UPS

[joseph0042]

Not sure if this is where I should put this or not, but I am looking into an UPS for my new build. Here it is:

i5 2500k
msi gtx 570 tf
dvd burner
128gb ssd
1tb hdd
corsair hx850
haven't decided how many fans.

But anyway...would you guys suggest getting an UPS or a good surge protector? If you suggest an UPS what wattage would you suggest? I plan on over clocking my i5 and 570, and later on sli another 570.

 

[Tsumi]

Do you have frequent power outages or do sensitive work that you absolutely must make sure you do not lose in case of a blackout? If the answer is no to both, just get a surge protector.

 

[joseph0042]

Nah just more of wanting to not get something screwed up if there is a power surge/outage. Any certain surge protector you would recommend for that kind of load?

 

[Tsumi]

I believe any surge protector will be able to handle that load. The important thing is the Joule suppression. The higher it is, the more you are protected against surges.

 

[-PK-]

I used a 780W/1300VA backup on an i7 920 build. It only gave me about 20 minutes of real use. Since this is a continuous battery backup, unlike my old standby that switched over when required, the battery died at exactly 2 years. The cost of replacing the battery is about $75 + shipping from APC or $38 for a generic battery. I'm thinking of using a surge protector because we only lose power about 4-5 times a year, but when it goes out it likes to flicker for up to a half hour from all of the trees that knock the power lines.