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Protect computers and other delicate electronic equipment from power surges and data loss with this APC Back-UPS uninterrupted power supply. It provides surge protection as well as battery backup so that nothing is damaged or lost during a thunderstorm. This APC Back-UPS uninterrupted power supply also includes a USB port for charging phones and other devices.
 
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Great Backup
on November 6, 2017
Posted by: Dilbert
from Atlanta, GA
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This is a terrific battery backup for networking and other equipment. I purchased and installed this after a for APC failed following it's 15th birthday. The new APC is smaller than the 1200 I formerly owned. During a recent power outage, it powered my router, DSL modem, switch, and a RasberryPi for longer than the local internet provider's own backup power. I was able to continue to use the Internet service until the service provider's service dropped. My only complaint is that many network power supply plugs are turned 90 degrees to all for space on a straight strip. This APC also turned the plugs 90 degrees which means not much can fit.
Be aware there is a similar version to this unit that does not come with a USB plug. I purchased the version with USB.
My Best Buy number: 0409172087
My Best Buy number: 0409172087
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I would recommend this to a friend!
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Get to work on your Microsoft Surface Pro 3, Surface Pro 4, Surface Pro 5, Surface Pro 6 or Surface Book with this Microsoft PD9-00003 Surface Dock, which features USB 3.0, Gigabit Ethernet, 3.5mm audio and Mini DisplayPort interfaces, so you can connect a host of accessories and charge your device while you use it.
 
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Worthwhile if you need a dock
on October 30, 2015
Posted by: Dilbert
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It's a little on the expensive side. However, it beats having a separate USB3 dock and power. All it takes is one cable connecting to the power port.
The block versus a slide in dock should make it useable in future models unless they change the charging port. Microsoft can change the size, shape, and form but keep the same dock. Hopefully, they will stick to a compatible charging port.
The connecting cable could stand being a little longer for my particular use, but otherwise it's not bad. It has all the ports I need.
My Best Buy number: 0409172087
My Best Buy number: 0409172087
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Surface Pro Type Cover: Type comfortably and navigate the Web with ease using your Microsoft Surface Pro. Well-spaced, backlit keys and a 2-button trackpad make it simple to input data or type up notes, even in dim lighting.
 
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Brilliant piece of work
on October 30, 2015
Posted by: Dilbert
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The new Surface 4 Type Cover is a subtle, but vast improvement over earlier generations. The keyboard is just plain laid out better. The size has not changed but the use of space is much improved. The keys are spaced out a little more, raised slightly, and have better feedback than earlier type models. The mouse pad is now glass and increased in size. It is more responsive. No longer will you have to worry about having enough space to drag and drop.
I highly recommend getting the new type cover even if you are upgrading your surface and are thinking to reuse an old cover.
My Best Buy number: 0409172087
My Best Buy number: 0409172087
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Microsoft Surface Pro 4 Tablet: With this versatile tablet's Intel® Core™ i5 processor and 12.3" Sensitive touch screen, you can stay productive all day. Type notes using the keyboard (sold separately), or navigate with the included Surface Pen, which allows you to write directly on Web pages with the Microsoft Edge browser.Learn more.
 
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Brilliant piece of work
on October 30, 2015
Posted by: Dilbert
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The new Surface Pro 4 is simply brilliant. I was an early adopter of the original Surface Pro. Microsoft has fixed all the issues I had with the original Pro now in the Pro 4.
The screen is both the perfect size and beautiful to look at. It's big enough that I can see what I'm working with but not too large to fit in my hand or my bag. The pen is also a huge improvement. It's much more substantial, writes easy, and is actually useful now - especially the eraser. The screen is much more precise with Pen input.
The i5 with 8GB RAM is very quick and performs great. It looks very polished and is easier to hold than the earlier generations. I love that the screen size was increased without increasing the overall size of the unit. The battery life is a huge improvement over the original. The power connector is now easy to insert and stays. It would be nice to have more battery life, but I'm not going to complain too much considering the CPU performance increased without forcing a larger battery/unit.
Windows Hello makes logging in as easy as smiling and the screen. I love it.
Definitely get the new generation type cover even if you are upgrading.
My Best Buy number: 0409172087
My Best Buy number: 0409172087
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Protect computers and other delicate electronic equipment from power surges and data loss with this APC Back-UPS uninterrupted power supply. It provides surge protection as well as battery backup so that nothing is damaged or lost during a thunderstorm. This APC Back-UPS uninterrupted power supply also includes a USB port for charging phones and other devices.
 

Can this unit be turned on its side without damaging the battery and used with outlets facing outward instead of upward?

Yes, it can. The unit is solid. There are mounting holes on the bottom.
6 years, 5 months ago
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Dilbert
 
Protect computers and other delicate electronic equipment from power surges and data loss with this APC Back-UPS uninterrupted power supply. It provides surge protection as well as battery backup so that nothing is damaged or lost during a thunderstorm. This APC Back-UPS uninterrupted power supply also includes a USB port for charging phones and other devices.
 

How long would this power about 10-15 strands of Xmas lights?

It depends on the power draw of the lights (LED vs Incandescent). I can share that the unit remained up and operational for over 1 hour with a router, modem, and switch connected. Funny, I had not thought Christmas lights important enough to have battery backup. If you're thinking to charge it and then run the lights unplugged, outdoors on battery, then be careful. This unit is not meant to be outside.
6 years, 5 months ago
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Dilbert
 
Microsoft Surface Pro 4 Tablet: With this versatile tablet's Intel® Core™ i5 processor and 12.3" Sensitive touch screen, you can stay productive all day. Type notes using the keyboard (sold separately), or navigate with the included Surface Pen, which allows you to write directly on Web pages with the Microsoft Edge browser.Learn more.
 

Does the surface pro 4 have built in LTE broadband support?

Can I add cellular service or chip to the surface pro 4 to have cellular web browsing?
No LTE yet.
8 years, 5 months ago
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Dilbert