Out xfinity xb7 gateway is extremely sensitive to even the briefest power fluctuations. Even if nothing else in the house is affected -- like the clocks on the stove and microwave -- the gateway will reboot, which takes 10 minutes or so, and then another 10 for the ORBI and its satellite to re-establish itself. And unlike our previous gateway (the black one), this one does not even have a backup battery compartment.
So, first the question above: will a surge protector with a battery backup keep this from happening if (duh) the gateway is plugged into it (i.e., does it "switch over" quickly enough)?
If yes, can someone recommend a good one? There seem to be several within the $50-$150 range.
So, first the question above: will a surge protector with a battery backup keep this from happening if (duh) the gateway is plugged into it (i.e., does it "switch over" quickly enough)?
If yes, can someone recommend a good one? There seem to be several within the $50-$150 range.