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Product Dimensions	15.4 x 6.3 x 2.2 inches
Item Weight	1.67 pounds
Manufacturer	Belkin Inc.
Language	English
ASIN	B003P2UMNK
Item model number	F7C01008q
Customer Reviews	(3,962) 4.4 out of 5 stars
Best Sellers Rank	#145,922 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #805 in Surge Protectors
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer	No
Date First Available	June 15, 2010

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Belkin Conserve Switch - Energy Saving Surge with Remote (F7C01008q).

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The Belkin Conserve Switch Surge Protector with Remote lets you control power to your whole computer system with a single click. The included wireless remote makes it easy to shut off power--including standby power--to up to six devices at once, such as your computer, monitor, printer, external hard drives, speakers, and more. Additionally, two Always-On Outlets stay on for devices that need continuous power, like your router or cordless phone. Place the remote on a desk or shelf, or use the included wall mount.

F7C01008 Conserve Switch
Surge Protector with Remote
At a Glance:

Wireless remote lets you control from up to 60 feet away
A single click eliminates power to 6 remote-switched outlets
2 Always-On Outlets for devices that need continuous power, like routers
Includes wall mount for wireless remote
1-year limited warranty; $100,000 equipment warranty

With the Conserve Switch, you'll easily reduce power consumption and save on energy costs.
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Up to six devices can be controlled by the wall-mount remote switch. Save Energy with a Single Click
A typical household spends an average of $30 per year by leaving computer system devices on but not in use.^* The Conserve Switch Surge Protector helps to eliminate wasted power and to keep your electronics well-organized and protected. The included wireless remote has a 60-foot range and does not require a line of sight to the surge protector.

Eight Versatile Surge-Protected Outlets
The Conserve Switch offers a total of eight surge-protected outlets, six of which are switchable and two that are always on. This means that you can connect up to six devices that can be controlled by the remote, and two devices that will always stay on. The Always-On Outlets are useful for devices that require a constant flow of energy, such as routers, alarm clocks, cable modems, or DVRs.

For easy operation, the Conserve Switch features a re-settable circuit breaker, a "not grounded" light to indicate when a ground is not present, and a manual override button to control switched outlets. It also protects sensitive electronics from power spikes or surges with 1000 joules of surge protection.

Smart Space-Saving Design
The Conserve Switch has a slim design that saves space. A sliding safety cover on every outlet provides added protection, and a cable management system keeps cords neat and organized.

Save Even More with Conserve
For greater convenience and energy savings, you can place additional Conserve Switch units throughout the house and control them all with a single remote.

The Conserve Switch Surge Protector is backed by a limited one-year warranty and a $100,000 connected equipment warranty.

About Belkin's Conserve Products
Belkin Conserve products help you to do your part by making it easier to reduce your energy consumption.

*Calculation based on a computer, printer, scanner, monitor, external hard drive, and external speakers on, but not active, for 20 hours per day, at $0.117 cost per kilowatt hour. (Sources: U.S. Energy Information Administration;U.S. Department of Energy).

What's in the Box
Belkin F7C01008 Conserve Switch Surge Protector 8-Outlet, wireless remote switch (battery included); remote switch wall mount; and user's guide [PDF].

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Amazon.com has certified this product's packaging is Frustration-Free. A Frustration-Free Package is easy-to-open and comes without excess packaging materials such as hard plastic "clamshell" casings, plastic bindings, and wire ties. It is exactly the same as a traditionally packaged product--we've just streamlined the packaging to be opened without the use of a box cutter or knife and will protect your product just as well as traditional packaging during shipping. Products with Frustration-Free Packaging can frequently be shipped in their own boxes, without the need for an additional shipping box. Learn more.

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Conserve Switch Surge Protector

"Cut power with the flip of a switch"
"Find electricity wasters"
"A powerstrip that turns off when your TV turns off"
"It's a timer for your energy"
"A home for your mobile devices"
"Remote-controlled surge protector"
Features:

Cuts power completely to reduce energy costs
Easy-to-see illuminated switch
Lets you leave cords plugged in without drawing power

Features:

Helps Make Better Energy Decisions
Customizable for Different Electric Rates
Tracking Feature monitors actual usage

Features:

Compatible with all TV brands
Simple Setup
1080 joules of surge protection
Works with satellite/cable boxes

Features:

Easy to Set
Saves Energy
Keeps Home Safe

Features:

Charges 4 devices
Shuts off automatically
Frees up wall outlets
Reduces clutter

Features:

Wireless remote with mount
Save energy and eliminate standby power
6 wirelessly controlled outlets
2 always-on outlets for satellites and DVRs

Uses:
Electric grill, coffee maker, clothing iron, heater, all electric items

Uses:
TV, stereo, microwave, heater, all electric items

Uses:
TV, DVD player, stereo, cd player, cable/satellite box

Uses:
Space heater, curling iron, electric toothbrush, etc.

