Interactive Ups APC BX1600MI

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Works very well, as does the software. Lights along the front clearly inspired by a Tesla Powerwall 2.Be aware though that it only has IEC outlets which is annoying if you need to connect some power adaptors with UK 3-pin plugs. You will probably have to buy in a power strip with IEC plug. It would have been better to sacrifice a couple of IEC sockets for one UK mains one.

Performance:GreatBest Feature:AVR and Backup BatteryProduct Quality:GreatWell packed when shipped. Works as advertised. I will order again.

Christopher's review of APC BX1600MI :: Back UPS, 1600VA, 230V

Pros: Does what it said on the tinCons: Nothing.

Good capacity, but a bit scary

Using one of these to protect a gaming rig, home server and router/wifi API - and another for my TV and games console - from power issues. It gives me approximately 5-10 minutes to safely power down under full load, and about 45 minutes with just the server and networking kit.The USB connection can be used with apcupsd on Linux (with a little tweaking) to automatically schedule a shut down. It's also possible to use this to connect to Home Assistant - again, with a reasonable amount of tweaking involved!So why is it scary? Well, it has a yellow battery disconnect tab that you need to install before first use. I purchased two of these - and in both cases, inserting this caused a loud, bright arc. Push it in quickly and it's totally fine, but there are ways of ... MoreUsing one of these to protect a gaming rig, home server and router/wifi API - and another for my TV and games console - from power issues. It gives me approximately 5-10 minutes to safely power down under full load, and about 45 minutes with just the server and networking kit.The USB connection can be used with apcupsd on Linux (with a little tweaking) to automatically schedule a shut down. It's also possible to use this to connect to Home Assistant - again, with a reasonable amount of tweaking involved!So why is it scary? Well, it has a yellow battery disconnect tab that you need to install before first use. I purchased two of these - and in both cases, inserting this caused a loud, bright arc. Push it in quickly and it's totally fine, but there are ways of mitigating this arcing which they've chosen to omit - presumably for cost reasons.Second, the inverters that run when it's on battery power are loud and buzzy - and for the first couple of changovers you'll hear some crackling noises from the relays when they close. It's a bit alarming in the home environment, especially when all the lights have just gone out.So far, though, I'm happy with these!

Power back up during power outage

Backup during power outages works well. It does make a beeping noise while the outage is on, but if fully charged it is minimal. As the battery runs down it becomes more frequent, by then I have switched off. The only down side for me is that it does not have a 3-point plug point, which means due to my laptop battery adapter I had to purchase a universal adapter with the correct fittings. Additional cables for the screens backup is readily available and affordable.

milton's review of APC BX1600MI :: Back UPS, 1600VA, 230V

Pros: The price is ok for a 1600VA UPSCons: I've returned it because the batteries are not replaceable.This was confirmed by APC support.