The 350VA 6 Outlet Battery Backup and Surge Protector UPS will not only keep your equipment safe from harmful power surges, it will also supply enough battery power to allow for the safe shutdown of sensitive equipment, or for a new power source to be found without interruption. Medical professionals often use these backup systems on mobile computer carts to avoid constantly rebooting computer systems when moving equipment from room to room, but they are also commonly used in offices and home environments to avoid potential data loss when the power goes out. The average backup runtime of this unit is 6 minutes with an average load, but it can run as long as 24 minutes under optimal conditions.