APCBack-UPS Pro Gaming UPS, 1500VA Sinewave Battery Backup, USB-C Charging & AVR, BGM1500B-US

Since getting this I've only had one short power outage but it kept my computer running just fine. I've also run a few self tests which have all passed and again my computer stayed on. The style is definitely subjective, I like that the screen is facing up since I have it on the floor and the top ring and rear light act like very dim nightlights.

Setup was a breeze. I'm running a Alienware R16 w/4060Ti graphic card and KTC 166Hz monitor that constantly alarmed my previous UPS. Two low power network devices also connected. Max load so far has not exceeded 42%. Small quirks: LED color control only changes the rear LED lighting. This light was helpful for seeing the plugs during setup but is now constantly on and I see no way of shutting it off. It has an exact match to the color of the R16 lighting. I also wish there was a way to keep the frontal display on constantly while a load is applied (i.e., I'm at my desk). Battery replacement is expected in 3-5 years which is a bit sooner than most. My previous battery lasted 7 years. Smaller than it looks in the pictures; a bit smaller than a half tower.

The APC Battery Backup has been a lifesaver! Since getting this, the power has gone out a couple of times, and it worked flawlessly each time. It kept my gaming setup running smoothly without any interruptions, allowing me to save progress and shut down safely.The setup was straightforward, and the unit is sleek and well-designed, fitting perfectly with my gaming setup. The sinewave technology ensures stable power, which is especially important for sensitive electronics like gaming PCs and consoles.It’s also quiet during operation, which is a huge plus. For the peace of mind and reliability it offers, this UPS is worth every penny. Highly recommend it for gamers or anyone looking to protect their devices from unexpected power outages!

Yall…I know I’m outta shape but THIS is ***k’n heavy af lol. I carried this thing all the way from the mail room up to my apartment and I got my workout in.Once you open the box, it’s pretty simple. You will have the ups itself, a data cable (for software? Idk…it doesn’t mention anything about it), and a small user Manual. You take the ups out and open the battery pack to connect the battery to the ups. It’s pretty easy. Again, this is very heavy so be careful when laying it on its side. I’m sure you know how to hook it up but there’s a picture guide on the box if you need it. I have not had a power outage in the last 10 minutes and I’m not going to test it right now bc my neighbors are asleep and also…I’m exhausted. Customizing your led color is a nice touch. It has a ring light on the front and an accent light on the back so you can have visibility of the outlets when you’re crawling under your desk. It also serves as nice mood lighting projected on your wall. The colors will change if there happens to be an alert. The user manual explains all the different alarms.There is one thing that I am not a fan of. And it’s very very picky. I think I have supersonic hearing but this ups gives off the tiniest ring of a certain high frequency that is just annoying, almost like a dog whistle. You can barely hear it and if I had it a few more feet away, I probably wouldn’t hear it. So far, it’s working great. I didn’t realize there was a white one; that one would’ve matched my tower better. Oh well. My power goes out all the time, so this was a good investment for me.

After dealing with this product and APC's support, I *finally* understand why we have so many electrical problems at work: Schneider Electric is trash. How the mighty have fallen.On the surface, I saw no need for a "gaming" UPS. However, given the current climate, this offered the best mix of price, number of outlets, voltage/wattage rating, and the sinewave feature that I wanted. I will reluctantly admit that I was excited about the LED display on the front, mainly so that I could see which devices in my setup were pulling the most power and under which conditions, so that I could properly plan for power cuts and choose 'Surge Only' vs 'Surge + Battery Backup' options accordingly. The light on the rear is annoying (personal preference), mainly in the fact that there is no option to completely switch it off. Red seemed to be the least offensive for My house.Anyway, I unbox the thing, get everything hooked up, and BOOM!; within a week we have a snow/sleet event. The power sags for about 30 seconds, and instead of switching over to battery backup, the UPS throws an 'F08' code and fails to switch over to battery backup. It literally had ONE JOB and failed. THANKFULLY, I was not playing when this happened, otherwise I would have been screwed relying on APC's slipshod garbage. Which is a lesson that bears repeating dear Reader: test your UPS *before* you need it, and every month afterwards. Plug everything up, pull the UPS plug from the wall and verify that it actually switches over to battery backup. Let everything run on the battery for a while to verify that it will actually hold for *approximately* the amount of time the LED (or manual) say it will. If it holds for 60 seconds and dies, call Schnieder Electric and raise hell.Finally, Amazon Support was useless. They treat everyone they speak to as if they have never installed a light bulb.

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