Who Should Get it?
If you are a college student or work-from-home business owner with modest usage of computing equipment (nothing power-hungry) and network equipment (laptop, monitor, Internet router/modem, and printer) this APC UPS should be perfect for you.
Who Should NOT Get it?
I am not gonna lie, the power capacity of this UPS is only 420 watts, it is not really a lot but more than enough for decent office equipment and basic computing setup.
If you are expecting to plug in a laptop and a desktop computer and some more computing peripherals, this model is probably NOT for you. Instead, we would recommend that you check out this more powerful APC model.
Alternative Brands and Models
If you are looking for a higher power capacity model that could fuel your powerful-hungry gaming setups as well as heavy graphic rendering works, APC BX1350M (810 Watts) might be for you.
Where to Buy APC BR700G?
Besides Amazon, this model can also be purchased on eBay.
Buyers’ Opinions, Feedback and Reviews
Just as with most UPS devices, some buyers mentioned having some amount of noticeable buzzing noise. Personally, I kept mine in the study room hence the buzzing noise is not really an issue for me at night.
The LCD Screen display is set to dim after a minute of usage, some users do wish that it will stay lit throughout the day which I believe may not be ideal at all.
If the LCD screen stayed on 24 by 7, the LCD screen will probably burn out fast due to wear and tear.
Yes, I do agree with some buyers that having only 3 outlets with both power and surge protection is really a little on the low side. But if you are not under a budget constraint, getting this model should provide you with more protection outlets.
What Else to Know about APC BR700G?
Below are some useful downloads for APC BR700G should you need more information before getting one.
User manual
Specification Sheet
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I turn off the alarm?
Any alarm triggered by an event can be muted by pressing a button on the front panel.Â
How long will BR700G protect against power outage?
Depending on the power usage level, the amount of wattage used by your electrical equipment will determine how much run time is available in the event of a power outage.
Can I monitor BR700G over a network?
No. BR700G can only be power managed via USB connection. If you wish to monitor your UPS over the network, this model might be for you.
Bottomline – Should You Get One?
If you are looking for an entry-level UPS system with modest functions and features, BR700G is definitely more than sufficient for you.Â
It is highly recommended that you size up your UPS power load requirement if you are not sure of how much power your computing equipment and peripherals will need. Read up the UPS sizing-up section on this post.