need a good used UPS

[ZippyDan]

im looking for a proven but older UPS that can run a couple of computers or more. something i can find on ebay or craigslist for like $200 + maybe cost of new batteries. anyone want to recommend some model numbers?

 

[pkme2]

Check out this AT Link

You're find prices a lot less and checkout Cyberpower for several computers. I run 3 on one.

 

[ZippyDan]

im looking for something that can run a few computers for a few hours. something a little heftier than a personal ups thanks

 

[rise]

why not get an idea here and then see what you can find or ask more specific questions.

 

[ValuedCustomer]

Originally posted by: ZippyDan
UPS that can run a couple of computers or more.. for like $200 + maybe cost of new batteries.

are you just wanting to keep a couple boxes on? or do you want the boxes + peripherals + etc to stay powered? if it's the latter then you're way out of luck for that budget, used or not.

I've got a Tripp-Lite (no idea what the model# is) that I paid $350 for new that's been running strong for 5+ years backing up my box, a 21" CRT, modem and WAP.. it'll keep everything running for 12-15 minutes after the power goes out which is plenty of time to shut everything down in an orderly fashion.

 

[GrammatonJP]

Zippy where in Ny are you.. I have about 10 APC 1000 UPS... less than 2 years old.. but I chuck all the battery.. like new good condition.. free if you pick up..

 

[GrammatonJP]

http://www.apc.com/resource/include/techspec_index.cfm?base_sku=SUA1000 - Smart Ups 1000 - Have more of these

http://www.apc.com/resource/include/techspec_index.cfm?base_sku=SUA1500 - Smart Ups 1500 - Might have 1 of these..

No batteries.. they're all old.. you can buy new battery for like 100..

Its empty.. so might be cheap enough to ship if your too far..

 

[ZippyDan]

near nyc

 

[snoturtle]

Originally posted by: ZippyDan
im looking for something that can run a few computers for a few hours. something a little heftier than a personal ups thanks

If you want that kind of run time buy a generator
plug a few small ups's into that and the computers into those

Thats the only way of getting that kind of time without taking over the house with batteries

 

[ZippyDan]

well all the computers run LCD monitors. maybe im wrong but i thought the biggest drain on UPSs is CRTs

 

[MWink]

Originally posted by: ZippyDan
well all the computers run LCD monitors. maybe im wrong but i thought the biggest drain on UPSs is CRTs

CRT's do use more than LCD's but even a fairly large CRT will use less than most computers. I hate to tell you but it's going to take a LOT of battery power to run a few systems for a few hours. The only way I can think of would be to get a Smart-UPS XL and a few external battery packs for it. I have a Smart-UPS 1500 (which contains 2 12V 17AH batteries) and it estimates it could run my system for only 90 minutes (yes I have an LCD). And just so you know, buying a used APC UPS will void the Equipment Protection Policy.

 

[snoturtle]

I would check out the APC 1500 with extra battery or a 2200

Should be able to find either on ebay for around 200

The 1500 I have will run my 2 boxes 20" LCD and all the newtork crap for around 25 minutes
but I also need to replace my battery as its getting old and I used to get 45-50 minutes