preventing nuisance beeping caused by brief power outages, until the battery is low. This feature is especially helpful for those who work in noise-sensitive environments such as libraries, hospitals or shared office spaces where any unnecessary noise can be disruptive.
By selecting a UPS with a muted battery alarm, you can enjoy the peace of mind that comes with knowing that your equipment is protected without having to endure the constant beeping and disruption of traditional UPS alarms. Whether you need to stay focused on your work, study, or rest, a muted battery alarm can help you always maintain a peaceful environment.
The ability to replace an internal battery is an essential feature to look for when choosing a UPS system. Most UPS models come equipped with a removable battery panel, allowing you to replace the internal battery after it has worn out, rather than replacing the entire UPS unit. Under normal conditions, most UPS batteries last between three to five years.
To make the process of replacing your UPS battery as easy and convenient as possible, Eaton offers a complete line of high-quality replacement batteries for their UPS systems. By selecting a UPS model that has a removable battery panel and investing in a reliable replacement battery, you can enjoy long-lasting protection for your equipment while minimizing maintenance costs and reducing environmental waste.
To find the correct replacement battery visit our battery selector tool.
Online UPS systems offer a convenient economy mode, also known as ECO mode, which allows users to save energy and reduce operational expenses. Under normal circumstances, when the input power quality is high, the UPS runs at maximum efficiency. However, in the event of a power disturbance, the UPS automatically switches to double conversion mode to provide superior protection for your critical equipment. This intelligent functionality ensures that your devices are always safeguarded, while minimizing energy consumption and costs.
Did you know that every AC adapter and glowing LED could be wasting electricity, even when you think your device is turned off? These so-called "phantom loads" can add up to a significant amount of energy waste over time. That's where Eco UPS systems come in.
By enabling the energy-saving function, the UPS can detect when a designated "master" device, like a computer or television, is turned off or in standby mode. The UPS then automatically shuts off power to the energy-saving outlets, preventing any peripheral devices from consuming electricity needlessly. Meanwhile, other outlets remain active to power devices that require continuous operation, like wireless routers and DVRs. When the master device turns on again, the UPS quickly restores power to the energy-saving outlets, allowing the system to resume normal use. With this intelligent feature, Eco UPS systems can help you save energy and reduce your carbon footprint without sacrificing convenience.
Never plug a laser printer into a UPS. The resulting low-voltage conditions can cause the unit to transfer to battery repeatedly, prematurely exhausting its battery. However, you can plug in laser printers to a UPS if it has surge-only output receptacles.
If you're looking for a UPS that's suitable for both home and office use, some models come equipped with two distinct groups of outlets. The first group comprises standard UPS outlets, which offer reliable battery backup and surge/noise protection for your most critical devices - such as computers - to ensure they remain powered during power outages.
The second group of outlets is designed for nonessential devices like printers. These outlets provide surge protection only, without battery backup, to safeguard these peripherals from harmful electrical surges. By allocating surge-only outlets for noncritical devices, the UPS can preserve its load capacity and battery backup runtime for the essential devices connected to the standard UPS outlets. This two-tiered approach helps you prioritize power protection for your most important equipment, while also safeguarding other devices against potential damage.
In today's world, our mobile devices are more important than ever. That's why some UPS models are equipped with USB charging ports that offer a quick and convenient way to charge a variety of devices. From smartphones and tablets to portable media players, GPS devices, fitness trackers, power banks, digital cameras, and even handheld games, these UPS systems have got you covered. With USB charging ports, you can keep all your essential gadgets fully charged and ready to go, no matter what the situation.
Never plug a surge protector into a UPS. This is a fire hazard and is typically prohibited by local fire codes.
In the event of a fault or overload, downtime can be a real headache for businesses and individuals alike. That's where the internal bypass feature of online UPS systems comes into play. With this intelligent functionality, the UPS is able to automatically pass through utility power to keep your equipment running, even when something goes wrong. By swiftly and seamlessly transitioning to bypass mode, online UPS systems can help you avoid costly downtime and keep your critical devices up and running. Whether you're dealing with a power surge or other electrical issue, you can count on an online UPS system to keep you connected and productive.
When a power outage lasts long enough to completely drain a UPS's batteries, getting everything back up and running can be a real hassle - especially if the batteries need to be replaced. Fortunately, some UPS systems feature a battery-independent restart function that automatically starts up the UPS without any user interaction. This means that even if your batteries are completely drained or need to be replaced, your UPS will spring back into action as soon as power is restored. By minimizing downtime for critical applications and reducing the need for emergency site visits, this intelligent feature helps you stay connected and productive, no matter what challenges come your way.
