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A DC UPS with lithium-ion batteries is the best option with the longest lifespan. Pricing usually starts from only R400.
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Most DC UPSs are small and include a ~10cm splitter cable so you can power your Fibre box (ONT) and WiFi router for 4+ hours.
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Different devices have different power needs. The Ubiquiti AirCube requires 24V passive Power Over Ethernet (PoE).
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Read our Fibre During Loadshedding guide before you buy a UPS: https://www.atomic.co.za/fibre-during-loadshedding/