Uninterruptible Power Supply

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Abbreviation(s) and Synonym(s):

UPS

NIST SP 800-54, NISTIR 8183A Vol. 2, NISTIR 8183A Vol. 3

Definition(s):

A device with an internal battery that allows connected devices to run for at least a short time when the primary power source is lost.
Source(s):
NISTIR 7621 Rev. 1

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