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With faster read/write speeds of up to 7,250/6,300 MB/s*, larger storage capacity of up to 4TB with TurboWrite 2.0 and 73% ** greater power efficiency compared with the 990 EVO, the 990 EVO Plus makes large editing, file transfer or gaming tasks go smoother and faster. It~s the perfect productivity boost helping you tackle a busy day full of work (or play).
 
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Use as a backup
on November 18, 2025
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I clone the system disk of one of my computers to this drive to use as a backup. I can do this relatively easily and quickly, and repeat the process every two months. This provides a quick means of recovery in the event of a catastrophic crash of the system. I got this drive on sale at a good price.
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With faster read/write speeds of up to 7,250/6,300 MB/s*, larger storage capacity of up to 4TB with TurboWrite 2.0 and 73% ** greater power efficiency compared with the 990 EVO, the 990 EVO Plus makes large editing, file transfer or gaming tasks go smoother and faster. It~s the perfect productivity boost helping you tackle a busy day full of work (or play).
 
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Use for backup
on November 18, 2025
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I use this to keep a current clone of the system disk of one of my computers. I can do this relatively quickly and easily and thereby keep a good backup of my system drive. I got this drive on sale at a good price.
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Designed for tech enthusiasts, hardcore gamers and heavy-workload professionals who want blazing fast speed. Sequential read/write speeds up to 7,450/6,900 MB/s
 
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Makes a good backup
on November 18, 2025
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I use this to make a clone of the system disk of one of my computers, to serve as a backup. I can do this relatively quickly. I repeat the process every two months. This provides a relatively quick way to recover in the event of a major system crash.
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Get ready to game even faster with the WD_BLACK SN7100 NVMe SSD, featuring up to 7,250MB/s read and 6,900MB/s write speeds (1-2TB models), providing up to a 35% performance boost over the previous generation SSD. Engineered with laptops and gaming handhelds in mind, obliterate load times and conquer your heftiest gaming sessions with improved power efficiency at maximum speed. Store more games and still have room for future updates and DLC, with capacities up to 2TB. Upgrade now and ensure you~re ready for the rigors of AI applications and next generation gaming.
 
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I use this for backup
on November 18, 2025
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I use this to backup the system drive of one of my computers. I do this by cloning the system drive to this disk. It permits a full backup to be done relatively quickly.
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Boost your gaming rig with this WD WD_Black internal NVMe SSD. The 2TB capacity offers plenty of space to expand your title collection, while support for WD_Black dashboard allows you to monitor the device's health. This WD WD_Black internal NVMe SSD boasts reads speeds of up to 5150MB/sec. for fast app loads.
 
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Backup my system drive
on November 18, 2025
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I use this to backup the system drive of one of my computers. I do this by cloning my system drive to this drive every 2 months. I got this drive on sale.
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PNY CS900 is the ideal solution for a mainstream solid state drive (SSD) upgrade from a hard disk drive (HDD). The CS900 delivers all the most sought after features at an excellent value, and is designed for an easy and cost-effective HDD replacement in the PC system to help realize faster boot times, quicker application launches and better overall system performance. With no moving parts, PNY CS900 is highly durable, less likely to fail, and supports up to 3 years of warranty.
 
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Good for backups
on November 18, 2025
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I got this drive at a great price on sale. I put into an external housing with a fast USB interface. With it I get speeds of typically 400 MB/s, which are close to the maximum of 500 MB/s for this drive connected directly to the SATA inside a pc. I use it to do backups of the drives inside my tower. It is an economical means of performing this function.
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Get faster boot-ups from this PNY CS900 internal SSD. The 500GB provides ample storage space, while the read/write speeds of up to 550/500MB/sec. ensure rapid load times and data storage. This PNY CS900 internal SSD features a SATA III interface for simple connection to the motherboard, and the 2.5-inch form factor fits most desktop computers.
 
