Data centers can’t afford to go dark. That’s why reliable critical power systems arecentral to their operation. Selecting and maintaining these systems comes at a price, but astronger understanding of “hard” and “soft” costs -- and what can be done to mitigate thelatter -- can protect the bottom line. Hard and soft costs vary from one operation to the next. In general, hard costs refer to the expe...

What are the components of a modular UPS? The exact components may vary slightly depending on the specific  model and manufacturer, but the following are common components in  UPS systems: Power module The power module is the building block of modular UPS. Each power  module typically includes components such as rectifiers, inverters, and  DC-DC converters. These modules are ho...