Power failure
- Thread starter dojibear
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get one powerful enough to power your PC AND your screen (at least one screen).
If you have flat panels it's no problem, they don't require too much power, but regular bulky tubes do pump a lot.
the small AC supplies won't be able to handle this. get the biggest one you can get (so not really for the autonomy, but for the power). Nowadays they are smaller in size, so it's easy to add to your desk.
everyone should have this, even in some offices not properly protected or offering permanent power.
If you have flat panels it's no problem, they don't require too much power, but regular bulky tubes do pump a lot.
the small AC supplies won't be able to handle this. get the biggest one you can get (so not really for the autonomy, but for the power). Nowadays they are smaller in size, so it's easy to add to your desk.
everyone should have this, even in some offices not properly protected or offering permanent power.
Also if you're on broadband don't forget your modem/router/hub and just hope your cable company's demarc box is still lit.
A car or marine battery can power one of those APC units for quite a long time, by the way. Most of them run on 12V.
A car or marine battery can power one of those APC units for quite a long time, by the way. Most of them run on 12V.
the power supply usually is also a surge protector so it does not matter. well, I would not use an extra surge protector anyway.
yes, don't forget the modem, but don't connect on it devices you won't need (printer, etc..).
keep on it only devices you will need to exit current positions in an orderly manner.
since we are talking safety...
have TWO internet connections possible at all times. if possible from 2 providers :
- one broadband (DSL, cable, lease)
- another way (simple 56k modem)
that way you use 2 totally different routing methods in case of emergency.
this is why : your broadband might be knocked out if AC is out in your building. some of these devices do need available AC.
phone lines use another route, unless if connected to an unprotected PBX (then you are screwed).
tntneo
yes, don't forget the modem, but don't connect on it devices you won't need (printer, etc..).
keep on it only devices you will need to exit current positions in an orderly manner.
since we are talking safety...
have TWO internet connections possible at all times. if possible from 2 providers :
- one broadband (DSL, cable, lease)
- another way (simple 56k modem)
that way you use 2 totally different routing methods in case of emergency.
this is why : your broadband might be knocked out if AC is out in your building. some of these devices do need available AC.
phone lines use another route, unless if connected to an unprotected PBX (then you are screwed).
tntneo
I have a Belkin UPS (http://www.cdw.com/shop/products/default.asp?EDC=210356) and love it. I have two computers and three monitors plugged into it along with a bunch of other stuff.
I'd recommend it wholeheartedly.
I'd recommend it wholeheartedly.
Originally posted by dojibear
I am thinking of purchasing one of those power supplies that kick in and give you 5-10 min of electricity whenever you get a power failure. Any @ home traders has one of those?
TIA
Cheers!
dojibear,
I have a Belkin 650VA and it works great. My power has been down as much as 20 minutes (it has 25 minutes of back-up time), and it kept everything running normal on battery until the power came back on.
Hope this helps.
looks like stockerup and i agree on this.
