need UPS which brand??

hskpunjabi · 01-07-2009, 06:35 AM

hi friends .,i need ups for my system(P4 + 17'' monitor)which one is better iball or some other ....price counts... budget is b/w 1.5-2k

can it work with my home inverter??

((it gives backup to system but restarts when monitor is switched on/laptops work fine....n' no instant back up as light goes off pc restarts ))

desiibond · 01-07-2009, 07:11 AM

APC. nothing else!!!

hskpunjabi · 01-07-2009, 07:18 AM

thanks bro!
how is Apc better? price range??

desiibond · 01-07-2009, 09:20 AM

1) Reliable
2) Great support infrastructure
3) price for a 650VA should be around 3.2k

Don't go for those iballs and mercurys for UPS. they suck and very soon you will see issues (battery of power switching)

**asingh** · 01-07-2009, 10:00 AM

APC..is great...was using a 650VA before, just got a 1100VA. Excellent.

650VA even has monitoring software via USB connection.

Ecstasy · 01-07-2009, 11:43 AM

I used to use APC until now, the only problem with it is that its costly. I bought my new computer and now I'm using I-ball. It works great and its cheap as well compared to APC.

ashu888ashu888 · 01-07-2009, 12:57 PM

APC all the way,

i hv 2 UPS from APC (APC BACK UPS ES500 and APC SMART UPS SUA 1500i) , go with APC for complete peace of mind dude.. its worth tat extra bucks..

desiibond · 01-07-2009, 01:41 PM

true. I fell for the same cheap crap called Mercury and after few weeks it started malfunctioning. now using APC 500VA and have peace of mind.

vsrini40 · 04-07-2009, 05:34 PM

!0 days back, I purchased a Moserbaer UPS A600. Working nicely, with
frequent powercuts here in Chennai.

damngoodman999 · 04-07-2009, 05:38 PM

Quote:

Moserbaer UPS A600

how much ???

saqib_khan · 04-07-2009, 05:50 PM

Anybody used Powersafe UPS? Hows it

emmarbee · 04-07-2009, 10:08 PM

I've been recommending Microtek Double Battery to all my friends. And i like that very much. It has got long time backup.
Tested:
D930 processor + 945GNTL + samsung 173N (17" flat) + fifa game running on demo --> lasted for more than 30 mins on that battery.

I'm using the 800va i guess - u might opt for a lower one if ur pc is budget one with lower end video cards.

Of course, I've got some problems with it.
1) A brand new microtek UPS didn't give backup; It restarts the PC when there is a sudden power change. But if it is switched off, it'll work. I got it replaced.

2) The replaced one (after about an year) is giving the same problem again. Its not able to withstand the power requirements of my PC. I 'll replace it soon . . .

jeetu · 05-07-2009, 11:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by emmarbee

I've been recommending Microtek Double Battery to all my friends. And i like that very much. It has got long time backup.
Tested:
D930 processor + 945GNTL + samsung 173N (17" flat) + fifa game running on demo --> lasted for more than 30 mins on that battery.

I'm using the 800va i guess - u might opt for a lower one if ur pc is budget one with lower end video cards.

Of course, I've got some problems with it.
1) A brand new microtek UPS didn't give backup; It restarts the PC when there is a sudden power change. But if it is switched off, it'll work. I got it replaced.

2) The replaced one (after about an year) is giving the same problem again. Its not able to withstand the power requirements of my PC. I 'll replace it soon . . .

I bought same microtek double battery 800 VA UPS 18 months back. Its running good. I have decently loaded PC with 2 HDD , and 9600 GT and and couple od 120 mm fans.

damngoodman999 · 05-07-2009, 11:57 AM

I used Microtek 800VA double power its good , but when u update the PSU with Active PFC then the uPS is waste !!

Try to Get APC which is really good !!

jeetu · 05-07-2009, 12:08 PM

[QUOTE=damngoodman999;1138150]I used Microtek 800VA double power its good , but when u update the PSU with Active PFC then the uPS is waste !!QUOTE]

Could you elaborate on that because recently i bought Cooler master Real Power Pro 660 W . It has active PFC.

ashu888ashu888 · 05-07-2009, 01:10 PM

^^

an ACTIVE PFC PSU needs (and its is a must) a PURE SINE WAVE UPS..

