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Now that I finally appear to have a functioning Eaton UPS, (see
thread 'OT: UPS manufacturer', started in November!) and I have now
installed it, I find some differences in switching items on and off.
Before the UPS, I used a 6-gang extension, each outlet having its own
rocker switch. I have now lost that with the UPS, either everything is
powered or nothing is powered. So if I shut down the UPS outlets at
night, the router also shuts down, which I don't want. The router
is also my 'phone service, in the modern way.
I am looking for a plug, which has a switch, which controls a
passthrough outlet. And it must fit in the space between plugs on the
UPS deck. Then I would put one in place for each of the PC and the
Monitor. The UPS would then stay powered at night, so would the router.

Any ideas? I have looked at stockists' webpages until I am cross-eyed.

Failing sourcing the ideal plug/socket combination device, I can buy
switched plugs which need wiring, but the monitor has a wall-wart, so I
could not/would not rewire that.
Ultimately, I could use a small (2-gang) switched extension plugged
into one of the UPS outlets, but I would rather keep the PC and the
monitor on separate outlets. Even though the printer is connected to the
Surge Protected outlet, I would also like to be able to shut that off
in the same way.
--
Davey.

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Davey wrote:

I am looking for a plug, which has a switch, which controls a
passthrough outlet. And it must fit in the space between plugs on the
UPS deck.

Not knowing the spacing of sockets on your UPS makes that somewhat
difficult, but try an IKEA grillplatz (or the older tretakt) they fitted
in side-by-side on my 6-way strip.

Yes, they're smart sockets which you didn't ask for, but they do have a
dumb button on them, and you never know the smart functionality might
come in handy later, you'd hardly be paying over the top for it at their prices ...


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On Fri, 1 May 2026 11:48:46 +0100
Andy Burns <usenet@andyburns.uk> wrote:

Davey wrote:

I am looking for a plug, which has a switch, which controls a
passthrough outlet. And it must fit in the space between plugs on
the UPS deck.

Not knowing the spacing of sockets on your UPS makes that somewhat difficult, but try an IKEA grillplatz (or the older tretakt) they
fitted in side-by-side on my 6-way strip.

Yes, they're smart sockets which you didn't ask for, but they do have
a dumb button on them, and you never know the smart functionality
might come in handy later, you'd hardly be paying over the top for it
at their prices ...

Thanks, I'll take a look.
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On 1 May 2026 at 11:31:03 BST, "Davey" <davey@example.invalid> wrote:

Now that I finally appear to have a functioning Eaton UPS, (see
thread 'OT: UPS manufacturer', started in November!) and I have now
installed it, I find some differences in switching items on and off.
Before the UPS, I used a 6-gang extension, each outlet having its own
rocker switch. I have now lost that with the UPS, either everything is powered or nothing is powered. So if I shut down the UPS outlets at
night, the router also shuts down, which I don't want. The router
is also my 'phone service, in the modern way.
I am looking for a plug, which has a switch, which controls a
passthrough outlet. And it must fit in the space between plugs on the
UPS deck. Then I would put one in place for each of the PC and the
Monitor. The UPS would then stay powered at night, so would the router.

Any ideas? I have looked at stockists' webpages until I am cross-eyed.

Failing sourcing the ideal plug/socket combination device, I can buy
switched plugs which need wiring, but the monitor has a wall-wart, so I
could not/would not rewire that.
Ultimately, I could use a small (2-gang) switched extension plugged
into one of the UPS outlets, but I would rather keep the PC and the
monitor on separate outlets. Even though the printer is connected to the Surge Protected outlet, I would also like to be able to shut that off
in the same way.

You could just change the plug on the switched six gang extension you already have and plug it into the back of the UPS. The relevant rewirable male "kettle lead" plugs are readily available. You still need a separate switch for the printer though.
--

Roger Hayter
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On 1 May 2026 11:03:32 GMT
Roger Hayter <roger@hayter.org> wrote:

On 1 May 2026 at 11:31:03 BST, "Davey" <davey@example.invalid> wrote:

Now that I finally appear to have a functioning Eaton UPS, (see
thread 'OT: UPS manufacturer', started in November!) and I have now installed it, I find some differences in switching items on and off.
Before the UPS, I used a 6-gang extension, each outlet having its
own rocker switch. I have now lost that with the UPS, either
everything is powered or nothing is powered. So if I shut down the
UPS outlets at night, the router also shuts down, which I don't
want. The router is also my 'phone service, in the modern way.
I am looking for a plug, which has a switch, which controls a
passthrough outlet. And it must fit in the space between plugs on
the UPS deck. Then I would put one in place for each of the PC and
the Monitor. The UPS would then stay powered at night, so would the
router.

