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ReadyNAS 314 - Recommended UPS?
Hi I have a ReadyNAS 314 in the post, and am thinking about a UPS as well. Can anyone recommend any UPS which this ReadyNAS model supports? I would prefer an APC model (as have used them before)....
Have you had a look at the APC runtime calculator?
As StephenB mentioned you must make sure you get a UPS with a USB port. Most APC UPS units with a USB port should be compatible.
For the NAS to shutdown safely you should allow for at least a few minutes of runtime.
For battery longevity it is often recommended not to put more than 80% load on a UPS. If you put too much load on a UPS the battery will drain too quickly shortening its life and need to be replaced much sooner than otherwise.
Will you put other devices on the same UPS?
You can share the UPS via your network (in which case the router/switch also needs to be on the UPS - though these can be left to power off when the UPS battery has drained) with other ReadyNAS units and even PCs and Macs.
As StephenB mentioned you must make sure you get a UPS with a USB port. Most APC UPS units with a USB port should be compatible.
For the NAS to shutdown safely you should allow for at least a few minutes of runtime.
For battery longevity it is often recommended not to put more than 80% load on a UPS. If you put too much load on a UPS the battery will drain too quickly shortening its life and need to be replaced much sooner than otherwise.
Will you put other devices on the same UPS?
You can share the UPS via your network (in which case the router/switch also needs to be on the UPS - though these can be left to power off when the UPS battery has drained) with other ReadyNAS units and even PCs and Macs.
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