Backups?

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From a surge protection standpoint, most common surge protectors won't stand against lightning. It has enough voltage to 'jump' connections. Plus you need a system which protects from surges through your Cable/DSL modem as well. Years ago, I used to install DirecTV and PrimeStar. After any big storm we would have to replace lots of receivers. Almost all surges that killed the boxes were via the phone line.