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Smart Plug
Smart Plug
The smart plug was the key to making this whole ‘backup server that only runs sometimes’ idea actually work. I used it to measure wattage and to let Home Assistant cut power after the server finished its backup and shut down. It’s a simple way to automate power without getting fancy with IPMI on old gear.
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Pros
- +Enables scheduled power control via Home Assistant
- +Lets you measure power draw during testing
- +Makes occasional-run backup servers practical
Cons
- -Not a replacement for graceful shutdown by itself
- -You need to design automations carefully to avoid cutting power mid-task
