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Tripp Lite SMART1500LCDT 1500VA 900W UPS Battery Back Up, AVR, LCD Display, Line-Interactive, 10 Outlets, 120V, USB, Tel & Coax Protection, 3 Year Warranty & Dollar 250,000 Insurance Black
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Brand | Tripp Lite |
Battery Cell Composition | Sealed Lead Acid |
Product Dimensions | 19.29"D x 9"W x 11"H |
Voltage | 120 Volts |
Color | Black |
About this item
- Work though short blackouts & maintain a network connection/ save files safely during longer blackouts: 1500VA / 900W Smart LCD Battery Backup Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) provides up to 90 minutes of runtime for an entry level PC system, and 10 min of half-load runtime
- 10 Outlets protect desktops & all peripherals: 5 Outlets provide UPS Power Backup & Surge Protection (for desktop, monitor, LCD, keyboard, external hard drive, wireless router, IoT device); 5 Outlets offer Surge Protection Only (ideal for printers and other electronics that are not essential in a blackout)
- Avr corrects brownouts & overvoltages without using battery power: Otherwise known as Automatic Voltage Regulation, this conserves battery power for critical blackouts. Also features TEL/DSL/Ethernet protection
- Free management software / user replaceable batteries: USB port & free software enable unattended system shutdown and power management. Batteries are fully hot-swappable / user-replaceable
- Operating temperature range: 32 to 104 degrees fahrenheit / 0 to 40 degrees celsius
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Key Specifications
- Model: SMART1500LCDT
- Load Capacity: 1500 VA (900 W)
- Nominal AC Input/Output: 120 V, 50/60 Hz
- AC Outlets: 10 x 5-15R (5 UPS, 5 Surge-Only)
- Output Waveform (AC Mode): Sine Wave
- Output Waveform (Battery Mode): PWM Sine Wave
- Input Cord: 6 ft. (1.8 m) Cord with 5-15P Plug
- Half-Load Runtime: 10 min. (450 W Load)
- User-Replaceable Battery: Yes (2 x RBC51)
- Weight: 27 lb. (12.3 kg)
Line-Interactive Tower UPS with LCD
This line-interactive UPS system protects your valuable equipment from damage, downtime and data loss.
- Battery backup supports equipment during outages.
- AVR corrects power sags (brownouts) and overvoltages.
- Surge protection blocks harmful transient voltages on AC, phone, network and coaxial lines.
- The multifunction LCD screen displays power conditions and provides easy access to settings.
- The USB port connects to a computer for power management and automatic file saves.
- The 3-year warranty reflect Tripp Lite's commitment to product quality and customer satisfaction.
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Power Protection and Battery Backup for Home and OfficeBetween severe weather, the aging electrical grid and hazards lurking inside your own walls, your equipment is under constant attack from power problems. Even a brief loss of power or a momentary surge can ruin your equipment and destroy irreplaceable data. Prevent damage, downtime and data loss by installing this UPS system. It conditions incoming AC power, provides enough battery backup to outlast most outages and automatically saves open files and shuts down computers gracefully during extended blackouts. |
Common Applications- Protect Home and Office Computer Systems: Workgroup Servers, Media Servers, High-Performance Workstations, Office Computers, Gaming PCs, Displays, Inkjet Printers, Modems, Switches, Wireless Routers, Scanners, Storage. - Protect Audio/Video Equipment: HDTVs, DVRs, Video Game Consoles, DVD and Blu-ray Players, Stereos, Surround Sound Systems, Sound Bar Speakers, Streaming Media Players, Home Theater PCs, Cable/Satellite Receivers. |
Reliable Battery Backup- Single-Computer Runtime: This UPS system will support an energy-efficient desktop computer and LCD monitor (75 W load) for up to 90 minutes during an outage. - Half-Load Runtime: This UPS system will support a 50% load (450 W) for up to 10 minutes. - Optimized Outlet Array: 5 outlets have both battery backup and surge/noise protection, and 5 have surge/noise protection without battery backup. The 'surge-only' outlets allow you to connect additional equipment without overloading the UPS or reducing the backup runtime available during an outage. Select outlets have extra-wide spacing to accommodate bulky AC adapters without blocking adjacent outlets. |
AVR and Surge/Noise ProtectionIn locations with chronic voltage problems, frequent switching to battery drains reserve power and shortens battery life. This UPS system has a feature called automatic voltage regulation (AVR) that solves the problem. The UPS detects when input voltage is out of bounds and corrects it without using the battery. All Tripp Lite UPS systems also include built-in surge protection and noise filtering to shield your equipment from destructive transient voltages and electromagnetic (EMI/RFI) line noise. |
