Powerware 5115 750i and Powerware 5115 1000i
The 750i and 1000i Powerware UPSs are very similar in appearance, though the 1000i weighs an extra 200 grams. Both use two 12V batteries, but the 1000i uses 9AH batteries compared to the 750i's 7.2AH batteries. The 1000i also has six output sockets compared to 750i's four. Each of the Powerware UPSs have a network transient protector and a single communications port. Dip switches on the rear panel are used to configure the output voltage and input voltage. The default output voltage is 230V and the input voltage range was set to 207V-243V.
The front panels on both of the units were identical. There are four indicators, a power on indicator, on battery, overload, and a service indicator. The two units will also let you know of any condition or problems with the UPS by setting off an alarm. There is an alarm that will let you know if there is a fault with the UPS fan, whether the battery is running low, and if the power requirements exceed the capacity of the UPS.
The 5115 comes with FailSafe III for standalone systems. This is software that includes some great power scheduling features. Administrators are able to define their own shutdown and startup processes. The system monitor is extensive with detailed numeric and graphical displays--users will not have any problems determining the status and operating environment of their computer.
The Powerware 1000i managed quite a good run down time of 32:25. It performed better than the Sola 1000VA UPS, Upsonic UPS, and Tripp Lite. The 1000i was also the least expensive UPS to run. In our run-down tests it cost $25 per minute to run. The 1000i is an excellent all round UPS. It comes with good software and is quite affordable. The 1000i performed better than all the other UPSs priced under $1000. There wasn't a great deal of difference between the performance of the Powerware 750i and Sola 750; the 750i, however, is a little cheaper. The Powerware UPSs are excellent for protecting your servers and workstations. The 1000i will give you enough time and the flexibility to guard the integrity of your equipment, and if you're looking for a dependable UPS with good software and you're on a tight budget, the 750i would be an excellent buy.
Company: Powerware./ Invensys.
Ph: 02 9878 5000
Price: AU$623/$825
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