Any ideas? I have looked at stockists' webpages until I am
cross-eyed.

Failing sourcing the ideal plug/socket combination device, I can

buy

switched plugs which need wiring, but the monitor has a wall-wart,
so I could not/would not rewire that.
Ultimately, I could use a small (2-gang) switched extension plugged
into one of the UPS outlets, but I would rather keep the PC and the
monitor on separate outlets. Even though the printer is connected
to the Surge Protected outlet, I would also like to be able to shut
that off in the same way.

You could just change the plug on the switched six gang extension you
already have and plug it into the back of the UPS. The relevant
rewirable male "kettle lead" plugs are readily available. You still
need a separate switch for the printer though.

Yes, but space is limited, it's either the UPS or the 6-gang extension.
A 2-gang would fit.

But thanks anyway.
--
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Davey wrote:

Andy Burns wrote:

try an IKEA grillplatz

Thanks, I'll take a look.

I guess IKEA employed AI to describe the 13A smart socket ...

"The video showcases a product named GRILLPLATS which is a grill. The demonstration reveals that when connected to an electrical outlet, it
lights up, suggesting its designed for heating. It features a grid-like cooking surface and a control mechanism. Whats unexpected is the
presence of a digital display indicating temperature settings or modes, suggesting advanced functionality beyond traditional grills.
Additionally, theres an app or interface shown on the screen, indicating
that the grill may be smart-enabled, allowing users to control it
remotely through their phone or other devices. The video emphasises the convenience and modernity of this grill, offering a blend of traditional grilling with smart technology."



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On Fri, 1 May 2026 11:48:46 +0100
Andy Burns <usenet@andyburns.uk> wrote:

Davey wrote:

I am looking for a plug, which has a switch, which controls a
passthrough outlet. And it must fit in the space between plugs on
the UPS deck.

Not knowing the spacing of sockets on your UPS makes that somewhat difficult, but try an IKEA grillplatz (or the older tretakt) they
fitted in side-by-side on my 6-way strip.

Yes, they're smart sockets which you didn't ask for, but they do have
a dumb button on them, and you never know the smart functionality
might come in handy later, you'd hardly be paying over the top for it
at their prices ...

I took a look, and I didn't need to check the measurements to know
that the Grillplats is too chunky. Otherwise, it would do the job.
Now, if I can find a slim-line version.....
--
Davey.

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On 01/05/2026 12:22, Davey wrote:

On Fri, 1 May 2026 11:48:46 +0100
Andy Burns <usenet@andyburns.uk> wrote:

Davey wrote:

I am looking for a plug, which has a switch, which controls a
passthrough outlet. And it must fit in the space between plugs on
the UPS deck.

Not knowing the spacing of sockets on your UPS makes that somewhat
difficult, but try an IKEA grillplatz (or the older tretakt) they
fitted in side-by-side on my 6-way strip.

Yes, they're smart sockets which you didn't ask for, but they do have
a dumb button on them, and you never know the smart functionality
might come in handy later, you'd hardly be paying over the top for it
at their prices ...

I took a look, and I didn't need to check the measurements to know
that the Grillplats is too chunky. Otherwise, it would do the job.
Now, if I can find a slim-line version.....

It's good to know that, on a -u6 product, finance is available.
--
Sam Plusnet
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On 01/05/2026 11:31, Davey wrote:

Now that I finally appear to have a functioning Eaton UPS, (see
thread 'OT: UPS manufacturer', started in November!) and I have now
installed it, I find some differences in switching items on and off.
Before the UPS, I used a 6-gang extension, each outlet having its own
rocker switch. I have now lost that with the UPS, either everything is powered or nothing is powered. So if I shut down the UPS outlets at
night, the router also shuts down, which I don't want. The router
is also my 'phone service, in the modern way.
I am looking for a plug, which has a switch, which controls a
passthrough outlet. And it must fit in the space between plugs on the
UPS deck. Then I would put one in place for each of the PC and the
Monitor. The UPS would then stay powered at night, so would the router.

