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    September 17, 2018
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    December 27, 2018
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Store, share and transport files with the lightweight Western Digital My Passport Portable Hard Drive. The SuperSpeed USB port lets you transfer large files in seconds and 256-bit AES hardware encryption helps keep your files secure. The My Passport provides enough space to store thousands of files and documents. Auto backup capability allows you to select the time and frequency of file transfers.
 
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Lots of storage in a small package
on May 21, 2020
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Verified Purchase:Yes
Bought this as a means of sending some old movies to a friend. Was able to pack tons of movies on it.
Length of ownership: 202
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I would recommend this to a friend!
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This massive box set devoted to the work of slapstick legends The Three Stooges contains 190 of their celebrated shorts, a pair of feature length films, 28 never-before-released shorts, and three animated shorts featuring the trio.
 
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From my childhood
on May 21, 2020
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Verified Purchase:Yes
I collect movies and shows on my server. I found some old stooges shows online but it made me want the entire collection, so now I own them all!
Still a great act!
Length of ownership: 184
Mobile Submission: true
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Bring adventure on the go with these Mattel Toy Story 4 assorted mini figurines blind bags. The sturdy construction provides extra durability, while the miniature size allows convenient portability. These Mattel Toy Story 4 assorted mini figures blind bags come with random figurines, offering exciting anticipation with each bag opened.
 
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Expected more
on May 21, 2020
Posted by: HammerinHank
Verified Purchase:Yes
Again, I should have read the fine print. Wanted the collection but got one piece, with no indication of how to get the set.
Length of ownership: 40
Mobile Submission: true
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Become a mad scientist with this WowWee Mini Mad Lab play set. Watch your child mix and match body parts to create a unique monster, and enjoy the hidden mystery monster that waits to be extracted out of slime, sand or clay. Classify your creations like a real lab with this WowWee Mini Mad Lab.
 
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Picture is deceiving
on May 21, 2020
Posted by: HammerinHank
Verified Purchase:Yes
When I ordered this, I actually expected to receive what was pictured. Instead, I received one tiny figure out of the bunch, and could find no means to order all others. Was a disappointment.
Length of ownership: 35
Mobile Submission: true
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Dolittle (DVD + Digital) [Blu-ray]
 
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Okay movie. Got it for grandkids
on May 21, 2020
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Verified Purchase:Yes
Another movie I had hoped to see in the theater but could not. One of Robert Downey’s strengths is NOT imitating a British accent. But animation was well done.
Length of ownership: 27
Mobile Submission: true
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Writer-director Greta Gerwig (Lady Bird) has crafted a Little Women that draws on both the classic novel and the writings of Louisa May Alcott, and unfolds as the author's alter ego, Jo March, reflects back and forth on her fictional life. In Gerwig's take, the beloved story of the March sisters - four young women each determined to live life on their own terms - is both timeless and timely.
 
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No theaters open!
on May 21, 2020
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Verified Purchase:Yes
Intended to see this movie just before theaters shut down. Now I own it!
Length of ownership: 27
Mobile Submission: true
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Meet the 2nd generation Nest Mini, the smart speaker you control with your voice. Just say "Hey Google" to play songs from Spotify, YouTube Music, and more.* Music sounds bigger and richer. Ask your Google Assistant about the weather, news, or almost anything. Hear your personalized schedule, current weather conditions, and reminders.** Set timers and alarms. And control your compatible smart devices.***
 
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The smaller brother to Google Hime
on May 21, 2020
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Verified Purchase:Yes
Already had a Google home, which we love and use constantly. Got this device as a freebie when I purchased other equipment. It’s the second nest addition to the home. Now have Google Home in the living room, a nest in the bedroom, and a nest in the loft with my computers and server. All perform equally well!
Length of ownership: 27
Mobile Submission: true
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Nest 3rd Generation Smart Learning Thermostat: Take control of your home's heating and cooling without lifting a finger with this thermostat, which learns your habits and adjusts to automatically regulate your home's temperature based on your schedule. The Nest Leaf feature alerts you when you choose a temperature that's energy efficient.
 
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Excellent product!
on May 21, 2020
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Verified Purchase:Yes
Beyond the fact that I had some installation issues (related to the wiring of old thermostat vs this model), which were quickly resolved with a quick Google search, the device has functioned flawlessly. Even reduced my energy bill by half!
Length of ownership: 27
Mobile Submission: true
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Print, scan and copy wirelessly from your device with this Epson Expressions Home all-in-one inkjet printer. The 100-sheet paper tray minimizes downtime to improve productivity, while the 2.4-inch LCD screen ensures simple setup and use. This Epson Expressions Home all-in-one inkjet printer features automatic duplex printing to save on paper.Prints up to 10 ISO ppm* in black, up to 5 ISO ppm* in color
 
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Great network printer
on April 10, 2020
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Verified Purchase:Yes
Easy to install. Easy to use. Easy to attach to the network. I was a little disappointed that it doesn't have its own Ethernet port for connection to the network switch, so can only connect wirelessly. Also disappointed that it doesn't have any peripheral slots to plug in memory cards for picture printing, but I'll get over it.
Length of ownership: 19
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Print with high performance using this Epson T212 black ink cartridge. The dark tone contrasts with white or neutral-tone papers for superior visibility, and the standard yield is ideal for taking on regular print jobs. This Epson T212 black ink cartridge is simple to install into select Epson machines, saving time and effort.
 
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Great printer for its price
on April 10, 2020
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This was just spare ink for the new printer I bought. I like Epson but last printer simply died unexpectedly.
Length of ownership: 17
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Turn your powerline into a high-speed network with this TP-LINK AV600 Nano TL-PA4010KIT kit, which features compatibility with HomePlug AV, 802.3 and 802.3u Internet standards and a data transfer rate of up to 600 Mbps. AES encryption protects your data.
 

