September 25, 2010

Dream Rack.. visualized

Here is the drawing if I could re-do my server rack system.


  1. UPS : 5000va 208v APC XL UPS -- Great value, includes 120v outlets, Extended run option and decent runtime.
  2. Battery Pack 3U -- Adds another 1hour to my runtime
  3. APC PDU Model AP7541 -- connects to 30amp receptacle in UPS and outputs those C13 and C19 ports for computers and power supplies  (we dont sell these)
  4. Extension Cable -- Maybe you dont need it, but being able to have the entire rack powered by a nearby receptacle or generator in a pinch is critical for use.  We would just toss the extra cable on top of the rack
  5. Surge Suppressors  -  We use the IT Protector brand, its really the only one to trust
  6. Flood Stick light - When the power goes down its nice to have a light that can't walk away.  The LED type wont drain the UPS very much.