Any ideas? I have looked at stockists' webpages until I am cross-eyed.

Failing sourcing the ideal plug/socket combination device, I can buy
switched plugs which need wiring, but the monitor has a wall-wart, so I
could not/would not rewire that.
Ultimately, I could use a small (2-gang) switched extension plugged
into one of the UPS outlets, but I would rather keep the PC and the
monitor on separate outlets. Even though the printer is connected to the Surge Protected outlet, I would also like to be able to shut that off
in the same way.

eBay 325276520773
--
SS

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On Sat, 2 May 2026 09:54:36 +0100
Simon Simple <nothanks@nottoday.co.uk> wrote:

On 01/05/2026 11:31, Davey wrote:

Now that I finally appear to have a functioning Eaton UPS, (see
thread 'OT: UPS manufacturer', started in November!) and I have now installed it, I find some differences in switching items on and off.
Before the UPS, I used a 6-gang extension, each outlet having its
own rocker switch. I have now lost that with the UPS, either
everything is powered or nothing is powered. So if I shut down the
UPS outlets at night, the router also shuts down, which I don't
want. The router is also my 'phone service, in the modern way.
I am looking for a plug, which has a switch, which controls a
passthrough outlet. And it must fit in the space between plugs on
the UPS deck. Then I would put one in place for each of the PC and
the Monitor. The UPS would then stay powered at night, so would the
router.

Any ideas? I have looked at stockists' webpages until I am
cross-eyed.

Failing sourcing the ideal plug/socket combination device, I can buy switched plugs which need wiring, but the monitor has a wall-wart,
so I could not/would not rewire that.
Ultimately, I could use a small (2-gang) switched extension plugged
into one of the UPS outlets, but I would rather keep the PC and the
monitor on separate outlets. Even though the printer is connected
to the Surge Protected outlet, I would also like to be able to shut
that off in the same way.

eBay 325276520773

Thanks. I already know about those, it is ones with a socket on top and
the switch to the front or rear that I am looking for.
--
Davey.

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On 02/05/2026 10:52, Davey wrote:

On Sat, 2 May 2026 09:54:36 +0100
Simon Simple <nothanks@nottoday.co.uk> wrote:

On 01/05/2026 11:31, Davey wrote:

Now that I finally appear to have a functioning Eaton UPS, (see
thread 'OT: UPS manufacturer', started in November!) and I have now
installed it, I find some differences in switching items on and off.
Before the UPS, I used a 6-gang extension, each outlet having its
own rocker switch. I have now lost that with the UPS, either
everything is powered or nothing is powered. So if I shut down the
UPS outlets at night, the router also shuts down, which I don't
want. The router is also my 'phone service, in the modern way.
I am looking for a plug, which has a switch, which controls a
passthrough outlet. And it must fit in the space between plugs on
the UPS deck. Then I would put one in place for each of the PC and
the Monitor. The UPS would then stay powered at night, so would the
router.

Any ideas? I have looked at stockists' webpages until I am
cross-eyed.

Failing sourcing the ideal plug/socket combination device, I can buy
switched plugs which need wiring, but the monitor has a wall-wart,
so I could not/would not rewire that.
Ultimately, I could use a small (2-gang) switched extension plugged
into one of the UPS outlets, but I would rather keep the PC and the
monitor on separate outlets. Even though the printer is connected
to the Surge Protected outlet, I would also like to be able to shut
that off in the same way.

eBay 325276520773

Thanks. I already know about those, it is ones with a socket on top and
the switch to the front or rear that I am looking for.

