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APC Back-UPS CS, 500 (300-W/500-VA), Beige  

Shield high-performance PCs and workstations against power changes.

BK500

Extended Double Diamond™ Warranty Available
(Three years for two)

Product Highlights

  • Instant battery backup protects data from being lost in power outages and brownouts.
  • Full-time surge suppression safeguards against lightning and power spikes.
  • Full-time multipole noise filtering.


    • Description

    APC Back-UPS CS 500 (300-W/500-VA), Beige


    Quick Facts

  • Instant battery backup protects data from being lost in power outages and brownouts.
  • Full-time surge suppression safeguards against lightning and power spikes.
  • Full-time multipole noise filtering.

    • Further Details

  • Circuit breaker forces the UPS to disconnect itself from utility power if it detects an overload condition.
  • Two of the receptacles accept transformer blocks.
  • Includes straps to manage power cords plugged into the UPS.
  • Uses USB connection to communicate with UPS during management software installation. USB cable and software are included.
  • Site-wiring fault indicator identifies potentially dangerous wiring problems.
  • Gives you the runtime needed for you to work through power disturbances, save data, and shut down safely.
  • Three outlets provide battery backup and surge protection. Use to connect a data-sensitive computer, monitor, and external disk or CD-ROM drive.
  • Also has three surge protection-only outlets for plugging in and protecting equipment not requiring continuous operation.
  • RJ-11 ports offer lightning surge protection for any device connected to the telephone line, such as a modem or phone. Compatible with DSL and HPNA standards, as well as all modem data rates.
  • Optimized for use with Windows® 98/Me/2000/XP systems to support data reporting, data saving, and unattended shutdown of computers connected to the UPS.
  • Offers 300-watt/500-VA output power capacity.

    • What’s included
  • (1) CD with software (APC PowerChute® Personal Edition)
  • cord-management straps
  • (1) USB cable
  • (1) user’s manual
    • NOTE: This product works with:
  • APC PowerChute PLUS Software
    Questions? Contact our FREE Tech Support.


    • Technical Specifications for APC Back-UPS CS, 500 (300-W/500-VA), Beige:

    Diagnostics — LEDs: On Line; On Battery; Replace Battery; Overload;
    Audible alarms: On battery, distinctive low battery alarm, overload continuous tone alarm
    Output Power Capacity — 300 W/500 VA
    Outlets — (3) surge plus battery backup, (3) surge only
    Protected Telephone/Fax/Modem Ports — (1) RJ-11 in, (1) RJ-11 out
    Runtimes — Maximum: 1 hour, 2 minutes at 50 W/80V;
    Full load: 2 minutes (300 W);
    Half load: 14 minutes (150 W)
    Surge Energy Rating — 1020 joules
    Interface — (1) 10-pin RJ-45 (interfaces with a computer’s USB port via the included RJ-45-to-USB cable)
    Power — Primary voltage: 120 VAC, 50/60 Hz
    Size — 6.5"H x 3.6"W x 11.2"D (16.5 x 9.2 x 28.4 cm)
    Weight — 13.8 lb. (6.2 kg);
    Warranty — 2 years
    This product works with:
  • APC PowerChute PLUS Software
    Questions? Contact our FREE Tech Support.

    NOTE: Technical specification weight is the unit weight. It is not the packaged shipping weight. For shipping weight, please contact Black Box customer service at 877-877-2269.


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    Double Diamond Warranty

    Standard Manufacturer's Warranty


    A Two year warranty is included.

    Extended Two years for one Warranty Available


    Protect your purchase with an additional Two years for oneDouble Diamond™ warranty!
    Cost: $10.34

    Extended Three years for two Warranty Available


    Protect your purchase with an additional Three years for twoDouble Diamond™ warranty!
    Cost: $20.67

    Diamond

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    Coverage:

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    The Double Diamond™ Warranty is our no-questions-asked warranty that protects your Black Box® brand products* from accidental damage, including drops, water, and power surges.

    Most products come with a one- or two-year warranty. Some products, such as copper cables, manual switches, cabinets, and racks, are guaranteed for life! Standard Warranty features are as follows:

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    If it's not right, send it back.
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    Warranty Compared

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    Warranty Length One Year to Lifetime, Depending on the Product. Read the fine print.
    Guaranteed for Life! Black Box® Brand Copper Cables, Manual Switches and More! No.
    Accidental Damage 100% Covered! No.
    Water Damage 100% Covered! No.
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