On Jun 23, 2005, at 9:06 AM, Peter Saint James wrote:
Several months ago, we discussed using or not using surge
suppressors with Powerbooks, and I found out the hard way that we
came to an erroneous conclusion.
We concluded that the power adapter would protect the Powerbook
from a surge. Turns out this is not true.
I have to admit that the surge to my book was a big one. A
bolt of lightening hit near my house. It knocked out the surge
suppressor then continued on, zapping the printer, other items that
were plugged into it, and my powerbook.
The power adapter was indeed fried. Replacing it didn't solve
problems, however. Apple replaced the motherboard, and it now
seems to be working okay. Fortunately, AppleCare covered it.
It still bothers me that the manual is mute on this subject and
even includes an illustration showing the power adapter plugged
directly into the wall socket. It also seems odd to me that
computers don't come equipped with surge suppressors.
Surge protectors can't handle the surges created by a close
lightening strike as you learned. I doubt a surge protector would
have changed your outcome.
As to why computers aren't equipped with surge protectors, that is
easy. They wear out. Each time a surge is clamped, a little of its
usefulness is depleted. They need to be replaced frequently.
david
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