Tripp Lite SmartPro 1000 VA Tower Digital UPS (SMART1000LCD)

Products allowed lighting strike straight through as if it wasn t even there. TrippLite told me to get equipment repaired and they would honor their warrantee - but they didn t pay a penny. Stay away from these crooks

I got this a week ago to replace a similar unit (from another company) that went TU a month after the warranty expired. Now that's good designing for the MTBF. Pro:…

this ups takes more than 24 hours to recharge the batteries. I like the input power display but more useful would be battery time based on power use...

The basic UPS works fine... it came with the battery 50% charged and took 24 hours to charge to 100%. The Poweralert Software (downloaded from website) was difficult to set up. I m ruinning Win7 (64bit). Win7 recognized the UPS right away, but will only put the PC to sleep during an outage. Poweralert does similar, but provides battery status and alerts (text, email). Tripp lite doesn t inform you to load JAVA first before installing. Poweralert still didn t recognize the UPS. Called Tripp Lite technical support who could not resolve the issue. I tried disconnecting ALL USB plugs,rebooted,and plugged in ONLY the Tripp Lite USB cable - Eureka! I reconnected the other devices, rebooted, and Poweralert is now working fine.

Simple and intuitive setup is key when it comes to electronics equipment and I didn't even have to check the manual with this UPS. Since it's hooked up to my home theatre, I will also mention that I like the muted blue led lights and more particuarly, their wealth of good information (haven't seen in a UPS before). More importanly, I tested my stereo both direct and hooked to the UPS and could not hear any difference in sound quality. If anything, digital FM seemed even clearer (because of the steady power??).I highly recommend this UPS. I have owned a number of them and this Smartpro outfeatures and outperforms all.

I have always been a fan of TrippLite and this product does not disappoint. running a 56 in lcd, dvr, xbox, and computer for over 30 minutes. has a great feature that sounds an alarm when power quits or surges and if the battery ever goes bad. i love the lcd screen telling me how much current is coming in and the status of my battery.

Purchased item to maintain medical equipment for longer time. Lost power recently and kept feeding machine, and low loss air mattress pump running for 1hr and…

Works great, unplugged it for half an hour with a 40" LCD and DVR and it still had plenty of juice left. Had a slight burning smell for the first couple of days which happened with my UPS from another company as well.

Pros: Low price. USB monitor works in Linux out of the box (debian etch) ...Cons: I had 3 of these units and all 3 failed in less than 1 year from purchase date. Unit…

Pros: Low price. USB monitor works in Linux out of the box (debian etch)Cons: I had 3 of these units and all 3 failed in less than 1 year from purchase date. Unit would hickup and reboot my fileserver w/o any alarm or warning. Unit would say it always had 100% battery and never gave any indication of overload.The last unit I had finally gave up the magic smoke. I returned it to my place of purchase and got my money back.Low price. USB monitor works in Linux out of the box (debian etch) I had 3 of these units and all 3 failed in less than 1 year from purchase date. Unit would hickup and reboot my fileserver w/o any alarm or warning. Unit would say it always had 100% battery and never gave any indication of overload.The last unit I had finally gave up the magic smoke. I returned it to my place of purchase and got my money back. Do not purchase this UPS if you plan to power a fileserver or some other device you want to have an "uninterrupted power source". It would probably work well for an entertainment center or some other device you would like conditioned power but is non-mission critical.

Seems to be an excellent product so far, and the only reason that I am not giving it 5 stars is the plug layout on the back (although I will say probably not the products fault) but with some plugs that I have on some components, I can not have access to all of the plugs on the Tripp Lite which is really a shame as I wanted to hook up more that I can, so just a little put off by that fact.
But otherwise seems to be an excellent product.

Pros: Small, attractive, voltage LCD. Have always preferred TrippLite quality over APC. Cons: Small for VA?

I recieved our Tripp Lite SmartPro and hooked it up to our computer system. It was a simple process by hooking up electrical and computer cords into the Tripp Lite SmartPro box. So far I have not had any issues with this product since I haven't had any power outage. It seems to be working fine with a dispay of battery power status and voltage boost operation.

Pros: It does what it's suppose to. I've had a few power outages and brownouts with the ups automatically and immediately start drawing power from the battery.Cons: The LCD gave out on me after a few months. It was cool when it worked and I could see the voltage rating coming from the outlet. Now it's just a solid blue screen. Doesn't really stop it from functioning but it's still really annoying.It does what it's suppose to. I've had a few power outages and brownouts with the ups automatically and immediately start drawing power from the battery. The LCD gave out on me after a few months. It was cool when it worked and I could see the voltage rating coming from the outlet. Now it's just a solid blue screen. Doesn't really stop it from functioning but it's still really annoying. I never used the USB interface so I cant really comment on that but the whole LCD screen giving out just kinda irritates me. Cant even turn off the back light for the LCD so now I have a blue colored nightlight by my computer. Fun fun.