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Data Line Surge ProtectionData lines connected to your equipment represent an unlocked 'back door',allowing surges to enter and damage or destroy sensitive electronic components. In addition to protecting against surges on the AC power line, this UPS system protects your equipment against surges on connected phone, network and coaxial lines - The RJ45 jacks protect a phone, analog modem, DSL modem or Ethernet network line. - The coaxial connectors protect a cable TV, satellite or cable modem line. |
Multifunction LCD ScreenThe illuminated LCD provides easy access to detailed UPS settings and information. The LCD shows a variety of helpful data, including input/output voltage, battery voltage, input/output frequency, load/charge level meters, output load percentage, output load wattage, power status, battery status, AVR status and estimated battery backup runtime in minutes. |
Flexible Management OptionsThere are three ways to manage this UPS system: 1. Use the multifunction LCD screen. 2. Use the HID-compliant USB port and your computer's built-in power management features. 3. Use the USB port with Tripp Lite's free PowerAlert software. |
ROHS Design- High Efficiency: This UPS system saves energy, produces less heat, shrinks your carbon footprint and reduces annual operating costs. - User-Replaceable Battery: This UPS system has a user-replaceable, recyclable battery, allowing it to remain in service instead of going to a landfill. - RoHS Compliance: This UPS system complies with the RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) Directive, limiting the use of hazardous substances in manufacturing. |
Why Choose Tripp Lite?
Founded in 1922 in Chicago, Illinois, Tripp Lite is a leading manufacturer of products to power, connect and protect your equipment. With a large selection of connectivity products, Tripp Lite has everything from USB hubs and reversible USB cables to fiber-optic cables and over Cat5e/Cat6 signal extenders. Whether you need to connect high-speed networks to switches, routers and servers in your data center, or send high-resolution video signals to displays and digital signs, Tripp Lite has the complete solution. Plus, before and after your purchase, our Chicago-based, in-house technical support specialists are available to assist you by phone, email and live chat. With over 90 years of quality products and service, Tripp Lite is a brand you can trust.
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Tech Support | 3.2 | 3.6 | 2.3 | 3.2 | 3.2 |
WiFi signal | 3.2 | 3.7 | 3.5 | 3.2 | 3.2 |
Durability | 3.9 | 4.2 | — | 3.9 | 3.9 |
Value for money | 3.4 | — | 3.8 | 3.4 | 3.4 |
Battery life | 3.4 | — | 3.8 | 3.4 | 3.4 |
Sold By | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | SKE Smartkey UPS | Amazon.com | Amazon.com |
power outlets | 10 | 12 | 8 | 8 | 5 |
runtime | 10 minutes | 3 minutes | — | — | 7.5 minutes |
size | 1 | 1500VA NEW | SK1500 2.0 | 1300VA | 1500VA |
battery charge time | 8 hours | 8 hours | — | 6.3 hours | 8 hours |
cable length | 6 feet feet | 6 feet feet | — | 72 inches | 0.7 inches |
wattage | 900 watts | 900 watts | 900 watts | 720 watts | 810 watts |
Product information
Product Dimensions | 19.29 x 9 x 11 inches |
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Item Weight | 27.3 pounds |
ASIN | B009TZTGWK |
Item model number | SMART1500LCDT |
Batteries | 2 12V batteries required. (included) |
Customer Reviews |
4.3 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #73 in Computer Uninterruptible Power Supply Units |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | October 20, 2012 |
Manufacturer | TRIPP LITE |
Language | English |
Country of Origin | China |
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Product Description
The SMART1500LCDT SmartPro LCD 120V, 1500VA/900W Line-Interactive Uninterruptible Power Supply provides battery backup and AC power protection against blackouts, brownouts, power surges and line noise that can damage electronics or destroy data. Ideal for backing up your desktop computer or audio/visual components, this line-interactive UPS switches to battery backup mode in milliseconds to keep your connected equipment running long enough to save files and shut down safely with no data loss. While all ten NEMA 5-15R outlets protect against surges, five outlets also provide up to 90 minutes of UPS battery support for a basic desktop PC and LCD monitor and up to 10 minutes of support at half load (450W). Automatic voltage regulation (AVR) corrects under voltages as low as 92V and overvoltage’s as high as 150V without using any battery power. EMI/RFI noise filtering improves your equipment’s performance and prevents damage. A 650-joule surge suppression rating protects your equipment from harmful power surges. NEMA 5-15P plug with 6-foot cord connects to any NEMA 5-15R socket. Large LCD screen shows real-time input voltage, overload, AVR, remaining battery runtime and battery statuses at a glance. Alarm sounds to indicate power loss or low battery. With Tripp Lite’s PowerAlert software (available via free download), SMART1500LCDT enables safe unattended system shutdown and file saves in case of a prolonged power failure.
