Linux World Canada Planning meeting

[David J Patrick]

Ron Scott wrote:

>
> Please be aware that most UPSs require AC power to be present to start
> operating. If the UPSs are just attached to a PC, nothing will happen,
> unless the UPS has been modified. Hopefully, all planned methods of
> powering equipment will be tested well before the event. 

AFAIK, an average UPS will power a modest box for an hour TOPS, and that
is without monitor !
While it might me marginally feasible to use an array of car batteries,
and an inverter, it's at least $100 worth of PITA.
Tell ya what; I'll chip in $10. and if there are 9 other loose pocketed
linux lubbers, we got us juice for the show !
djp
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