You can get 3 way adaptors with switches, but you could probably only
use one outlet. eBay 203605954859.
--
SS

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On Sat, 2 May 2026 10:59:43 +0100
Simon Simple <nothanks@nottoday.co.uk> wrote:

On 02/05/2026 10:52, Davey wrote:

On Sat, 2 May 2026 09:54:36 +0100
Simon Simple <nothanks@nottoday.co.uk> wrote:

On 01/05/2026 11:31, Davey wrote:

Now that I finally appear to have a functioning Eaton UPS, (see
thread 'OT: UPS manufacturer', started in November!) and I have
now installed it, I find some differences in switching items on
and off. Before the UPS, I used a 6-gang extension, each outlet
having its own rocker switch. I have now lost that with the UPS,
either everything is powered or nothing is powered. So if I shut
down the UPS outlets at night, the router also shuts down, which
I don't want. The router is also my 'phone service, in the modern
way. I am looking for a plug, which has a switch, which controls a
passthrough outlet. And it must fit in the space between plugs on
the UPS deck. Then I would put one in place for each of the PC and
the Monitor. The UPS would then stay powered at night, so would
the router.

Any ideas? I have looked at stockists' webpages until I am
cross-eyed.

Failing sourcing the ideal plug/socket combination device, I can
buy switched plugs which need wiring, but the monitor has a
wall-wart, so I could not/would not rewire that.
Ultimately, I could use a small (2-gang) switched extension
plugged into one of the UPS outlets, but I would rather keep the
PC and the monitor on separate outlets. Even though the printer
is connected to the Surge Protected outlet, I would also like to
be able to shut that off in the same way.

eBay 325276520773

Thanks. I already know about those, it is ones with a socket on top
and the switch to the front or rear that I am looking for.

You can get 3 way adaptors with switches, but you could probably only
use one outlet. eBay 203605954859.

"No exact matches found" it says. But I agree, the space is very
limited, and only an inline socket would be accessible, the sides would
be too busy. It might be worth looking at, though.
Yesterday, I bought a cheap switched 4-gang extension, for temporary
use. I want a 2-gang one, but El Cheapo Supplies didn't have one. This
one will be going back, it is not guaranteed to keep power flowing on
all outlets! I have found 2 reliable ones, there might be 3. You get
what you pay for.
--
Davey.

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Davey <davey@example.invalid> wrote:

On Sat, 2 May 2026 10:59:43 +0100
Simon Simple <nothanks@nottoday.co.uk> wrote:

On 02/05/2026 10:52, Davey wrote:

On Sat, 2 May 2026 09:54:36 +0100
Simon Simple <nothanks@nottoday.co.uk> wrote:

On 01/05/2026 11:31, Davey wrote:

Now that I finally appear to have a functioning Eaton UPS, (see
thread 'OT: UPS manufacturer', started in November!) and I have
now installed it, I find some differences in switching items on
and off. Before the UPS, I used a 6-gang extension, each outlet
having its own rocker switch. I have now lost that with the UPS,
either everything is powered or nothing is powered. So if I shut
down the UPS outlets at night, the router also shuts down, which
I don't want. The router is also my 'phone service, in the modern
way. I am looking for a plug, which has a switch, which controls a
passthrough outlet. And it must fit in the space between plugs on
the UPS deck. Then I would put one in place for each of the PC and
the Monitor. The UPS would then stay powered at night, so would
the router.

Any ideas? I have looked at stockists' webpages until I am
cross-eyed.

Failing sourcing the ideal plug/socket combination device, I can
buy switched plugs which need wiring, but the monitor has a
wall-wart, so I could not/would not rewire that.
Ultimately, I could use a small (2-gang) switched extension
plugged into one of the UPS outlets, but I would rather keep the
PC and the monitor on separate outlets. Even though the printer
is connected to the Surge Protected outlet, I would also like to
be able to shut that off in the same way.

eBay 325276520773

Thanks. I already know about those, it is ones with a socket on top
and the switch to the front or rear that I am looking for.

You can get 3 way adaptors with switches, but you could probably only
use one outlet. eBay 203605954859.

"No exact matches found" it says. But I agree, the space is very
limited, and only an inline socket would be accessible, the sides would
be too busy. It might be worth looking at, though.
Yesterday, I bought a cheap switched 4-gang extension, for temporary
use. I want a 2-gang one, but El Cheapo Supplies didn't have one. This
one will be going back, it is not guaranteed to keep power flowing on
all outlets! I have found 2 reliable ones, there might be 3. You get
what you pay for.

Put remote controlled plugs into your search engine there are quite a few
that come up that look no wider than a standard plug easy to use with a pre-programmed remote a few button presses and away you go.

