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2/01/92
New Back-UPS Uninterruptible Power Supplies protect LAN nodes and
inter-networking equipment at $169 list
APC has released a new Back-UPS family of cost-effective Uninterruptible
Power Sources for LANs and other mission-critical applications at list
prices starting at $169 for a 250 Volt-Amp unit (suitable for LAN nodes,
386SX, and 286 systems). The new Back-UPS systems offer the most
cost-effective solution to power problems that can cause data loss and
hardware damage. The new Back-UPS 400 offers the industry's best
price/performance ratio, at just $0.62 per Volt-Amp.
In addition to multi-stage surge suppression and EMI/RFI filtering,
Back-UPS typically provide 15-20 minutes of computer-grade power during a
blackout or brownout. This allows the user to work through brief power
outages without interruption or data loss. During extended power outages,
Back-UPS allow the user to finish the application and safely log off.
Most Back-UPS offer an additional level of network fault tolerance by
initiating an automatic, unattended server shutdown during an extended
outage. This UPS signaling dramatically increases LAN reliability and is
supported by all major operating systems, including Novell, Unix, LAN
Manager, LAN Server, LANtastic, Banyan and others.
The new products are available in 250, 400, 450 and 600VA size as well as
the previously announced Back-UPS 800 and 1200. The Back-UPS 250 is ideal
protection for 386SX, 286, XT and AT computers, and also inter-networking
hardware such as routers, bridges, gateways and hubs. The Back-UPS 400 is
sized for desktop 386 and 486 systems, while the Back-UPS 450 provides
extra power for tower 386 and 486 systems. The Back-UPS 600 has additional
capacity for heavily configured file servers or two 386 systems.
New features include rear panel option switches that allow the user to
change the low voltage transfer setting, disable the audible alarm, and
change the low battery warning setting. A rear panel site wiring fault
indicator allows users to diagnose reversed polarity, open ground, and
other wiring problems which previously required an electrician to
diagnose.
All Back-UPS systems offer a two-year warranty and are available
immediately. The list prices for the Back-UPS 250, 400, 450 and 600 are
$169, $249, $329 and $449 respectively.
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2/01/92
American Power Conversion announces SurgeArrest network-grade surge
protection
American Power Conversion has announced a significant line of surge
suppression products for network hardware and other critical applications.
The SurgeArrest(TM) line is comprised of five separate units; SurgeArrest
for sensitive electronic and office equipment such as copiers and fax
machines; SurgeArrest PLUS for network nodes and interlan hardware;
SurgeArrest PLUS with telephone line protection for servers and data
communications equipment. Two wall-mount versions of SurgeArrest PLUS and
SurgeArrest PLUS with tel round out the new family.
"There has been quite a marketing battle in this category," said Lloyd
Kinnear, APC Product Manager," and the truth is certain technologies do in
fact handle certain transient problems better than others. So we've
created a multi-stage protector which incorporates both shunt and series
elements. These include multiple MOVs, capacitors, inductors, resistors
and fuses...all the elements necessary to handle all types of
transients."
In addition, the units feature superior common and normal mode noise
attenuation. Noise is a major problem on many networks, particularly
multi-user systems employing RS-232 cables.
In addition, most units offer seven outlets, one more than the industry
standard, so that more equipment can benefit from protection. Intelligent
diagnostics include a site-wiring fault indicator to detect reversed
polarity or poor ground and a "Protection working" LED to notify user-Q of
ongoing coverage.
"There are certain power problems that no surge protector or UPS will be
able to solve. The SurgeArrest Series is smart enough to recognize these
situations and advise you to get an electrician in to fix the problem,"
said Kinnear.
SurgeArrest is currently shipping. List prices range from $29 to $99. At
less than one-fifth the cost of competitive high-end suppressors,
SurgeArrest units are the most cost-effective suppressors currently on the
market to receive the highest UL 1449 rating for surge protection across
hot, neutral and ground lines. "This is an important strategic product for
Lloyd Kinnear. "Resellers typically like to use one source for power
protection equipment. With the introduction of SurgeArrest, APC can offer
a comprehensive solution from surge protection to UPS systems, to advanced
network power management software."
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American Power Conversion is the market share leader in Uninterruptible
Power Supplies (UPS) and software for networks and similar
mission-critical applications. Other product lines include the Back-UPS,
the Smart-UPS and PowerChute software..
American Power Conversion
PO Box 278, 132 Fairgrounds Rd
West Kingston, RI 02892
401-789-5735
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