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Customers like the ease of assembly and setup of the power supply. They mention that the directions are straightforward and the included software allows for remote monitoring. They also appreciate the value for money, saying that it provides excellent voltage protection and reliable power protection. Customers also like the appearance of the product, mentioning that it looks nice and has a nice display. However, some customers have mixed opinions on performance, display, noise, and quality.
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Customers appreciate the value of the power supply. They say it is well worth the price to protect expensive equipment. Customers also mention that it has fantastic runtime for the price. Customers say it's the cheapest one of this size and that it saved a high end gaming system from a massive surge.
"...I know this is expensive but worth it. When I called the company I talked to a human being who was quite helpful. I love Tripp-Lite!" Read more
"Where to start. First of all, the price isn't bad compared to other rack mountable UPSs out there, especially for a recognizable name brand...." Read more
"...Color me impressed. WELL worth the money, as it has saved me from more than one power outage during this year's stormy season...." Read more
"...This unit saved a high end gaming system from a massive surge due to a hot/neutral short on the service wire to my house that even fried my whole..." Read more
Customers like the ease of assembly of the power supply. They say it's super easy, straightforward, and the included software allows for remote monitoring. They also say they were able to follow the owner's manual easily and that it handled every instance with incredible ease. Customers also mention that the product is very simple to unpack and install, and has a USB interface. They find the panel is self-explanatory.
"...Setup is straightforward, and the included software allows for remote monitoring and management of the UPS for added convenience...." Read more
"...and this battery backup has handled every instance with incredible ease, and plenty of room to spare. Color me impressed...." Read more
"Super easy to use and good quality. Plug the battery in and start using. Lasts a good bit during and outage too!" Read more
"...The display is nice-crisp and really easy to read...." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the power supply. They mention it looks nice, has a nice display, and is easy to store under desk. Some appreciate the LED screen that lets them know how much power is left. Overall, customers are satisfied with the appearance and functionality of the product.
"...It is an attractive unit, and unlike the APC, the unit can be placed horizontal as well as vertical, and the screen can be repositioned so it is..." Read more
"...It comes with the battery installed, which is unusual and nice. The display is nice-crisp and really easy to read...." Read more
"...2. The display on the unit is very nice. You can check on the status of any particular feature easily. 3...." Read more
"This unit is actually pretty nice when I have a power glitch it will run my 75 inch TV as well as my DVR and my cable modem and gives me plenty...." Read more
Customers like the power protection provided by the uninterruptible power supply. They say it provides excellent voltage protection, reliable power protection, and peace of mind. Customers also mention that it has coax and tel line surge protection, keeping their electronics safe during all of the surges. They also say the UPS backs up and protects all of their home theater equipment. Overall, customers are satisfied with the power quality and functionality of the product.
"...user, small business owner, or IT professional, this UPS delivers reliable power protection and peace of mind. Highly recommended!" Read more
"...All my computers were fine. These units did their job and protected me from wild surges and blackouts and a power restore which is never fun..." Read more
"...In the end, if you are looking for excellent voltage protection/backup for your home computer/electronic equipment, I highly recommend this product." Read more
"...strip (the power strip has six (6) widely-spaced outlets and is NOT surge protected; it seems to be important to most of the the manufacturers..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the uninterruptible power supply. Some mention that it did its job decently, while others say that it doesn't automatically turn on when power is restored.
"This is an excellent UPS. And, Tripp Lite makes great products in general...." Read more
"...With its robust features and dependable performance, this UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) provides peace of mind and protection for your valuable..." Read more
"...The unit showed it had full battery charge but the unit would not turn on. So I unplugged everything and plug the PC and Accessories into a surge...." Read more
"...I am happy to say that the replacement unit works as expected and passes the battery test. All seems well at this point...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the uninterruptible power supply. Some mention it's been rock solid, reliable, and easy to use. They appreciate the robust features and dependable performance. However, others say that it'll just fine until the battery is drained, has loose batteries, and has issues with the external battery pack.
