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Using a power strip in an old home that was build back in 1955

I'm not sure if this post is in the correct topic, but the title says it all. I live in a house that was built back in 1955 and this house has very few grounded outlets. I use power strips throughout the home and have never had a problem occur.

I plan to upgrade one power strip and my question is if I use a power strip like this one

https://www.amazon.com/SUPERDANNY-Protector-Outlets-Charging-Extension/dp/B08Z2ZKVXX/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?crid=3SBFJHLALO6QN&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.s0_HlP9WURLAXog0sGN2IYFWFyxz8mv_FlE-jBVldyFzMbcrgFRL4s7omCYnD5Tme9-N7eaM7TU6cSHLYvmCSKosQF2WDkWUCk3wcKYlkNkyj3aruYly_umT5WfWzdUCwVRgX2JMPDUc9Rs8xRlBnwjEybJuQfD7TVsKwe6XF_2GNQMXRQH35YxULNEytSE00WYIjIs23hTulfn45F3-aaYw2nOkns730GHg4Pb2vHw.1VcY2JcKKBP7V9hL1YgK-OAGfbzc_GHUvAOvOyqbJbE&dib_tag=se&keywords=power+strip+24+outlets%5C&qid=1726891536&sprefix=power+strip+24+outlets+%2Caps%2C293&sr=8-2-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&psc=1

Would I have a wiring fault as the outlet is not grounded?

This power strip doesn't have a yellow light built in.

https://www.amazon.com/TROND-Protector-Rotating-Extension-Essentials/dp/B0D1K55GPC/ref=sr_1_9?crid=3SBFJHLALO6QN&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.s0_HlP9WURLAXog0sGN2IYFWFyxz8mv_FlE-jBVldyFzMbcrgFRL4s7omCYnD5Tme9-N7eaM7TU6cSHLYvmCSKosQF2WDkWUCk3wcKYlkNkyj3aruYly_umT5WfWzdUCwVRgX2JMPDUc9Rs8xRlBnwjEybJuQfD7TVsKwe6XF_2GNQMXRQH35YxULNEytSE00WYIjIs23hTulfn45F3-aaYw2nOkns730GHg4Pb2vHw.1VcY2JcKKBP7V9hL1YgK-OAGfbzc_GHUvAOvOyqbJbE&dib_tag=se&keywords=power+strip+24+outlets%5C&qid=1726891536&sprefix=power+strip+24+outlets+%2Caps%2C293&sr=8-9

I'm not an expert in the field so that is why I'm asking.

gamekid
gamekid OP
6 posts
 

I'm just brainstorming ideas at this time.

Here is an ideal setup

playstation 1 with upscaler - 2 plugs

playstation 2 - 1 plug

playstation 3 - 1 plug

playstation 4 with vr - 2 plugs

playstation 5 - 1 plug

tv - 1 plug

dvr - 1 plug - 8 plugs total

or 

nintendo system with upscaler - 2 plugs

super nintendo with upscaler - 2 plugs

nintendo 64 with upscaler  - 2 plugs

nintendo gamecube - 1 plug

nintendo wii - 1 plug

nintendo wii u - 1 plug

nintendo switch - 1 plug

tv - 1 plug

dvr - 1 plug - 12 plugs

Not all device would be on at the same time.

fuzztone's avatar
fuzztone
5,598 posts
 

More important than ground for safety is proper polarization. I remember the old days of finding the quietest orientation for each plug.  And shocking PA systems.

gamekid OP
6 posts
 

I'm on here asking for tips mainly. If I was an expert, I wouldn't be on here.

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ecat026
16 posts
 

From my research with a similar issue, code allows you to install ungrounded 3 prong receptacles IF a GFCI is installed upstream and the downstream receptacles are wired to that GFCI's Load. The newly installed three prong receptacles must then be labeled "protected by GFCI" or something similar, I don't remember. Something to look into for safety. 

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