Should I get a surge protector for my computer?

Anthonyx978 · Mar 17, 2014

My computer is currently connected to a multi outlet. Pretty much there are 2 original outlets that are in the wall and I put a multi outlet where it occupies the wall one and gives u 6 other outlets to use. I have my lamp, monitor, computer, second monitor, and phone charger connected to it. It's fairly old. Should I get a surge protector or some kind of other power strip for my computer? I am making a new computer also if that matters. Thanks

david271749 · Mar 17, 2014

Yes. It would be a lot safer. Get a strip. Don't daisy chain it though.

fricklesmn · Mar 17, 2014

Hello Anthonyx978,

I highly recommend a surge supressor at minimum to protect your electronics of all types. Look for one which has a lifetime warranty and a "connected equipment warranty" as a better guarantee of reliability.

As an improved measure, I would also recommend you consider purchasing a UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) or Battery Backup Unit. They can be purchased starting under $100 and not only protect against surges, but also brownouts and blackouts, and they also condition the power coming into computer which can increase lifespan of electronics. Hope this information is helpful.

Anthonyx978 · Mar 17, 2014

What kind should I get? and what voltage or watt capacity ? This is my pc build if it helps

PCPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/38Fny
Price breakdown by merchant: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/38Fny/by_merchant/
Benchmarks: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/38Fny/benchmarks/

CPU: Intel Core i7-4770K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor (Purchased For $269.99)
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-D14 65.0 CFM CPU Cooler (Purchased For $78.98)
Motherboard: MSI Z87-G45 Gaming ATX LGA1150 Motherboard (Purchased For $149.99)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1866 Memory (Purchased For $84.99)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 250GB 2.5" Solid State Disk (Purchased For $139.99)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Black 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive (Purchased For $139.99)
Video Card: Asus GeForce GTX 780 3GB Video Card (Purchased For $499.99)
Power Supply: SeaSonic M12II 650W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply (Purchased For $99.99)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) (Purchased For $84.99)
Total: $1548.90
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-03-17 19:38 EDT-0400)

Nolan Middlemas · Mar 17, 2014

I definitely recommend this. Get like a strip but not a daisy chain. They are cheap and will really protect your comp when being worked on.

fricklesmn · Mar 17, 2014

Hello again,

For surge supression only:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16812120401
CyberPower 850 6 Feet 8 Outlets 2400 Joules Home/Office Surge Protection (~$25)

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIA24G15X9176
APC P8VNTG 6 ft. 8 Outlets 2690 Joules Power-Saving Surge Protector with Phone/Network/Coax Protection (~$65)

For Battery Backup:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16842101311
APC BE750G 750 VA 450 Watts 10 Outlets Power Saving Back-UPS ES (~$100)

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16842101393
APC BR1000G 1000 VA 600 w 8 Outlets Power-saving Back-UPS (~$140)

I would recommend the 2nd UPS for the extra ~$40.00 if you go this route.

I hope this helps!

Nolan Middlemas · Mar 17, 2014

fricklesmn :

Hello again,

For surge supression only:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16812120401
CyberPower 850 6 Feet 8 Outlets 2400 Joules Home/Office Surge Protection (~$25)

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIA24G15X9176
APC P8VNTG 6 ft. 8 Outlets 2690 Joules Power-Saving Surge Protector with Phone/Network/Coax Protection (~$65)

For Battery Backup:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16842101311
APC BE750G 750 VA 450 Watts 10 Outlets Power Saving Back-UPS ES (~$100)

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16842101393
APC BR1000G 1000 VA 600 w 8 Outlets Power-saving Back-UPS (~$140)

I would recommend the 2nd UPS for the extra ~$40.00 if you go this route.

I hope this helps!

Paying a little extra money will definitely help you in the long run.

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