AA> I agree!   That is why any SOHO operator should be considering the
 AA> extra assurance that a UPS can provide during a brown-out, power-surge
 AA> or a total power failure while the PC is operating. 
A GOOD UPS will protect equipment _beyond_ active operational periods.
_Constant_ series of high sequential line spikes, for example, can still
cause damages to power supplies even if the switch is "off" on the machine.
And, there have been reports of a UPS "taking it all" at such stressful times
as when lightning scores a direct hit. Better a UPS than the equipment
it's designed to protect...
Semper Fi
RTP
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... I cleaned my desk. Now I can't see the floor !
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