Meir portnoy - Articles

How to Evaluate Size and Spot the Right Data Center UPS

When considering Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS), for a data center application, UPS VA is generally used to appraise UPS Size. New computers however, designed to comply with recent green oriented server standards, feature input power factor correction which requires considering UPS Watt capacity when sizing a UPS. Two figures Volt -... Read

By: Meir portnoy | 13/09/2009 | Computers

Uninterruptible Power Supply - Consider Required Watts Before Buying a UPS

UPS VA is the common figure used to appraise UPS Size. New computers, designed to comply with recent green oriented standards, feature input power factor correction which requires considering UPS Watt capacity when sizing a UPS. The article explains the relevant terms, guiding the reader how to size a UPS and where to find main brands Rack Mounted systems as well as the information needed to select a proper UPS. Read

By: Meir portnoy | 25/08/2009 | Information Technology

Uninterruptible Power Supply - 7 Points to Smart Cost Effective UPS Selection

Smart UPS selection, before buying an Uninterruptible Power Supply, awards generously those that consider cost effective solutions. By surveying the market, looking around, checking what is available at what prices, and considering the recommended points, dramatic cost saving can be made, reaping additional performance benefits. The smart guiding points show examples, how based on information from UPSonNet site, thousands of dollars can be saved. Read

By: Meir portnoy | 27/05/2009 | Information Technology

Taking Care of Power Equipment and Carrying On in Stormy Weather

Power Loss incidents cause tremendous damages to hardware and data. Most power outages occur in stormy season, mainly because of defective transformers, standby generators and underground cables, which fail in harsh environment. Such outages, do not happen due to acts of God but due to negligence of humans, that can be avoided. Regular maintenance schedule, exercising and monitoring can foresee and solve possible problems, before the storms come. Read

By: Meir portnoy | 18/03/2009 | Information Technology