Yes... the bestbuy customer service agent who helped me, said I could only use 2 of these or the connection would diminish, yet from the answers it says you can pair as many as you need? Whats the truth?

Home power line wires are certainly not the best means for carrying high-speed Ethernet signals from one place to another. In my experience, I have successfully connected one source unit to 2 extensions without issues. It may be possible to add more, but I haven't tried that.
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Turn your powerline into a high-speed network with this TP-LINK AV600 Nano TL-PA4010KIT kit, which features compatibility with HomePlug AV, 802.3 and 802.3u Internet standards and a data transfer rate of up to 600 Mbps. AES encryption protects your data.
 

Do I need a router for these to work or can I just plug it into my WiFi modem?

These devices require a source of Ethernet connection. If your wireless modem has a spare Ethernet connection, that will server as the source. Where you plug the paired unit, it will server as the extension.
5 years, 4 months ago
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Turn your powerline into a high-speed network with this TP-LINK AV600 Nano TL-PA4010KIT kit, which features compatibility with HomePlug AV, 802.3 and 802.3u Internet standards and a data transfer rate of up to 600 Mbps. AES encryption protects your data.
 

Just bought a Netgear Power adapter kit. One IN and one OUT. Need to add more OUTs. Will Tplink output adapter work with Netgear at the other end? Compatibility any issue or not?

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If your Netgear adapter kit follows the IEEE standard specified by Tplink, they will work.
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Turn your powerline into a high-speed network with this TP-LINK AV600 Nano TL-PA4010KIT kit, which features compatibility with HomePlug AV, 802.3 and 802.3u Internet standards and a data transfer rate of up to 600 Mbps. AES encryption protects your data.
 

Does this work with Netgear routers? Does this work with consoles?

It requires an Ethernet input, and it provides an Ethernet output at a distance. It doesn't care about the source of the Ethernet.
5 years, 4 months ago
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Turn your powerline into a high-speed network with this TP-LINK AV600 Nano TL-PA4010KIT kit, which features compatibility with HomePlug AV, 802.3 and 802.3u Internet standards and a data transfer rate of up to 600 Mbps. AES encryption protects your data.
 

Can this be used as a repeater or is it just a wireless way to connect a non smart device

It is not intended to be a repeater. It should be viewed as an Ethernet access extender.
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Turn your powerline into a high-speed network with this TP-LINK AV600 Nano TL-PA4010KIT kit, which features compatibility with HomePlug AV, 802.3 and 802.3u Internet standards and a data transfer rate of up to 600 Mbps. AES encryption protects your data.
 

Can you use a power extender to plug it in

Due to the fact that my TV was physically located far from where I could get Ethernet access, I originally purchased a pair of Ethernet over power lines to be able to connect the TV to the Ethernet. I have used them in a distributed manner to offer access to other devices as well (laptops, Xbox, home theater pc, etc.) and they have functioned well in those applications. However, these devices can be sensitive to loading and I have found that their usefulness deteriorates as Ethernet load increases. As such, I would not recommend putting these devices on any type of extension cord. In fact, I believe I recall that the information included from the OEM specifies that they not be connected in this manner, but must be plugged directly into the outlets on either end.
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NETGEAR ProSAFE 8-port Gigabit desktop switch, designed for business with simple plug-and-play connectivity and no configuration needed. It comes with a sturdy metal case and the NETGEAR limited lifetime warranty. It supports Energy-Efficient Ethernet (IEEE802.3az) for optimized energy savings and DSCP-based QoS for traffic prioritization.
 

Does it require a flipped cable to go from router to the switch or does it automatically detect and flip it internally?

I don't know of any that require a flipped cable. I'm using it to connect desktops (3), to a server. None of those connections require anything other than a standard Ethernet cable.
5 years, 6 months ago
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NETGEAR ProSAFE 8-port Gigabit desktop switch, designed for business with simple plug-and-play connectivity and no configuration needed. It comes with a sturdy metal case and the NETGEAR limited lifetime warranty. It supports Energy-Efficient Ethernet (IEEE802.3az) for optimized energy savings and DSCP-based QoS for traffic prioritization.
 

My question is this Netgear 8 - port device connecting to Router or Modem ?

It should't care. Mine connects to both, along with connecting to other machines.
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NETGEAR ProSAFE 8-port Gigabit desktop switch, designed for business with simple plug-and-play connectivity and no configuration needed. It comes with a sturdy metal case and the NETGEAR limited lifetime warranty. It supports Energy-Efficient Ethernet (IEEE802.3az) for optimized energy savings and DSCP-based QoS for traffic prioritization.
 

I have a 5 port plug-n-play switch that bottlenecks my 200 mbs signal to 100 mbs. Will this switch have a 200 mbs throuhput?

You need to make sure your existing switch is something more than a 1/10/100 switch.
The network switch you are asking about is rated as a gigabyte switch. The last switch I had died, causing all kinds of issues. This switch has functioned perfectly and though I've not done all I can to try to bog it down, it has handled all I have thrown at it. I'ts carrying the traffic of 3 desktops, 2 external Tb drives, and 4 DVD players, 2 of which are Blu-ray.
5 years, 6 months ago
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Expand your home network without compromising quality with this TP-Link Powerline starter kit. The adapter uses your existing power lines to supply your home with a gigabit Ethernet connection, and its automatic power-saving mode conserves energy. This TP-Link Powerline starter kit installs with no configuration for a fast, efficient setup.
 

Will these work between main house and cottage when cottage has a breaker panel fed by house?

It should work just fine. The documentation that comes with it states that it will work for outlets on the same circuit in the home. In my case, I actually have transmitters and receivers on separate circuits and it works just fine.
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