The mains voltage is not always stable. And its next jump can lead not only to the failure of the operating system and loss of information, but also to the breakdown of the computer. In this case, the cost of new components can be quite significant. In order not to risk your computer and protect it from power surges, you can install a surge protector.
Necessary
Network filter
Instructions
Step 1
Very often, surge protectors are confused with conventional extension cords. All they have in common is some external similarity. The main function of the surge protector is to absorb power surges. With a very high voltage surge in the network, a circuit breaker is triggered in the device, which simply cuts off the electric current.
Step 2
Connecting a surge protector is practically the same as connecting a conventional adapter. Just plug the surge protector into a power outlet. After that, connect all devices to it. It should also have a power button. After you connect the monitor, system unit and other equipment to the surge protector, press the power button on the device. After that, everything is connected and ready to go. If you plan to use the computer for a long time (a week or more), then it is better to unplug the surge protector from the outlet.
Step 3
The surge protector has an indicator of the maximum power that it can withstand. Therefore, make sure that the total power of the devices that are connected to it does not exceed the maximum permissible power of the device. Otherwise, it is better to purchase a surge protector that can withstand the higher load.
Step 4
There are a few rules to follow when using surge protectors. You cannot connect them to each other. Also, if computer equipment is connected to the device, it is not recommended to connect air conditioners, heaters and other similar devices to it. It is better to use another surge protector to connect these devices. It is also not recommended to connect a laser printer to it. The power of most of these printing devices is too high, so it is better to plug them into a regular outlet.
