While standard receptacles typically use three wires -- hot, neutral and ground -- you'll occasionally find 2-prong outlets in older homes. Since this type of outlet lacks a ground connection, the ...

Wall outlets might not steal the spotlight when it comes to smart home upgrades, but they're more important (and more advanced) than ever. As our homes fill up with devices, from phones and tablets to ...

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In addition to having the height of only a single rack, the PD11LV Series conditioned power distribution unit also has a full 15A, 1800W capacity with eight switched and two "always on" power outlets.