APC BE550G Back-UPS ES 8 Outlet 550VA 120V

APC BE550G Back-UPS ES 8 Outlet 550VA 120V
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APC BE550G Back-UPS ES 8 Outlet 550VA 120V
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Manufacturer: APC
Audio: 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: Make sure to test your unit thoroughly!!! BEWARE!
Summary: 1 Stars

Let me first start this off with... I'm an IT Professional, 25yrs in the business and was one of those who didn't put battery backup on my PCs at home. I know... not too smart. It only took one surge and I lost my motherboard on my main PC. After replacing it, I bought a 550VA ES Unit.

Here's my story;
I had a PC in a box... my old one, so I built it while I waited on a new Mobo for my main PC. I went to FRYs and bought two APC 550VA's on sale for $36 each. Once the backup PC was built, it received APC unit#1 and off I went to build my main PC.

I built the main PC, and connected it to my second APC unit#2. (literally) A day later, my weak 15A circuit breaker blew due to a hair dryer (this is one reason my Motherboard died in the first place) and apparently the APC battery died overnight as well. I woke to a dead battery on the APC unit, and no power. No prob... I turn off most of the items plugged into the APC unit and go reset the breaker (vowing to fix that breaker today, as it's SuperBowl Sunday and I don't watch football). I come inside the house, and hear the APC making a surge or clicking noise every second. Sounded like it was trying to reset something... or a relay but my printer was still plugged in, so the printer was turning on and off every second. Almost as if I was turning the breaker on and off like a light switch. I immediately turn off the printer and EVERYTHING plugged into the APC unit.

The APC power button, did nothing for me. Even when plugged into power.

This was interesting, because I thought; "What if the power came back on overnight, and attempted to power back up the unit and my equipment?!" ...it'd be like the worst power surge ever... every second? Trying to provide power? on, off, on, off, on, off... I don't know any kind of equipment that can take that kind of abuse.

I then unplugged the power cords to the APC unit (which btw, is still plugged into my wall power which is hot). The APC unit made a quick noise, which I knew as a capacitor blowing... and then I heard flame (like a mini blow torch)... and soon, LOTS of smoke out of the APC unit. All of this, while I attempted to get it unplugged from the wall.

Sadly, the APC unit is now dead. Presumably (without taking it apart) caught on fire internally, and my PC will not reboot. The motherboard lights come on... but the onboard reset/power buttons do nothing. SO at this very moment... I'm on my back up PC looking for possible solutions to the issue, hoping it didn't internally hurt my PC (that just took a week to build and install all my applications). If it truly caused damage to my PC... I'll be overly upset. I'm sure you'd understand.

Why am I posting this here? I came across this looking for resolutions to my problem. And thought all of you should test your units to their full extent (power down, let internal battery die, power back up... and see if it survives) before your house burns down... or you lose equipment that you are so intrusting to your new APC Battery Backup.

Thanks for listening,
John



Description of APC BE550G Back-UPS ES 8 Outlet 550VA 120V

APC BACK-UPS ES BE550G 8-Outlet 550VA 330W UPS System

The 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.

APC BE550G
Great value for protecting your home and home office computer systems. Click here for a larger image

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.

APC BE550G Data Surge Protection
Data Line Surge Protection guards against surges and spikes traveling over an analog phone line.
APC PowerChute Software
APC's PowerChute software automatically saves open files and gracefully shuts down your computer during extended outages.
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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