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UPS Last modified: Thursday, April 01, 2004
Short for uninterruptible power supply, a power supply that includes a battery to maintain power in the event of a power outage. Typically, a UPS keeps a computer running for several minutes after a power outage, enabling you to save data that is in RAM and shut down the computer gracefully. Many UPSs now offer a software component that enables you to automate backup and shut down procedures in case there's a power failure while you're away from the computer. There are two basic types of UPS systems: standby power systems (SPSs) and on-line UPS systems. An SPS monitors the power line and switches to battery power as soon as it detects a problem. The switch to battery, however, can require several milliseconds, during which time the computer is not receiving any power. Standby Power Systems are sometimes called Line-interactive UPSes. An on-line UPS avoids these momentary power lapses by constantly providing power from its own inverter, even when the power line is functioning properly. In general, on-line UPSs are much more expensive than SPSs.		Related Categories Electronic Technology Hardware Related Terms power brick power conditioner power supply surge protector UPS Systems Devices UPS Products Compare Prices & Save on UPS Systems Devices at DealTime! Search by brand or type to find the best price across 100s of stores! Shop by Top Models: APC Smart-UPS RM 1500VA USB & Serial (SUA1500RM2U) UPS System 20 store offers from $495 - $1018 APC (BR1500LCD) UPS System 17 store offers from $159 - $314 APC BACK-UPS 900VA (BR900) UPS System 21 store offers from $114 - $230 APC Smart-UPS (SUA750) (SUA750US) UPS System 20 store offers from $250 - $458 APC Back-UPS ES BE650G UPS System 21 store offers from $53 - $127
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