We purchased this to supplement a full tower UPS. We have been using this to power a PTZ IP Camera, Modem, and Router for almost 2 years now. And I felt this warranted a review. Firstly It beeps when the power goes out, which can get annoying after awhile, holding the power button disables this and it only makes one long beep after a power failure without the intermittent repeating wail. It works, and works well. With the modem and router hooked up during a power outage, the longest we lasted, was over 4 hours on the battery with no loss of network connectivity; power was restored before the battery died. It has held up through a few other outages, and brownouts. It has also fallen about 6 feet 3 times once onto hardwood, and twice onto carpet; it still works like the day it was refurbished out of the box.
If you're looking for an inexpensive, consumer grade UPS for your modem, router, and possibly IP phone (to retain E911/Network/WiFi service during a power outage over VOIP for example), this would be a great choice.
Note: this is only for low power draw devices! it does not have 3 plug grounded support, and only works with 2 pin outlets. Additionally, just because it fits, doesn't mean you should plug it into this, like a vacuum for example (I had a roommate do this, and the battery immediately shutoff; it didn't break so I'm assuming it protected itself.) Stick with low draw devices, like modem, routers, switches, cameras, phone chargers, etc. Avoid Vacuums, and other equipment with power draw over a few Amps.
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Back-UPS Connect BGE90M
At a Glance:
- Guaranteed protection and battery backup power for your valuable electronics, ensuring they remain safe from dangerous power disturbances
- Stay available and connected by powering critical low power and USB devices (wireless routers, broadband modems, VoIP or cordless phones, connected home hubs, and chargers for smartphones/tablets) during a blackout
APC Back-UPS Connect BGE90M
The electronic devices you rely on every day for communication, security, and entertainment such as networking equipment, computers, televisions, security systems, and gaming consoles are at risk of damage and disconnect due to unexpected blackouts, voltage fluctuations, and other power disruptions.
The APC by Schneider Electric Back-UPS Connect BGE90M provides instant battery power to your critical electronics when the power goes out, keeping you connected and available both personally and professionally for 4.5 hours of extended runtime. Additionally, the BGE90M UPS (uninterruptible power supply) offers guaranteed surge and lightning protection for attached devices. By connecting your valuable devices, you are ensuring these investments against potentially irreversible damage. When the power goes out, the APC BGE90M will power critical low power and USB devices including home networking equipment; allowing you to maintain your internet connection. This allows you to work productively, avoid the loss of valuable data, and safely shut down equipment.
What's in the Box:
- APC Back-UPS Connect BGE90M
- 5-foot power cord
- User's manual
Battery Backup Keeps Critical Components Running
The BGE90M UPS offers guaranteed backup battery power for your electronic devices. The compact and ultra-efficient design maximizes runtime for 4.5 hours. When power is interrupted or fluctuates outside safe levels, the BGE90M instantly provides clean battery power to your sensitive electronics. Work safely throughout brief outages or save your data and safely shut down electronics during extended outages.
Protection from Dangerous Surges and Spikes
The BGE90M features a total of three NEMA power outlets and two USB charging ports, all of which shield your devices against dangerous surges and spikes in voltage. The UPS is designed to protect low power devices such as wireless routers, broadband modems, VoIP or cordless phones, connected home hubs, and chargers for smartphones/tablets when there is an outage.
Quickly Recharge the Internal Battery
The internal battery of the BGE90M UPS charges quickly to ensure you'll be ready for the next outage.
At a Glance (continued):
- Guaranteed protection from surges and spikes caused by storms, lightning, circuit overloads, power cycling, etc.
- 4.5 hours of extended runtime
- Three NEMA outlets provide backup battery power and surge protection
- Two convenient USB ports recharge mobile devices, including smartphones and tablets, during an outage
- Fast recharge of the internal backup battery
- Compact, portable design
Warranty and Equipment Protection Policy
This UPS is covered by a three-year limited warranty. It also comes with a lifetime equipment protection policy. APC will repair or replace attached equipment that sustains surge-related damage while properly connected to a registered Back-UPS uninterruptible power supply unit.