Tripp Lite makes solid professional quality equipment using metal parts where many use plastic. Lots of thoughtful features like the phone and coax over voltage protection, voltage display with dimmer, and choice of vertical, horizontal or 2U rack installation. I have not tried the software monitoring yet. I have had the UPS one month and it just quietly does it s job and looks good too.

Pros: Display worked for about 1 month.
Unit went on to work for 17 months.Cons: Display stopped working after a month.
Unit quit after 17 months.Display worked for about 1 month.
Unit went on to work for 17 months. Display stopped working after a month.
Unit quit after 17 months. Will never purchase this brand again.

Great unit, Compact and visually pleasing. This is placed in an open area by the cpu and complements it well. I like the power input display, lets you see the…

Pros: easy set-up good price strong and durablityCons: nothingI purchased a DLP tv a year ago. Had it plugged into a power stip. Never thought about surges. Came home tv power light would come on and flash but no picture. Then lamp light would flash. Come to find out the power board was burnt up even when the tv was not on. In the long run and 3 months of waiting it cost me 300.00 for repair and me doing the labor no warranty. I wanted the best protection i could find. Great item!!!
the lcd panel rotates. The price is right. It helps make the lamp light last longer if you have a power failure. you have about 3 hours of back up support from battery and gives you a chance to shut the tv down with out killing the tv instantly. also helps picture and any other thing you want to protect from lightning out black outs and surges. gives you accurate voltage read out and battery protection. from cable,usb,power. Works great with entertainment centers. Makes me feel good knowing my investment is now protected. Little money for such great protection. if you spent some money on your tv/entertaiment center you need one of these before somthing happens to yours as it did mine.

this battery backup is the best in the market is a monster equitment the has been protecting my computare for over a year with no problems the best of this…

Pros: AVR, LCD, and long battery life.Cons: None after 3yrs of use.AVR, LCD, and long battery life. None after 3yrs of use. I'm suprised by the other reviews. This UPS has worked perfectly.

Pros: nice displayCons: randomly shuts off, the software that works with XP server x64 is written by a complete geek, oh did I say it shuts down without help, manufacturer is of no assistance and is pointing the finger at me - have tried it on 3 other units and it does the same thing.nice display randomly shuts off, the software that works with XP server x64 is written by a complete geek, oh did I say it shuts down without help, manufacturer is of no assistance and is pointing the finger at me - have tried it on 3 other units and it does the same thing.

Pros: Fairly low price, backup batteries keep your system up for several minutes to allow you to save file changes and the software included with this UPS will automatically save your files and shut down your system if you are not around.Cons: The dependability of these units are about 50/50 according to the four I have had for the last two years. The manufacturer won't replace the unit if the malfunctioning batteries, software, and/or display act up. With one of my units, the display shows that the battery will not hold a complete charge. Upon contacting the manufacturer, they said as long as the battery keeps my system running for about 5 mins. before it shuts down, then it's doing its job, regardless of what the display says. The software keeps notifying me that there is an issue with the battery, so I disabled it. Now I don?t know when a problem arises. ANNOYING!!!!! Also, the software installed fine on three computers (Win 2k and Win XP) but would not load correctly on the fourth pc (Win XP). The Manufacturer was unable to solve this problem.Fairly low price, backup batteries keep your system up for several minutes to allow you to save file changes and the software included with this UPS will automatically save your files and shut down your system if you are not around. The dependability of these units are about 50/50 according to the four I have had for the last two years. The manufacturer won't replace the unit if the malfunctioning batteries, software, and/or display act up. With one of my units, the display shows that the battery will not hold a complete charge. Upon contacting the manufacturer, they said as long as the battery keeps my system running for about 5 mins. before it shuts down, then it's doing its job, regardless of what the display says. The software keeps notifying me that there is an issue with the battery, so I disabled it. Now I don?t know when a problem arises. ANNOYING!!!!! Also, the software installed fine on three computers

Pros: Fairly low price, backup batteries keep your system up for several minutes to allow you to save file changes and the software included with this UPS will…

My original unit was defective, but Tripp-lite replaced it at no cost to me. The new one is great - it powers my desktop system, router & modem of 30 minutes. I wish…

Pros: Works fine. The USB interface works well with both XP and Vista.Cons: Stays pretty warm. Plugs are extremely tight fitting. Voltage display LCD gave out on me after about six months (the bars gradually went out one by one and now it's just a solid blue screen). I expected a little better than this out of a Tripp Lite product. If I had it to do over I'd probably have saved a few bucks and gotten something else.Works fine. The USB interface works well with both XP and Vista. Stays pretty warm. Plugs are extremely tight fitting. Voltage display LCD gave out on me after about six months (the bars gradually went out one by one and now it's just a solid blue screen). I expected a little better than this out of a Tripp Lite product. If I had it to do over I'd probably have saved a few bucks and gotten something else. Overall this thing is fine. It does what it's supposed to do, but I will probably get something simpler and cheaper next time.

