Disasters are usually unexpected, so make sure you're protected. This high-speed Internet surge protector and battery backup provide up to 27 minutes of backup for your computer, hubs and routers. Why a UPS and not a surge protector? UPS units have a leg-up on surge protectors in many ways. Both handle surges, but a UPS gives you battery backup power. This allows time to save the data in your computer and shut down your system before anything is lost. Typical battery backup run times are shown in minutes and indicate the amount of time the battery backup operates. A UPS protects your computer from electrical noise and damaging power surges, including lightning. A surge protector can handle surges during a brownout, but your system will still have to work harder due to the lower voltage