Re: BackUPS vs. SmartUPS
From: John-Paul Stewart (jpstewart_at_sympatico.ca)
Date: 01/28/04
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Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2004 11:12:01 -0500
Rob Knop wrote:
>
> I want to get a UPS for several Linux systems. I need to be able to use
> signaling so that the machines will cleanly shut down in the event of a
> power outing. I will use apcupsd to do this.
>
> I'm looking at both the BackUPS (USB versions-- the RS and the Pro) and
> the SmartUPS from APC. The SmartUPS seems to cost a factor of two more
> than the BackUPS (for a given power rating), but from apcupsd I can't
> tell what the difference is.
>
> *Is* there any practical difference between the BackUPS and SmartUPS if
> you're using apcupsd? If so, what is it?
Look at the detailed specs for the units as stated on APC's website.
There's some variation in estimated runtime (comparing BackUPS Pro 1000,
BackUPS RS 1000, and SmartUPS 1000), especially at half load. There's
also some variation in surge supression specs.
But the main difference is the manageability and upgradability of the
SmartUPS line. They have a "Smart Slot" for optional items such as
network (SNMP) management (instead of serial/USB), environmental
monitoring, and so on.
IOW, with the SmartUPS line you have the option of upgrading to add
features which are important for use in a data centre whereas the
BackUPS line is targeted more at office use.
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