Backup Power Supply

[=Vector=]

Ok, i want to get a UPS....only thing is i don't know jack as to what kind of specs i should be looking for in a UPS. so here are my questions:

What brand?
VA rating?
Watts?

anything else i need to consider? i only really need one to keep my computer on for long enough time to turn it off myself if the power goes out. specs in sig btw.

oh and is it possible for me to get a good one at around $150-$200?

thanks in advance for your help.

 

[Karma]

APC Smart-UPS 1500VA USB & Serial 120V

 

[davidhammock200]

This will walk you through it: http://www.apc.com/tools/ups_select...basic&cgi_referer_check=&return_query_string=

I have been using APC UPS's for over 10yrs & love them!

 

[=Vector=]

so would this be good enough:

http://www.apc.com/resource/include/techspec_index.cfm?base_sku=BR1000

 

[davidhammock200]

so would this be good enough:

http://www.apc.com/resource/include/techspec_index.cfm?base_sku=BR1000

Yes, it should be fine!

Sam's Club has discontinued APC Back Up Pro 1100's for $125, these units wrer $454 only 2yrs ago &
these use RS232 instead of USB, but otherwise they are GREAT! I have 4!