[mythtv-users] Uninterruptible Power Supply

[Mark]

David Brodbeck wrote:
>
> Another good option, if you're moderately handy, is to find a local 
> computer surplus outlet and buy "dead" UPSs.  I've picked up a few 
> fairly nice APC BackUPS units from the "AS IS" pile for under $5 each, 
> and they only needed new batteries.
>
An even more interesting hack:  Take your dead UPS and attach a garden 
tractor battery or motorcycle battery. More uptime.  Be careful of the 
fumes of course.