It's for a PC, a paper shredder, and a printer. Thanks ahead of time for all responses.
2006-12-15 06:22:45 · 8 answers · asked by kenrayf 6 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Desktops
Thanks so far, I'm familiar with using a UPS (Minuteman), but I was looking for something strictly to protect from lightning damage. Thanks again.
2006-12-15 06:54:45 · update #1
I use APC and have for years. They have a battery back up also that lets you have about 15/20 minutes to shut everything down if there is a sudden power outage. And they also have a separate section on the back that is just a surge protector, if you don't need the batter back up for some things.
Ron
2006-12-15 06:27:55 · answer #1 · answered by Ron75 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You could get a surge protector but I'd advise spending about 20% more for an Uninterruptible power supply. You get the line clamping and surge suppression of the SP but since you're running a PC on it you get a few minutes of power in the event of a line event. I recently bought a CyberPower 485 Kva model at Staples that I maintain my work at home systems on. You'll have outlets on that for the printer and shredder that don't us the battery backup.
2006-12-15 06:28:21 · answer #2 · answered by dem4six 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i could seek for a some distance better Joules score. The cheapies have a score of three hundred Joules which no longer sufficient. additionally, i like to have a circuit breaker equipped in, besides to the surge protector.
2016-12-11 09:46:34 · answer #3 · answered by hergenroeder 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Start with this page from APC ... it will ask a series of questions including what devices will be attached to the device & finally select the appropriate model for you.
Yes, stay away from surge suppressors & get an uninteruptable power supply instead.
http://www.apc.com/tools/ups_selector/index.cfm?lid=Go%20to%20the%20UPS%20Selector
regards,
Philip T
2006-12-15 06:43:12 · answer #4 · answered by Philip T 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
APC makes the best, and most reliable. You can get one at Walmart for $35. It is a backup battery as well. You can then plug the thing into your computer's USB slot, and it will detect when the power goes off. So lets say you aren't home, and the power goes off...your computer will shut down for you. It is very nice, and very reliable. I have had mine for 3 years.
2006-12-15 06:33:48 · answer #5 · answered by Crizzle Gizzle 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Belkin Surgemaster is a great product. I have a PC, phone, speakers, tv, printer, and shredder on mine.
Panamax is also good and has outlets for coaxial cables.
2006-12-15 06:26:48 · answer #6 · answered by wildenemart 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
APC makes great surge protectors and battery backups.
http://www.apc.com/
2006-12-15 06:30:22 · answer #7 · answered by BlankProfile 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes, get a ups or ur wasting ur money .. surge protectors are only as good as the fine print in the warranty and do absolutely no good imo ...and i live in lightning central south florida i know ....
2006-12-15 06:27:08 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