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APC Back-ups Pro 1000 - problem connecting serial cable

I've inherited an old APC Back-ups Pro 1000, model BR1000G, batteries of unknown age. It seems to be OK, passes battery test at power up. My PC & Monitor are connected and run fine. I have the APC ...
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Back-UPS ES 550 No Power On Light

Hi, I just purchased this new unit, when I plug into the wall and hit the power button, I only get green light on the first indicator. There are 3 indicators. The second indicator is "Power On" and I g...
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All outlets not working

I have a APC SmartUPS 1500. I recently changed the battery out. This was uneventful, and I don't think connected with what followed. When I finished, the outlets on the right side (as viewed from the b...
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Back-UPS ES 700 beeps during first charge

As soon as I plugged it in for its first charge, it started beeping (continuously) with the power on red led flashing. If I push the power on button to turn it off, it stops. Is it normal?
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7mins runtime @190W for a new XS 1000?

Hi - I have a brand-new Back-UPS XS 1000 and it is reporting 7 or 8 mins runtime @ 190W. This seems a bit low. Should I return it?
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Another Question - General, this time

What does the number (e.g., the "600" in an APC 600) signify? Disregarding the power capabilities of the battery backup, is there a wattage maximum for surge protection? Disregarding both battery backu...
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Back-UPS 600 issue: Master (PC) - Controlled by Master (Printer) probl...

When my PC is plugged into the "Master" plug and my Dell V725w printer is plugged into a "Controlled by Master" plug and both units are turned on ... The printer turns itself off and on cyclically ever...
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Connection queries

Good day, I using a BR1500GI Back-UPS Pro. 1) I have Bose Companion 2 Speakers which I would like to plug it into the outlets but they have these "block style plugs". However the main power supply uses...
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Line Conditioners AND UPS Back-ups

My company has a UPS Back-up attached to almost every PC in the office. Over the last 6 months plus, we've been having problems with our power stream from the electrical company. We've experienced many...
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What is power consumption of 1500VA model?

Hello All, I'll be grateful if I am provided with power consumption information for APC Smart-UPS SUA1500I model. How much power UPS alone draws when it is supplied power from main supply and batteries...
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BX1000G battery from mostly full to empty

I just purchased this BX1000G and plugged it in yesterday afternoon. The load is a computer pulling maybe 350 watts tops, and an LCD monitor. The display has shown utility power online 100% of the time...
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