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Slim black tower UPS with eight NEMA outlets and USB-A/C ports

CyberPower

CyberPower SL950U UPS 950VA/510W 8 Outlets USB-A/C

SKU CH-PMG8-WE9F4 MPN SL950U

Standby UPS delivers 950 VA and 510 W backup through eight NEMA 5-15R outlets plus USB-A and USB-C charging ports with 20 W shared output

  • Voltage version120 VAC
  • Input line frequency47 Hz - 53 Hz 57 Hz - 63 Hz
  • Power inputNEMA 5-15P
  • Volt-ampere rating950 VA
  • Power rating510 W
  • Voltage output120 V
  • 950 VA standby UPS keeps computers running during outages
  • 510 W output supports desktop PCs and networking gear
  • 890 joule surge rating protects against lightning-induced spikes
  • USB-A and USB-C ports deliver 20 W charging even on battery
  • Keyhole slots and slim profile allow discreet wall mounting

Desktop UPS for computers and networking

The CyberPower SL950U is a standby UPS rated at 950 VA and 510 W with eight NEMA 5-15R outlets. It supplies battery backup and 890 Joules of surge protection for desktop PCs, gaming consoles and home networking gear. Two USB charge ports share 20 W output and stay active during outages. The slim profile includes keyhole slots for wall mounting.

Replacing basic surge strips

A simple power strip only clamps surges; this unit adds battery runtime so a utility failure does not cut power instantly. The step up is worth it when a sudden loss would corrupt an operating system, drop a raid array or interrupt a firmware update. Automatic voltage regulation is not included, so sites with chronic brownouts need a line-interactive model instead.

Runtime and load headroom

At half load the battery lasts about 8 minutes, enough for a controlled shutdown of a typical workstation and router. At full 510 W load the reserve drops to roughly 1 minute, leaving only seconds to trigger shutdown software. The sealed lead-acid pack is not user-replaceable and requires 8 hours to recharge after a discharge event.

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Price $86.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameCyberPower
Model nameSL950U
Ports & slots
Communication ports1 x USB Type A
1 x USB Type C
Power
Voltage version120 VAC
Input line frequency47 Hz - 53 Hz
57 Hz - 63 Hz
Power inputNEMA 5-15P
Volt-ampere rating950 VA
Power rating510 W
Voltage output120 V
AC output frequency50/60 Hz +/- 1% (auto-sensing)
Power outlets8
Battery typeSealed Lead Acid
Runtime on battery1 min Runtime at Full Load / 8 min Runtime at Half Load
Battery charge time8 h
Replacement batteryNo
AlertsBattery Mode
Low Battery
Overload
Fault
Surge protection rating890 Joules
Built-in protectionInternal Circuitry Limiting
Circuit Breaker Protected
Size & build
Product dimensions5.4 in × 12.76 in × 2.76 in
Product weight7.05 lb (3.2 kg)
Shipping weight4.08 kg
Package size356 × 178 × 152 mm
Environment & compliance
Regulatory approvalsUL1778
cUL
FCC DOC Class B
CEC
Temperature rangeOperating Temperature: 32–104 °F (0–40 °C)
Storage Temperature: 5–113 °F (-15–45 °C)
Humidity rangeOperating Relative Humidity: 0–95 % (non-condensing)
Storage Relative Humidity: 0–95% (non-condensing)

Questions about this item

What are the keyhole mounting slots for on the SL950U?

The keyhole mounting slots let you hang the slim-profile UPS on a wall for discrete installation.

How do I connect the SL950U to a computer for shutdown software, and what step is often missed?

Use the USB Type-A or USB Type-C port to link the UPS to your PC, then install the management software so the system can trigger a graceful shutdown during an outage.

When will the sealed lead-acid battery inside the SL950U need replacement?

The battery is not user-replaceable; after its service life the entire UPS unit must be replaced.

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