How to find a right UPS for Network devices

Here is some of tips to determine getting right UPS.

 

1. Selecting right UPS model

– Use below link to find one you want

http://www.apc.com/tools/ups_selector/index.cfm

 

2. Connection type

– Cisco Catalyst6500 series use NEMA L6-20P(20A) or NEMA 5-20P, if it uses 3000W power supply.

 

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Reference : http://www.apcmedia.com/salestools/SADE-5TNRML_R0_EN.pdf

 

3. Example : UPS for Cisco Catalyst 6509-E

Criteria

– 20~25 running time that is allow us to have enough time to shut system down system, if needed.
– Rack mountable with compact size.
– Affordable price.

 

As you know, there are many choices and options, but following model is my best pick.
Actually purchasing price will be higher or lower depend on where and who we purchase it from.
Good thing about this model is we could add additional batteries to increase running time

APC Symmetra RM 6kVA Scalable to 6kVA N+1 208/240V (SYH6K6RMT)- $6,300.00

1.  Rack mountable – 8U
2.  Network monitoring capability (SNMP)
3.  Running time 20min or higher(if add more batteries)
4.  Additional battery pack – SYRMXR4B4 $3,225.00

See more detailed about from here