Gateway 910 Series, System Manual

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Protecting against power source problems
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Managing Your
Server
Protecting against power source
problems
Surge suppressors, line conditioners, and uninterruptible power supplies can
help protect your server against power source problems.
Surge suppressors
During a power surge, the voltage level of electricity coming into your server
can increase far above normal levels and cause data loss or server damage.
Protect your server and peripherals by connecting them to a surge suppressor,
which will absorb voltage surges and prevent them from reaching your server.
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 server.
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Check the energy absorption (dissipation) rating. The higher the energy
absorption rating, the better the protection for your server.
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Check for line-conditioner capabilities. A line conditioner smooths out
some of the normal line noise (small voltage fluctuations) of an electrical
supply.