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    Mecer 2400VA UPS + 2×100Ah batteries in enclosure

    Item: Mecer 2400VA UPS + 2×100Ah batteries Age: < 1 month Price: R5k Warranty: No Packaging: No (in steel enclosure) Condition: Excellent Location: Durban Shipping: If you want. Extremely heavy Collection: Yes Link to similar item: Mecer 2400VA Inverter + 2x 100AH Battery (8 HOUR BATTERY LIFE)...
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    Unshed My Load

    Hi With load shedding starting again this afternoon, I thought it would be a good time to post this. I started a website, unshedmyload.co.za, offering UPS power backups for routers and other small devices. The UPSs I offer are available in other shops, some cheaper, some more expensive...
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    RCT Line Interactive RCT-1000VAS UPS Software for Mac

    So I've just set up 3 RCT UPSs at home to keep the router and iMac safe during loadshedding, but I can't seem to find any monitoring software for the RCT UPS for Mac OS. It came with a CD, but of course the iMac doesn't have drive to play it on. Anyone know where I can find the software online...
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    Synology DS220+ NAS Review

    Initially this review contained bad pictures and were centered around finding out if the Synology DS220+ was more suitable than a DIY NAS solution, in the form of my old HP N54L. Then 2 things happened: @bwana inspired me to retake my pics - but they are only marginally better now, so forgive...
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    The cheapest backup power devices for staying online during load-shedding

    The cheapest backup power devices for staying online during load-shedding With load-shedding returning amid the growing adoption of remote working due to the COVID-19 pandemic, South Africans are in need of backup power solutions to keep them online at home. The good news is that Internet...
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    Assistance on inverter requirement

    Hi all, bit of a newb on this topic, hence want to reach out to those with knowledge. we recently purchased a place and want to put a inverter in place to take us through the (many) load sheddings to come. unfortunately we cannot put any solar in (complex rules) nor any form of noisy...
  8. Retro1337

    UPS advice needed.

    Hi, so recently ive been using this for my fibre setup https://www.takealot.com/rct-1000va-line-interactive-ups/PLID32714411 for the passed 6 months but due to the constant loadshedding they battery has decided it couldnt take it anymore so i returned it and got my refund. Now im looking for a...
  9. Budza

    El-Cheapo UPS Battery replacement: Can I use Lithium (LiPo)?

    I've got one of these: https://www.takealot.com/rct-850va-line-interactive-ups/PLID32714233 The battery doesn't last more than 30min after 1yr of running ONT + WiFi Router (that's the only load it has). To replace that, I can buy another SLA battery, but couldn't I just drop in one of these...
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    Replacement batteries for Mecer 2000VA UPS

    I have a Mecer 2000VA UPS that needs to have batteries replaced What batteries does this take? Where can I get replacement batteries from?
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    Alternative software for Mecer UPS

    I currently have a Mecer 2000VA UPS that uses ViewPoint software which I have loaded on my microserver to monitor things ViewPoint makes use of Flash which is no longer supported from December 2019 I am told Can anyone recommend alternative software for this UPS to use as not sure when Flash...
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    Looking for: USB to RJ-45 (cable)

    Never seen such a thing. But need one to make computer speak with UPS. Anyone seen one, know where to find one?
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    Router backup power

    Hello, first post so.... With Eskom sending us back to the primitive days, I want to get a UPS or backup battery thing for my fibre CPE box and router. I've got an "Asus RT-AC87U AC2400" router, and I'm not at all familiar with figuring what would work with this or not. My CPE is the Raycore...
  14. Tim_vb

    [Sale] RCT 2000VA Line Interactive UPS

    Item name: RCT 2000VA Line Interactive UPS - 1200 W, LED display - SA Plug Socket Age and condition: 3 year - Great condition refreshed batteries last month Do you include packaging: No Warranty: No Reason for selling: House is now on backup power Price: R1 000 Negotiable: Yes Location: Sandton...
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    Replacement battery for UPS

    I have an UPS whose battery has reached the end of its life Can I get a replacement battery for this anywhere at a reasonable price? Any suggestions? See attached photos of battery and UPS model
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    Upgrading UPS with 2 X 18ah battery

    This is an overview of an upgrade to my RCT 2000VA UPS with 2 x 18ah batteries. *** Consult a qualified electrician to assist you with this sort of project due to shock and fire risks. Working with high voltages is EXTREMELY DANGEROUS. I accept no liability for anyone following these steps. ***...
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    UPS powered through generator

    During power outages my home is hooked up to a small 6.5Kva generator. Which UPS system, available in South Africa, is best for running off a home generator? My current UPS keeps switching to backup mode due to the generators power fluctuations. Budget is an issue!
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    ViewPower 2.14 hibernate rather than shutdown

    Hi all, I have my PC set to restart when the power is restored. I am using RCT-2000VAS and Viewpower 2.14 I don't want to shutdown my PC but rather hibernate I have Windows 10 and I have enabled hibernation. if I run "shutdown /h /t 1" the PC hibernates as expected and if I 'restore' the...
  19. werfie

    Router Battery Backup

    Anyone using anyone of these two to backup ADSL router during power outages? If so, any feedback or other relatively cheap solutions? https://www.geewiz.co.za/ups/80323-linkqnet-epower-12v-25w-dc-ups-for-d-link-routers.html OR...
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    FTTH and small UPS

    HI All I'm in an area with lots of power outages. I'm looking for a small UPS that does not cost to much to power the 1.) Calix Fibre CPE, 2.) Mikrotik Router and 3). Apple Airport Extreme. I would prefer it if the above items could be powered for about 12 hours. The reason for this is so ghat...
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    Where to buy UPS online?

    RCT UPS toast. Looking at APC (to run an iMac, so small wattage is okay). Needed urgently (thanks Eskom). Recommendations for Cape Town area? Thanks in advance.
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