CyberPower Intelligent LCD Series GreenPower UPS CP1500AVRLCD UPS

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I have owned this unit for practically three years now and it has not failed me once. It performs effectively with all of my computing equipment and the battery nonetheless delivers a very good quantity of life. I get at least a couple of power failures a year and I haven't had to worry about it. The power button glows a bit bright and for the 3 years of ownership, mine has had a dark piece of tape more than it so that it's not totally blocked and nevertheless somewhat visible so I can see that it's on. I bought this thing from Newegg practically 3 years ago and aside from the initial hiccup with the very first unit, this has been a fantastic investment. I've advised it to everybody I know that has been in the market for a new UPS and will continue to do so. Relating to not operating with any Active PFC PSU, this is not necessarily true as my PSU has given that been replaced with an Active PFC PSU and I have noticed zero issues. I'm not saying other people are lying (except the a single guy that lost his PSU when it wasn't even connected to it...I mean...genuinely?), just that your mileage may possibly differ.

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It functions none

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Affordable compared to APC. But with a life expectancy of only 7 months it should be totally free. Lasted only 7 months! I have often bought APC but created a mistake thinking I could get a excellent product for less money. I guess it goes to the saying "you get what you pay for". Attempting to uncover where their warranty info is on their web page. I lastly wrote them an e mail, no response but... Never ever again will I acquire or suggest CyberPower gear to everyone. Manufacturer Response:Thank you for taking the time to give feedback relating to the CyberPower CP1500AVRLCD. Based on the distinctive knowledge described, we advocate that you speak to our free of charge technical support to quickly address the concern. I believe the problem you have knowledgeable is due to the PFC power supply in your Pc. The UPS is compatible with some PFC styles, but not all. CyberPower’s new Active PFC Adaptive Sinewave technologies is the initial to solve the critical compatibility concerns of non-Sinewave UPS items operating with computing systems utilizing Active PFC power supplies (ENERGY STAR five.). CyberPower is continuously working with its partners to assure consumers like yourself are satisfied and we will continue to do so in this situation. Please speak to us at 877-297-6937 M-F 8-5 CST, or support@cyberpowersystems.com, so that we can act to absolutely address your problem and ensure your total satisfaction.

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Physical size is smaller than I believed it would be, major plus. Has a fair quantity of VA / Wattage to allow a clean shut down in the event of a energy outage, even on a heavy load. Front panel LCD that tells you anything about the condition of the unit that self dims. I had to take it out of the box, plug stuff into it, and plug it in. What a chore that was. Wish my Electric organization (AP), knew what stable energy, wave types, and 60HZ really signifies. But hey, they do know how to bill though. Go figure huh? lol.

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Has an LCD to verify for status, and the UPS is operating ideal. I loved it the first day I got it. It's also a good price tag. This UPS is not recommended for power supplies that use "Active PFC" technology.Get this rather: CyberPower Expert PP1500SWT2 1500VA 1000W I generally study each and every product I acquire here, but I missed a single detail. Examine your power provide on your Computer, if it uses "Active PFC". If it does, get the one particular I advise above. It's similar, but it charges far more. I brought this and I tested it. Each power provide and UPS did a overload shut down, even though my power provide is rated at 430w. I had to RMA the unit and get the a single that I wrote above. The cause is that the utility firm produces a pure sine wave when u connect to the Computer. This UPS produces what is known as a "Modified Sine Wave", which is a lot more like going up and down the stairs. It's not smooth, for that reason the power supply does not like it. Mine made a high pitch noise, and it started to smell like seriously poor burnt toast.I enjoy it, but use at your personal threat. Save some income and frustration and get the a single I mention. I'm not biased, and this is what I learned from study. It operates fine if u don't have a Active PFC power provide. I will write a critique when I get the other UPS Manufacturer Response:Thank you for your comments and ideas. CyberPower’s Active PFC Adaptive Sinewave technologies is the initial to resolve the essential compatibility difficulties of non-Sinewave UPS items working with computing systems working with Active PFC power supplies (ENERGY STAR 5.). CyberPower’s innovative Adaptive Sinewave UPS technology is an affordable solution that ensures gear utilizing Active PFC power supplies do not unexpectedly shutdown or expertise damaging tension when switching from AC power to UPS battery power. The new CyberPower CP1500PFCLCD, with Adaptive SinewaveTM technology, safeguards mid to high-finish personal computer systems that use conventional and Active Power Factor Correction (PFC) power supplies. Its automatic voltage regulation (AVR) topology delivers clean and constant AC power, safeguarding connected equipment and preventing pricey enterprise interruptions. Patented GreenPower UPS™ advanced circuitry reduces UPS energy expenses by up to 75% compared to competitive models.