Uses:
Cell phones, mp3 players and mobile devices in general

Uses:
TV, DVD player, DVR, stereo, cable/satellite box

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Customers find the energy-saving outlet works well and appreciate its quality, ease of use, and value for money, noting it keeps devices from charging unnecessarily and helps manage electricity use. The functionality receives mixed feedback - while some report it works fine for 3 hours, others mention it stops working after a month. The device's turn-off feature also gets mixed reviews, with some saying it turns off as advertised while others report it doesn't turn off at all.

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893 customers mention "Works well"791 positive102 negative

Customers find that the outlet works well and is reliable, with one customer specifically mentioning its effectiveness with electrical heating units.

"Works great - easy to turn on and no fiddling with settings. I bought this to shut a window fan in my bedroom off after 3 hours and it works perfectly" Read more

"it works well... but, you have to be quite close to it so the remote works well, so, don't expect to be able to be standing in the other side of the..." Read more

"Works as advertised, I use it on the cell phone charger so its not using energy all day long. I like the timer feature,then I know its off for sure...." Read more

"This works perfectly!! I bought it for, and use it with my electric blanket. The blanket has a 10 hour auto-off feature, but that's just for safety...." Read more

621 customers mention "Quality"563 positive58 negative

Customers find the energy-saving outlet to be a perfect little device.

"Great product, I am using this product for my chargeable items and a single cup coffee maker, The product has three charging timers(30mins,3hrs,6hrs)..." Read more

"Good Product. Does the job but takes away one of the outlets because of its design. I would buy a different design if I get another one...." Read more

"...Not worth the hassle of returning. Great idea, poorly executed. PS - It really needs 8 and 10 hour options to cover the spectrum." Read more

"good quality easy to use, Very good for charging cell phones, tablets or another device I recommend this product..." Read more

280 customers mention "Ease of use"262 positive18 negative

Customers find the energy-saving outlet easy to use, describing it as simple as plugging in and a straightforward solution to their needs.

"The Belkin Switch is very functional and easy to use... my electrical bill has decreased a lot after using it... i leave my iPhone or my laptop and..." Read more

"Works just as described. Simple, easy. Excellent for anything with a Li-ion battery, so you can limit charge times, and preserve battery longevity." Read more

"Its compact and very easy to use. Just wish it had more time settings. I use it to turn off my battery charger for my drill/driver...." Read more

"...Belkin makes a good product, I am sure these will last a lifetime. Simple to use, just touch the button on top and the green light comes on to show..." Read more

242 customers mention "Value for money"192 positive50 negative

Customers find the energy-saving outlet to be a worthwhile investment that helps reduce energy costs.

"Good price. Sometimes Belkin has a little higher price than the competition, but I've never been disappointed in the quality...." Read more

"Works as advertised and inexpensive. Using it as a switch for my overhead work light so I can keep my multistrip on...." Read more

"Excellent device. Works as advertised and is a great price. Would highly recommend. It is a sturdy well built safety socket." Read more

"...It's a little pricey, though and should have more than one outlet. UPDATE! I wrote my review too quickly...." Read more

235 customers mention "Charge level"197 positive38 negative

Customers appreciate the outlet's ability to prevent devices from charging unnecessarily throughout the night.

"HELPS PREVENT OVERCHARGING ==========================..." Read more

"...I use it all the time with several of my electronic devices to prevent overcharging and to prevent my phones from being stuck at 100% charge when I..." Read more

"...Keeps from burning out battery operated appliances by not overcharging. We use several of them in the garage and in the house." Read more

"I like being able to charge my cell phone while I sleep and not have to worry about overcharging the phone and shortening the battery life...." Read more

222 customers mention "Energy saving"216 positive6 negative

Customers appreciate the outlet's energy-saving features, as it prevents appliances from draining power when not in use and helps reduce electricity bills.

"This is a great product! It's not just about saving electricity, because this keeps you from overcharging your devices and having the batteries wear..." Read more

"...of these for Christmas gifts, they are a great concept and a great energy saver. I would recommend these to everyone." Read more

"...easy 1 button turns it on. It saves energy and gives me peace of mind knowing the small 100w heater I have plugged into it will turn off even if I..." Read more

"...Not only does this save energy but it completely kills the power to the speaker after 3 hours, so the room isn't glowing blue...." Read more

439 customers mention "Functionality"249 positive190 negative

Customers have mixed experiences with the outlet's functionality: while some report it works well for the 3-hour timer setting, others mention issues with it turning off after 6 hours and losing power for unknown reasons.

