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I wasn’t sure where to classify this…

So this isn’t specifically audio focused, but people here understand things like

power management, THD and so on.

 

I moved from So-Cal where all I had to worry about was having a UPS for a 30 second or less power outage.  Now I live in So-Alabama where hurricanes could potentially take power out for up to 2 weeks!

in said situation, whole house backup generators are extremely

pricey!  I have a regular construction generator I want to use as an emergency backup, as well as a battery backup UPS on my computer.

this is a non-inverter generator, so it’s dirty power.  lol my

UPS protect my computer etc, and regulate the large THD issues, or do I need something to help adapt?  Since this is for backup, and I don’t plan to run my high end theater equipment on it, it’s merely asking advise on equipment that would help me not fry my computer in a 5-10 day power outage with dirty power.  Is the UPC enough?  Do I need more?

maverick3n1

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riley804
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@erik_squires 

 

Also, the NEC as of 2020 requires whole house surge suppressors. 

but doesnt that only apply with new service, service upgrade, or service replacement ?

riley804
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@maverick3n1 

 

  I have a regular construction generator I want to use as an emergency backup, as well as a battery backup UPS on my computer.

 what good is the generator or battery backup going to do for your computer when there has been a hurricane and more than likely the cable or whatever you use to get internet is down and probably will be for a while?

the small generator that you have now is used to power small things......lights, fridge, freezer, fans stuff like that.    

when a hurricane comes, you could care less about if the computer is up and running.         you will now have to deal with hot much hot water do we have left ?   what you wouldnt give to have ac right now.   running out of clean clothes.    cant cook on the stove as the small generator cant power that up, so have to use the grill.......and hope we have enough gas to cook with.                  do you have a well for water ?   if so, how are you going to get water ?

so , as you see.......a computer will be the last thing you will need to worry about.

i sent you a pm also....and feel free to contact me as i have plenty  of info i can pass on to you since you are new to this .

 

riley804
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@maverick3n1

 

I just want to make sure I don’t smoke my gaming rig with dirty power.

your not.

 

i had a mini split at  our other house for that same reason also.

riley804
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@erik_squires 

 

reason i ask this as don’t want members to think that they have to have this done, which they don’t unless one of those three things has been done and then it’s required.

because I live in South Carolina.

i thought you were west coast?

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