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This UPS is amazing! Looks very clean, handles very a load, even the software program is nifty and easy! Pulled the plug and it ran like a champ! Newegg's packaging! shipped in merchandise box, entirely torn up and even opened on the doorstep. Had been taped back numerous instances (I'm guessing by those brown (UPS) workers). Missing an entire side of the styrofoam, just flopping about in the box. It's so undesirable I wish I could upload images just to show individuals. Fortunately it operates fine and I've observed no harm as of now. But I would not recommend acquiring this from Newegg, Acquire it neighborhood and handle this product oneself! Manufacturer Response:Thank you for taking the time to present feedback regarding the CyberPower CP1500AVRLCD. Based on the encounter described, this appears to be an issue involving this precise model getting shipped only in its retail box with out an further brown cardboard shipping box. The retail boxes that CyberPower gives to its partners are not developed to be used alone as a shipping box. With millions of UPS units sold annually, CyberPower is regularly working with its partners to assure clients like yourself are satisfied and we will continue to do so in this situation. We recommend that the partner you ordered the UPS from be contacted right away to address any problems arising from shipping.

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I liked the deal I got and possessing had this for far more than a year is even additional exciting. I test this unit each month fto make positive it is ok. I later bought various a lot more of these units. none

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Great deal! Performs as advertised. Included software offers fantastic info on status of line voltage along with amount of watts getting consumed. Also displays the amount of time the UPS will power the equipment in case of energy failure. Computer software is included for some of the much more well-known Linux distros, which I truly like. Also creates a report to telling the user when a line outage occurred. Can set times to power down equipment if needed. Directions are easy to fully grasp. Replacement battery is expensive. Have had a CyberPower UPS ahead of and feel they are a fantastic product... just preserve a lookout for replacement batteries on sale, or off brands.

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Super uncomplicated to set up and program. A single-button touch operation. Clear, easy to read and undersdand LCD panel. Strong construction (although suprisingly heavy, as well). Wish it had a couple of far more outlets. Power button's blue LED (like most blue Computer & peripheral lights) is way also brilliant at night. Battery run time is closer to 30 minutes if Pc is idling or employing low energy (not gaming). Nevertheless, lots of time to shut down manually, or have the Pc programmed to power down immediately after a few minutes (easy to set up). No one ought to be attempting to run their Computer through a blackout anyway, never mind attempting to game. That mentioned, it would probably power or charge emergency radios or cell phones for very a bit longer as soon as the Pc was off. I regarded as the expense of this UPS to be an investment, to shield my custom gaming create. I had currently fried my previous,mediocre, Best Buy laptop or computer final year throughout a blackout and did not want to danger the very same factor happening to my new rig.It has already paid off. I had not one, but two city-wide blackouts in the last week while the Computer was running! Switched over to battery energy with no so considerably as a stutter. I would surely obtain this again if anything were to take place to it, and would advise this to absolutely everyone.

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The not pure sine wave situation is one of those things that is just absolutely rediculous and not Cyberpowers fault at all (or any other UPS provider, even the fuel cell type or propane or whatever.). This review was modfied by poster @ 04-01-12 05:40 AM

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quite great ups, show the power consumption, very uncomplicated to install, in a position to use it in linux none

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works nicely enough... runs a lot longer than the 500va ups that it replaces computer software is pretty standard and operates nicely but it has crashed a handful of instances and i had to restart it.the item i received was certainly a repackaged return. it was shipped in the retail package which arrived damaged and looked like it had been opened and retaped a number of instances. the foam was broken and the ups wasn't wrapped in any type of plastic bag but it seemed cosmetically ok. the power cord and the usb cable weren't wrapped with any twist ties but the phone cord was i'm giving this a low rating since i got a employed return and not a new item. the factor weighs a ton so i didn't bother initiating a return given that it'll cost a grip to ship back. it's operating properly so far... hopefully it stays that way Manufacturer Response:Thank you for taking the time to offer feedback regarding the CyberPower CP1500AVRLCD. Based on the experience described, this appears to be an issue involving this certain model getting shipped only in its retail box devoid of an extra brown cardboard shipping box. The retail boxes that CyberPower gives to its partners are not developed to be used alone as a shipping box. With millions of UPS units sold annually, CyberPower is constantly working with its partners to make certain consumers like your self are satisfied and we will continue to do so in this case. We advise that the partner you ordered the UPS from be contacted right away to address any issues arising from shipping.

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Dependable. I've owned one particular for far more than a year and it does a good job with both brown outs and power outages. when the AC kicks on and your lights dim briefly the ups kicks on with out a hick-up to the system. it holds up well under my program usage during a outage as well. nothing at all as of yet.

