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I switch off the power bar which has my modem and computer plugged into it a few times per day. Two days ago, a technician changed the old wiring since my Internet completely stopped working.

I am wondering if turning off the power bar is damaging the modem or cables and is what caused my problem.

Can shutting off a modem directly from the power bar damage the modem or cables?

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Does the modem have an Off Switch? What kind of modem are your referring too? Dial-up, Cable, DSL, Fios, ... Also info on the make / model would be helpful for looking up manufacturer recommendations. – MrDaniel Oct 25 '12 at 13:45
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I don’t think this is an Apple hardware/software question. – duci9y Oct 25 '12 at 13:46

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Short answer - no. You should be able to unplug your modem without worrying about damaging it.

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