I run my HD server from a inexpensive APC UPS and despite all the negative press against such a setup, I haven't notice any negative effects on the sound quality when compared to going direct out of the wall outlet. It's not quite as clean sounding when compared to using a PS Audio Powerplant. The power in my neighborhood occassionally "blinks" on/off and prior to the UPS it wreaked havoc with the computer. Ideally I would rather not use the UPS, but it hasn't turned out to be such a bad move afterall.
Power Conditioning/UPS for Digital Audio Server
I am in the process of building a Digital Audio Server (DAS) and I am giving some consideration to the selection and placement of power conditioner and ups. At this moment I am leaning towards an Audio Magic Stealth Digital/2 outlet connected to a large APC UPS which will connect to a wall outlet on a dedicated circuit. I have heard that UPS's do bad things to power for audio purposes so I may forego the UPS. I would like ideas and feedback from philes who have dealt with this issue before.
On a similar note I would appreciate comments on powercords also.
On a similar note I would appreciate comments on powercords also.