WP DC Availability v1 Eaton（WP直流可用性v1伊顿）.pdfVIP

UPS Basics Everything you ever wanted to know about uninterruptible power systems but were afraid to ask. By Chris Loeffler, Product Manager, BladeUPS and Data Center Solutions, Distributed Power Quality, and Ed Spears, Product Manager, Eaton Power Quality Solutions Operation Eaton Corporation Executive summary Budgeting for electricity, securing adequate supplies of it and finding ways to use less of it are all common topics of conversation among data center operators. Ensuring that the power their IT resources rely on is both dependable and clean, sadly, can sometimes be an afterthought. In truth, however, power sags, surges and outages are not only unavoidable but more than capable of damaging valuable IT equipment and bringing productivity to a halt. That’s why planning and deploying a robust power protection solution is absolutely vital. An uninterruptible power system (UPS) is the central component of any well-designed power protection architecture. This white paper provides an introductory overview of what a UPS is and what kinds of UPS are available, as well as a comprehensive guide to selecting the right UPS and accessories for your needs. Table of contents Why is power protection important? 2 What is a UPS? 2 What are the main types of UPS? 2 Single-conversion systems 2 Double-conversion systems 3 Multi-mode systems 4 How do I choose the right UPS for the job?4 Topology 5 Single phase versus three phase 5 Rating 5 Form factor 6 Availability features 6 Scalability and modularity 10 Software and communications 10 Services 12 What UPS accessories do I need? 12 UPS energy storage 12 Generator 13 Power distribution units 13 Conclusion 13 About Eaton 13 About the authors 14 WP153005EN /powerquality