Thanks peri and kapt. I do also have somewhat of a dumb question about externals and power. I currently have 9 externals connected to the pc and for there power I just have these 4 port little bars that have power plugs placed so block power plugs can be connected and not loose the outlet. Think this would be ok to put on a extension cord coming from the other room? I looked it up and they seem to only use about 10-15w per drive but just wanted to be sure.
Edit: Just checked the one I have, it's 1000VA, I believe it's this one,
Cyberpower CP1000AVRLCD 1000VA 600W UPS 9 Outlet 1080 Joules AVR LCD RJ11/RJ45 & 1 USB Serial Black