Whether working from home or the office, a WiFi router UPS is one such gadget that is really important to us at the time of a power cut. Indeed, a UPS is a crucial component for a WiFi router since it allows users to continue using the network even in the event of an electricity outage, which happens frequently in India. We got an Oakter Mini UPS, a portable tiny UPS that connects to your Wi-Fi router and offers backup power in the event of an outage. After using it for around a month, this is our full review of the Oakter Mini UPS-12V.
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Oakter Mini UPS-12V Review: Design
For the past few months, there have been frequent power outages around our household. Although there is a power backup option, but our work gets interrupted after a long outage. The WiFi router has to be reconnected after being disconnected due to the power outage, which takes roughly four to five minutes. When you have a class or a meeting online, for example, it can be really frustrating at times and lead to blunders during the meeting.
Oakter Mini UPS for WiFi router is a new product for individuals who depend on continuous internet access. For those looking for a reliable power backup solution for their modems and routers, it is an absolute necessity.
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From its appearance, the Oakter Mini UPS-12v resembles a tiny power bank. It is small and portable and can also be carried along.
You don’t need to worry about your Wi-Fi socket because two different types of plugs are available here. You do not need to purchase an adapter separately, the firm has not included one with the UPS. The mini UPS has a power rating of 12V.
In terms of build quality, it appears to be average. Vents are located on one side of the UPS. A power switch, an LED indicator, a power input port, and a power output cord are located on the opposite side.
Oakter Mini UPS-12V Review: Performance
Since Oakter MiniUPS is pre-charged and ready to use immediately out of the box, there is no need for a first charge.
Setting up Oakter Mini UPS is quite simple, quick, and hassle-free. The LED indication will show that the power supply is adequate when you plug the device into the power socket.
Oakter MiniUPS is available in 9v and 12v options. It supports 9v DC and 12v DC routers of all major brands like D-Link, TP-Link, Airtel, Jio Fiber, etc.
It works just similar to any other power backup option. Not only its job is to maintain a steady internet connection in the event of a power outage, but Oakter MiniUPS also has the ability to power small gadgets like biometric systems, CCTV cameras, smartphones, and set-top boxes.
Mini UPS can establish a connection with your modem and WiFi router. Your router will operate solely on battery power in the case of a power outage. Additionally, a Mini UPS can guard your router from fluctuations or spikes in power.
As per the company, the Oakter Mini UPS delivers an uninterruptible power supply that may provide you with up to 4 hours of battery backup in the event of a power outage. It packs a 2,000 mAh battery, which should be able to provide that many hours.
In our tests, it operated for three hours during an extremely long power failure, and depending on the router make, it may operate for longer.
Verdict
Officially, working remotely is the new standard. The requirement for this new standard is uninterrupted internet connectivity.
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At such a point, a UPS router becomes useful. Power outages are becoming a common issue across the nation, so it’s essential to have a power backup for your WiFi router—like Oakter MiniUPS, which retails for Rs 1,290. Its backup duration is good for our needs and we don’t have to worry about power cuts anymore and the internet going off with it.
There is no complicated installation procedure to begin using the device. All you need to do is plug the device in and get going!
