Hey I have A Ultra ULT31502 Xfinity 1000VA 600w UPS

[crayzcreationz]

I wana know if i can connect my computer to my Ups . My Power SUpply is 700w but soon to be 850 or 900 W So let me know if i can use it?

Ultra ULT31502 Xfinity 1000VA 600w UPS

 

[ssddx]

think of your power supply rating (700w) as more of a limit to how much your pc can draw. this doesn't mean that your pc uses this much power.

for example, my system has a 1000w power supply but typically only draws 250-370w. core i7, 470gtx

if the power supply meets the minimum requirements to run your system then most likely you could run it off the ups however, not for very long.

i went out and bought an APC brand ups, not the top tier but the one just below it (not sure on wattage) and i can only get 6-8 minutes of usage @ my power consumption! which is fine for my requirements. a laptop could be ran for like an hour.

 

[crayzcreationz]

Ight thanx Bro i just wanted to know so its only for quick use it no use of having it connected or is it good for when its thundering will it keep my system safe?

 

[crayzcreationz]

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[ssddx]

since desktop units (and their associated perepherals) draw much much more power than lets say... netbooks, notebooks, other equipment they cannot be powered for very long. the idea behind having 6-9 minutes of runtime is not so you can play around but so have time to shut down the system propperly and entirely.

if you all of a sudden had a blackout it would be the equivalent of you just flipping the power switch on your psu. we all know this is a big no-no as it could cause issues with your hardware.

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i don't know about your model but mine acts as a surge protector as well. i have my unit plugged in all the time, power routes through the battery into the pc and it instantly kicks on when the power drops out. supposedly it also rebalances the power stream to be ideal but i think my internal psu did the same. if the ups can power your system for a few minutes then i'd say go for it.

just remember for a desktop pc (especially gaming rigs) its only good for a few minutes so shut down your pc as soon as possible. the unit emits quite a loud buzzing noise when its drawing power from the battery (at least mine does!) so you should be able to tell when its in use. just remember to have your monitor hooked up as well or you will be trying to shut down without video!