APC's SMART UPS range of UPSes are pure sine wave UPS and ideal for ACTIVE PFC PSUes..

but... PURE SINE WAVE UPSes are way too costly than normal (Stepped/modified) sine wave UPSes and it is NOT recommended to use a stepped/modified sine wave ups for a ACTIVE PFC PSU as in future it will cause:

mobo unstability, "hiss..ss..ing" noises from the PSU (as if the psu is not able to draw full power), system unstability issues..
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Cheers n e-peace....

damngoodman999 · 05-07-2009, 01:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jeetu

Could you elaborate on that because recently i bought Cooler master Real Power Pro 660 W . It has active PFC.

U can use Square wave UPS also but u need sufficient watts to draw power from the UPS also better backup , Iam using APC1100va which is not Sine wave but the buzz sound comes but nothing problem , all u need is enough power

ashu888ashu888 · 06-07-2009, 12:03 AM

^^

yup agreed..

the hissing noise or any other problem are jus some of the problems faced by users adn its not fixed on all PCs.. hope u got the point..

damngoodman999 · 06-07-2009, 12:45 AM

Corsair support had told me its a Coil buzz , no need to worry about anything !!

ashu888ashu888 · 06-07-2009, 01:01 AM

^^

ooh isee..

offtopic: see my rigs (yup, u read it right) in the SHOWOFF thread..

ksundar · 06-07-2009, 11:53 AM

APC.....if ur budget doesn't fit .......................

Go for "NUMERIC".....reliable ups.

jeetu · 06-07-2009, 12:00 PM

Whats the price to 800 VA APC Sine wave UPS ?. So far i have heard no hissing noise but still its better to be careful then sorry.

ashu888ashu888 · 06-07-2009, 01:16 PM

^^

i think it will cost u near about 7.5-8K

**asingh** · 06-07-2009, 02:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by damngoodman999

Corsair support had told me its a Coil buzz , no need to worry about anything !!

i get the same... worried now..for like 4-5 seconds..when I power it on...!

damngoodman999 · 06-07-2009, 02:53 PM

^^ Its nothing !! corsair dint not recommend to use sine wave with their PSu , though the PSU can convert voltage fluctuations to normal

Corsair warranty is really amazing that they give warranty if any damages caused by UPS - they said that no chance of damages due to square wave !!

**asingh** · 06-07-2009, 03:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by damngoodman999

^^ Its nothing !! corsair dint not recommend to use sine wave with their PSu , though the PSU can convert voltage fluctuations to normal

Corsair warranty is really amazing that they give warranty if any damages caused by UPS - they said that no chance of damages due to square wave !!

Great thanks...love Corsair..!

Though -- not doubting you...where exactly did we hear/read that Corsair PSU need pure sine wave..is there any documentation..links..?

ashu888ashu888 · 06-07-2009, 10:35 PM

^^

wait, i remember reading such a doc online, but alas i dnt hv the link.. but yes wil surely post the source in a day or 2, promise..

(maybe i'll take an extract from corsair forums and post the link too)

ashu888ashu888 · 06-07-2009, 10:42 PM

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see this --> Buzzing noise from PSU (Corsair forums) --_> http://forum.corsair.com/v3/showthread.php?t=75330

also, read the Q.#4) about Active PFC, all Corsair HX PSUes are Active PFCs ---> http://forum.corsair.com/v3/showthread.php?t=52589

and here are the reviews of various Corsair PSUs (Sorry, jus posting links)

hope u guys will be able to find ur PSU model here --> http://forum.corsair.com/v3/showthread.php?t=52612

-------------

Cheers n e-peace...

**asingh** · 08-07-2009, 10:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ashu888ashu888

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see this --> Buzzing noise from PSU (Corsair forums) --_> http://forum.corsair.com/v3/showthread.php?t=75330

also, read the Q.#4) about Active PFC, all Corsair HX PSUes are Active PFCs ---> http://forum.corsair.com/v3/showthread.php?t=52589

and here are the reviews of various Corsair PSUs (Sorry, jus posting links)

hope u guys will be able to find ur PSU model here --> http://forum.corsair.com/v3/showthread.php?t=52612

-------------

Cheers n e-peace...

