Which UPS for a MacPro with dual monitors?

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My 8+ year old APC UPS has finally gone kaput after running it with two replacement batteries.

Can someone suggest what the best UPS brand/model would be to get for use with a MacPro with dual 27" cinema displays along with an Airport Extreme? Time isn't a huge issue -- something like 5 - 10 mins would be sufficient.

I tried using the selector app on APC's website but it seems to think I need one that's around $600. Would something like the APC 1500VA ($200) be enough?
 
Well the brand of Cyberpower CP1500AVRLCD UPS is getting high marks on Amazon. You might would want to check that out.

The thing you want to remember is to turn down the displays when running on battery power. Displays draw huge power loads that will shrink battery time.
 
That looks like a much better (and cheaper) alternative to the APC. I just wonder if it would be enough for the Mac Pro AND two 27" Cinema Displays (even with turning down the displays).
 
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