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We’ve all been there before. The power surges or cuts, even if for a second, and everything shuts off. The problem is you were in the middle of a big project and you have no idea when your work was ...

It’s a well-known fact in the industry that the battery is the most vulnerable part of a UPS. In fact, battery failure is a leading cause of load loss. Understanding how to properly maintain and ...

The humble battery is responsible for running so many devices, but it usually only draws attention when it drains. In the IT infrastructure, where batteries are necessary for backup power supplies, ...

The battery on my UPS died (APC BE550R), so right now it only functions as a 4 plug surge protector, since the battery plug are useless. I was looking at replacement batteries, but I might end up ...

Power outages, surges, and brownouts can all wreak havoc on your electronics, and while a good surge protector can definitely help, a solid battery backup will keep your gear safe from surges, ...

Editor's Note: March 16, 2026: We've added a section answering some frequently asked questions related to purchasing a UPS backup at the end of this story, which we hope will help you figure out how ...