Tripp Lite ECO550UPS

14 reviews

May, 2013

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 14 reviews from magazines and websites. People are impressed by the usability and value for money.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Desktops the Tripp Lite ECO550UPS is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 82/100 = Very good quality.

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 5 user reviews of the Tripp Lite ECO550UPS from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products on Amazon.com.

60% of reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

May, 2013

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Consumer review by: Matt (newegg.com)

Terrible Product

Eco concept is a nice idea

I have had this unit for almost 2 months, in that time it has shut completely off multiple times and caused me to loose valuable files at the office. I contacted the manufacturer and after multiple emails and tedious explanations they preceded to tell...

May, 2012

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Consumer review by: A customer (buy.com)

Tripp-Lite are crooks

Don't buy this, since the manufacturer will not stand behind their product and will lead you to believe they will stand behind their warrantee - they will NOT.These products do not perform as advertised - your connected equipment will get destroyed -...

Mar, 2011

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Consumer review by: Debi Wilson (amazon.com)

Product weak, will not support much

Backup part would not stay on with just the computer plugged in. Finally switched with another backup we already had and put it on a security camera system for it to work.

May, 2010

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Consumer review by: Richard J. Tufano (amazon.com)

Tripp Lite

Because of power pulses (very short losses of power due to high winds and grid issues)I experienced some computer issues and in particular, a hard drive that became unusual due to a boot sector problem. Since I was really not looking for a UPS that...

May, 2010

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Consumer review by: J. K. Dresser (amazon.com)

Didn't work for me

I'm not sure if I received a defective unit or the unit was just undersized for my application. In any event it kept acting like it was overloaded even when I only had my laptop, router and modem plugged into it. I sent it back. Amazon's return...

Apr, 2010

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Consumer review by: David Jackson (amazon.com)

Very Pleased

Bought about 3 months ago after many power surges. Does what it says, easy to install. Manual should have come with product. No problems so far. Like having 8 outlets, automatic power off outlets and ability to monitor backup power on PC.

Oct, 2009

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Consumer review by: Peters64 (amazon.com)

Battery backup

I read a convincing and information packed ad for Tripp Lite in PC World that prompted me to purchase it. Also a family member stressed that I should have one in case of an outage. My former surge protector had its limitations so it was time for a...

Oct, 2009

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Consumer review by: Bone (pcconnectionexpress.com)

Tripp Lite Energy Saving Green UPS 550VA Standby (8) Outlets USB 120V

Easy to hook up everything. The Eco mode for soke outlets is nifty. The only negative is that the User manual could be better. Otherwise, a great product.

compatibility, design, easy to setup, performs well, size, value for money

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Sep, 2009

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Consumer review by: Bone (pcconnection.com)

An eco friendly Back-UPS

Easy to hook up everything. The Eco mode for soke outlets is nifty. The only negative is that the User manual could be better. Otherwise, a great product.

compatibility, design, easy to setup, performs well, size, value for money

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Sep, 2009

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Product Specifications

Tripp Lite's ECO550UPS standby GREEN UPS offers complete protection from blackouts, brownouts and transient surges. Supports GREEN energy savings via built-in "ECO" outlets that automatically power off unused computer accessories like printers or multi-media speakers when the computer is not in use. Full load efficiency rating of 99% also offers energy-savings and cooler operation by limiting UPS power consumption to only 3 watts! Eco-friendly design meets strict RoHS environmental standards.Provides uninterrupted transition to battery-derived AC output during brownouts and power failures with enough runtime to save and shutdown connected equipment without data loss. Offers complete protection in an ultra-compact desktop or wall-mountable housing. Includes 4 battery supported outlets for computer, monitor and two vital system peripheral, plus 4 additional surge suppression-only outlets for accessories not requiring battery support. Three of the surge-only outlets are designated "ECO" outlets that can be configured to automatically power-off when the computer enters standby mode or is shutdown. USB port enables UPS configuration options and unattended system shutdown without data loss in the case of extended power failure. PowerAlert software is available via free download from www.tripplite.com. USB cable included. Built-in single line RJ11 phone suppression protects modem, fax machine, cordless phone or other accessories with a dialup/DSL phone connection. Built-in audible alarm and front panel LEDs offer continuous status information regarding line and battery power operation. 550VA / 300 watt power handling ability supports entry-level PC systems for up to 17 minutes during power fail conditions.