Spec me a UPS with Server 2019 compatibility

Nick1881 · 26 Sep 2020 at 12:37

I'm currently using a APC Backups UPS but their software doesn't work with Server 2019, it's also a bit too low powered.

I have a Dell Poweredge T30 and HP Microserver, I also would like to move my pfsense router and VM Superhub to the same place and have the UPS power them all.

It would be great to have about 15 minutes of run time and software that shuts down the servers when the battery starts to run low.

I don't have a huge budget, could spend £200 so used might be the best option.

Any suggestions? Thanks

Silicon Si · 26 Sep 2020 at 16:27

Have you tried the PowerChute Business Edition? its a free download i could never get the home version to work on win10 but that version works

Nick1881 · 26 Sep 2020 at 16:40

I haven't actually tried it as I don't have a compatible UPS, the Backups won't work with business edition and home edition won't install on a server.

They don't actually list 2019 on the APC site, only 2016.

I'm looking at the APC Smart UPS 1500VA, but when I look at them on the APC site it only shows business edition 32bit, though I think 64bit will work.

Nick1881 · 26 Sep 2020 at 17:12

Ok I've ordered the SMT1500i it will run 400w for 33 minutes and which should do the job, £200 delivered so not bad.

neil_g · 26 Sep 2020 at 17:28

pretty sure the business edition works. got my SUA1500 (the older non LCD version) working with PowerChute Network Shutdown on 2019 but I have a management card in mine (you can pick up an AP9617 for under £30 used).

also check ups-trader for replacement RBC7 batteries

Nick1881 · 26 Sep 2020 at 17:36

neil_g said:
pretty sure the business edition works. got my SUA1500 (the older non LCD version) working with PowerChute Network Shutdown on 2019 but I have a management card in mine (you can pick up an AP9617 for under £30 used).

also check ups-trader for replacement RBC7 batteries

Thanks, that's good to know.

I'm hoping to set up so it will shut down both servers if the battery level gets too low. Then I want to move my virgin modem and router so they are on the UPS too, then move the current UPS to the CCTV, I will be well covered then.

I ordered the SMT1500 from ups-trader, it comes with new batteries and 12 month warranty.

bremen1874 · 26 Sep 2020 at 17:38

With multiple connected servers, how are you planning on getting everything to shutdown cleanly? If you want to control more than one device you'll need some sort of expansion for it.

Nick1881 · 26 Sep 2020 at 17:39

bremen1874 said:
With multiple connected servers, how are you planning on getting everything to shutdown cleanly? If you want to control more than one device you'll need some sort of expansion for it.

I just spoke to my friend who set my servers up, he knows a way, he did tell me but it went over my head, I'll try to learn when he does it for me.