I have a modem without a on/off switch and don't like to unplug it due to where it is located. Can this be used on the AC adapter that plugs into the modem?
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It is the correct unit to interrupt the power to a modem,provided the wire from the 'mole' that plugs into wall receptacle is a double flat cable and not a shielded (coaxial) cord.It's easier to Open one conductor in flat wire.Both conductors pass through switch but one side(Smoother, hot) gets cut,stripped and each side connected to screws in switch.(explained in directions that are in the bag.Unplug unit during the installation.You can, with more patience, use it on a coaxial wire.Interrupt the center wire if you want to strip a more difficult wire.I'm Ill & retired.Call on me again if you need other help.I was in Electronics/TV Repair for 52 years.
1354730
Uh, yes there is no reason to ever turn your modem off unless you are having to reboot it. I have a modem and router combination. Magic Jack was a smart move for me. I am saving tons of money.
2000505
Ella, you can leave it plugged in in definitely. With that said, if your going out of town, or won't be using it for awhile, I would suggest unplugging it, just to be on the safe side. One more suggestion... I would use a surge protector at all times on any electrical devices such as this one. Please know, that I did not like mine and it did not work for my needs. I am still awaiting Amazon to pick it up and refund my account. That being said, if it works for you, and you like it, then by all means, keep it and use it. I hope this information helped helped you out? If I can be of further help, feel free to ask any questions. I'll help if I can. Thank you, $BILL Ella, you can leave it plugged in in definitely. With that said, if your going out of town, or won't be using it for awhile, I would suggest unplugging it, just to be on the safe side. One more suggestion... I would use a surge protector at all times on any electrical devices such as this one. Please know, that I did not like mine and it did not work for my needs. I am still awaiting Amazon to pick it up and refund my account. That being said, if it works for you, and you like it, then by all means, keep it and use it. I hope this information helped helped you out? If I can be of further... » Read More Ella, you can leave it plugged in in definitely. With that said, if your going out of town, or won't be using it for awhile, I would suggest unplugging it, just to be on the safe side. One more suggestion... I would use a surge protector at all times on any electrical devices such as this one. Please know, that I did not like mine and it did not work for my needs. I am still awaiting Amazon to pick it up and refund my account. That being said, if it works for you, and you like it, then by all means, keep it and use it. I hope this information helped helped you out? If I can be of further help, feel free to ask any questions. I'll help if I can. Thank you, $BILL « Show Less
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No reason you couldn't. It plugs directly into an outlet so that might be an astetic issue.
1601375
It does not require the use of the AC adapter, it will work without the AC adapter being plugged in. It will only work, however, as good as any non-powered USB hub, meaning, there would be a limit to the amount of power that can be used by the devices connected, some devices will require the additional power, that is the advantage of the additional AC Power source.
1482110
I don't see why not. It simply plugs in the socket and you plug what you want into it and after the time is up it turns off the electric.
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Regardless of whether there is an on/off switch I would suggest unplugging the unit when not being used for an extended period. This is a 120VAC unit and should be plugged into a receptacle rather than being hard wired.
2013262
There are two tabs to push to unplug. If you don't push them you can ruin the connection plug.
2039370
I tried connecting a couple of items through a power strip and it worked fine on a basic power strip. Would not work on more sophisticated power strip design that offered "always on" option for Modems and routers, PC and peripherals.
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The switch is powered by a 9V and can be put anywhere. The plug adapter can be plugged in anywhere within the range of the wireless switch and anything powered by house power can plug into that and controlled by the switch.
453790
No. It is like your computer, look at the bottom menu at the screen, to "shut down" then unplug the ac adapter.
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The one I bought is designed for 12V DC. I believe it could work on AC by means of 'ringing' an AC to DC adaptor. However, this device does not seem to be meant for that. Hope it helps.
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Short answer is no. You could disconnect the power to it. I keep it hidden, but if the need arises, I can reach and hit the reconnect button.
1479868
No, the pluglink documents say it can prevent it from working or degrade its network performance. So it has to be directly on the wall outlet.
1089889
Yes, it can be used without connecting the power adapter if your USB device power requirements are low enough. The only power available in that case would be the power supplied by your USB port on the computer, usually only 500 ma.
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I don't know as I don't have any way of testing this. My opinion is that the off switch is mechanical with actual physical seperation of the one of the wires when off. The other wire would still be connected and could allow for a errant high voltage spike to go through to all that expensive equipment. That is why "chicken me" physically unplugs all the surge suppressors (any & all makes) during a thunderstorm. Hope this helps - Fred
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I'm not sure what you mean by the term "AC adapter". It does come with a power unit allowing it to be powered by plugging it in to a 110 power source like a wall plug. Without the power unit connected, the uBee unit does nothing. In fact, when I want to reboot the uBee modem, I unplug the AC connection for about one minute and then re-plug the connection.