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Backup power unit
Why doesn't the backup power unit provide power to the modem for wifi? The power just went out and i found this out. Can they not connect the modem and switch via poe or something?
LisaO I have batt backup for phone emergency calls only. Battery won't last long with 1 hr calls. less than 6 hrs. In a ups the battery size limits the amount of time it will work The 3200 draws 3 amps at 12 volt so a small ups might last 3 to 6 hours. The ont is plugged into 120 so i don't think internet will be available with power out. You could use a INVERTER generator $1000 plus cheap construction one put out a corrupt 60 cycle that electronics don't like ( square wave 60 cycle ). Only plugged in phone will work no handhelds the base is on 120 plug.
