At 08:51 AM 02/15/2000 , Jim Griffin wrote:
>Folks,
>
>Got a client with a power problem at home. His two computers, and
>assorted peripherals, were on surge protectors.
>
>When I went over to see what was wrong with a modem, his wife was
>vacuuming another room. Noticed the other computer re-booting. Yup, too
>much drain on the circuit; checked the breaker box in basement,
>professional install, everything up to code. Despite the surge
>protectors -- you can't depend on this stuff entirely -- his modem
>became an expensive fuse.
>
>While I'm familiar with the problems of power conditioning, it's not
>what I do for a living. I'll throw this out to the list to see what
>other folk recommend. While my client is looking for a low cost solution
>if possible, I'd like to hear other folk's options.


I have my Lan server and personal client machine, printer and scanner
connected to an APC Back-UPS 650 for about six months now.  I highly
recommend this unit, it has been trouble free and should meet your needs.
   http://www.apc.com/products/techspecs/index.cfm?base_sku=BK650M

      Bob Wright
The NOSPIN Group

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