There is an "issue" regarding our surge protectors on some of our devices.
Just a few hours ago, a lightning bolt hit a transformer just outside our house and wiped out our power. Once our power was restored, we discovered that some of the devices that we had plugged into surge stations somehow failed.
Our wireless router, living room television, Wii, and master bedroom computer are all failing to power up. All of these products have a surge protector on their power cords standard issue, and we have tried plugging them into various outlets, but to no avail. I tried to see if it was something wrong with the power cord itself, and it is; all of the appliances can still function, provided they have power... which we do not have. The surge stations themselves are relatively new, being at most a year old. The stations themselves still work, as well as our aforementioned computer's monitor, internet modem, desk fan, lamp, etc.
Here is a short version:
- Devices plugged into surge station that already have surge protectors failed, while the station itself and all other appliances without (and some with) survive unscathed.
- Failing devices receive power when plugged in; however, the cords themselves are providing no power.
Any ideas on what could be causing this?