PC Electronics and Hardware Electronics

Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) Electronics
APC BE550G
APC BR1500LCD
APC BE750G
Holmes HM630-U
Cyber Power CP685AVR
Global Marketing Partners 14616
APC BE350G
Cyber Power CP1500AVRLCD
Hunter 30962
APC BE550R

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Accessories - Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS)


View BE550G (APC)



APC Back-UPS ES 8 Outlet 550VA 120V
   Output Power Capacity - 330 Watts / 550 VA
   Max Configurable Power - 330 Watts / 550 VA
   Nominal Output Voltage - 120V
   Output Frequency (sync to mains) - 60 Hz
   Waveform Type - Stepped approximation to a sine wave


APC BE550G Review:   Save money on your electricity bill with the APC Back-UPS ES 550. It uses an ultra-efficient design that consumes less power during normal operation than any other battery backup in its class, making it "greener" than ever. It's also RoHS compliant, which means its manufacture and ultimate disposal is easier on the environment. Even the packaging has been carefully selected to minimize energy use in its creation, and to maximize the use of recycled materials.

Output Connections - (4) NEMA 5-15R (Battery Backup); (4) NEMA 5-15R (Surge Protection) Nominal Input Voltage - 120V Input Frequency - 60 Hz /- 1 Hz Input Connections - NEMA 5-15P Cord Length - 6 feet (1.83 meters) Input voltage range for main operations - 88 - 139V Battery Type - Maintenance-free sealed Lead-Acid battery with suspended electrolyte - leakproof, easy to replacement Typical recharge time - 24 hour(s) RBC Quantity - 1 Typical Backup Time at Half Load - 13.5 minutes (165 Watts) Typical Backup Time at Full Load - 3.3 minutes (330 Watts) Control panel - LED status display with On Line - On Battery - Replace Battery and Building Wiring Fault Audible Alarm when on battery - distinctive low battery alarm, overload continuous tone alarm Surge energy rating - 365 Joules Protects connected loads from surges, spikes, lightning, and other power disturbances Dataline protection - RJ-11 Modem/Fax/DSL protection (two wire single line) Dimensions (H x W x D) - 3.3 x 12 x 7 inches (84 x 305 x 178 mm) Weight - 13 lbs. (5.91 kg) Includes - CD with software, USB cable, User Manual Color - Black Standard Manufacturer Warranty - 3 years repair or replace Equipment protection policy - Lifetime - $75,000


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APC BR1500LCD 1500VA 865 Watts 8 Outlets BACK-UPS
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   Output Power Capacity - 865 Watts / 1500 VA
   Max Configurable Power - 865 Watts / 1500 VA
   Nominal Output Voltage - 120V
   Output Frequency (sync to mains) - 60 Hz


APC BR1500LCD Review:   The Back-UPS RS offers high performance protection for your business and office computer systems. It provides abundant battery backup power, allowing you to work through medium and extended length power outages. It also safeguards your equipment from damaging surges and spikes that travel along utility, phone and network lines. A distinguishing feature of the Back-UPS RS is automatic voltage regulation (AVR). AVR instantly adjusts both low and high voltages to safe levels, so you can work indefinitely during brownouts and overvoltage situations, saving the battery for power outages when you need it most. Award-winning shutdown software automatically powers down your computer system in the event of an extended power outage.


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Apc Back-ups Es BE750G 10 Outlet 750VA 120V Master Control
   Weight - 4.70 KG
   Number of Power Socket - 10
   Warranty - 3 years repair or replace
   Nominal Output Voltage -- 120V
   Output Frequency (sync to mains) -- 60Hz /- 3 Hz


APC BE750G Review:   The new Back-UPS ES 750 VA powers and protects computer systems and their peripherals from power related events. Additionally, it now contains new green features designed to reduce wasted electricity. These features include Master/Controlled outlets which will shut power off to computer peripherals like printers, scanners, and speakers when the equipment plugged into the master outlet is turned off or in sleep mode. The unit now also has a High Efficiency Design which makes it between 3 and 5 times more efficient than competitive products.


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Holmes HM630-U Tower Humidifier
   Runs up to 36 hours per filling
   Accuset digital humidistat
   Filtered with Arm and Hammer baking soda
   Filtercheck monitors filter condition


Holmes HM630-U Review:   Medium Room Tower Humidifier, Perfect For Medium Sized Rooms, Runs Up To 36 Hours Per Filling, Accuset Digital Humidistat, Arm & Hammer Odor Removal, Filter Check


  $79.99    New Price: $44.88

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Cyberpower CP685AVR UPS - 685VA/390W AVR 8-Outlet RJ11/RJ45 Compact Design EMI/RFI USB
   685VA, 390-Watt output
   4 NEMA 5-15R surge protected and battery powered outlets, 4 NEMA 5-15R surge protected outlets
   10 minutes of backup power at half load, and 2 minutes at full load
   8-hour recharge time
   890 Joules of surge suppression


Cyber Power CP685AVR Review:   The CyberPower CP685AVR UPS is the ideal unit for basic to mid-level computer systems. The 685AVR not only guards against surges, spikes, sags, and brownouts, but also protects your computer system and valuable data during a power outage. The Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR) monitors incoming AC power and regulates output to a smooth, consistent 120 volts. This model also has full dataline protection: RJ11/RJ45 (phone, fax, Ethernet, network, DSL) and RG-6 coax (DSS, cable modem, satellite, cable TV). PowerPanel PE Power Management supplements the backup/surge protection by monitoring the vitals of the UPS and safely shutting down your system in event of a power outage. The standalone designs allows for vertical, horizontal, or wall mount. "Surge-Only" outlets are perfect for the addition of peripherals such as monitors, printers, scanners, iPods, or CD/DVD players.


