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Which UPS works with Vista X64?

I can't seem to get a straight answer. Are any of the UPS back up systems compatible with Vista 64 BIT? if so, can I use one with a USB only port or do I need one with serial port? Which software would...
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UPS Tripping on Computer Boot !!

HI, I have a APC 425VA UPS, randomly on boot up of my PC the UPS trips powering off the booting computer, the overload solid red light then turns on and the UPS is dead in the water until I hard reset ...
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Built in AVR on UPSes - is it really necessary?

I've read that all switch-mode power supplies, those used on PCs and most eletronics for a long time now, are switch mode power supplies and they're are known to work just fine with voltage fluctuation...
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UPS AC output problem

Hello, i have the ups model APC BK650MI and i have the following problem, when the Ups is on AC power the output is 220 Volts (Thats ok) but when i disconnect AC power output drops toy 170 Volts. The b...
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do i need new battery?

i have a smart ups 1400,it powers up looks like it charges,can see light going up over time.but when i unplug the unit it stays on but few sec it beeps and goes off.....thanks if anyone can help..
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Ups SU700NET Will nort power up

I have a smartups ups 700 model number SU700NET, Will it fuction with out the batteries installed thanks
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Registered but can't download Vista version of Powerchute

I've purchased a Backups 750ES which came with Powerchute Personal for XP and it won't run on Vista. I found the location on the website to download the Vista version but it won't let me without a logi...
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UPS interface(s)

Just purchased a Back-ups xs 1300 and wish to connect it to my wireless network (so I don't have to run a cable down to it). Is the RJ45 jack on the rear panel of the UPS an ethernet port or just a ser...
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Thanks for empowering me!

It wasn't that much of a storm, barely 50 knots of cold, wet wind, and a few inches of rain. I've weathered Arctic and North Atlantic storms that would suck you from 100 feet down, surface the main dec...
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MSDS

I'm looking for MSDS for BK-350 can anyone direct me in the right direction? thanks Brian
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battery discharges rapidly

hi all, I have a BACK-UPS RS 1000 with an additional battery pack for the same. my problem is that when i have a blackout and i'm on battery, it provides normal backup from 100% to about 50 % (which is...
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