If you're leaving your computer plugged in (but switched off) it's safer to leave the surge protector on ! The surge protector will stop any mains spikes reaching the computer - even when the computer is off (mains spikes are known to 'jump' internal connections).
It will very likely damage the surge protector
I dont think it protects the system, it just keeps your computer for blowing up when there is a power surge. What the surge protector does is it takes "the hit" from the surge and that fries instead of the computer.
A surge protector.
If a surge protector had a very high resistance at all voltages, the wires in the surge protector would short out. It would kick off the protector and make it useless. A new surge protector would need to be purchased.
A surge protector
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A surge protector.
A surge protector protects a system against lightening strikes but not against sags or blackouts. Line conditioners also called power conditioners protect your computer against sags and brownouts. The UPS protects your computer against blackouts ~TiffyQT
Reactivation of a surge protector is normally not necessary if your protector has taken a hit. Typically a protector will continue to work without the ned to reactivate it.
When you turn off a surge protector, it stops providing power to the connected devices, offering protection from electrical surges and spikes. It also helps conserve energy as it cuts off power flow to the devices, reducing standby power consumption. It's important to remember that the surge protection feature will be inactive when the surge protector is turned off.
Computer carts generally have a monitor, keyboard and mouse placed on the top of the cart. The computer tower is usually stored on the bottom section of the cart along withthe power surge protector. All of the components are plugged into the surge protector allowing for a portable computer cart. When the computer needs to move, all that has to be done is rolling the cart to the location and plugging in the surger protector.
To ensure the safety of your electronic devices when installing a surge protector, follow these steps: Choose a surge protector with the appropriate joule rating for your devices. Plug the surge protector directly into a wall outlet, not an extension cord. Connect your electronic devices to the surge protector, making sure not to overload it. Test the surge protector regularly and replace it if it shows signs of wear or damage.