You can also go the whole hog and use smart plugs either with an app or
voice control. I have some Amazon basic ones which are approx. 60mm wide
you would have to measure the socket spacing on your UPS.

Richard

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On Sat, 2 May 2026 13:12:05 -0000 (UTC)
Tricky Dicky <tricky.dicky@sky.com> wrote:

Davey <davey@example.invalid> wrote:

On Sat, 2 May 2026 10:59:43 +0100
Simon Simple <nothanks@nottoday.co.uk> wrote:

On 02/05/2026 10:52, Davey wrote:

On Sat, 2 May 2026 09:54:36 +0100
Simon Simple <nothanks@nottoday.co.uk> wrote:

On 01/05/2026 11:31, Davey wrote:

Now that I finally appear to have a functioning Eaton UPS, (see
thread 'OT: UPS manufacturer', started in November!) and I have
now installed it, I find some differences in switching items on
and off. Before the UPS, I used a 6-gang extension, each outlet
having its own rocker switch. I have now lost that with the UPS,
either everything is powered or nothing is powered. So if I shut
down the UPS outlets at night, the router also shuts down, which
I don't want. The router is also my 'phone service, in the
modern way. I am looking for a plug, which has a switch, which
controls a passthrough outlet. And it must fit in the space
between plugs on the UPS deck. Then I would put one in place
for each of the PC and the Monitor. The UPS would then stay
powered at night, so would the router.

Any ideas? I have looked at stockists' webpages until I am
cross-eyed.

Failing sourcing the ideal plug/socket combination device, I can
buy switched plugs which need wiring, but the monitor has a
wall-wart, so I could not/would not rewire that.
Ultimately, I could use a small (2-gang) switched extension
plugged into one of the UPS outlets, but I would rather keep the
PC and the monitor on separate outlets. Even though the printer
is connected to the Surge Protected outlet, I would also like to
be able to shut that off in the same way.

eBay 325276520773

Thanks. I already know about those, it is ones with a socket on
top and the switch to the front or rear that I am looking for.

You can get 3 way adaptors with switches, but you could probably
only use one outlet. eBay 203605954859.

"No exact matches found" it says. But I agree, the space is very
limited, and only an inline socket would be accessible, the sides
would be too busy. It might be worth looking at, though.
Yesterday, I bought a cheap switched 4-gang extension, for temporary
use. I want a 2-gang one, but El Cheapo Supplies didn't have one.
This one will be going back, it is not guaranteed to keep power
flowing on all outlets! I have found 2 reliable ones, there might
be 3. You get what you pay for.

Put remote controlled plugs into your search engine there are quite a
few that come up that look no wider than a standard plug easy to use
with a pre-programmed remote a few button presses and away you go.

You can also go the whole hog and use smart plugs either with an app
or voice control. I have some Amazon basic ones which are approx.
60mm wide you would have to measure the socket spacing on your UPS.

Richard

I'll go and grab a ruler later, but the spacing looks to be closer to
50mm.
But I'll do another search using 'remote controlled plugs'.#
Meanwhile, the snooker's back on......
--
Davey.

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Davey <davey@example.invalid> wrote:

On Sat, 2 May 2026 13:12:05 -0000 (UTC)
Tricky Dicky <tricky.dicky@sky.com> wrote:

Davey <davey@example.invalid> wrote:

On Sat, 2 May 2026 10:59:43 +0100
Simon Simple <nothanks@nottoday.co.uk> wrote:

On 02/05/2026 10:52, Davey wrote:

On Sat, 2 May 2026 09:54:36 +0100
Simon Simple <nothanks@nottoday.co.uk> wrote:

On 01/05/2026 11:31, Davey wrote:

Now that I finally appear to have a functioning Eaton UPS, (see
thread 'OT: UPS manufacturer', started in November!) and I have
now installed it, I find some differences in switching items on
and off. Before the UPS, I used a 6-gang extension, each outlet
having its own rocker switch. I have now lost that with the UPS, >>>>>>> either everything is powered or nothing is powered. So if I shut >>>>>>> down the UPS outlets at night, the router also shuts down, which >>>>>>> I don't want. The router is also my 'phone service, in the
modern way. I am looking for a plug, which has a switch, which
controls a passthrough outlet. And it must fit in the space
between plugs on the UPS deck. Then I would put one in place
for each of the PC and the Monitor. The UPS would then stay
powered at night, so would the router.