"...to give this UPS a full 5 stars in my review, simply because of the high quality and robustness of the unit, and its proven track record for..." Read more
"...You will noticed TWO batteries are required. The support page for Tripp Lite will suggest (as well as in the manual), RBC 51 (two batteries)...." Read more
"...With its robust features and dependable performance, this UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) provides peace of mind and protection for your valuable..." Read more
"...I found that the battery life was abysmal and how it calculated the load percent changed dramatically when it was running on vs off battery...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the noise of the power supply. Some mention that it's not noisy until it''s providing power, while others say that the fan is somewhat loud and makes a very loud humming noise every half an hour or so. The fan runs continuously making noise, and the manufacturer verified this is normal for the product. Some customers also mention that the transformer began buzzing too loud, even though it still works.
"...that my new UPS, once it had been put into services, did start to emit a moderately-strong "new electronic device" odor, one akin to the..." Read more
"...They have longer run-times, no noisy fans, don't randomly shut off when the power goes out, and come back on automatically when power is restored...." Read more
"...The fan is making the noise, not the backup. Also when I turn the fan up it uses less wattage according to the battery backup...." Read more
"...The fan is somewhat loud, it will be relative to your environment in small really quiet room this will sound as yet engine, I have it next to me in..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the display of the power supply. Some mention that it displays the critical data visually on its LCD, without needing a computer. They also say the display data is reasonably accurate. However, other customers say that it doesn't provide full info and the information on the LCD isn't reliable.
"...Additionally, the LCD display provides real-time monitoring of power conditions, battery status, and load capacity, allowing for easy management and..." Read more
"...So this unit has an LCD screen on the front panel with multiple readouts providing various bits of info - so you know what the unit is doing, and..." Read more
"...I think it is a little overpriced since the LCD doesn't provide full info, but the size and ability to change orientation is fastastic." Read more
"...appreciate the smooth consistent voltage it puts out, the informative display gives the nerd in me all the important stats I need...." Read more
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[NOTE:I have added an update/addendum at the end of this review offering some hints on dealing with the burnt plastic odor that -- according to many other reviewers, and also in my own experience -- seems to be emitted by some of these UPSs -- and was emitted by my own device -- when new and first put into use.]
After having experienced numerous unexpected failures with some 1300 VA APC UPSs over the past 5 years, I finally performed extensive due diligence (i.e., research) regarding the most reliable and robust UPSs on the market today, and I recently made the decision to switch to buying only Tripp Lite UPSs for all of my new purchases of UPSs (e.g., for replacement of old UPSs that have died, and for use in new service applications).
My new Tripp Lite SMART1300LCDT arrived here the other day, and I installed it immediately as the backup UPS for the router, cable modem, an external hard drive, and one of my PC monitors, and I am very impressed with this backup UPS. The high quality of design and manufacture is quite evident. It is not over-reaching to state that I simply love it!
I will note that this UPS has only four battery backup power AC outlets on the rear panel, and they are spaced quite closely together. Therefore, when installing this UPS as a replacement for an older UPS from another brand that had failed in service, I quickly discovered that there was not sufficient room among the four backup power outlets on the back panel to allow me to plug in the three "wall wart"-type AC power adapters 9one each for my router, modem and external HD) and also the plug for my monitor, due to the extra space required for the "wall wart" AC power adapters. So, I plugged one AC power adapter and the plug for my monitor into the battery backup power AC outlets on the rear panel, along with the plug for the 4 foot cable for an external power strip (the power strip has six (6) widely-spaced outlets and is NOT surge protected; it seems to be important to most of the the manufacturers (including Trip Lite) of UPSs that any external AC power strip plugged into the backup AC power outlets must NOT contain any surge protectors or radio-frequency filters (RFI filters), probably due to the high rise-time of the square waves that make up the "modified sine wave" AC output of the UPSs when they are running in battery backup power mode.
Bottom line is that I love this UPS, and it has easily passed all of my basic tests. I will add more notes, as warranted, as I accrue more experience with this UPS as the months pass.
In closing this section, I will mention that my new UPS, once it had been put into services, did start to emit a moderately-strong "new electronic device" odor, one akin to the smell of burning plastic, and in the Addendum below I will tell you how I chose to manage the odor. However, despite the fact that my new unit has been emitting this moderately-strong level of odor for the past few days, I nonetheless choose to give this UPS a full 5 stars in my review, simply because of the high quality and robustness of the unit, and its proven track record for reliability. So, it still gets 5 stars, and, in fact, I plan to purchase several more of these units over the next year or two for use in other applications.
