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- First reviewAugust 3, 2018
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- First review commentDecember 28, 2022
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The Back-UPS Pro family offers guaranteed power protection for high performance computer systems, routers/modems, external storage devices, game consoles and other electronics in your home or business. These UPSs supply electronics with abundant battery backup during outages and stabilize unsafe voltage levels. They also provide power protection from damaging surges and spikes, and allow the use of management software so you get the most out of your UPS. Premium features of this family may include Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR), an LCD display, Smart Outlets, energy saving functions that reduce electricity use, network manageability, Watchdog, or configurable outlets. Together with the rest of the Back-UPS Pro's standard features, they are the perfect choice to protect your data and keep your system available.
Customer Rating
5
Quality UPS with many benefits
on November 6, 2020
Posted by: Steve
Verified Purchase:Yes
I have 3 of these, a 900, 1350 and this 1500. There only a little more then a high quality surge protector but have the benefit of battery back up. I use them with computers, game consoles and a htpc/tv setup. This one can handle a high end pc (600+ watts) and tv/soundbar (200+ watts).
Length of ownership: 31
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Organize camera equipment or drone accessories with this black Peak Design Everyday Sling bag. It's wearable as a waist pack or crossbody sling for versatile carrying, and its padded tech sleeve safely stores your 11-inch tablet. The FlexFold dividers of this weather-resistant Peak Design Everyday Sling bag let you customize the interior to fit essentials.
Customer Rating
5
Very well made bag
on September 13, 2020
Posted by: Steve
Verified Purchase:Yes
This is a great bag that's weather resistance and works for my camera and accessories or drone and accessories.
Length of ownership: 340
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Connect your computer to these Logitech stereo speakers, and immerse yourself in games and streaming video. The 2-inch drivers deliver impressive stereo audio, and easy controls offer effortless volume control and power access. These Logitech stereo speakers are compact to fit on your desktop without taking away from full stereo function.
Customer Rating
4
Good basic pc speakers
on September 13, 2020
Posted by: Steve
Verified Purchase:Yes
I just needed some simple speakers since my new monitor doesn't have them. I usually use headphones but there are times when I just need speakers.
Length of ownership: 26
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3
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5
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5
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Keep your files in one place with this 2.5-inch Samsung 2TB internal solid-state drive. Boasting read speeds of up to 550MB/sec., this solid-state drive improves system performance by reducing startup and file loading times. This Samsung internal solid-state drive accommodates large numbers of files and programs with its 2TB capacity.
Customer Rating
5
Great storage SSD
on August 14, 2020
Posted by: Steve
Verified Purchase:Yes
Excellent for storing games, videos and pictures. Great price to capacity compared to M.2 and so much faster than a mechanical HDD.
Length of ownership: 210
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The ultimate in speed and performance Speed up your computer with this Samsung 970 Evo Plus 1TB internal SSD. It maximizes the potential of NVMe bandwidth for unbeatable computing The M.2 interface is capable of delivering read speeds up to 3,500MB/sec. and write speeds up to 3,300MB/sec., so you can finish work faster. Samsung's innovative technology empowers you with the capacity to do more and accomplish more. The 970 EVO Plus provides exceptional endurance powered by the latest V-NAND technology and Samsung's reputation for quality. This Samsung 970 Evo Plus 1TB internal SSD has Dynamic Thermal Guard technology for protection against overheating.
Customer Rating
5
My go to M.2 memory
on August 14, 2020
Posted by: Steve
Verified Purchase:Yes
I really like the EVO Plus because it's fast enough and the PRO is so expensive for a little better speed.
Length of ownership: 210
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Get the power you need to play demanding games with this ASUS TUF gaming motherboard. The AMD chipset provides power and compatibility with Ryzen processors while Gigabit Ethernet, Bluetooth 5 and 802.11ac Wi-Fi deliver fast connectivity. Active cooling and multiple heat sinks keep this ASUS TUF gaming motherboard running at peak performance.
Customer Rating
4
A very good mid-range mobo
on August 14, 2020
Posted by: Steve
Verified Purchase:Yes
There are definitely better X570 mobo out there but for the features, reliability and price it's hard to beat for a mid-range build.
