So does this item Ruin computers..Is that what i am getting outta it so if i have a computer on i shouldnt have this device plugged in...
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We have four Pest A Cators in our ranch style home: one in the crawl space, one in the attic, and one at each "end" of our ranch home. One Pest A Cator is about twelve feet from the modem and smart tv that are the entertainment core and we use laptops in the same room and any problems we've had have been resolved without regarding the Pest A Cator, so, as far as we're concerned, short answer is "No." How this would apply to your situation? Can't say.
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That's what I am doing. No problems till now. It also depends on the quality of extension cord and what else you are connecting to it (if using an extension board with more than 1 plug points. I am using an extension board made for computers, with surge protection.
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I never plug into computer, just use it stand-alone,l I use the 1-5 duplicator stand-alone also.
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I think it's what you're using to connect, it thinks you're connected to a computer. I get this sometimes on other items, do it in your car or use a different USB to AC connector.
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I don't know!! Sorry, but mine's been plugged in to an outlet the whole time I've had it. PC
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You cannot destroy a device by connecting a power supply with a larger current rating than its requirement. If your device needs 0.7A to 1A then it would take just that amount. I believe however that if your battery for the device is poorly design then it could take more than the required amt and damage the device. It is also in my opinion that the power plug is not going to be the problem. I have mine and it works well still. I also left my device on the power plug longer than it used to and my device still works fine. Hope this info helps
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I just tried it. I put my computer in sleep mode and all the devices that are plugged into the controlled slot turned off. So if your peripherals are plugged into the the controlled slots they will turn off.
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You are correct on your question. I don't use the power cable for my external hard drive
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Gary, I do have a question you might be able to answer for me. Since I'm home a lot using the netbook, should I conserve my battery as I'd seen someone mention elsewhere? Is is best to remove the battery and use the power cord to do so? Is that harmful in any way to battery life or computer?
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I havent had a problem with it.. But i would make sure you plugged it all the way in... But other than that idk..sorry
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The controlled outlets work off one device, which is plugged into the "master" outlet. I have my CPU plugged into that one, since I don't use the peripherals when the computer is off. Theoretically, you could plug anything into it, even a lamp, and when you turned it off all of the controlled outlets would go off as well. The outlets do stay on for 90 seconds after the "master" is turned off. Perhaps that is what is confusing you. Hope this helps.
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This may sound crazy, but I've read it elsewhere & found it to be true; don't use one. I started having issues so I looked for solutions online. After reading up in several locations I figured out that I had to re-solder a connection & stop using the AC adapter. Ever since, it's been running perfect (until the batteries in the keyboard die that is). It gets it's power from my laptop & I don't have to worry about plugging it in! Hope that helps, good luck!
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Patricia, I am afraid I am not tech minded enough to give you a for sure answer about this, but my computer guy said that because I had a good deal of electrical items I would do well to get this power saving device. Actually it is a surge protector which allows the appliances (ie: computer, monitor, adding machine, electric pencil sharpner, computer speakers, printer, routers, and phone) from being damaged during a power surge or outage. If the electricity goes out then the battery will still allow you to use the computer for a short time until it looses it's charge. That is basically all the computer tech told me but I can't see why it would not work on either Mac's or PC's. Hope this helps. Patricia, I am afraid I am not tech minded enough to give you a for sure answer about this, but my computer guy said that because I had a good deal of electrical items I would do well to get this power saving device. Actually it is a surge protector which allows the appliances (ie: computer, monitor, adding machine, electric pencil sharpner, computer speakers, printer, routers, and phone) from being damaged during a power surge or outage. If the electricity goes out then the battery will still allow you to use the computer for a short time until it looses it's charge. That is basically all... » Read More Patricia, I am afraid I am not tech minded enough to give you a for sure answer about this, but my computer guy said that because I had a good deal of electrical items I would do well to get this power saving device. Actually it is a surge protector which allows the appliances (ie: computer, monitor, adding machine, electric pencil sharpner, computer speakers, printer, routers, and phone) from being damaged during a power surge or outage. If the electricity goes out then the battery will still allow you to use the computer for a short time until it looses it's charge. That is basically all the computer tech told me but I can't see why it would not work on either Mac's or PC's. Hope this helps. « Show Less
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I have not had any thing that way, but I know that the type of plug used will cause loss of contact and cause power up and downs, and cause some problems. but for the cursor that is another thing I have not used it on a laptop. I would contact them and they will work with you 100%.
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I leave mine plugged into power all the time, but I unplug it from my laptop. When I disconnect, it goes to sleep; then it wakes up and mounts when I plug back in. For reference I use a Mac not a PC.
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yes--I've stopped using them. If your computer sits on a desk and doesn't move around, they're ok. But in and out of a case--the plugs will fall out.
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Well are you doing something you shouldn't? I'm watching you! Seriously, if you are going to worry about that, then stop using a computer, a cell phone, a regular phone and any other modern device. Just be smart and turn you computer off, as well as other devices, when not needed. You will save energy as well.