Here are three ways:
Cleaning: as applied
to most things in our lives, cleaning also applies to protecting peripheral
devices. To ensure the smooth running of such devices one needs to clean the
dust and dirt from these devices once in a while. Make sure you disconnect the
device before you eject it from the system.
Follow instructions: Most devices come with a safety guide
and instructions manual, always use the recommended settings for the smooth
running of your system. These recommendations usually come from the
manufacturer and are reliable.
Surge suppressor/protector: One of the major issues faced by the
users is faults caused by power surges. One needs to make sure to use a Surge Suppressor/Protector
connected with the system to make sure it will not damaged with power fluctuations.