  $84.95    New Price: $58.52

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Nikon has announced the opening of a new subsidiary in China called Nikon Imaging, which will initally employ 50 people to develop the imaging business in the country. The new enterprise, which opened June 20, endeavors to increase sales of digital cameras by directly importing and wholesaling imaging products such as digital cameras. The workforce is expected to rise to around 120 after a year and the company has a sales target of YEN 10 billion for the first fiscal year and approximately

 


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Coolmax 14616 V-400 ATX Power Supply
   Fans: Single ; Version Support: ATX 12V; Compatibility: IntelAMD
   Input Voltage: 200V AC to 264V AC/100V AC to 132V AC
   Current: 2.5A @ 5V DC - Standby - Output Current/1A @ -12V DC - Output Current/15A @ 12V DC - Output Current/14A @ 12V DC - Output Current/28A @ 5V DC - Output Current/30A @ 3.3V DC - Output Current
   Output Power: 400 W


Global Marketing Partners 14616 Review:   Coolmax Technology is a rapidly growing company that was founded in the year 1992. Its initial task of providing cooling solutions for electrical and industrial applications using AC and DC voltage fans is its solid foundation.PRODUCT FEATURES:80mm silent fan design, long life, noiseless and fastest cooling time;Specially selected components & high performance heat sink to cool down system;Serial ATA 150 ready & fully support all AMD & Intel series demand;Cable-tube on main power cables for better cable routing and neatness;Universal Connector Fits Most of Branded Motherboard;Over voltage protection, short circuit protection on all output level;MTBF > 100, 000 hours @ 25?C.


  $25    New Price: $14.87

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APC BE350G ES 6 Outlet 350VA Back-UPS
   Product #: BE350G
   Manufacturer: American Power Conversion-APC
   Manufacturer Item #: BE350G
   UPC: 731304258902


APC BE350G Review:   The Back-UPS ES offers affordable battery backup and surge protection for home computers. With enough power outlets to protect your entire system, built-in phone/fax/modem line (DSL compatible) protection and easy-to-install safe system shutdown software, all make this power protection solution the best value for home and home office computers.


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View CP1500AVRLCD (Cyber Power)



Cyberpower CP1500AVRLCD UPS - LCD Display 1500VA/900W AVR 8-Outlet RJ11/RJ45/Coax Tower USB
   The CyberPower CP1500AVRLCD UPS provides consistent AVR power with a Crystal-Blue LCD diagnostic display. It's also fully loaded with RJ11/RJ45/Coax hookups, and comes with PowerPanel software.


Cyber Power CP1500AVRLCD Review:   The CyberPower Systems CP1500AVRLCD UPS, designed for mid to high-end computer systems, features dynamic line conditioning and a LCD diagnostic display. Real-time system vitals can be viewed from this display and the unit can be conveniently mounted in a workstation cabinet or directly on the desktop. The CP1500AVRLCD also guards against surges/spikes, and also offers battery backup in the event of brownouts or total power loss. Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR) ensures that all your electronics are receiving clean power and stabilizes the voltage to a nominal 120VAC. PowerPanel PE Management Software automatically saves and closes open files and then shuts down the computer system in an intelligent and orderly manner. The CP series are also equipped with full dataline protection: RJ11/RJ45 (phone, fax, Ethernet, network, DSL) and RG-6 coax (DSS, cable modem, satellite, cable TV). "Surge-Only" outlets are perfect for the addition of peripherals such as monitors, printers, scanners, iPods, or CD/DVD players.


  $249.95    New Price: $153.38

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Hunter 30962 HEPA Tower Replacement filters for models 30730, 30713, 30730
   HEPA Filtration System


Hunter 30962 Review:   Last up to one year under continuous use.


  Best Price: $39.95

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View BE550R (APC)



APC BE550R 550VA Back-UPS ES 8-Outlet Battery Backup System
   8-Outlets
   Output Power Capacity: 550Va/330W
   Features Phone, Fax, Modem & Dsl Protection
   Up To 44 Min Battery Backup Time For Safe Shutdown When Power Is Lost
   Includes Powerchute(Tm) File-Saving, Auto Shutdown Software


APC BE550R Review:   The Back-UPS ES offers affordable battery backup and surge protection for home computers. With enough power outlets to protect your entire system, built-in phone/fax/modem line (DSL compatible) protection and easy-to-install safe system shutdown software all make this power protection solution the best value for home and home office computers. Control Panel - LED status display with On Line - On Battery - Replace Battery and Building Wiring Fault Audible Alarm Equipment protection policy Lifetime - $75000 APC 3-Year Warranty


  $79.99    New Price: $53.95

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