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APC ProtectNet standalone surge protector - PNET1GB

by APC

₦44,500.00

Power SystemsPower SuppliesAPC PowerAPC SURGE ARRESTOR/PROTECTOR
Product ID:3529
Weight:2.2kg
Status:InStock
Brand:APC
Availability:In Stock

The APC ProtectNet Standalone Surge Protector (PNET1GB) is a dedicated data line protection module designed to safeguard your high-speed networking equipment. It is specifically engineered for 10/100/1000 Base-T Ethernet networks, protecting sensitive hardware like network interface cards (NICs), switches, and routers from surges traveling through data lines.

Key Technical Specifications

  1. Data Line Protection: Protects Ethernet ports against surges and spikes caused by lightning or other power disturbances.
  2. Compatibility: Supports Gigabit Ethernet (1000 Base-T), ensuring no loss in network speed or performance.
  3. Response Time: Near-instantaneous (less than 1 nanosecond) to stop surges before they reach your hardware.
  4. Peak Current: Handles up to 6,500 Amps in common mode.
  5. Installation: Features a grounding lead that must be connected to a proper ground to redirect excess voltage away from the device.
  6. Form Factor: Compact, standalone design that can be easily added to existing cable runs.

APC PNET1GB Price in Nigeria

For businesses and power users in Lagos looking to secure their network infrastructure, the ProtectNet is an affordable "insurance policy."

  1. Estimated Price: At Kara Nigeria, this model is typically listed at ₦28,000. Prices may vary between ₦25,000 and ₦45,000 depending on stock levels.
  2. Where to Buy: You can find this at Kara, a reliable power backup supplier in Lagos known for carrying genuine APC networking accessories.

Why You Need Data Line Protection

While a computer system UPS protects the power plug, surges can still enter your system through the Ethernet cable. This is particularly common in Nigeria during the rainy season, where lightning strikes near external telecommunication lines can send a "back-door" surge directly into your motherboard or network switch.

Professional Support and Installation

For large-scale office setups or data centers, UPS installation services in Nigeria are provided by Kara's parent company, Royal Coast Technologies Limited. They offer:

  1. Full Network Audits: Ensuring both power and data lines are properly surge-protected.
  2. Grounding Verification: Crucial for the PNET1GB to function correctly.
  3. Enterprise Procurement: Bulk supply of APC protection gear for corporate IT departments.