Is the APC BE750G Power Saving Battery Back-UPS compatible with my MAC desktop computer?
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Go to the product page. http://www.apc.com/resource/include/techspec_index.cfm?base_sku=BE750G&ISOCountryC;ode=us&segmentID;=1&tsk;= You will see it is compatible. The software is to auto shut things down in the correct sequence under certain chosen circumstances. In other words a long brown out could save the data, shut down the computer and leave the printer to finish the job in queue. Some units have more enhancements than others. If you went to lunch with a computer on, it could be properly shut down under certain circumstance. If you check with APC you can find your answers and get their Currents Magazine. Go to the product page. http://www.apc.com/resource/include/techspec_index.cfm?base_sku=BE750G&ISOCountryC;ode=us&segmentID;=1&tsk;= You will see it is compatible. The software is to auto shut things down in the correct sequence under certain chosen circumstances. In other words a long brown out could save the data, shut down the computer and leave the printer to finish the job in queue. Some units have more enhancements than others. If you went to lunch with a computer on, it could be properly shut down under certain circumstance. If you check with APC you can find your answers and... » Read More Go to the product page. http://www.apc.com/resource/include/techspec_index.cfm?base_sku=BE750G&ISOCountryC;ode=us&segmentID;=1&tsk;= You will see it is compatible. The software is to auto shut things down in the correct sequence under certain chosen circumstances. In other words a long brown out could save the data, shut down the computer and leave the printer to finish the job in queue. Some units have more enhancements than others. If you went to lunch with a computer on, it could be properly shut down under certain circumstance. If you check with APC you can find your answers and get their Currents Magazine. « Show Less
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Yes. I have this unit backing up my pellet stove and a similar (different brand) backing up my computer / printer / screen.
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Patricia, I am afraid I am not tech minded enough to give you a for sure answer about this, but my computer guy said that because I had a good deal of electrical items I would do well to get this power saving device. Actually it is a surge protector which allows the appliances (ie: computer, monitor, adding machine, electric pencil sharpner, computer speakers, printer, routers, and phone) from being damaged during a power surge or outage. If the electricity goes out then the battery will still allow you to use the computer for a short time until it looses it's charge. That is basically all the computer tech told me but I can't see why it would not work on either Mac's or PC's. Hope this helps. Patricia, I am afraid I am not tech minded enough to give you a for sure answer about this, but my computer guy said that because I had a good deal of electrical items I would do well to get this power saving device. Actually it is a surge protector which allows the appliances (ie: computer, monitor, adding machine, electric pencil sharpner, computer speakers, printer, routers, and phone) from being damaged during a power surge or outage. If the electricity goes out then the battery will still allow you to use the computer for a short time until it looses it's charge. That is basically all... » Read More Patricia, I am afraid I am not tech minded enough to give you a for sure answer about this, but my computer guy said that because I had a good deal of electrical items I would do well to get this power saving device. Actually it is a surge protector which allows the appliances (ie: computer, monitor, adding machine, electric pencil sharpner, computer speakers, printer, routers, and phone) from being damaged during a power surge or outage. If the electricity goes out then the battery will still allow you to use the computer for a short time until it looses it's charge. That is basically all the computer tech told me but I can't see why it would not work on either Mac's or PC's. Hope this helps. « Show Less
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It should work on Mac with no problems. My Mac detected it and showed up in the system preferences under the Energy Saver section. No additional software had to be installed.
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No, it has a 120 volt power suooly with a USB connection. It works fine on Windows Vista and 8. Can't comment on Mac. Hope this help.Art
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Yes, I've used (3) APC RS 1500 model Back UPS units in home office since firsts introduced & recently replaced the wornout RBC33 battery in each. Fit and work perfectly!
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Yes it is. I use it as a "Time Machine" backup for my iMac running Yosemite 10.10.2.
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According to APC site, yes.http://www.apc.com/resource/include/techspec_index.cfm?base_sku=be750bb
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Hi there,The power is supplied through the USB 3 cable by the PC or the Mac.And it works perfectly well.As simple as that.Cheers.Bernard
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i dont think so. here is a link to the battery selector. http://www.apc.com/tools/upgrade_selector/index.cfm
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Using it with my MacPro, power to the outlets remains on while the computer is sleeping.
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I'm sorry: Mark's question is beyond by level of tech-savvy. I'm using my LaCie FDD with my PowerBook G4. It works equally well with our MacBook Pro. I use it too with an G3 and and iMac. Its versatility is marvelous. It accepts my floppy disks, of any vintage, without a blip. But as to its use with esoteric programs, I have no idea.I wish Mark well in his quest.
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yes. I am using it on a G4 Powerbook MAC and I have used it on a Windows computer also. Its a good buy for mild to moderate use. It will accept at least 360 Gig 2.5 HDD Sata or IDE
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I would not be concerned as much about the system resources used as much as the power drawn. They pull ~500 mA each which can be a concern if your laptop has other usb devices plugged in as well. In my experience my old macbook couldn't handle the power consumption. I would suggest using a powered usb hub if you want to run from your laptop.
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Yes, you can have a ups to plug your psu into. I would looking at the AFC BE750G Power Saving Battery Back-UPS it will last for about 30 minutes after the power goes out.
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yes, but you must have a SATA power connector to connect to the SATA power on the add on card. If you do not have extra connector in Mac, you may need to buy a Y-splitter cable which is not included in the package
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I'm not 100% sure. I know my Mac tells me when the battery gets below 20% so at that point I just put it on the charger, so you shouldn't run into your scenario ever.
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Do not have that configuration so cannot answer. I, however have had no problems with my Anker hub on my MacBook Air and I have a Western Digital 1 T disk as my backup device. No problems after 4 months.
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I have the same MacPro. I purchased the 4 port card and did not need to run the internal power when the hard drives (or other usb devices) were externally powered. I even ran a bus powered drive off of it. Then I read that for bus powered drives it was *recommended* to have the internal power, but I haven't found a good source for that cable (please let me know if you find one). In the end, if you are externally powering, then either will work.
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My power supply worked out of the box and is still running on 1/2 load powering a Mac computer. This unit is so reasonably priced that if you are having problems with it, I would suggest just ordering another one.