Pros: small and compact, nice line monitoring. Vista compatible at basic levelCons: Tech support. No 800 number and email is pretty much useless. I need 4 more in the same size but it wont be from Tripp Lite. Used their other products for years but insurance is offered by all the brands so what good is it if no one responds except with canned answers. These folks have ether forgotten their roots or are only concerned with large sales. The Egg carries other brands so it is no big deal.small and compact, nice line monitoring. Vista compatible at basic level Tech support. No 800 number and email is pretty much useless. I need 4 more in the same size but it wont be from Tripp Lite. Used their other products for years but insurance is offered by all the brands so what good is it if no one responds except with canned answers. These folks have ether forgotten their roots or are only concerned with large sales. The Egg carries other brands so it is no big deal.

Pros: Long Lasting Power; Reliable Performance; Quiet Operation; Easy To Setup; Adequate PowerWe have gone through many smaller UPS's by the big brands and this one is the best by far.

Pros: Quiet Operation; Easy To Setup; Small FootprintCons: Lacks PowerTHE UNIT WOULD NOT FULLY RECHARGE. IT ONLY TOOK THREE WEEKS TO GET TRIPPLITE TO REPLACE UNT. I SELECTED I TO GET 1000 VA. 3 BARS MEANS NO MORE THAN 600 VA. TOO EXPENSIVE FOR THAT.[...]

Strengths:Solid performance, look professional, useful battery and watts info display, software to shutdown and other functions ... Weaknesses:Too annoying alarm whenever it is on…

Strengths:1000VA, strong power for home and entertainment units. ... Weaknesses:I still don\'t know how to turn that blue screen back light off. It is in my…

Strengths:Adequate backup for most home PCs, has voltage regulation ... Weaknesses:LCD is cool, but may be useless/invisible depending on where you position the device Usually you…

Strengths:Looks great in home theater setting ... Weaknesses:not long backup I got this UPS based on 2 things, looks and 1000va rating. While the look is great with…

Strengths:Lots of outlets Cable tv line surge protector Best bang for the buck ... Weaknesses:Could not get the vista patch to install properly, therefore autoshut…

Strengths:Nice status display, high power rating, fairly compact, USB connection, 75ohm coax in/out jacks. ... Weaknesses:Relatively small 12V battery amp-hour…

Strengths:I have this unit set up on the TV in my bedroom. The product is great, tell me exactly what I need to know. It does run a little warmer than a usual UPS but…

Pros: Looks cool, quiet, bright screen.Cons: It blows up monitors.Looks cool, quiet, bright screen. It blows up monitors. Two days ago, I quietly working at my desk when my two Acer monitors nearly blew up. It was quite frightening. They both emitted a popping sound then I saw smoke rise from the ventilation in the back of the monitors. After careful examination, I've narrowed it down to the Tripp-Lite UPS. Also, I tried to call customer support at Tripp-Lite, and no one picked up. :(

Pros: Easy to set-up and understand. The LCD screen allows you to understand what is going on with the unit.Cons: Stays warm, but that's not a big deal.Easy to set-up and understand. The LCD screen allows you to understand what is going on with the unit. Stays warm, but that's not a big deal.

Pros: Tripp Lite is known for making quality UPS?s. The LCD display, 1000 VA/500 Watt/480 Joules combo are other reasons I decided to give this one a shot. It?s been three months and nothing to complain...Cons: None so farTripp Lite is known for making quality UPS?s. The LCD display, 1000 VA/500 Watt/480 Joules combo are other reasons I decided to give this one a shot. It?s been three months and nothing to complain... None so far

Great product. I have been running it for 12 months now with no issues and the LCD display is nice to see the dipps on.

Strengths:Display is neat and the avr is not totally battery reliant. It can actually regulate as opposed to just switching to battery. ... Weaknesses:Transformer bricks…

I bought two of these one for my stereo system and one for my computer. This is high quality stuff from tripp-lite and I am super impressed. Tiger usually has…