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(More customer reviews)This is a unique Under Monitor computer Surge Protector, and UPS (Uninterrupted Power Supply) as well a power distribution system for an individual computer work station in home or office. It has the advantage of having six power outlets for computers and their peripherals all of which are provided with Surge protection, 4- of which are provided with battery back-up, 5- of which are independently switched and one of which is always on. It carries a 2-year warranty on the unit and lifetime $150,000 Ultimate Insurance Protection on all equipment attached to it, including surge protection for primary phone lines from the wall to a DSL modem or telephone connection to the computer, as well.
I formerly used just a simple surge protector with switched power control for my desktop computer and related peripherals (laser printer, inkjet printer, scanner, speakers, wireless hub, DSL modem, three external hard drives, an external DVD drive and burner and several powered USB and Firewire hubs). This unit allows me to provide convenient at-my-fingertips power control over the entire system, under control of a MASTER switch, while at the same time allowing me to isolate certain part-time peripherals, like the DVD deck and scanner from full-time operation. And it provides back-up power operation, from 6 min. at 300W to 34 minutes at 80W, depending on total load from the main computer and peripherals on the battery UPS system. It is especially compact and convenient when placed under my all-in-one Intel iMac that has no separate monitor, or CPU module floor unit (however it could accommodate that easily, too). The unit also has 4 pilot light alarmed sensors that give you constant visual indication of power state to the unit, surge alarm, and battery state.
It was relatively easy to install, with the most complex aspect being the task of listing all the various equipment to be connected, and then deciding which needed to always be ON (wireless hubs serving other computers; USB & FireWire/IEEE-1345 hubs; printers requiring shutdown only from their own front panel) and those that needed back-up power in the event of power loss. I used some dual plug Y-cords and triple outlet extensions to branch out from some of the units outlet plugs to accommodate the large variety of peripherals on my system work station.
Estimated life of the internal sealed lead acid battery is 6-years and replacement batteries are available on-line or in-store according to the Tripp Lite site for between $36 and $42 plus tax and shpg.
My only negative for this item was that the manufacturer used raised lettering without painting in the labels for the rear outlets and for the front switches. In my case, since my computer does not have a separate monitor, and my two printers needed to be powered on and off ONLY from their own front panel (i.e. Needed to be always on from the MASTER switch), I found the manufacturers choice of labeling to be inconsistent and confusing to my needs. So I had to re-labeled the switch functions to indicate individual control switches for my Scanner, Ext. DVD, Ext. HDs, and so forth. I did this with a computer printed label strip.
And best of all, the Amazon price was more than 50% off MSRP.
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Product Description:
Tripp Lite's space-saving TM500 Under-Monitor UPS System provides complete power protection for your entire computer set-up, even power hungry peripherals. 500 VA of battery backup maintains your Internet connection, allowing you to work online through short blackouts or safely shut down during longer ones. Unique design features 6 outlets (3 UPS & surge + 3 surge-only), individually switched outlets and diagnostic LEDs. Built-in RJ11 jacks prevent surges from damaging your modem/fax equipment. A 6-ft. telephone cord is also included. $150,000 Ultimate Lifetime Insurance (USA & Canada Only). No warranty cards required for coverage!
Main Features
Manufacturer: Tripp Lite
Manufacturer Part Number: TM500
Manufacturer Website Address: www.tripplite.com
Product Type: Standby UPS
Plug/Connector Type: NEMA 5-15P
Receptacles: 6 x NEMA 5-15R
Network Manageability: Not Applicable
Batteries: Sealed Lead-acid
Backup/Run Time: 6 Minute(s) 500VA Full-load, 17 Minute(s) 250VA Half-load
Battery Recharge Time: 4 Hour(s)
Load Capacity: 500VA/300W
Input Voltage Range: 120V AC Single-phase
Output Voltage: 120V AC Single-phase
Form Factor: Under-Monitor Console
Weight: 11.7 lb
Standard Warranty: 2 Year(s)
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