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I'm certain this product would be great. I have one more Cyberpower unit. I actually like it. On the other hand, I've received two damaged units of this model from Newegg. They had been each shipped from the Tennesee warehouse. I have under no circumstances even got to plug one it but. The second a single was clearly shipped out damaged from the warehouse. The housing had a entire in it. The plastic piece from it fell out of the box when we were unpacking it. The face of the unit is broken off of the physique. The box didn't have any damage that matched the harm of the packing and the product.This is three orders now that I've received within the last week that was shipped from the Tennessee warehouse that had damaged goods and a defective a single. I feel Newegg desires to look at the top quality control at the Tennessee warehouse. Beware of something shipped from there.My husband and I have been acquiring from Newegg for years. We have been incredibly happy customers. This is the initial time we've ever had any issues with Newegg. Manufacturer Response:Thank you for taking the time to offer feedback relating to the CyberPower CP1500AVRLCD. Based on the experience described, this appears to be an concern involving this precise model being shipped only in its retail box without an extra brown cardboard shipping box. The retail boxes that CyberPower delivers to its partners are not developed to be employed alone as a shipping box. With millions of UPS units sold annually, CyberPower is consistently operating with its partners to make sure customers like your self are happy and we will continue to do so in this case. We advocate that the partner you ordered the UPS from be contacted right away to address any difficulties arising from shipping.

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wonderful power, really good interface, excellent battery, excellent protection.Give also output power data (consumption, and so on. but only of the battery powered plugs). Quite fantastic price tag, computer software is nice, simple but functions adequately. none (so far) Of course it has to pass some storms before becoming defined as a excellent items (in my past knowledge all ups following some storms die, only APC lasted). The cost for the functions is brilliant. I'm extremely tempted to acquire more!

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An great UPS for several purposes, BUT.... But. B-b-b-b-but. BUT: Make sure you are not finding this for a PFC (Power Element Correction) power supply equipped Pc. A PFC power supply will "fight" the simulated sine wave of this factor and will not perform at all or work intermittently. If your Pc is not a mainstream off-the-rack model, it might have an active PFC power supply. Check. A UPS is a heavy, bulky, and pricey item to RMA. Manufacturer Response:Thank you for your comments and suggestions. CyberPower’s Active PFC Adaptive Sinewave technology is the initially to solve the critical compatibility matters of non-Sinewave UPS products operating with computing systems working with Active PFC power supplies (ENERGY STAR 5.). CyberPower’s innovative Adaptive Sinewave UPS technologies is an cost-effective remedy that ensures equipment utilizing Active PFC power supplies do not unexpectedly shutdown or knowledge dangerous anxiety when switching from AC power to UPS battery power. The new CyberPower CP1500PFCLCD, with Adaptive SinewaveTM technologies, safeguards mid to high-finish laptop or computer systems that use conventional and Active Power Factor Correction (PFC) power supplies. Its automatic voltage regulation (AVR) topology delivers clean and constant AC power, guarding connected equipment and preventing costly organization interruptions. Patented GreenPower UPS™ advanced circuitry reduces UPS energy costs by up to 75% compared to competitive models.

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Does the job! Working with on a house entertainment center, have 20 min. with Tv, DVR, and Receiver 黼 W), but with HTPC, brings it down to 16 min., incredibly very good! No difficulty switching over. (HTPC has a passive AFC power supply) Wish was pure sine wave, but wasn't prepared to devote the extra! A excellent 'extra' to have! Immediately after a power failure, had to perform with the HTPC and receiver to get the audio working once again. This must make the difference! Don't want to go via that again! Manufacturer Response:Thank you for your comments and suggestions. CyberPower’s Active PFC Adaptive Sinewave technology is the initial to solve the vital compatibility troubles of non-Sinewave UPS items working with computing systems employing Active PFC power supplies (ENERGY STAR five.). CyberPower’s innovative Adaptive Sinewave UPS technology is an cost-effective resolution that ensures gear utilizing Active PFC power supplies do not unexpectedly shutdown or experience dangerous strain when switching from AC power to UPS battery power. The new CyberPower CP1500PFCLCD, with Adaptive SinewaveTM technology, safeguards mid to high-end computer system systems that use standard and Active Power Factor Correction (PFC) power supplies. Its automatic voltage regulation (AVR) topology delivers clean and constant AC power, protecting connected gear and preventing pricey business interruptions. Patented GreenPower UPS™ advanced circuitry reduces UPS power costs by up to 75% compared to competitive models.

