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* Six AC outlets | * Six AC outlets | ||
* Illuminated resettable circuit breaker / power switch | * Illuminated resettable circuit breaker / power switch | ||
* Protection status indicator | |||
* Tested and operational | |||
* Protection status indicator | * Protection status indicator | ||
* Telephone line surge protection (RJ11 In/Out, 4-conductor) | * Telephone line surge protection (RJ11 In/Out, 4-conductor) | ||
* Grounded three-prong power plug | * Grounded three-prong power plug | ||
* Attached power cord | * Attached power cord | ||
* Cable length: About 6 feet | |||
== Overview == | == Overview == | ||
The Universal 71637 was marketed for protection of personal computers and related office equipment. In addition to protecting connected AC-powered devices, the unit provides surge protection for telephone lines used by modems, fax machines, and telephones. | The Universal 71637 was marketed for protection of personal computers and related office equipment. In addition to protecting connected AC-powered devices, the unit provides surge protection for telephone lines used by modems, fax machines, and telephones. The example documented by OldSurge was tested and found to be operational, with all outlets indicating correct wiring when checked with a receptacle tester. | ||
The built-in "Protection Indicator" lamp provides a visual indication that surge protection circuitry is operational. | The built-in "Protection Indicator" lamp provides a visual indication that surge protection circuitry is operational. | ||
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== Gallery == | == Gallery == | ||
<gallery | <gallery> | ||
File:Surge_Universal_71637_1998_Main_01.jpg|Universal 71637 six-outlet surge protector. | File:Surge_Universal_71637_1998_Main_01.jpg|Universal 71637 six-outlet surge protector. | ||
File:Surge_Universal_71637_1998_Outlets_01.jpg|Close-up of the six AC outlets. | File:Surge_Universal_71637_1998_Outlets_01.jpg|Close-up of the six AC outlets. | ||
File:Surge_Universal_71637_1998_Bottom_01.jpg|Integrated RJ11 telephone line surge protection ports. | File:Surge_Universal_71637_1998_Bottom_01.jpg|Integrated RJ11 telephone line surge protection ports. | ||
File:Surge_Universal_71637_1998_top_01.jpg|Top section showing the Universal branding and control panel. | |||
File:Surge_Universal_71637_1998_PowerSwitchIlluminated_01.jpg|Illuminated power switch and protection indicator. | |||
File:Surge_Universal_71637_1998_Tested_01.jpg|Outlet test showing correct wiring and operation. | |||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
Revision as of 19:26, 13 September 2026
Universal 71637
The Universal 71637 is a six-outlet surge protector manufactured in 1998 and intended for home and office computer equipment.
The unit incorporates AC surge suppression and telephone line protection, reflecting the needs of the late-1990s dial-up internet era when personal computers commonly connected to telephone networks through internal or external modems.
Features
- Six AC outlets
- Illuminated resettable circuit breaker / power switch
- Protection status indicator
- Tested and operational
- Protection status indicator
- Telephone line surge protection (RJ11 In/Out, 4-conductor)
- Grounded three-prong power plug
- Attached power cord
- Cable length: About 6 feet
Overview
The Universal 71637 was marketed for protection of personal computers and related office equipment. In addition to protecting connected AC-powered devices, the unit provides surge protection for telephone lines used by modems, fax machines, and telephones. The example documented by OldSurge was tested and found to be operational, with all outlets indicating correct wiring when checked with a receptacle tester.
The built-in "Protection Indicator" lamp provides a visual indication that surge protection circuitry is operational.
Gallery
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Universal 71637 six-outlet surge protector. -
Close-up of the six AC outlets. -
Integrated RJ11 telephone line surge protection ports. -
Top section showing the Universal branding and control panel. -
Illuminated power switch and protection indicator. -
Outlet test showing correct wiring and operation.
