Will it work if plugged into a powerstrip/surge protector or does it need to be plugged directly into an outlet?
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Hi J. BolusIt is not recommended to put a Linksys Powerline device behind a powerstrip or surge protector. Although there have been users that were able to successfully make it work behind surge protectors, we still recommend plugging Powerline adapters directly into a power outlet. For further information about this device, follow this link: http://homesupport.cisco.com/en-us/support/powerline/PLSK400Thanks.Cisco-Linksys Supporthttp://homesupport.cisco.com
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http://www.linksys.com/en-latam/products/powerline/PLSK400 this says it works if plugged into a power strip.
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Hi J. Bolus It is not recommended to put a Linksys Powerline device behind a powerstrip or surge protector. Although there have been users that were able to successfully make it work behind surge protectors, we still recommend plugging Powerline adapters directly into a power outlet. For further information about this device, follow this link: http://homesupport.cisco.com/en-us/support/powerline/PLSK400 Thanks. Cisco-Linksys Support http://homesupport.cisco.com
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I have found that it depends. I have successfully used mine with some power strips, but not others, likely due to the differences in how the surge protection, if any, on the strip is accomplished electrically. I have also had success with extension cords and output expanders.
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I have mine plugged into a power strip. I do not know if you can plug a power strip into it.
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I have mine plugged into a surge protector. Just my two cents. But I cannot see a reason why plugging this device into an extension cord would create any issues (other than ensuring polarity). Hope this helps...
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It is a three pronged plug and I believe it must go directly into the wall (not through a power-strip for instance). Check the vendor site for more details.
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No idea what this question has to do with the product, but, yes, to function properly a surge protector needs to be plugged into a grounded outlet (hence the three prong plug).
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It just plugs into the wall outlet. I hope that is helpful. Maybe I'm not understanding, let me know.
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Yes; the plug has a grounding pin, so it needs to be plugged into a grounded wall outlet (a grounding adapter can be used if the wall outlet is not grounded, according to the included instructions). Do not use an extension cord or power strip.
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Like everyone else says, it works no problem with a power strip as long as you don't exceed total watts. I have several electronic items plugged into mine through a power strip.
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I think you could plug in with no problem but I dont know if it would affect the way a surge protector works? Product worked great for outdoor lights for holidays so I did not have to go out in the cold to turn them all off!
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The Tripp Lite surge protector will not plug directly into a single outlet. The surge protector plugs into one half of a duplex 3 prong outlet and stabilizes with a plastic prong that uses the grounding hole in the remaining half of the duplex outlet.
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Also looking for this. Starting to wonder if it's not a true surge protector, and just has a simple fuse like most power strips.
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You need to plug into an outlet for it to work. The outlet is not included.
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Just a power strip. I needed it for the kitchen but didn't need 6 outlets or surge protector either. This is good quality and fit the bill for small areas.
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It is a surge protector, so from what I understand it is better to plug it into this than just the wall or a regular extension cord.
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It is directly wired for an 110v AC plug, so my guess is it would require an adapter. The manufacturers website may provide a definite answer.
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If you plug it into the bottom plug you can use the top plug-in, It also works if plugged into a powerstrip.