APC Back-UPS RS 800VA (br800blk) UPS System

Pros: Works as advertise, PowerChute software

Cons: none

The Bottom Line: What is your data worth to you?

Review: APC Backup-UPS RS800 My new work place seems to be very cautious with data loss, so they purchase a battery backup UPS (uninterruptable power supply) for every workstation. So when I started, they purchased an APC Back-UPS RS800 for my HP Compaq ...

Pros: Small narrow size, AVR, telephone and network protection, easy self testing or manual, etc.

Cons: No coax surge protector.

The Bottom Line: If you truly value your computer, a good UPC is a necessity you shouldn't avoid. A plain surge connector/power conditioner can't compare or protect as well as a UPS.

Review: Wouldn't you know it? Recent thunderstorms spun off from Alberto in the Gulf States area caused their damage to my systems again this year. Being at the end of the power line in an area is never a plus for a homeowner, as it causes more lightening surge ...