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Smaller, good LCD, and worked with my Thermaltake Active PFC PSU. Its heavy? But all UPS's are. I read a few other evaluations stating that this UPS did not work with Active PFC. I rolled the dice and I'm just pleased it worked with mine. Manufacturer Response:Thank you for your comments. CyberPower’s Active PFC Adaptive Sinewave technology is the initial to solve the essential compatibility concerns of non-Sinewave UPS goods working with computing systems employing Active PFC power supplies (ENERGY STAR 5.). CyberPower’s innovative Adaptive Sinewave UPS technology is an reasonably priced solution that ensures equipment utilizing Active PFC power supplies do not unexpectedly shutdown or experience damaging strain when switching from AC power to UPS battery power. The new CyberPower CP1500PFCLCD, with Adaptive SinewaveTM technologies, safeguards mid to high-end pc systems that use standard and Active Power Factor Correction (PFC) power supplies. Its automatic voltage regulation (AVR) topology delivers clean and constant AC power, guarding connected equipment and preventing costly small business interruptions. Patented GreenPower UPS™ advanced circuitry reduces UPS energy fees by up to 75% compared to competitive models.

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Powers my custom built laptop with two 23" monitors for half an hour (with network stuff also). If I removed a monitor and network devices it can preserve me operating for 40 minutes. If you don't use the plan the front LCD display has all the information you need. If you make a decision to connect it by way of USB, it comes with a plan to monitor, schedule, and test the device. If I have to complain about one particular factor it's the device's front button: it feels low-cost and looks like a 3 way button but only has 1 function. Possibly replace it with a smaller "pencil eraser" type button? I was using it to surge guard my cable modem and it was causing connectivity matters so I had to not use it. Manufacturer Response:Thank you for your comments and ideas concerning CyberPower’s CP1500AVRLCD. The front toggle bar, located beneath the LCD display, enables for the user to turn on the LCD diagnostic display. The appropriate and left sides of the bar will enable you to toggle back and forth thru the various diagnostics screens. You will be able to view the real-time program vitals such as battery capacity, present draw, estimated runtime, voltage input/output, output frequency, output consumption and additional. FYI - pushing in the middle of the toggle bar for five seconds will silence the UPS’s alarm, without having to go into the software.

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Line conditionerbattery powering my PcLong lasting batteryGreat softwareGreat display:Shows my power consumption, power fluctuation(and it fluctuates a lot at my residence)My laptop or computer stays running when I lose power long sufficient to shut down my technique. Then runs my 26" LCD Television for a couple of hours even though waiting for the power to come back on. The power came on prior to the Television drained the battery! Only utilised up 67% of battery. Oh and it was charging up my cell phones and 1 lamp with a 40watt bulb too. Replacement Batteries in general price nearly as significantly as full unit replacement. This battery is carrying out well after two years now. People giving -two eggs for not reading instructions/product description, when they should be taking off two points of their tech level.It was advised by my neighborhood laptop repair guy who said the power surges/brown out anxiety the power supplies and other parts on computers and soon after adding one of these I have no much more problem.I now purchase these for all my buddies and family members's computers and no a lot more hardware pc troubles. Just virus and other malware.

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Functions excellent with my 750 power provide. Solid construct, looks neat too. Bright power light, type of annoying in a smaller room.

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The advertised storage capacity is high ( perhaps false ). The USB interface is a nice feature. Appears to perform well with Linux Network UPS Tools employing the usbhid-ups driver. Good backlit LCD display. The Linux software shipped with the Cyberpower is very straightforward. No web interface ( command line only ). I feel that Cyberpower overrates the storage based upon the weight of the unit ( not sufficient pounds of lead acid gel to get 1500VA capacity ). The backlit display only stays on for about 60sec and then goes dark until the LCD button is pushed once more). With 1500VA capacity couldn't they afford to maintain an LCD lit???? I won't know how very good it is until two or five years when the lead gel acid batteries go negative. Until then i can only comment on first impressions.

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Dunno, some i'm sure...meh I am unacquainted with this units functional efficiency. I can say newegg shipped it in the retail box. other reviewers have mentioned that cyberpower particularly states the retail display box is not sufficient for shipping & and an exterior carton must be employed. Newegg is eggcellent 99% of the time. Now please realize if 99% of all flights landed safely thousands would perish day-to-day~but I digress. I refused delivery of this item for a variety of reasons; sadly they all relate to newegg :( Manufacturer Response:Thank you for taking the time to present feedback regarding the CyberPower CP1500AVRLCD. Based on the knowledge described, this appears to be an issue involving this specific model becoming shipped only in its retail box without having an further brown cardboard shipping box. The retail boxes that CyberPower offers to its partners are not developed to be utilized alone as a shipping box. With millions of UPS units sold annually, CyberPower is consistently operating with its partners to make certain consumers like your self are satisfied and we will continue to do so in this case. We advocate that the partner you ordered the UPS from be contacted promptly to address any troubles arising from shipping.

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Delivers stable powerRuns my water cooled OC'd Dual Vid card technique for pretty much 20 minutes right after power is shut off.Very good readouts on power consumptionGreat functional computer software package Nothing you get what you pay for in this UPS Satisfied!

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- Keeps my computer safe and operating through the worst of storms.- Integrated display is extremely helpful for monitoring load and runtime None