Liebert UPStation GXT 1000RT-230
The Liebert UPStation GXT stands taller than all of the other UPSs in our test. At 430 x 177 x 522 (HWD), this UPS is large and weighs in at 26kg. You can also use the UPStation as a rack-mount UPS. There are two support bases that are supplied with the UPS that will add extra support if you sit the UPS upright. To install the UPS as a rack mount you have to lay the unit on its right side, remove the six rubber feet, and then attach the securing flanges. You can change the orientation of the display and you can even rotate the "Liebert UPStation GXT" plate. Conveniently, there are two handles located on the front panel of the UPS that will let you slide the UPS in and out of the rack.
There are a number of indicators on the front panel. There's a fault, bypass, UPS on, battery indicator, an AC input indicator, and load/battery level indicators (4 green and 1 amber). There are four power sockets and a serial outlet. There is provision for an Ethernet card, which can be installed in the IntelliSlot to allow you to monitor the UPS from the SiteNet SNMP Manager. You can also attach up to two optional battery cabinets to the UPS to provide additional runtime. The UPStation can provide an alternative path for mains power to the connected load by providing a bypass. In the unlikely event of a UPS failure, the UPS will automatically transfer the connected load to bypass which will allow the UPS to continue working. The UPS software was not supplied--we had to download the UPS software from the Internet. We downloaded SiteNet MultiLink UPS Monitoring & Shutdown Software and SiteNet SNMP Manager. The software is quite good overall. The UPS instrumentation screen is detailed; users can customise events and ensure graceful shutdowns. It is also possible to configure responses to UPS status changes, including support for e-mail, pagers, and on-screen notification.
The UPStation performed quite well in our run-down test. It managed 45:27 (min:sec) which was fourth best overall. It was, however, the most expensive UPS to run at $42 per minute. It was also the most expensively priced UPS at $1899, but for that you will get the most flexible UPS and some very nice added features.
Company: Liebert Corporation
Ph: 02 9743 8555
Price: AU$1899
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