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| Battery Runtime | Up to 3 hours | Up to 4.5 hours |
| Surge Energy Rating | 120 Joules | 120 Joules |
| Nominal Output Charge | 120V | 120V |
| Three NEMA Power Outlets | ✓ | ✓ |
| 2 USB Charging Ports | N/A | ✓ |
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| power outlets | 3 | 4 | 7 | 10 | 8 |
| size | 1 | 700VA | 600VA | 1000VA | 625VA |
| cable length | 152 centimeters | — | 5 feet feet | 6 feet feet | 5 feet feet |
| wattage | 75 watts | 420 watts | 330 watts | 600 watts | 360 watts |
| voltage | 120 volts | 120 volts | 120 volts | 120 volts | 120 volts |
| battery composition | sealed lead acid | sealed lead acid | sealed lead acid | sealed lead acid | sealed lead acid |
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2018 edit: the backup has been through a couple of power glitches now, and my internet connection stayed strong throughout. It powers all three devices for a good length of time: I tested it out, and it's at least 90 minutes, which is fine for my needs (I didn't discharge it completely.) My issues still stand: the plug configuration is inconvenient, and the alarm is LOUD (seriously, it's louder than any ups beeper I've heard.) as far as I know, there is no way to turn it off, which sucks. But I'm bumping my review up one star (and removed some angry ranting in the original review) because it works fine, even with its flaws (and it's cheap compared to a lot of battery backups.) buy a cheap power strip with this thing just in case.Original review:I installed this to power my modem, router, and small 8 port switch. I can confirm that it does successfully power all three from battery power, and I can keep my internet connection going even with the unit unplugged. That's about all I can say, though; functionally, it works fine. The design could stand to be much better, though.My issues are as follows:-The power light is unnecessarily bright. Easily fixed with a piece of tape.-The beeper when it is unplugged is incredibly loud. I have experience with multiple different APC PSU's, even a rack mounted one, and this one is by far the loudest I've heard.Most importantly:-THE PLUGS ARE THE WRONG WAY 'ROUND!!If your gear is 10+ years old, then it will probably work just fine. For the longest time in the early 2000's, manufacturers for some reason wanted you to only ever have one thing plugged into an outlet at a time, so designed their power bricks to block the ports around them. It's 2017 though, everyone makes the wall warts sideways now! You can plug everything into one power strip!Coincidentally, all 3 wall warts I had to plug in are sideways, which means that I can only fit two adapters on the backup. Luckily I also have some short extension cables, and I was able to rip the ground prong out of one and use it to plug in the last adapter, but that should not be necessary. They should have made the plugs face in the other orientation, to accommodate modern designs. Or at the very least spread them out more. Or possibly integrate those fancy rotating plugs that I've seen crop up occasionally.
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2018 edit: the backup has been through a couple of power glitches now, and my internet connection stayed strong throughout. It powers all three devices for a good length of time: I tested it out, and it's at least 90 minutes, which is fine for my needs (I didn't discharge it completely.) My issues still stand: the plug configuration is inconvenient, and the alarm is LOUD (seriously, it's louder than any ups beeper I've heard.) as far as I know, there is no way to turn it off, which sucks. But I'm bumping my review up one star (and removed some angry ranting in the original review) because it works fine, even with its flaws (and it's cheap compared to a lot of battery backups.) buy a cheap power strip with this thing just in case.
Original review:
I installed this to power my modem, router, and small 8 port switch. I can confirm that it does successfully power all three from battery power, and I can keep my internet connection going even with the unit unplugged. That's about all I can say, though; functionally, it works fine. The design could stand to be much better, though.
My issues are as follows:
-The power light is unnecessarily bright. Easily fixed with a piece of tape.
-The beeper when it is unplugged is incredibly loud. I have experience with multiple different APC PSU's, even a rack mounted one, and this one is by far the loudest I've heard.
Most importantly:
-THE PLUGS ARE THE WRONG WAY 'ROUND!!
If your gear is 10+ years old, then it will probably work just fine. For the longest time in the early 2000's, manufacturers for some reason wanted you to only ever have one thing plugged into an outlet at a time, so designed their power bricks to block the ports around them. It's 2017 though, everyone makes the wall warts sideways now! You can plug everything into one power strip!
Coincidentally, all 3 wall warts I had to plug in are sideways, which means that I can only fit two adapters on the backup. Luckily I also have some short extension cables, and I was able to rip the ground prong out of one and use it to plug in the last adapter, but that should not be necessary. They should have made the plugs face in the other orientation, to accommodate modern designs. Or at the very least spread them out more. Or possibly integrate those fancy rotating plugs that I've seen crop up occasionally.
Original review:
I installed this to power my modem, router, and small 8 port switch. I can confirm that it does successfully power all three from battery power, and I can keep my internet connection going even with the unit unplugged. That's about all I can say, though; functionally, it works fine. The design could stand to be much better, though.
My issues are as follows:
-The power light is unnecessarily bright. Easily fixed with a piece of tape.
-The beeper when it is unplugged is incredibly loud. I have experience with multiple different APC PSU's, even a rack mounted one, and this one is by far the loudest I've heard.
Most importantly:
-THE PLUGS ARE THE WRONG WAY 'ROUND!!
If your gear is 10+ years old, then it will probably work just fine. For the longest time in the early 2000's, manufacturers for some reason wanted you to only ever have one thing plugged into an outlet at a time, so designed their power bricks to block the ports around them. It's 2017 though, everyone makes the wall warts sideways now! You can plug everything into one power strip!
Coincidentally, all 3 wall warts I had to plug in are sideways, which means that I can only fit two adapters on the backup. Luckily I also have some short extension cables, and I was able to rip the ground prong out of one and use it to plug in the last adapter, but that should not be necessary. They should have made the plugs face in the other orientation, to accommodate modern designs. Or at the very least spread them out more. Or possibly integrate those fancy rotating plugs that I've seen crop up occasionally.
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