Eaton Tripp Lite Series 850VA Standby UPS — 120V Desktop Power Protection with 5 NEMA 5-15R Outlets

Safeguard your essential electronics, home office gear, and small business equipment with the Eaton Tripp Lite Series 850VA 450W Standby UPS. Designed for desktop setups, this compact power protection solution combines surge suppression with battery backup to keep your critical devices running through brief outages and to shield them from damaging voltage spikes. Perfect for personal computers, monitors, routers, modems, and other peripherals, this standby UPS delivers reliable, affordable protection without sacrificing space or performance.

• Robust standby protection for essential devices: The 850VA/450W standby UPS provides reliable surge protection and battery-assisted runtime, helping to prevent data loss, unexpected reboots, and hardware damage when the power grid fluctuates or moments of outage occur.
• 5 NEMA 5-15R outlets for centralized protection: Five standard 5-15R outlets give you ample room to connect a workstation, monitor, external drives, and networking gear, ensuring critical components stay powered during outages while receiving surge protection on every outlet.
• Compact desktop design: With a desk-friendly footprint, this UPS fits neatly on a workstation or shelf, keeping your power protection close at hand without cluttering your space.
• 120V compatibility for everyday use: Optimized for common home and small office electrical outlets, the UPS delivers seamless 120-volt power for a range of devices and configurations, making it a versatile choice for laptops, desktops, NAS, and peripheral gear.
• Simple setup and immediate protection: Plug the UPS into a standard wall outlet and connect your essential devices to the outlets. In the event of a temporary outage, the UPS automatically switches to battery backup so you can save work and shut down gracefully if needed.

Technical Details of Eaton Tripp Lite Series 850VA Standby UPS

• Topology: Standby UPS (offline protection) designed for economical surge suppression and essential battery-backed power for connected devices.
• Capacity: 850 VA / 450 W rated power, suitable for powering a small workstation, single PC setup, or critical peripherals during power events.
• Input: 120V AC input compatible with standard North American electrical outlets (NEMA 5-15P plug).
• Outlets: 5 x NEMA 5-15R receptacles providing surge protection and battery backup for connected equipment.
• Output voltage: 120V nominal, regulated to support connected devices during interruptions (with surge protection and backup).
• Form factor: Desktop-friendly compact chassis designed for bedside, home office, or small business workstations.
• Battery backup: Includes a rechargeable battery to provide runtime for connected devices when mains power is lost, helping to prevent data loss and hardware damage.
• Protection features: Surge suppression to guard against voltage spikes and transient events that can stress electronics and shorten component life.

How to Install Eaton Tripp Lite Series 850VA Standby UPS

• Place the UPS on a stable, level surface near your workstation or where you want protected devices to connect. Keep it in a dry, ventilated area away from moisture and direct heat.
• Plug the UPS into a grounded wall outlet using the included power cord. Avoid using extension cords for the primary connection to ensure proper protection and battery performance.
• Connect your essential devices to the 5 NEMA 5-15R outlets on the UPS. Reserve outlets for the components that require backup power during an outage, such as a PC, monitor, and network gear.
• Power on the UPS and verify that the front-panel indicators illuminate as expected. Check the status lights to confirm battery backup and surge protection are active.
• Test the system by briefly unplugging the wall outlet to observe the UPS switching to battery power and sustaining the connected devices. Use this test to confirm you have sufficient runtime for your typical load and to practice safe shutdown if needed.

Frequently asked questions

• What does 850VA/450W mean for my setup? The 850VA rating reflects the apparent power capacity, while 450W represents the real wattage limit for connected devices. This UPS is designed to support a small desktop setup or a few peripherals, providing surge protection and a short runtime during outages.
• How many devices can I protect with this UPS? It offers 5 NEMA 5-15R outlets, so you can protect several essential components—such as a PC, monitor, router, modem, and external drives—on battery backup and surge protection.
• Will this UPS protect my equipment from power surges? Yes. The UPS includes surge suppression on its outlets to protect connected devices from voltage spikes and transient events that can damage electronics.
• What kind of power interruptions can it handle? It provides battery-backed power for short outages, allowing you to save work and perform a graceful shutdown or continue working for a limited time, depending on the load connected to the unit.
• Do I need software to use this UPS? Many Tripp Lite/Eaton UPS models offer optional software for power management and automatic shutdown. If included, you can install compatible software to monitor status and automate safe shutdown, but basic protection works without software.