Line Conditioners; Uninterruptible Power Supplies - Dell 5160 Owner's Manual

Many surge protectors have a telephone jack for modem protection. See the surge protector
documentation for modem connection instructions.
NOTICE:
the network wall jack during electrical storms.

Line Conditioners

NOTICE:
Line conditioners are designed to maintain AC voltage at a fairly constant level.

Uninterruptible Power Supplies

NOTICE:
NOTE:
To ensure maximum battery operating time, connect only your computer to a UPS. Connect other
devices, such as a printer, to a separate power strip that provides surge protection.
A UPS protects against power fluctuations and interruptions. UPS devices contain a battery that
provides temporary power to connected devices when AC power is interrupted. The battery charges
while AC power is available. See the UPS manufacturer documentation for information on battery
operating time and to ensure that the device is approved by Underwriters Laboratories (UL).
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Setting Up Your Computer
Not all surge protectors offer network adapter protection. Disconnect the network cable from
Line conditioners do not protect against power interruptions.
Loss of power while data is being saved to the hard drive may result in data loss or file damage.