Any ideas? I have looked at stockists' webpages until I am
cross-eyed.

Failing sourcing the ideal plug/socket combination device, I can >>>>>>> buy switched plugs which need wiring, but the monitor has a
wall-wart, so I could not/would not rewire that.
Ultimately, I could use a small (2-gang) switched extension
plugged into one of the UPS outlets, but I would rather keep the >>>>>>> PC and the monitor on separate outlets. Even though the printer
is connected to the Surge Protected outlet, I would also like to >>>>>>> be able to shut that off in the same way.

eBay 325276520773

Thanks. I already know about those, it is ones with a socket on
top and the switch to the front or rear that I am looking for.

You can get 3 way adaptors with switches, but you could probably
only use one outlet. eBay 203605954859.

"No exact matches found" it says. But I agree, the space is very
limited, and only an inline socket would be accessible, the sides
would be too busy. It might be worth looking at, though.
Yesterday, I bought a cheap switched 4-gang extension, for temporary
use. I want a 2-gang one, but El Cheapo Supplies didn't have one.
This one will be going back, it is not guaranteed to keep power
flowing on all outlets! I have found 2 reliable ones, there might
be 3. You get what you pay for.

Put remote controlled plugs into your search engine there are quite a
few that come up that look no wider than a standard plug easy to use
with a pre-programmed remote a few button presses and away you go.

You can also go the whole hog and use smart plugs either with an app
or voice control. I have some Amazon basic ones which are approx.
60mm wide you would have to measure the socket spacing on your UPS.

Richard

I'll go and grab a ruler later, but the spacing looks to be closer to
50mm.
But I'll do another search using 'remote controlled plugs'.#
Meanwhile, the snooker's back on......

Measure the distance between the Earth pin holes,if that is in excess of
the remote/smart plug width then they will fit side by side.

Richard

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On Sat, 2 May 2026 13:49:25 -0000 (UTC)
Tricky Dicky <tricky.dicky@sky.com> wrote:

Davey <davey@example.invalid> wrote:

On Sat, 2 May 2026 13:12:05 -0000 (UTC)
Tricky Dicky <tricky.dicky@sky.com> wrote:

Davey <davey@example.invalid> wrote:

On Sat, 2 May 2026 10:59:43 +0100
Simon Simple <nothanks@nottoday.co.uk> wrote:

On 02/05/2026 10:52, Davey wrote:

On Sat, 2 May 2026 09:54:36 +0100
Simon Simple <nothanks@nottoday.co.uk> wrote:

On 01/05/2026 11:31, Davey wrote:

Now that I finally appear to have a functioning Eaton UPS,
(see thread 'OT: UPS manufacturer', started in November!) and
I have now installed it, I find some differences in switching
items on and off. Before the UPS, I used a 6-gang extension,
each outlet having its own rocker switch. I have now lost
that with the UPS, either everything is powered or nothing is
powered. So if I shut down the UPS outlets at night, the
router also shuts down, which I don't want. The router is
also my 'phone service, in the modern way. I am looking for a
plug, which has a switch, which controls a passthrough
outlet. And it must fit in the space between plugs on the UPS
deck. Then I would put one in place for each of the PC and
the Monitor. The UPS would then stay powered at night, so
would the router.

Any ideas? I have looked at stockists' webpages until I am
cross-eyed.

Failing sourcing the ideal plug/socket combination device, I
can buy switched plugs which need wiring, but the monitor has
a wall-wart, so I could not/would not rewire that.
Ultimately, I could use a small (2-gang) switched extension
plugged into one of the UPS outlets, but I would rather keep
the PC and the monitor on separate outlets. Even though the
printer is connected to the Surge Protected outlet, I would
also like to be able to shut that off in the same way.

eBay 325276520773

Thanks. I already know about those, it is ones with a socket on
top and the switch to the front or rear that I am looking for.

You can get 3 way adaptors with switches, but you could probably
only use one outlet. eBay 203605954859.