Length of ownership: 210
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This Corsair CX Series Modular CX750M CP-9020061-NA power supply features over- and under-voltage, over-power and short-circuit protection to prevent damage to your components. The flexible modular cabling system accommodates your system configuration.
Customer Rating
5
Perfect PSU
on August 14, 2020
Posted by: Steve
Verified Purchase:Yes
Corsair does a great job on PSU's and I've never had any issues with them.
Length of ownership: 203
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Take your gaming to the next level with this HyperX FURY Pro gaming mouse pad. Its high-quality fabric provides a controlled glide, and the natural rubber underside supports your wrist while keeping the pad firmly in place. This HyperX FURY Pro gaming mouse pad is made of durable materials to stand up to marathon gaming sessions.
Customer Rating
5
Excellent extended mouse pad
on August 14, 2020
Posted by: Steve
Verified Purchase:Yes
Very well made and a great size for my TKL keyboard and mouse. Very happy with it.
Length of ownership: 8
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HyperX Pudding Keycaps feature a translucent dual-layer style and our signature HyperX font, both of which are designed to provide extra brilliance. These double shot PBT keycaps are thicker, more durable, and more resistant to solvents. The full key set is compatible with HyperX and most other mechanical gaming keyboards and come with a stylish HyperX keycap removal tool for easy installation.~
Customer Rating
5
Worth the upgrade
on August 14, 2020
Posted by: Steve
Verified Purchase:Yes
Much better feel, no oil marks and the rgb color is softer and looks so much better.
Length of ownership: 1
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The PRO X Wireless LIGHTSPEED Gaming Headset. Engineered for the extreme performance you expect from PRO X~now with 2.4 GHz LIGHTSPEED wireless. Advanced Blue VO!CE, next-gen 7.1 surround sound, and PRO-G 50 mm drivers for clear sound imaging and professional sound and voice comms. PRO X Wireless delivers crystal-clear game sound and voice chat. Comfortable memory foam, plus durable steel and aluminum construction let you play to win.
Customer Rating
5
Best of both worlds
on August 14, 2020
Posted by: Steve
Verified Purchase:Yes
I've had wired and BT headphones before and had more cons then pros with both. Wired headphones are a pain dealing with the wire but sound great and BT have freedom but don't sound very good. The wireless headphones with 2.4 USB dongle have absolutely excellent sound and no wires to deal with. Great battery life too!
Length of ownership: 8
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The CORSAIR iCUE COMMANDER CORE XT lets you intelligently control up to six PWM fans and multiple RGB components while accurately monitoring system temperatures, all from a single device. Automatic detection of any combination of individually addressable CORSAIR RGB fans makes for easy setup, with out-of-the-box control of up to 264 RGB LEDs on compatible CORSAIR RGB devices. Two included temperature sensors allow you to keep an eye on your system and create automated fan curves for the most efficient cooling. Powerful CORSAIR iCUE software ties all of these capabilities together in a single interface. Complete with a USB 2.0 pass-through to connect an additional internal USB device and embedded magnets for easy installation, the CORSAIR iCUE COMMANDER CORE XT puts your setup at your command.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5Solid controller
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If your PC is in the Corsair ecosystem this will be a good device for controlling Corsair fans and argb. iCue software is required though it's a pretty good reliable software.
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December 28, 2022
It depends on the connection type of the RGB/aRGB devices you plan on using. I made my own with spare connectors I had from previous builds. Watch this YouTube video which should be helpful. Corsair Lighting Node hacks for non-corsair RGB devices.
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The CORSAIR 12-Pin GPU Power Cable (CP-8920274) connects any CORSAIR Type-3/Type-4 modular power supply to any GPU by converting two 8-pin PSU power connectors to a single 12-pin GPU power connector, ready to power your new NVIDIA GeForce RTX 30 Series GPU. 660mm Black sleeved cables allow for easy cable management and match the aesthetic of any build.
Manage your sound system setup effectively with this Insignia 6' 3.5mm Extension Cable. The nickel-plated connectors offer lasting use, while the 6-foot cable length allows the easy and flexible installation of audio systems. This Insignia 6' 3.5mm Extension Cable features 3.5mm male and female ends to enhance compatibility with a variety of audio devices.