When it comes to data centers, safety is paramount. That's why many UPS systems designed for data center applications come equipped with features like provisions for connecting to an emergency power off (EPO) circuit. With this capability, you can rest assured that in the event of an emergency - such as a fire - activating the EPO switch will immediately de-energize all the equipment connected to the EPO circuit. This rapid response can help prevent further damage or danger, keeping your facility and your data safe. By incorporating EPO provisions into your UPS system, you're taking an important step towards ensuring the security and reliability of your data center operations.
When it comes to network applications, uptime is critical. That's why many UPS systems designed for this purpose offer the ability to connect to hot-swappable external battery packs. By adding these battery packs to your system, you can expand your UPS's runtime to meet the needs of even the most demanding extended-run applications. With this intelligent feature, you can ensure that your network stays up and running, even during prolonged power outages. Whether you're looking to safeguard your critical data or simply minimize downtime, a UPS system with hot-swappable external battery packs is a smart choice for any network application.
Efficient use of your facility's power infrastructure and available space is crucial for any network or server setup. That's why some UPS systems are designed with a high power factor - a smart feature that allows you to connect more equipment to each UPS system and circuit. With a higher power factor, you can get more out of your existing infrastructure, without having to increase your circuit requirements. For example, a 10,000 VA UPS with a 0.8 power factor will support an 8,000-watt load, but a 10,000 VA UPS with a 0.9 power factor can support a 9,000-watt load - an increase of 1,000 watts without any additional circuit requirements. This means you can power more equipment with the same UPS, making your system more efficient and cost-effective. By choosing a UPS system with a high power factor, you're investing in a smarter, more efficient power solution for your network or server infrastructure.
UPS systems are essential for maintaining system availability, but choosing the wrong UPS system can result in unexpected downtime. Traditional UPS systems often require powering down and disconnecting equipment during repairs, leading to a lengthy process that involves a technician installing a new system and reconnecting, powering up, and testing equipment.
Eaton's hot-swappable UPS systems are designed with user-installable, hot-swappable power modules and a detachable PDU that has a manual bypass switch. With this feature, you can activate the bypass switch to remove and replace the power module while the detachable PDU continues to power your critical systems. By eliminating up to 60 minutes of downtime during a single repair, this feature significantly improves productivity and reduces the need for costly emergency site visits.
Eaton's on-line UPS systems are specifically designed to support high inrush currents during startup and handle fluctuating power demands without shutting down production lines, making them ideal for factory manufacturing environments with heavy inductive motor loads. These UPS systems can handle large overloads for brief periods and transfer to bypass dynamically to sustain operation during higher and longer overloads for extended periods. This feature ensures uninterrupted operation and reduces the risk of downtime caused by power fluctuations.
Online UPS systems use a double conversion process to isolate connected equipment from a range of power problems on the AC line, including harmonic distortion, electrical impulses, and frequency variations that can be challenging to address with other UPS types. They also offer top-notch protection against blackouts, brownouts, overvoltages, surges, and line noise. This feature ensures that your critical equipment is safeguarded from potential downtime caused by power disruptions, making on-line UPS systems the ideal choice for businesses that need reliable power protection.
UPS systems designed for network applications offer load banks, which provide the ability to switch groups of outlets off or on independently of other UPS outlets. Load banks enable remote rebooting of selected equipment without the need for power cycling the entire UPS. Additionally, these systems provide automated load shedding that prioritizes the runtime of critical equipment during prolonged outages.
Single-phase AC utility power is commonly used in homes and offices, while 3-phase power circuits are designed for higher capacity needs. For UPS systems with a capacity smaller than 10,000 VA (10 kVA), single-phase input power is needed. For larger UPS systems exceeding 20 kVA, 3-phase input power is necessary. For applications with power needs in-between, both single-phase and 3-phase input power are viable options. It's important to note that sizing a large UPS can be a complex task. We recommend seeking assistance from us for applications requiring 5,000 VA or more.
VFI operation is a term used to describe the double-conversion process of an on-line UPS system. It provides advanced protection to connected equipment by converting incoming AC power to DC power and then back to ideal AC output. This process helps to isolate connected equipment from voltage and frequency issues in the AC supply circuit. With VFI operation, on-line UPS systems offer superior protection against a wide range of power problems that can affect the performance and lifespan of sensitive equipment.
Online UPS systems provide instant power delivery to your equipment during an outage as part of their double conversion process, which involves converting DC to AC power. In contrast, the transfer time for line-interactive UPS systems designed for network applications is typically two to four milliseconds, which may cause sensitive equipment to malfunction or shut down.