"No exact matches found" it says. But I agree, the space is very
limited, and only an inline socket would be accessible, the sides
would be too busy. It might be worth looking at, though.
Yesterday, I bought a cheap switched 4-gang extension, for
temporary use. I want a 2-gang one, but El Cheapo Supplies didn't
have one. This one will be going back, it is not guaranteed to
keep power flowing on all outlets! I have found 2 reliable ones,
there might be 3. You get what you pay for.

Put remote controlled plugs into your search engine there are
quite a few that come up that look no wider than a standard plug
easy to use with a pre-programmed remote a few button presses and
away you go.

You can also go the whole hog and use smart plugs either with an
app or voice control. I have some Amazon basic ones which are
approx. 60mm wide you would have to measure the socket spacing on
your UPS.

Richard

I'll go and grab a ruler later, but the spacing looks to be closer
to 50mm.
But I'll do another search using 'remote controlled plugs'.#
Meanwhile, the snooker's back on......

Measure the distance between the Earth pin holes,if that is in excess
of the remote/smart plug width then they will fit side by side.

Richard

2 1/8 inch = 54 mm. The IKEA units are 60 mm.
I found a switchable 3-way adapter in my box of odds and ends, no way
would I be able to use more than one outlet.
I also found a huge central plug leading to 4 switched outlets, horrid
design, and it won't fit without blocking any adjacent protected
socket, either side. Bummer.
I has a catalogue from CPC today, their extensions are cheaper that
the one I bought yesterday. it's definitely going back!
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On 01/05/2026 11:31, Davey wrote:

Now that I finally appear to have a functioning Eaton UPS, (see
thread 'OT: UPS manufacturer', started in November!) and I have now
installed it, I find some differences in switching items on and off.
Before the UPS, I used a 6-gang extension, each outlet having its own
rocker switch. I have now lost that with the UPS, either everything is powered or nothing is powered. So if I shut down the UPS outlets at
night, the router also shuts down, which I don't want. The router
is also my 'phone service, in the modern way.
I am looking for a plug, which has a switch, which controls a
passthrough outlet. And it must fit in the space between plugs on the
UPS deck. Then I would put one in place for each of the PC and the
Monitor. The UPS would then stay powered at night, so would the router.

Any ideas? I have looked at stockists' webpages until I am cross-eyed.

Failing sourcing the ideal plug/socket combination device, I can buy
switched plugs which need wiring, but the monitor has a wall-wart, so I
could not/would not rewire that.
Ultimately, I could use a small (2-gang) switched extension plugged
into one of the UPS outlets, but I would rather keep the PC and the
monitor on separate outlets. Even though the printer is connected to the Surge Protected outlet, I would also like to be able to shut that off
in the same way.

Plug in RCD.

eBay 175827051510
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On Sat, 2 May 2026 20:30:05 +0100
Simon Simple <nothanks@nottoday.co.uk> wrote:

On 01/05/2026 11:31, Davey wrote:

Now that I finally appear to have a functioning Eaton UPS, (see
thread 'OT: UPS manufacturer', started in November!) and I have now installed it, I find some differences in switching items on and off.
Before the UPS, I used a 6-gang extension, each outlet having its
own rocker switch. I have now lost that with the UPS, either
everything is powered or nothing is powered. So if I shut down the
UPS outlets at night, the router also shuts down, which I don't
want. The router is also my 'phone service, in the modern way.
I am looking for a plug, which has a switch, which controls a
passthrough outlet. And it must fit in the space between plugs on
the UPS deck. Then I would put one in place for each of the PC and
the Monitor. The UPS would then stay powered at night, so would the
router.

Any ideas? I have looked at stockists' webpages until I am
cross-eyed.

Failing sourcing the ideal plug/socket combination device, I can buy switched plugs which need wiring, but the monitor has a wall-wart,
so I could not/would not rewire that.
Ultimately, I could use a small (2-gang) switched extension plugged
into one of the UPS outlets, but I would rather keep the PC and the
monitor on separate outlets. Even though the printer is connected
to the Surge Protected outlet, I would also like to be able to shut
that off in the same way.