"...up like battery chargers, u set for 30 min, 3 hrs or 6 hrs, it shuts off and its done, no over charging of batteries, at least in my case, wont turn..." Read more

"...of these things for several months now and one of them is just stopped working on me so far I've not found that Amazon is willing to replace the..." Read more

"...What you get is exactly this 1 1/2 / 3 / and 6 hrs. Still cheap and dependable." Read more

"Unreliable. Doesn't always turn off after the designated time period. Most frequently use 30 min or 3 hr. setting for a floor heater...." Read more

376 customers mention "Turn off"235 positive141 negative

Customers have mixed experiences with the outlet's power-off feature, with some reporting it works as intended while others mention it doesn't turn off as advertised.

"...best part of this device is that when the time is finished and it turns off, it doesn't continue to draw electrical (vampire) power...." Read more

"...there is no on/off switch, there's no way to turn it off once started other than pulling it out of the wall...." Read more

"...So I bought this thing and it works like a charm. It shuts off automatically when I leave it on or accidently leave my curling iron plugged in." Read more

"Worked for six weeks. Now stays on all the time. Past the Amazon return policy, will see if Belkin will replace it." Read more

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Very handy
Reviewed in the United States on August 18, 2011
Style: Energy Conserve SocketVerified Purchase

I bought this energy-saving outlet for one specific purpose - my flatiron. As you may guess, I did not do this because I was concerned so much with saving energy (though that's nice too), but rather was concerned with safety. Although I quite like my flatiron, it is not one of those that has a timed off setting, which means I can accidentally leave it on (and have done so twice). Even when I haven't left it on, sometimes I can't remember if I've turned it off, which means that I usually end up turning my car around and running up to my apartment to check, which is frustrating and is almost always a waste of time. This gadget has saved me that misery.

I now have it constantly set to the 30 minute setting. Since I have long hair, it usually take me around 20 to 25 minutes to flatiron my hair, which means that even if I do happen to leave my flatiron on, within five to ten minutes of finishing my hair, this Belkin device will cut the power. Fabulous! This gives me peace of mind. Why don't I just get into the habit of unplugging my iron every time? No real answer, I just can't seem to get into the habit.

This device is ridiculously easy. There is a switch on the side where you can set it to 30 minutes, 3 hours, or 6 hours, depending on how long you want whatever is plugged in to receive electricity. Then there is a button on the top that you press to activate the charging time and the button glows green to let you know it's on. Until you do this, whatever you've plugged in will not charge or power on.

There are a couple minor downsides. This is pretty bulky, so expect it to take up the majority of your outlet. I have to unplug it to plug anything else in the other outlet. Annoying, but certainly not a deal-breaker; after all, you'd imagine that something like this would have to be somewhat bulky. Second, the green light on top is very faint and I usually have use my hand to shade the button to see whether it's on or off. This could be a good or bad thing depending on where you plan on using this. If you're using it someplace you plan on sleeping, you may like this feature. In the age of DVRs, computers, external hard drives, etc. that always seem to emit some sort of light, even when not being used, sometimes it's nice not to have another glowing object in the room.

Overall, excellent product that works well and is priced fairly.

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Cato
Steady, excellent performer
Reviewed in the United States on January 30, 2015
Style: Energy Conserve SocketVerified Purchase
I've been using this Belkin timed switch for two years now, with faultless performance. I use it on an automatic coffee brewer to turn it off after 1/2 hour (my coffee maker otherwise would keep my coffee on permanent "warm", boiling off the oils). I also use it on a couple of appliances that lack internal timers: a hot pot and a turkey roaster. These are cheap but excellent appliances; however, each lacks an internal timer.

On the Belkin timed-switch, you set a simple lever to 30 minutes, 3 hours, or 6 hours. You press a button. Juice flows for that amount of time. It has worked every time in almost daily use for two years.

I also have timers with clocks inside (Stanley). While these work well, they take a lot more time to program than the simple Belkin that offers three timed settings. This simplicity helps a lot when you care more that the switch shuts off after a fixed amount of time (e.g. hot pot) than that it turns off or on at a specific time (e.g. night light in the living room). As a general issue, this timer allows you to buy cheaper products that lack internal timers. Where appliances have internal timers, in my experience, the timers often fail before the rest of the machine. This external Belkin timer addresses that problem well. If it fails, I need only replace the Belkin timer, not a whole appliance.

