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i’m looking for a 2000-2200 VA UPS mainly to handle switchover for my system, which can draw upto 1300w, maybe 1500w(?) under load. most of the UPS units i’ve checked have smaller sockets, but i need something that either supports 16a plugs or has a reliable way to adapt them. thanks!

also, how are the artis and cyberpower UPSes?

edit: 14700k, 4090, 1000w, two monitors (380w max), speakers (~100w) and a motorized desk(~___w?). my primary concern is ensuring everything is protected against power fluctuations and reliable switchover support. i was thinking of getting an inverter for the other appliances in the house and a ups for the computer, i'm not very sure how to go about this and what the optimal setup would be
 
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zr0 said:
which can draw upto 1300W, maybe 1500W
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What are the specs and PSU being used?
It's better to go with an Inverter or online ups (with an increase in overall power consumption) instead of the 2200va PC ups. Some forum members have experimented using lithium batteries instead of lead acid ones here.
I have seen many mixed reviews of the cyberpower 2200va ups and opted for an inverter for more backup.
 
Alucard1729 said:
What are the specs and PSU being used?
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14700k, 4090, 1000w, two monitors (380w max), speakers (~100w) and a motorized desk(~___w?). my primary concern is ensuring everything is protected against power fluctuations and reliable switchover support. i was thinking of getting an inverter for the other appliances in the house and a ups for the computer, i'm not very sure how to go about this and what the optimal setup would be
 
I've got a 2000w PSU (SuperFlower plat) and 3 gpus, with system pulling around 1600watts full tilt. Had to source an Online UPS from used source -- based in Delhi, there is a guy providing old datacenter type UPS refurbished with new batteries. Took the risk and it worked out. He's actually pretty good to work with. I'm new here so I don't want to upset anyone by posting the name as I don't personally know the guy but definitely have received a good working online UPS for very good price.
 
zr0 said:
i’m looking for a 2000-2200 VA UPS mainly to handle switchover for my system, which can draw upto 1300w, maybe 1500w? under load. most of the UPS units i’ve checked have smaller sockets, but i need something that either supports 16a plugs or has a reliable way to adapt them. thanks!

also, how are the artis and cyberpower UPSes?

edit: 14700k, 4090, 1000w, two monitors (380w max), speakers (~100w) and a motorized desk(~___w?). my primary concern is ensuring everything is protected against power fluctuations and reliable switchover support. i was thinking of getting an inverter for the other appliances in the house and a ups for the computer, i'm not very sure how to go about this and what the optimal setup would be
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APC 2200VA Line Interactive UPS @ 16k​

Link: https://www.amazon.in/APC-2200VA-Line-Interactive-UPS/dp/B08R8CSCWP?ref_=ast_sto_dp

Don't go with either Artis or Cyberpower UPS's Ok.
I am using APC Back-UPS BX1100C-IN 1100VA / 660W since 5 years and it still is giving backup to my PC.
 
akaash said:
I've got a 2000w PSU (SuperFlower plat) and 3 gpus, with system pulling around 1600watts full tilt. Had to source an Online UPS from used source -- based in Delhi, there is a guy providing old datacenter type UPS refurbished with new batteries. Took the risk and it worked out. He's actually pretty good to work with. I'm new here so I don't want to upset anyone by posting the name as I don't personally know the guy but definitely have received a good working online UPS for very good price.
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Do share what u got and price and details of the seller also in DM
 
akaash said:
I'm new here so I don't want to upset anyone by posting the name as I don't personally know the guy but definitely have received a good working online UPS for very good price.
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You can post it, as it will help others in the same boat.
When I was searching for one I came across these used online ups (on OLX there was this nikan power solution) but didn't go that with it as I was concerned with the longevity. You either get lucky or end up with dead weight because of the unavailability of parts. One case I've already seen in TE.
These used units from the likes of Eaton, APC, and Delta among others can't be easily repaired and the 6-month warranty that's given by sellers is much less and the repair cost or AMC would nearly cost the same amount as the used UPS or more. Another factor for me was the extra power added to your bill from the double-conversion nature.

So for someone who requires peace of mind, I went with the luminous Optimus three-battery solution for now and that takes care of my computer room and the lighting and fans. All my PSUs have good hold-up time and as per reviews that's around 20ms or slightly more. Even if that degrades, I'd buy a line of interactive ups for each system. All the PCs are plugged into Belkin surge-protected power strips. You'd have to buy a stabilizer if there's an overvoltage issue in your area.
 
From my research, unfortunately holdup time at full draw is far lower even for the best of PSUs, with exception of particular Corsair unit.
If it's ok to post, the supplier was indeed Nikan power. Unit received was Delta with 6 new batteries for total cost of 21k. I consider this very reasonable considering new cost of same is significantly higher. The inverter + individual UPS setup is exactly what was considered in the beginning, but upon more research came to realize my needs required higher level of power conditioning as I'm running an EPYC system with many GPUs, and downtime and data loss being more costly than a bit more on the power supply. If you're comfortable in trusting local voltages, for a traditional PC setup with a beefier than needed PSU, the Line Interactive one posted above is likely the better deal.
 
I am using a 2kva delta online UPS, which costed me 26K with internal batteries. It's better to go with an internal one if you have secondary backup for eg genset.
 
akaash said:
I'm running an EPYC system with many GPUs, and downtime and data loss being more costly than a bit more on the power supply.
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Better get some AMC or a guarantee for the ups from the guy, parts are more scarce for Delta than APC or Eaton. Good to see another EPYC user, which gen are you on?
 
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