You can easily keep your home network running during a power outage — here's how

Stay online when the power goes out with the right backup hardware and a little planning.

By Will Shanklin Nov. 7, 2026 2:30 pm EST Misha Feshchak / Unsplash Add Engadget on Google: Google Discover

If your power goes out, your laptop's battery will keep it up and running. It's a convenience that's not afforded to every electronic in your home. For example, networking gear, like a Wi-Fi mesh system or, more importantly, your router, will go dead silent in the event of an outage.