Choosing a Power Strip

• 1). Find the maximum current demands of all the circuit systems to be connected to the DC power strip by looking at your circuit schematic. The voltage requirements is labeled on this map of your circuit system.
  
  
• 2). Find the maximum voltage requirements of all the devices that will be connected to the DC power strip by looking at labels on the electronic devices. Home computers commonly need different voltages for their positive and negative currents. Other, smaller and simpler electronic devices need a small positive current. Commonly, most voltage currents go up to approximately 30 volts.
  
  
• 3). Purchase a DC power strip that cover the maximum electric current and voltage requirements. It should also cover all positive and negative currents if both exist.
  
  

Using the Power Strip

• 1). Remove the protective caps from the outlets on the power strip. Pull the caps away from the DC power strip with your hand.
  
  
• 2). Insert the power cord of the DC power strip into an electrical outlet.
  
  
• 3). Insert the plugs of each electronic device into an outlet on the top of the power strip. Press each plug into the outlet slots with your hand.
  
  
• 4). Turn on the power strip. Press the power switch on the DC power strip to the "On" position.
  
  
• 5). Turn on the electronic devices connected to the power trip. Press their respective power buttons. Use the devices as normal.