26 Setting Up Your Computerw w w . d e l l . c o m | s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m Many surge protectors have a telephone jack for modem protection. See the surge protectordocumentation for modem connection instructions.NOTICE: Not all surge protectors offer network adapter protection. Disconnect the network cable fromthe network wall jack during electrical storms.Line ConditionersNOTICE: Line conditioners do not protect against power interruptions.Line conditioners are designed to maintain AC voltage at a fairly constant level.Uninterruptible Power SuppliesNOTICE: Loss of power while data is being saved to the hard drive may result in data loss or file damage.NOTE: To ensure maximum battery operating time, connect only your computer to a UPS. Connect otherdevices, such as a printer, to a separate power strip that provides surge protection.A UPS protects against power fluctuations and interruptions. UPS devices contain a battery thatprovides temporary power to connected devices when AC power is interrupted. The battery chargeswhile AC power is available. See the UPS manufacturer documentation for information on batteryoperating time and to ensure that the device is approved by Underwriters Laboratories (UL).