I've reviewed some of the Amazon "1" ratings. There are many reports of failure by justifiably annoyed users. I can only say that the two that I bought have worked faultlessly for two years. Moreover, I'm using it with appliances that draw a reasonable amount of juice (coffee maker, hot pot, turkey roaster). Maybe Belkin has a quality control problem. I'd still recommend buying, but maybe worth doing an immediate time check on delivery to confirm that you got one of the good ones (For extreme accuracy, just plug an electric clock into the Belkin outlet, note the time, and read the clock after it stops).

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amishbob
Great Product - just what I needed
Reviewed in the United States on September 27, 2011
Style: Energy Conserve Surge with RemoteVerified Purchase
I was interested in the product for two reasons.
First, because the wiring in my basement is really screwed up. Because of this if I wanted to use a switch that was on the wall to turn my standing lights on and off, the overhead light HAD to be on. I got this product because I wanted to be able to turn those lamps on and off with a switch - but I didn't want to have to redo all the wiring at this stage (lazy, I know).
The great thing is that this switch can be put on any wall or service and works great.

The second reason I got it was because I was very interested in saving some $$$ on my electric bill. Since my TV/HTPC/Xbox don't get used while my wife and I are at work there is no need for them to be pulling phantom power. (Again since I am lazy) I don't want to go to all my computer wiring every night/morning and flip the manual switch on a surge protector.
I cannot comment on how much electricity I am saving because we have had some amazing weather recently that has allowed me to keep the AC off over the last month. However, I do plan on getting another one of these for my desktop setup.

Overall
Pros: Saves you some electricity
Convenience of a remote/switch
outlets for the items you always want on
EASY to setup.

Cons: Cost
Switch/remote is a bit squishy - you must press firmly on the off or on side.

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Victor Angeles
Gran practicidad.
Reviewed in Mexico on August 24, 2019
Style: Energy Conserve Surge with RemoteVerified Purchase

Es un excelente producto ya que cumple muchas de las necesidades para sistemas de energía, por ejemplo ahorro de energía, protección Contra picos de voltaje, capacidad de instalación en reas inaccesibles, múltiples contactos, etc. Llevo más de 10 años comprando esta barra, tengo más de 5 en cada y me han ayudado a ahorrar mucha energía.
El único inconveniente que veo, es que eventualmente fallan, digamos que una de cada cinco puede llegar a presentar problemas .

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Jm32
Cumple
Reviewed in Mexico on November 10, 2017
Style: Energy Conserve SocketVerified Purchase
Funciona exactamente como lo promete, en excelente dispositivo que te permitira controlar el tiempo que un enchufe otorga corriente sin estar batallando con conectar y desconectar enchufes

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LeManz
Provides handy remote control of power on and off
Reviewed in Canada on April 12, 2015
Style: Energy Conserve Surge with RemoteVerified Purchase
I bought this mostly for the remote control of power on and off for some hard-to-reach studio equipment. Instead of reaching around awkwardly to power on some equipment, I can now simply toggle the battery-powered switch on my desk. It's a time saver, and provides real convenience. The build quality is good and it has worked flawlessly for me over the last couple of years.

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Cheryl Nicole Penney
Great for hair straighteners!
Reviewed in Canada on April 26, 2025
Style: Energy Conserve SocketVerified Purchase
So useful that we’ve bought them for gifts since too! I’m very forgetful and love that I never have to worry when I get to work if I’ve turned off the straightener. I always use the 1/2 hour setting and don’t have to worry!

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Symaeus
Useful, and a good reminder about saving power.
Reviewed in Canada on November 11, 2013
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The light on the switch is fantastic because it reminds you that energy vampires are still getting power (and using it). This is perfect for those power bricks like laptop power, phone chargers, IKEA lamps, and other transformers that constantly draw power even when they're on.

A simple lighted switch that can be used anywhere.
They're brilliant, and can take quite a load too (check the ratings on the box).

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Brand	Belkin
Color	White
Total Power Outlets	8
Voltage	120 Volts
Special Feature	Wireless

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5.0 out of 5 stars Gran practicidad.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Provides handy remote control of power on and off

5.0 out of 5 stars Great for hair straighteners!

5.0 out of 5 stars Useful, and a good reminder about saving power.

Very handy

Steady, excellent performer

Great Product - just what I needed

Gran practicidad.

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Provides handy remote control of power on and off

Great for hair straighteners!

Useful, and a good reminder about saving power.