Infrastructure Guide
UPS & Power Protection
A UPS is not designed to run a property indefinitely
Typical expectations are 10-30 minutes for critical devices. Power protection can be valuable, but it is often overspecified. In many residential installs, a UPS is optional.
When a UPS Helps
- Camera systems needing continuity during short outages
- Smart home controllers / automation hubs
- Network gateways and core switching
- Access control systems
- Larger smart home or AV racks
Remote Reboot / Power Control
Power control devices can be useful for larger systems but are rarely required in simple residential environments. They allow for remote power-cycling of equipment when it becomes unresponsive.
Surge Protection
Whole-property surge protection at the DB is ideal where possible, with additional protection for sensitive equipment as needed.
PDUs vs Power Strips
Use rack PDUs where possible. Avoid cheap multi-way strips and hard wall-mounted power strips inside cabinets, as poor contact can cause intermittent faults.
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