NIST 800-53 Rev. 5

PE-11(2): Emergency Power | Alternate Power Supply — Self-contained

Control Text:

Provide an alternate power supply for the system that is activated [Selection: manually; automatically] and that is: (a) Self-contained; (b) Not reliant on external power generation; and (c) Capable of maintaining [Selection: minimally required operational capability; full operational capability] in the event of an extended loss of the primary power source.

The provision of a long-term, self-contained power supply can be satisfied by using one or more generators with sufficient capacity to meet the needs of the organization.

Related Controls

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