“Will this support having a PC and Monitor along with a PS5 and small TV for the PS5? Also, is it ok to plug another power strip into one of the ports which would have the PS5 and other small TV in it or should they plug right into the APC plugs?”
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The APC BE600M1 has a 600VA / 330W capacity, which is suitable for small setups—but probably not all the devices you listed at once. A basic PC and monitor might be fine, but adding a PS5 and a small TV could push the UPS past its limit, especially during an outage. For that kind of load, you'd likely need a higher-capacity unit (1000VA or more) to keep everything running reliably. As for plugging a power strip into the UPS: it’s technically possible, but not recommended. APC advises against it because it can lead to overloading, interfere with surge protection, and reduce the UPS’s ability to manage power properly. High-power devices like a PS5 or gaming PC should be plugged directly into the UPS’s battery-backed outlets to ensure accurate load handling and safe operation.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Thank you for inquiry. We strongly suggest that you visit our APC UPS Selector tool (https://www.apc.com/us/en/tools/ups_selector/) so you can properly verify the BE600M1 will be sufficient for your loads. As for plugging in a power strip, please make sure that it is not a Surge Protector that you will be using. This FAQ will explain more: https://www.apc.com/us/en/faqs/FA158852/. Rather than a typical power strip, we strongly recommend in using a Rack PDU (Power Distribution Unit) like the AP9562. With this, current is equally distributed on every outlet. Should you need further assistance, do not hesitate to contact us at https://www.apc.com/us/en/support/
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