Hey thanks a lot for this. First thread is interesting. Will try those changes, and post back here. The 2nd two are good and informative.

Skud · 08-07-2009, 12:16 PM

i have a apc 500va ups but it's backup is very poor just 1-2 minutes. my machine config is c2d e7400, hd4850 512mb, ddr2 800, seagate 500gb and 2 250gb external drives along with cm 600watt psu.

what's the problem?

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01-07-2009, 12:57 PM	#7 (permalink)
ashu888ashu888 Core i7 (nehalem) Owner Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Mumbai Posts: 3,375	Re: need UPS which brand?? APC all the way, i hv 2 UPS from APC (APC BACK UPS ES500 and APC SMART UPS SUA 1500i) , go with APC for complete peace of mind dude.. its worth tat extra bucks.. __________________ Core i7-920 MSi X58 Pro-E Corsair 3x1GB Tagan BZ1100 GTX280 SSC+MSi N580GTX TWIN FROZR II/OC WD 1TB 22" Samsung 2233SW APC SUA1500i UPS Core i7:thinkdigit.com/forum/showthread.php?t=110397

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desiibond Bond, Desi Bond! Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Bangalore Posts: 9,822	Re: need UPS which brand?? true. I fell for the same cheap crap called Mercury and after few weeks it started malfunctioning. now using APC 500VA and have peace of mind.

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emmarbee In The Zone Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 214	Re: need UPS which brand?? I've been recommending Microtek Double Battery to all my friends. And i like that very much. It has got long time backup. Tested: D930 processor + 945GNTL + samsung 173N (17" flat) + fifa game running on demo --> lasted for more than 30 mins on that battery. I'm using the 800va i guess - u might opt for a lower one if ur pc is budget one with lower end video cards. Of course, I've got some problems with it. 1) A brand new microtek UPS didn't give backup; It restarts the PC when there is a sudden power change. But if it is switched off, it'll work. I got it replaced. 2) The replaced one (after about an year) is giving the same problem again. Its not able to withstand the power requirements of my PC. I 'll replace it soon . . . __________________ Intel D930&945GNTL\| 2x1GB 667 Mhz(Transcend+Kingston)\| 500GBSeagate+200 GB WD\|Zotac 9600GT Amp!\| Zebronics Platinum 400W\|Dell SP2208WFP\|Logitech z5500\| Lite-onDVD-RW+LGDVD-R

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jeetu Apprentice Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 81	Re: need UPS which brand?? [QUOTE=damngoodman999;1138150]I used Microtek 800VA double power its good , but when u update the PSU with Active PFC then the uPS is waste !!QUOTE] Could you elaborate on that because recently i bought Cooler master Real Power Pro 660 W . It has active PFC.

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ashu888ashu888 Core i7 (nehalem) Owner Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Mumbai Posts: 3,375	Re: need UPS which brand?? ^^ an ACTIVE PFC PSU needs (and its is a must) a PURE SINE WAVE UPS.. APC's SMART UPS range of UPSes are pure sine wave UPS and ideal for ACTIVE PFC PSUes.. but... PURE SINE WAVE UPSes are way too costly than normal (Stepped/modified) sine wave UPSes and it is NOT recommended to use a stepped/modified sine wave ups for a ACTIVE PFC PSU as in future it will cause: mobo unstability, "hiss..ss..ing" noises from the PSU (as if the psu is not able to draw full power), system unstability issues.. ------------------- Cheers n e-peace.... __________________ Core i7-920 MSi X58 Pro-E Corsair 3x1GB Tagan BZ1100 GTX280 SSC+MSi N580GTX TWIN FROZR II/OC WD 1TB 22" Samsung 2233SW APC SUA1500i UPS Core i7:thinkdigit.com/forum/showthread.php?t=110397