Plug in RCD.

eBay 175827051510

Hmm. Interesting thought. But see elsewhere in this thread, a width of approximately 5.5 cm is just over the available space.
But thanks.
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On Sat, 2 May 2026 16:48:14 +0100
Davey <davey@example.invalid> wrote:

On Sat, 2 May 2026 13:49:25 -0000 (UTC)
Tricky Dicky <tricky.dicky@sky.com> wrote:

Davey <davey@example.invalid> wrote:

On Sat, 2 May 2026 13:12:05 -0000 (UTC)
Tricky Dicky <tricky.dicky@sky.com> wrote:

Davey <davey@example.invalid> wrote:

On Sat, 2 May 2026 10:59:43 +0100
Simon Simple <nothanks@nottoday.co.uk> wrote:

On 02/05/2026 10:52, Davey wrote:

On Sat, 2 May 2026 09:54:36 +0100
Simon Simple <nothanks@nottoday.co.uk> wrote:

On 01/05/2026 11:31, Davey wrote:

Now that I finally appear to have a functioning Eaton UPS,
(see thread 'OT: UPS manufacturer', started in November!)
and I have now installed it, I find some differences in
switching items on and off. Before the UPS, I used a 6-gang
extension, each outlet having its own rocker switch. I have
now lost that with the UPS, either everything is powered or
nothing is powered. So if I shut down the UPS outlets at
night, the router also shuts down, which I don't want. The
router is also my 'phone service, in the modern way. I am
looking for a plug, which has a switch, which controls a
passthrough outlet. And it must fit in the space between
plugs on the UPS deck. Then I would put one in place for
each of the PC and the Monitor. The UPS would then stay
powered at night, so would the router.

Any ideas? I have looked at stockists' webpages until I am
cross-eyed.

Failing sourcing the ideal plug/socket combination device, I >>>>>>> can buy switched plugs which need wiring, but the monitor
has a wall-wart, so I could not/would not rewire that.
Ultimately, I could use a small (2-gang) switched extension
plugged into one of the UPS outlets, but I would rather keep >>>>>>> the PC and the monitor on separate outlets. Even though the
printer is connected to the Surge Protected outlet, I would
also like to be able to shut that off in the same way.

eBay 325276520773

Thanks. I already know about those, it is ones with a socket
on top and the switch to the front or rear that I am looking
for.

You can get 3 way adaptors with switches, but you could
probably only use one outlet. eBay 203605954859.

"No exact matches found" it says. But I agree, the space is very
limited, and only an inline socket would be accessible, the
sides would be too busy. It might be worth looking at, though.
Yesterday, I bought a cheap switched 4-gang extension, for
temporary use. I want a 2-gang one, but El Cheapo Supplies
didn't have one. This one will be going back, it is not
guaranteed to keep power flowing on all outlets! I have found 2
reliable ones, there might be 3. You get what you pay for.

Put remote controlled plugs into your search engine there are
quite a few that come up that look no wider than a standard plug
easy to use with a pre-programmed remote a few button presses and
away you go.

You can also go the whole hog and use smart plugs either with an
app or voice control. I have some Amazon basic ones which are
approx. 60mm wide you would have to measure the socket spacing on
your UPS.

Richard

I'll go and grab a ruler later, but the spacing looks to be closer
to 50mm.
But I'll do another search using 'remote controlled plugs'.#
Meanwhile, the snooker's back on......

Measure the distance between the Earth pin holes,if that is in
excess of the remote/smart plug width then they will fit side by
side.

Richard

2 1/8 inch = 54 mm. The IKEA units are 60 mm.
I found a switchable 3-way adapter in my box of odds and ends, no way
would I be able to use more than one outlet.
I also found a huge central plug leading to 4 switched outlets, horrid design, and it won't fit without blocking any adjacent protected
socket, either side. Bummer.
I has a catalogue from CPC today, their extensions are cheaper that
the one I bought yesterday. it's definitely going back!

It's ok, all sorted. I have a new (and functioning) 4-gang extension,
with: The Desktop PC, the monitor, and the external backup HDD powered
and switchable from it. This extension is plugged into Outlet 1. The one
spare outlet is almost blocked.

The UPS' battery-protected outlets have: The DECT handset basestation,
in Outlet 2, and the router, in Outlet 3. There is one socket spare.

Then I used the switched 3-way adaptor that I already had as a switch
for the printer, plugged into a Surge Protected outlet. There are three
spare outlets.

All done! Thanks all for suggestions.
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