Record stunning, crystal-clear video from live streams with this Elgato Game Capture Pro MK.2 capture card. The multi-feed technology lets you capture video streams from multiple apps simultaneously, and ultralow latency provides precise captures. Multi-card support enables multiple Elgato Game Capture Pro MK.2 capture card units within a single PC.
The CM1000 Ultra-High Speed Cable Modem, with speeds up to 1Gbps and DOCSIS 3.1 is 10X faster than DOCSIS 3.0 devices. It's backward compatible with DOCSIS 3.0 and ready for future service plan upgrades for XFINITY from Comcast, Cox, and Spectrum. A Gigabit Ethernet port provides faster access and downloads.
On the Spectrum Authorized Modems page, is says Netgear CM1000v2 is compatible. Is this v2 I don't see where it says it anywhere in the specs or in the model number.
I ordered it on BB website and received the V2 version even though it wasn't specific which version it was. Probably all the older versions are sold out and only the V2 is available now and BB hasn't updated their website description.
5 years, 11 months ago
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The CM1000 Ultra-High Speed Cable Modem, with speeds up to 1Gbps and DOCSIS 3.1 is 10X faster than DOCSIS 3.0 devices. It's backward compatible with DOCSIS 3.0 and ready for future service plan upgrades for XFINITY from Comcast, Cox, and Spectrum. A Gigabit Ethernet port provides faster access and downloads.
The CM1000 Ultra-High Speed Cable Modem, with speeds up to 1Gbps and DOCSIS 3.1 is 10X faster than DOCSIS 3.0 devices. It's backward compatible with DOCSIS 3.0 and ready for future service plan upgrades for XFINITY from Comcast, Cox, and Spectrum. A Gigabit Ethernet port provides faster access and downloads.
Midco list CM1000 & CM1000 v2 BB sells NASversion, Called Netgear they said 3 versions of modem are avail. & order of release are CM1000, CM1000-NAS, CM1000V2 so called Netgear -they said call ISP, called ISP they said call Netgear, this work w/Midco?
I ordered the only CM1000 on BB website which doesn't really clarify if it's V2 or not. When I went to register it on Netgears website it came up as V2 which was great news. I'm pretty sure all the original ones have been sold out and the V2 are what you will get as long as ordering from a reputable company.
5 years, 11 months ago
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The CM1000 Ultra-High Speed Cable Modem, with speeds up to 1Gbps and DOCSIS 3.1 is 10X faster than DOCSIS 3.0 devices. It's backward compatible with DOCSIS 3.0 and ready for future service plan upgrades for XFINITY from Comcast, Cox, and Spectrum. A Gigabit Ethernet port provides faster access and downloads.
The CM1000 Ultra-High Speed Cable Modem, with speeds up to 1Gbps and DOCSIS 3.1 is 10X faster than DOCSIS 3.0 devices. It's backward compatible with DOCSIS 3.0 and ready for future service plan upgrades for XFINITY from Comcast, Cox, and Spectrum. A Gigabit Ethernet port provides faster access and downloads.
Build a high-performance machine with this ASUS ROG Crosshair VIII Hero motherboard. The AMD AM4 socket supports second-generation and third-generation Ryzen processors, two M.2 drives and USB 3.2 Gen2 for performance and connectivity. This ASUS ROG Crosshair VIII Hero motherboard offers five-way optimization and automated system-wide tuning for customized overclocking and cooling profiles.
How many fans am I able to attach including the AIO?
I have 7 including the AIO. I do use a 4 pin fan splitter for my top fans plus my AIO fans plug into the AIO breakout cable that was included with the AIO. You can always get a fan hub too.
6 years ago
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Build a high-performance machine with this ASUS ROG Crosshair VIII Hero motherboard. The AMD AM4 socket supports second-generation and third-generation Ryzen processors, two M.2 drives and USB 3.2 Gen2 for performance and connectivity. This ASUS ROG Crosshair VIII Hero motherboard offers five-way optimization and automated system-wide tuning for customized overclocking and cooling profiles.
Would you be able to overclock an AMD Ryzen 9 3900x
Yes. Easy to overclock multi core to 4.0/4.1 and even up to 4.3 with a single core clock of 4.7/4.8. I have a 3700X on this mobo but my other Asus mobo has the 3900X so I'm familiar both the Mobo and CPU.
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