Jack Countryman wrote: > I've got a Tripp-Lite model that I've replaced the battery in twice now. I > didn't really keep records, though I suppose I might be able to find when I > paid for the batteries, but think they have lasted 2 to 3 years each. Of > course, both times, I didn't know the battery had failed till we had a power > outage and the UPS didn't work. Each time, I found a battery on eBay, > replaced the battery (one screw to open the case, slide battery out > disconnect two color coded leads, then reverse to install) and was back in > use. The APC models I've had didn't seem as easy to get into, so I've never > replaced a battery in one of those.
Thank you both for your time and contribution, Jack and Anne. Now that's not bad budgeting. I admire you, Jack. I wasn't interested enough to get a replacement battery for the APC - The cost is too close to a new w/ free shipping (Which I got). Plus, I have no idea how long the replacement will last and if it doesn't have the reports that it would last as long as the manufacturer's new one I figure: Why not buy a new one anyway? The APC was showing odd signs I didn't consider until now, like it was beeping sometimes and of course, the power has been going out a couple times every couple weeks. Anyway, thank you! Lots more gardening ahead in my yard!!!!! -Mike -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to [email protected] For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