BTW, I called Tripp Lite's Tech Support line to discuss the "new device" odor, not because I was seeking to procure a replacement unit, but because I was wondering exactly what internal components were emitting the odor, and I am expecting to hear back from one of their senior engineers within the next few days with some detailed answers to my questions. In the meantime, the low-level tech support person with whom I spoke (and who agreed to my request that he escalate my questions up the line to the engineers that designed this unit) suggested the following likely source for the odor: he reminded me that this UPS contains a rather hefty power transformer, and that these transformers are potted or sealed in an insulating compound that is similar to a varnish or plastic resin sealant. He suspected that the new transformer, once the UPS has been first put into service, heats up (this is natural, of course) and that this heating "bakes" the potting compound/sealant, and that the potting compound then emits some gases as it finishes curing or setting during the first few days or weeks that the UPS is in service
Addendum:- Managing the Burnt Plastic Odor Emitted by Some of these UPSs When New and for the First Few Days or Weeks of Use
As you have likely already noticed, a number of other reviewers have mentioned that their new units (as did mine within a few hours of having turned it on when first installed) emitted an odor similar to that of burnt plastic when first put into use, and that the odor lasted for anywhere from a few days to a few weeks, or even longer; some of these reviewers had even reported the odor as having been quite strong and quite offensive to them. Now, I do want to point out that several of these reviewers who reported the offensive odor of their new UPS also acknowledged that in their experience, new UPSs from most other manufacturers also seem to emit similar odors when first put into use, and have speculated that this may be true of most new UPSs nowadays that have been made in Chinese factories. I agree with this statement that most new UPSs from most manufacturers do seem to emit a noticeable odor for at least the first few days of service.
When I first received my own unit and put it into use recently, it too started to emit a mild burnt plastic odor (the odor was most similar to the odor emitted by Bakelite plastic when drilled or cut with an electric saw) within two hours after it had been first put into service, and I was initially able to smell the odor at distances up to 4 feet from the UPS. . The odor gradually built in strength, to a moderately-strong level, over the next couple of days until, after about 3 days, I could smell it up to about 8 to 10 feet from the unit (which was sitting on the floor in my home office). However, I must state that by the end of the fourth day, the moderately-strong odor was significantly stronger than I have ever witnessed with any other brand or model of UPS, or with any other new electronic equipment (i.e., PCs, cable modems, routers, kilowatt-range DC-to-AC power inverters, kilowatt-range DC power supplies, solar charge controllers, battery chargers, etc.), and it was starting to permeate my small office area..
So, at this point I decided to so something about the odor, because it was becoming quite irritating to me. I decided to do something to remediate the odor, that is, to neutralize it. I am a consulting scientist and engineer, and it just so happens that one of my areas of specialty is remediation and neutralization of odors (in industrial settings, landfills, waterways, etc.) by natural means (i.e., using natural methods, rather than using potentially-harmful "deodorizing" sprays that, in reality, try to mask odors with various artificial perfume-type scents or floral scents). So, due to my unique background and expertise, I fortunately had lots of resources for addressing the odor emitted by the new UPS at my fingertips
So, this morning, after having decided to get rid of the odor, I opened two sealed 32 oz. packets of zeolite volcanic rock odor absorber that had been sitting in storage on a shelf in my workshop, and placed them near the UPS (I placed one just above the UPS cabinet, and the other on a desktop about two feet above the UPS and a bit to one side of it.
These 32 oz. mesh packets of zeolite volcanic rock granules are marketed widely in home improvement stores, pet stores, and also on Amazon Marketplace as "odor eliminators" or "odor absorbers" (actually, the correct technical term is "odor adsorbers", since the rock granules adsorb odor molecules), and a 32 oz. packet of the granules in a breathable mesh bag usually sells for anywhere form $6 to $10 per bag.
The way that these odor adsorbent products work is that zeolite, which is a naturally-occurring volcanic rock, is rather porous, and contains numerous fissures and honeycomb porosities in the surface of the rock granules, thus exposing a large surface area of rock to the air. And it so happens that the surfaces of zeolite exhibit a strong negative electrical charge. This negative electrical charge attracts and then adsorbs any odor or other molecules that are in the air that exhibit a positive charge, and it just so happens that the vast majority of odor molecules, including those causing the burnt plastic smell emitted by my rather new UPS, exhibit a strong positive charge.
