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🔋⚡ INTEGRATED MAINTENANCE PLAN AND UPS INSTALLATION FOR OFFTUBE

1. OBJECTIVE 🎯

The main objective of this plan is to ensure that Offtube has an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) system in place to protect IT equipment, servers, and networks from power outages, surges, or any incident that could affect service continuity. This guarantees the security and availability of the services Offtube provides.

2. UPS TYPES AND FUNCTIONALITY 🔌

What is a UPS?

A UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) is a device that provides continuous power to connected devices (computers, servers, network equipment) during power interruptions. It offers temporary power to either wait for recovery or shut down systems safely.

UPS Types:

• Standby (Off-line) UPS

  • Basic model, only activates during outages.

  • Best for small businesses with limited power needs.

  • ✅ Advantage: Low cost.

  • ❌ Disadvantage: No voltage regulation.

• Line-interactive UPS

  • Constant connection to power, regulates voltage.

  • Best for small-medium businesses.

  • ✅ Advantage: Good value and performance.

  • ❌ Disadvantage: Limited for large setups.

• Online UPS

  • Converts power continuously; most reliable.

  • Best for large businesses and critical systems.

  • ✅ Advantage: Total protection, stable voltage.

  • ❌ Disadvantage: Higher cost.

3. TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR OFFTUBE 💻🔋

• Power requirement: Must cover all devices (PCs, servers, routers, switches).

• Power estimation example:

  • PC: 250W

  • Server: 500W

  • Router & Switch: 150W

  • Total: 900W ≈ 1 kVA → Recommended UPS: 1.5 kVA

• Backup time: 10–15 mins is sufficient to shut down equipment or wait for power return.

• Overload/short-circuit protection: Must include safety against electrical risks.

• Remote monitoring: Useful for uptime management and battery checks.

4. UPS MAINTENANCE PLAN 🛠️

• Monthly checks:

  • Battery level, expiration, cooling system, cable condition.

• Annual checks:

  • Battery replacement if near end-of-life.

  • Remote monitoring recalibration.

  • Load tests.

• After incidents: Immediate inspection after outages to verify operation.

5. UPS COMPARISON TABLE 💰📊

6. CONCLUSIONS 📈

• For small businesses: APC Back-UPS 600VA offers simple and affordable protection.

• For medium setups: CyberPower CP1500AVRLCD balances features and cost effectively.

• For critical systems: APC Smart-UPS 2200VA is ideal for enterprise-grade protection and uptime.