Recent content by pete_conrad

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    Surge Protector and confusion about grounded indicator

    The outlet box isn't really grounded. That adapter is depandant on a metal box with a metal conduit that goes all the way back to the panel. If you're getting anything it either a static connection or the nuetral shaved and touching the box wall ( a dangerous condition ). Most outlet boxes are...
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    My PC sound is terrible

    I had an I/O failure, so I upgraded the Core ( CPU,MoBo,Ram). The old but still fantastic sound card will no longer work with the new equipment due to interface, so I bought an ASUS Xonar. I get clipping and garbled noises. In looking at replacements I'm faced with no good choices in PCI Express...