What UPS works with Synology NAS?
UPS
| Brand | Model Number | Tested by |
|---|---|---|
| Show All —— APC CyberPower Delta EATON FT UPS INFOSEC Kehua MGE NEXT Nitram Omron Online-USV PowerShield PowerWalker Powercom Santak | Show All —— Synology Vendor Recommended | |
| APC | BK475I | Vendor Recommended |
| APC | BK500 | Synology |
| APC | BK500-RS | Vendor Recommended |
How do I connect Synology to UPS?
Connect the UPS device to a USB port of the Synology NAS. On the UPS tab, tick the Enable UPS support checkbox. Select when the Synology NAS should enter Safe Mode upon power failure. If you wish to shut down the UPS when the system enters Safe Mode, tick Shut down UPS when the system enters Safe Mode.
Do I need UPS for Synology?
An UPS could be the ideal solution that allows you to stay online in case of a power failure. If you run a web server on your Synology NAS with an online website on it, an UPS is a must-have. It doesn’t matter what you think, you can’t predict when the power goes out.
Is APC or CyberPower better?
Though the APC unit had a much longer advertised rating at a 50W load—87 minutes versus 59 minutes—the CyberPower unit edged it out in our real-world tests, averaging 59.6 minutes compared with APC’s 55.8 minutes. But CyberPower’s AVR Series has user reviews dating back almost 10 years.
How important is a UPS for NAS?
A UPS is definitely necessary to protect your NAS and more importantly the files you work with. If you were to lose power during a file transaction/modification, you may have data corruption with the files in use. Brown outs or power fluctuations can cause problems with any electrical device.
Is UPS necessary for NAS?
The NAS only has to be in the process of writing data to the disk at the very moment a power outage occurs; and this has potential to immediately corrupt the entire drive. So, the general consensus is to use a UPS with all NAS devices.
How many watts does Synology NAS use?
Basically, a Synology NAS with two discs consumes approximately 30 W/watts, the energy usage of a modern led light bulb. It’s possible to reduce power consumption by 1 watt through the Control Panel by completely turning off the LED’s on your Synology NAS.
Is APC electronics a good brand?
APC and CyberPower are two great brands and you can’t go wrong with their products across the board. They both have good warranties and fair prices. Refer to my side-by-side comparisons above to help pick the best UPS in the capacity you need.
Which UPS is best for NAS?
If you have a server at home or a Synology NAS, then you probably want to use the Smart Connect from APC to monitor and safely shut down your devices. The SMC1500C is then a really good choice. It has a nice large battery of 1500VA/900W, 8 outlets, and is capable of running 1 hour and 30 minutes on a load of 100 watts.
How does the ups compatibility list work for Synology?
Any UPS model on our compatibility list can be used to extend UPS service to a second Synology product using Network UPS Server. The first Synology product, which connects to the UPS via USB, acts as a Network UPS Server and relays UPS information to the other “client” Synology product in its local network.
Is the Synology hard drive compatible with USB?
Synology has been striving to improve product compatibility to various drives, USB devices and network peripherals. We recommend checking out our compatibility list before purchasing the peripherals you need. We have tested and verified the compatibility of third-party products and peripherals on the Synology Products Compatibility List.
Where can I get support for APC power?
To request support for APC power, cooling, and infrastructure solutions, contact the data center support team at Schneider Electric. APC Trade-UPS Program allows you to trade in any brand UPS battery back-up for a current model. Go green!