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01. What to look for before you buy02. Best prices in stock today03. Buying for a business? We supply in bulk04. Why buy from Qyvea05. FAQ
Short power cuts stop the router, the POS and the receipt printer exactly when customers are at the till. A mini UPS (DC) for the router and a standard line-interactive UPS for the POS computer and printer keep them on for minutes to hours depending on the battery. Add up the watts of what you connect, choose a UPS rated well above that, and replace the battery when it no longer holds charge.
Key takeaways
- Mini UPS for the router; standard UPS for the POS and PC.
- Add up the watts you connect and size above it.
- Runtime depends on the battery and the load.
- Replace the battery when it stops holding charge.
01What to look for before you buy
| Device | Typical protection | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Wi-Fi router and ONT | Mini DC UPS | Often runs for hours on a small load |
| POS computer and monitor | Line-interactive UPS | Choose by total watts |
| Receipt printer | Same UPS as the POS | Do not plug laser printers into a small UPS |
| Phones and tablets | Power bank or the UPS | For card and M-Pesa checks |
02Best prices in stock today
Prices update live from the Qyvea store. Tap any product to see full specs, stock and delivery options, or ask us on WhatsApp for a recommendation.
03Buying for a business? We supply in bulk
One supplier for your whole business
- Bulk and repeat orders: send your list on WhatsApp and get a written quotation, usually within 2 hours
- Printable quotations straight from the online store for your approval process
- Thousands of products: IT, phones, appliances, security, solar and networking from one supplier
- Delivery across Kenya, plus installation and setup by Qyvea technicians where needed
- After-sales support: warranty claims handled with you, and maintenance for installed systems
04Why buy from Qyvea
Why Kenyans buy from Qyvea
- Genuine branded products sold with the manufacturer's warranty (typically 6–24 months, varies by product)
- 7-day returns and exchanges; damaged or wrong item? Report it within 48 hours for a free replacement or full refund
- Pay with M-Pesa, bank transfer or card; refunds go back the same way
- Free delivery in Nairobi on orders over KES 5,000, and delivery across Kenya
- Delivered to your door, dispatched once payment is confirmed, rated 4.6/5 from 57 Google reviews (bought from us? leave a review)
- Talk to a person on WhatsApp 0113 301 244, usually within 30 minutes
Full details: return & refund policy.
05Frequently asked questions
How long will a UPS last?
It depends on the battery size and the load. The maker's runtime chart shows minutes for a given wattage; a router needs far less than a PC.
Can I plug a printer into a UPS?
Receipt printers are fine; laser printers draw a lot at start-up and can overload a small UPS.
Do I need a UPS and surge protection?
A good UPS includes surge protection. A separate surge protector adds a layer if power is poor.
How often do UPS batteries need replacing?
Typically every few years; replace when runtime drops sharply or the UPS beeps for a battery fault.
