Protecting against power source problems
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Managing Your
Computer
Protecting against power source
problems
Surge suppressors, line conditioners, and uninterruptible power supplies can
help protect your computer against power source problems.
Surge suppressors
During a power surge, the voltage level of electricity coming into your
computer can increase far above normal levels and cause data loss or computer
damage.
Protect your computer and peripherals by connecting them to a surge
suppressor, which will absorb voltage surges and help prevent them from
reaching your computer.
When purchasing a surge suppressor:
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Make sure the surge suppressor meets the appropriate product safety
certification for your location, such as Underwriters Laboratories (UL).
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Check the maximum amount of voltage the suppressor allows to pass
through the line. The lower the voltage that the suppressor allows to pass
through, the better the protection for your computer.
Summary of Contents for E-3600
Page 1: ...Gateway E 3600 System Manual October 2001...
Page 2: ......
Page 6: ...vi...
Page 20: ...12 Checking Out Your Gateway Computer...
Page 26: ...18 System Setup...
Page 42: ...34 Working with the Gateway Desktop case 4 Remove the fan cover...
Page 43: ...Replacing the power supply 35 5 Remove the power supply screws Power supply screws...
Page 54: ...46 Working with the Gateway Desktop case...
Page 58: ...50 Working with the Gateway Mid Tower case 6 Swing the side panel away from the case...
Page 86: ...78 Using the BIOS Setup Utility...
Page 112: ...104 Managing Your Computer...
Page 132: ...124 Troubleshooting...
Page 148: ...140 Reference Data Section 2 O M R Q P N L J S A B G F E D C H I K...