Best power surge or outlet to use for xbox one X console?

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Yea I just wanted to comment on the Xbox one x surge protector. Recently had some thunderstorms come through and a lightning strike hit nearby close to 80 yards away, in turn damaged my xbox one x, would not turn on. Was plugged into wall outlet as recommended.
Had to send console to be repaired( under warranty) through geek squad where they had to replace entire console. With the lightning hitting that close if it would have mattered to have had console on a very good surge protector or not to have possibly have
saved it. On one hand very frustrating had have a 3 week repair and no gaming, but on other hand recieved a new console. Just wanted to relay story for input to the xbox development team/community to help make xbox better. Thanks

Actually The Xbox One power supply is already surge protected , Why You need another one?

See if you can track down a power strip or similar device that does not have built in surge protection.

Are you able to run an extension lead from another outlet?

Are you able to re-work your current cable management to free up an outlet for the Xbox?

Hey there!

Thank you for reaching out to us on the Forums. I understand the concern regarding how to properly power up the console. I would advise to plug the console directly onto the wall if possible as the console itself does come with it's own Built in surge protection
so plugging it into a surge protector is not really necessary. If you are unable to plug your console directly to the wall outlet just know that you should not run into any issues coming from plugging your console into a surge protector.

I hope this helps.