FIOS Battery Backup Unit - Typical Lifespan ONE YEAR? Replacing with rechargeable

I am replacing our BBU for the 3rd time in as many years. I do not mind replacing it but I would think the battery should last longer unless there is something that is drawing off of it. I do not remember having that many power outages this past year and the fact that they all seem to quit after 12 months is a bit suspicious. Is this the typical lifespan for these batteries?
Also, I am replacing it this time with a rechargeable, hoping I can get a bit more life out of it. Has anyone had any luck with using a rechargeable?
Thanks,
Kevin

wankerKevin wrote:
I am replacing our BBU for the 3rd time in as many years. I do not mind replacing it but I would think the battery should last longer unless there is something that is drawing off of it. I do not remember having that many power outages this past year and the fact that they all seem to quit after 12 months is a bit suspicious. Is this the typical lifespan for these batteries?
Also, I am replacing it this time with a rechargeable, hoping I can get a bit more life out of it. Has anyone had any luck with using a rechargeable?
Thanks,
Kevin
The battery should not fail that fast. If it does you are using the wrong battery or have a defective BBU. Since you said you are going to replace it with a rechargeable battery this time, my guess is you have been using the wrong battery. The recommended battery is a 12-Volt 7.2 Ah SLA Sealed Lead Acid battery, which is a rechargealbe battery. The Verizon provided model is a GT12080-HG.
Check out Amazon for the best prices. There is no advantage to buying it from Verizon and it will cost more. (Verizon even states that you can buy it at other outlets.)

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Hello,
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