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MGE Presents New Pulsar Evolution UPS Family


New Products Jan 22, 2002 by Jeff Shepard

MGE UPS Systems (Costa Mesa, CA) announced its new Pulsar Evolution UPS family. The Evolution is suitable for protecting rack-optimized servers, storage systems and Internet-working equipment against damaging and costly power disruptions.

The Evolution measures 1.75in high and is available in three power ratings of 500VA, 800VA and 1,100VA. The new ultra-dense rack-mount and desktop units offer users power protection for a wide variety of applications. The Evolution stores enough battery power to keep a hub, switch and router up for 45 minutes, or a Windows 2000/NT server running for up to 25 minutes (depending on server configuration). Microprocessor-controlled charging extends battery life up to 50 percent, while smart battery management ensures advanced warning when the hot-swappable batteries need replacement. In addition, the Evolution incorporates high-frequency line-interactive technology that delivers a sine-wave output, voltage correction and wide input-voltage tolerances.

Two programmable outlets can be used to quickly reset network devices remotely and allocate longer backup times to the most critical equipment. Data line-surge protection via an RJ-45 pass-through connector shields a modem or network interface card from surges and spikes transmitted by phone or network cabling. A cold-start capability allows users to turn on the UPS and connected equipment even after the power has failed. In addition, the Evolution features a cable-locking system to prevent hazardous disconnection of power cables.

The Pulsar Evolution product line is available now starting at $349. The new systems feature a comprehensive two-year warranty that includes battery replacement and comes with MGE’s exclusive $35,000 equipment protection warranty.