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to UPS or not to UPS?
Hi I have some questions that I'm sure have been asked before, but maybe not... I am thinking of adding a UPS to my Ready NAS Duo 2 * 2TB Seagate Barracuda setup. My data isn't critical, but ...
While a second hand unit sounds great, and the Smart-UPS 750VA LCD is a nice unit, you need to check on something first. Are replacement batteries available locally and if so, at what cost. I have two Back-Ups NS1250 LCD units and find the LCD is very handy. It will give you the input voltage, how many minutes it has left and other info. I recently replaced the batteries in the unit attached to my NAS units (and primary PC) after about 5 years for a cost of $80. A new unit (without the LCD) would cost about $150. Add the replacement cost of the batteries to the asking price of the unit and then decide if it is a good deal.
Batteries have a life of about 3 to 5 years depending on usage. The unit will tell you when it's time to replace the batteries.
Even if you only use it as a big surge protector, it may save your equipment some day.
Batteries have a life of about 3 to 5 years depending on usage. The unit will tell you when it's time to replace the batteries.
Even if you only use it as a big surge protector, it may save your equipment some day.
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