The Difference Between Power Strips And Power Backups
Difference between Power Strips and Power BackupsWhen most people invest hundreds of dollars into a new computer, they fail to realize the necessity for an adequate power strip or battery backup system. One of the most common brands in power protection is through the use of an APC Power Strip or similar APC battery backup system. The intention of this article is to help readers understand the difference between power strips and power backups. We will discuss the main differences in functionality and costs.
A power strip is basically a surge protector with several outlets that allows you to connect electronic devices such as a computer, gaming console, stereo, or television. Products like the APC power strip are one of the most common to the market to help protect these devices from surges. The APC Power strip or a power strip from a similar manufacturer is most often used in protecting personal computers from surge damage. If a surge hits a computer, it is almost guaranteed that it will crash your computer running the risk that you could lose all of your important data and files. On the other hand, battery powered backup systems like an APC battery backup go above and beyond your typical power strip. Battery powered backups like the APC battery backup systems are designed to protect your computer and electronics from power surges as well as brown and black out where you lose all power. Some of these products similar to an APC battery backup system have software that allows the computer to recognize these changes in power and turn itself off safely before the battery runs out. When deciding which the best battery backup system for you, be sure to choose wisely. Simple surge protectors like an APC Power Strip are great to help protect simple products and electronics; however, if data security is a big concern, it makes sense to make the investment in a more robust backup system like an APC battery backup system. Also, be sure to look over your computer system and buy a battery backup system that can handle the equipment connected to it. Be warned though that some battery backup systems can cost well over $100; however, the investment in the best battery backup system is often much cheaper than having to replace a computer, server, or TV. For more information on power strips and battery backup systems visit: www.ishopit.com
Posted by Dave Date: Saturday, November 21, 2009
Categories: Computer Backup
Tags: Backups, Between, Difference, Power, Strips
Serial ATA or IDE 2.5 and 3.5 to USB 2.0 Cable Adapter Converter with Auto Backup Button Full 2A Power Supply
Product Description
The Hi-Speed USB 2.0 to Serial ATA (SATA) or IDE 2.5 and 3.5 Drive Adapter creates a bridge between one USB 1.1/2.0 port and one Serial ATA or SATA-based mass storage device port. The USB 2.0 to SATA and IDE 2.5 /3.5 Drive Adapter turns any SATA or IDE hard drive into a convenient external drive. Easily transfer files from computer or notebook, back up files, or store large file archives on hard drives. The Hi-Speed USB 2.0 interface provides for easy installation with its Plug and Play design. The adapter supports all existing Serial ATA SATA and IDE drives 2.5 or 3.5
Features:
* Access any 2.5 /3.5 ‘/5.25 SATA or IDE drive through Hi-Speed USB 2.0 port
* Compatible with any SATA or IDE drives of any brand or any size
* 2A AC power supply to ensure enough power for the most power-consuming drives
* Plug and Play. Hot swapping
* Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP/Vista/Mac OS X (Driver ONLY necessary for Windows 98SE).
Specs:
* USB 2.0 to Serial ATA (SATA) or IDE Cable
* Connect any device with an SATA and IDE Interface to a PC with USB interface
* Transfer rate supports 480Mb/sec
* Complies with USB 2.0 standards
* Backwards compatible to USB 1.1 standards
* Complies with SERIAL ATA (ATA) and IDE
* Supports SATA and enhanced SATA hard drives
* Supports SATA CD-ROM/R/RW DVD-ROM etc.
* External power adapter for SATA devices
Product Requirements
* Microsoft Windows 98SE/2000/ME/XP/Vista. Mac OS X
* Available PCI slot/
* CD-ROM drive
Package Contents:
* SATA+IDE 2.5/3.5 to USB 2.0 Adapter with Auto Backup Button
* 2A Power Supply with Power Cord
* SATA Cable
* SATA Power Cable for SATA HDD
* One CD software
Warranty: 1 year
Serial ATA or IDE 2.5 and 3.5 to USB 2.0 Cable Adapter Converter with Auto Backup Button Full 2A Power Supply
Posted by Dave Date: Saturday, November 7, 2009
Categories: File Backup
Tags: Adapter, Auto, Backup, Button, Cable, Converter., Full, Power, Serial, Supply