Comment on How to auto remount external HDD after power loss to laptop server?
warmaster@lemmy.world 4 weeks ago
I can infer that you want suggestions for cost efficient backup power. Depending on the laptop model, it could power the HDD and in case of an outage it could draw power from the laptop’s battery. It would decrease battery charge duration but it would be enough for a graceful shutdown to prevent data loss.
Alternatively, you could maybe use a battery pack.
klankin@piefed.ca 4 weeks ago
Ive thought about trying this before, but do you have any experience with how to actually hook up the power supply?
Never thought breaking a drive was worth the risk, but theoretically you should be able to solder a buck converter to the laptops motherboard if the voltage requirements vary.