Editorial Review:Product Description:The CyberPower CP685AVR UPS is the ideal unit for basic to mid-level computer systems. The 685AVR not only guards against surges, spikes, sags, and brownouts, but also protects your computer system and valuable data during a power outage. The Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR) monitors incoming AC power and regulates output to a smooth, consistent 120 volts. This model also has full dataline protection: RJ11/RJ45 (phone, fax, Ethernet, network, DSL) and RG-6 coax (DSS, cable modem, satellite, cable TV). PowerPanel PE Power Management supplements the backup/surge protection by monitoring the vitals of the UPS and safely shutting down your system in event of a power outage. The standalone designs allows for vertical, horizontal, or wall mount. 'Surge-Only' outlets are perfect for the addition of peripherals such as monitors, printers, scanners, iPods, or CD/DVD players.
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Customer Reviews
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Not what I was told
I was told that an uninterruptible power supply was the only thing that would protect my devices plugged into an ungrounded outlet, that a "line conditioner" like this one, that would even out any spikes, dips, or surges, was my only line of defense, that all the surge protectors and GCFI fixtures in the world wouldn't do what this thing does, epecially since most electricians wouldn't even bother with the job of ripping out 60 year old wiring and replacing it with grounded circuits, were anyone able to afford such an overhaul.
But upon receipt of this device I noticed right away that the red light for "wiring fault" was lit up and the instructions said, to my shock and dismay, that this thing doesn't protect me either unless plugged into a grounded circuit! So, other than monitoring my voltage and providing battery backup for the extremely rare power outage in my area, this is a $70 power strip.
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Great feature rich UPS
I bought this because of the value and its full features. I connected it up to my iMac running Leopard and all the needed control was available in the energy preferences - no software to load or conflict. I wanted a unit that had automatic voltage regulation (AVR) and a minimal time under power backup. This unit fit all of these criteria. I plan on buying another when I purchase a new flat panel TV (got my eye on a Sony XBR) and this is cheap insurance.
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Runs Hot
It works okay but runs quite hot even under minimal load, on AC power, which means it's something of a power waster. The equivalent APC models stay cool by comparison.
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no brainer, it works
It has a non-annoying buzz when the power supply is off and keep modem, router, Voip boxes and printer working for the time being.
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Just what I needed
This unit says it'll power my PC for 17 minutes. Of course, I shut down the moment power is lost (it'll auto shut down in 5 minutes). The unit is then used to keep power on my cable phone and router. I can go portable at that time. I suspect that I have at least an hour of power (just a guess) with the cable phone and router.
If you like info during an outage, get the unit with an LCD readout. This one requires your computer to tell you battery levels. The LCD does not.
If this unit lasts 5 years like my last unit, I'll give it 5 stars.