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ashu888ashu888 Core i7 (nehalem) Owner Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Mumbai Posts: 3,375	Re: need UPS which brand?? ^^ yup agreed.. the hissing noise or any other problem are jus some of the problems faced by users adn its not fixed on all PCs.. hope u got the point.. __________________ Core i7-920 MSi X58 Pro-E Corsair 3x1GB Tagan BZ1100 GTX280 SSC+MSi N580GTX TWIN FROZR II/OC WD 1TB 22" Samsung 2233SW APC SUA1500i UPS Core i7:thinkdigit.com/forum/showthread.php?t=110397

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ashu888ashu888 Core i7 (nehalem) Owner Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Mumbai Posts: 3,375	Re: need UPS which brand?? ^^ ooh isee.. offtopic: see my rigs (yup, u read it right) in the SHOWOFF thread.. __________________ Core i7-920 MSi X58 Pro-E Corsair 3x1GB Tagan BZ1100 GTX280 SSC+MSi N580GTX TWIN FROZR II/OC WD 1TB 22" Samsung 2233SW APC SUA1500i UPS Core i7:thinkdigit.com/forum/showthread.php?t=110397

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ashu888ashu888 Core i7 (nehalem) Owner Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Mumbai Posts: 3,375	Re: need UPS which brand?? ^^ i think it will cost u near about 7.5-8K __________________ Core i7-920 MSi X58 Pro-E Corsair 3x1GB Tagan BZ1100 GTX280 SSC+MSi N580GTX TWIN FROZR II/OC WD 1TB 22" Samsung 2233SW APC SUA1500i UPS Core i7:thinkdigit.com/forum/showthread.php?t=110397

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damngoodman999 damnbadman666 Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Coimbatore Posts: 2,374	Re: need UPS which brand?? ^^ Its nothing !! corsair dint not recommend to use sine wave with their PSu , though the PSU can convert voltage fluctuations to normal Corsair warranty is really amazing that they give warranty if any damages caused by UPS - they said that no chance of damages due to square wave !! __________________ AMD Phenom 2 940 @ 3.4Ghz [Hyper 212+] MA790GP-UD4H OCZ DDR2 2x2GB Asus GTX 560ti 1TB SATA2 LG 20" LED Razer DA mice RED HOT cabby

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ashu888ashu888 Core i7 (nehalem) Owner Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Mumbai Posts: 3,375	Re: need UPS which brand?? ^^ wait, i remember reading such a doc online, but alas i dnt hv the link.. but yes wil surely post the source in a day or 2, promise.. (maybe i'll take an extract from corsair forums and post the link too) __________________ Core i7-920 MSi X58 Pro-E Corsair 3x1GB Tagan BZ1100 GTX280 SSC+MSi N580GTX TWIN FROZR II/OC WD 1TB 22" Samsung 2233SW APC SUA1500i UPS Core i7:thinkdigit.com/forum/showthread.php?t=110397

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ashu888ashu888 Core i7 (nehalem) Owner Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Mumbai Posts: 3,375	Re: need UPS which brand?? ------------- see this --> Buzzing noise from PSU (Corsair forums) --_> http://forum.corsair.com/v3/showthread.php?t=75330 also, read the Q.#4) about Active PFC, all Corsair HX PSUes are Active PFCs ---> http://forum.corsair.com/v3/showthread.php?t=52589 and here are the reviews of various Corsair PSUs (Sorry, jus posting links) hope u guys will be able to find ur PSU model here --> http://forum.corsair.com/v3/showthread.php?t=52612 ------------- Cheers n e-peace... __________________ Core i7-920 MSi X58 Pro-E Corsair 3x1GB Tagan BZ1100 GTX280 SSC+MSi N580GTX TWIN FROZR II/OC WD 1TB 22" Samsung 2233SW APC SUA1500i UPS Core i7:thinkdigit.com/forum/showthread.php?t=110397

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Skud Dust in the Wind Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: 10 light years away Posts: 4,928	Re: need UPS which brand?? i have a apc 500va ups but it's backup is very poor just 1-2 minutes. my machine config is c2d e7400, hd4850 512mb, ddr2 800, seagate 500gb and 2 250gb external drives along with cm 600watt psu. what's the problem? Last edited by Skud; 08-07-2009 at 12:46 PM.

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