So, these positively-charged odor molecules are attracted to the granules of zeolite, and are then adsorbed into the numerous fissures and honeycombs on the surface of the rock granules, where they remain trapped.
In my case, I emplaced the two newly-opened 32 oz. packets of zeolite odor adsorber in my office area at about 6 AM this morning, and within about three hours, the knockdown of the already-existing odor was about 90 percent. Within about 7 hours from the time of initial emplacement of the zeolite odor absorber (odor adsorber) packs, I could no longer notice the burnt plastic smell at all unless I placed my nose within a few inches of the air ventilation vents on the new UPS.
[End of Addendum section offering hints and tips about managing the "new UPS" odor.]
In closing, I want to stress once again that this noticeable odor emitted by my new UPS as it "breaks in" is not a showstopper, and it certainly would not stop me from purchasing more of these units.
First, I did not notice ANY odor upon opening the box.
Second, It is huge in comparison to APC units I have bought in the past. I was an APC fan until the unit internal systems broke down and would not work with new batteries. I Wanted to try different and narrowed this down to Tripp-Lite and Cyber-Power 1500.
Tripp-Lite is 900 watts. I am running:
-Intel I-7 core processor
-power supply is dynamic 850 WATTS
-32 GBs Ram
-Windows 10
-DELL 24 inch LED monitor
-Yamaha Quad speaker with subwoofer
Output is at 10%
Out Watts 90, which is minimal
Estimate backup is roughly 56-60 minutes, which is plenty, given I have a Kohler 20RES 20,000 K (with 200 watt entire house transformer) Generator. I live in Ohio in the country and my local company just randomly tested power and disconnected several homes without warning. I was on the computer when everything when dark. Not good. Then recently, our transform caught on fire. again without warning, and yes, I was computer. I am lucky my computer works at all, hence, reason for generator and buying this unit.
Tips:
-I recommend before installing, to look at batteries. just unscrew bottom and gingerly pull the front cover off but not too far because wires are connected. You will noticed TWO batteries are required. The support page for Tripp Lite will suggest (as well as in the manual), RBC 51 (two batteries). I suggest you search for RBC 5 battery set. Much cheaper (less than a single RBC 51). Also, I recommend you attempt to pull out batteries to experience the difficulty to replace these batteries. Not bad, but a little tricky.
-the surge/battery protect outlets are on the right side (if you are facing the back side of unit), the non-battery outlets with surge protection only are on left side of unit.
-Inside the box, the Smart 1500 comes with power (3 prong ground non-brick) cord, a 6 foot USB communication Port cord which needs to be longer (like 8-10 foot). Also, I attempted to use the existing USB port cord from my old APC unit and the computer did not recognize the Trip-Lite unit. This could have been fluke but when I used the 6 foot USB Port cord, it worked and showed in tool bar right side icon, charging. Keep in mind it also would show red x as though battery was not recognized. There is no software and no warranty card in English (it was Española).
-when you test the unit, it will drop to 86% battery after testing. Just hold the test button for two seconds. Use mute button to cycle screen like output voltage, output load percent, Etc. when you unit test itself, it automatically will show estimated runtime. It will take about 8 hours to fully restore battery after plugged in so no worries.
-Instead of installing software, use Windows, Linux, Mac power manager. Go to Control Panel or equivalent, go to hardware, go to power options go to ;change plan;. Look close and find: Change Advance Power Settings.; Now, scroll all the way to bottom until you see battery;. Click on the plus sign and make sure you set critical battery warning or equivalent if using other operating systems, to &shut down.
The battery will charge in about 8-10 hours after you plug in. I will update when the next outage occurs and I will update in terms of when the batteries need replaced (supposedly not for 3 years).
I hope this helps for now.
Update: 6/19/20. I bought the Tripp lite UPS almost 5 years ago. I replaced the batteries once after about 3 years. The unit recently died. I was downloading Windows V2004 when everything shut off. I freaked out. The unit showed it had full battery charge but the unit would not turn on. So I unplugged everything and plug the PC and Accessories into a surge. Windows, thank God, kept downloading the huge update. I am grateful it did not shut off during install. OMG. I called Tripp*Lite and talked to a human being, which is nice. He was very helpful. He said the unit died and replacement of batteries would not help. So I purchased another 1500 LCDT. This unit works great during power outage. I mean i have had others that did not switch over fast enough. This unit has worked like a charm for 5 years. I have had several power outages and it just works. I know this is expensive but worth it. When I called the company I talked to a human being who was quite helpful. I love Tripp-Lite!