APC PNOTEPRO3 Surge Arrest Notebook Pro Surge Protector Review

I couldn't believe the other reviews, so I have to write one.

First, I have an electronics and computer background.So I've been dealing with surge protection for 20 years in a number of different technical areas.And no, I have never worked for APC or any surge manufacturer.I HAVE seen and repaired plenty of fried equipment!!!

The top review here is not even about this product, but a rant against the manufacturer.I have seen what it takes to protect against a CLOSE lightning strike (can you say $10,000?) and almost nothing will help if it hits your house.I don't believe anybody would warranty replace due to a direct lightning strike (those policies are for defective units, not acts of god).Don't be angry because you thought this thing is a magic shield, it's not.(BTW, my garage door opener got fried once too- because I didn't have protection on the garage and a big bolt hit 50-100 yards away.That put a surge in the lines for 1 sq. mile or more.That is what a surge is good for and why I have one on the garage now.)

There are 2 possible responses for a surge protector when it gets old and wears out.YES! THEY WEAR OUT.The components inside (metal oxide varistors or similar depending on type) are like little shock absorbers- they absorb and absorb so much and eventually they can't take much more.Usually this takes a couple years- but it depends on your electrical environment doesn't it?But then it can either A) pass the shock on to your equipment with you none the wiser- actually, leaving you thinking you are protected (false sense of protection and asking for trouble)or B) STOP working and make sure you realize you need to replace it!

You WANT option B.So disregard the second review.I'm glad people share their opinions, but I try and listen to the ones who know what they are talking about.

Now, on to this product specifics.The connector here is designed for a 3 prong (C6 style) laptop- where your power cord plugs into the little brick power supply.So it fits inline between the power cord and the power supply.I like the velcro strap that wraps around this surge protector and attaches it to the power supply.It makes it easy to lug this thing around and doesn't take an extra step to plug this in.AND...think about this- it makes it nearly impossible for you to accidentally leave the surge behind (plugged in to the wall under the table, for example).

It has connectors for phone and fax cables too.Several nice features on that.Looks like 180 joules, so because it is small it only has so much capacity.Hey, a $10 protector is cheap compared to how much time and cost and aggravation I would have if my laptop burns up.You can carry a full size surge for more protection if you have room, this one is a great supplement and mobile.

So...no reason not to get this, it's absolutely fine for what it is.

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APC Surge Arrest Notebook Pro Surge Protector (C6 Connector)

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