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Speedy backup drive
on November 18, 2025
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I purchased a couple of these drives and put them into external housings with fast usb interfaces. I use them to backup my system drive twice a month, alternating between them. I get speeds of typically 400 MB/s with this external housing, which is close to the maximum of 500MB/s obtainable when connected to the internal SATA of my computer. I got these drives at a good price on sale.
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Store and access photos and files on the go with One Touch HDD with password activated hardware encryption. Quick plug-and-play USB 3.0 connectivity with Windows, Mac, Chromebook lets you consolidate files with a single click or schedule automatic daily, weekly, or monthly backups. Plus~organize your photos with a Mylio Photos complementary subscription.
 
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Economical storage
on November 18, 2025
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This external hard disk drive provides a great deal of storage for an economical price. I use it to perform backups of my tower pc. It has a speed of about 130 MB/s, which is fine for doing my unattended backups.
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Expansion portable drive is an easy-to-use solution for instantly adding storage to Windows or Mac~and taking those files on the go. Take advantage of fast data transfer speeds with USB 3.0 and consolidate files into a single location. Free up space on your computer with a simple drag and drop~file saving is that easy. Plus, Seagate Expansion comes with Rescue Data Recovery Services for additional peace of mind.
 
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Good option when on sale
on November 16, 2025
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This is a good option for external storage when on sale.
I picked up a couple of them at a good price. The housing is plastic. The speed is typically 130 MB/s. I use them for backups.
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Defy Boring with Pebble Mouse 2 M350s wireless mouse made with recycled plastic. Its minimalist round shape and compact mouse design make it as iconic as you and super portable. Hop across 3 devices with the Easy-Switch button on the Bluetooth mouse. With Logi Options+ app, you can assign shortcuts to the mouse~s middle button for your favorite apps, like WhatsApp or Spotify. Work, browse, and chat with Silent Touch Technology that removes 90% of click noise. Pebble Mouse 2 M350s Bluetooth mouse comes with a 24-month battery and auto-sleep power-saving mode, to keep you going for longer, worry-free.
 
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Nice thin mouse for travel
on November 16, 2025
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This is an excellent mouse for travel, as its thinness allow it to be put into a sleeve or bag with little bulging. It is well constructed and has all the controls needed for day-to-day operations. It connects easily to my desktops and my laptops. It also looks very professional.
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The ultimate Smart Learning notebook, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3i pairs up to 11th Generation Intel Core i3 processors with tailored work and learn from home solutions that address eye strain, posture problems and at-home distractions, while deploying intelligent thermals for a cool and whisper-quiet system. The new privacy shutter on the camera also lets you reserve complete control over your privacy in the home and beyond.
 
Overall5 out of 55 out of 5
Great for Automotive Technicians
By torquewrench
Let me start by saying that I am far from a computer expert but I know enough to get me by. I can't speak to technical operating specs but I know when the computer works properly for my applications.
As a professional automotive technician, I needed a reasonably priced, good laptop to run vehicle manufacturer specific diagnostic programs for vehicle diagnostics and programming with hardware such as a j2534 passthru.
This Lenovo laptop has Windows 11 in S mode which needs to be switched out of to allow program downloads. The screen is a nice size and very crisp as well as being touchscreen, the mouse pad is very responsive and easy to use and the battery life appears good although I rarely use it off the charger for more than a couple hours at a time.
This computer does everything that I have needed it to do and has done it well. I purchased for less than $300 and consider it a great value for what it is. 5 stars from me, no complaints.
Great Review!
November 25, 2023
A very good review!
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The key to superior entertainment, the Tab P12 allows you to substitute deadlines and obligations for some much-deserved downtime. Delve into the vibrant visuals of 3K streaming with ambient color, game like a boss on 8GB RAM with fast-paced, uninterrupted Wi-Fi 6 connection, or finish that page-turner in immersive reader mode featuring intrinsic background music.
 
Overall5 out of 55 out of 5
Multi-Task Effortlessly
By RachelR
I love my tablet! I have the Lenovo Tab P12 with Tab pen plus. I use my tablet in multiple ways such as watching movies, using office, taking notes and this tablet is not a slouch. I read some of the reviews and the tablet that is on sale on the Lenovo website is the 8gb and 128 model and it is not this model that we are reviewing so I wanted to correct some of the reviewers. The model that we are reviewing is 8gb and 256 model. The tablet has split screen which allows me to multitask effortlessly. I choose the right tablet to meet my needs and the selling point for me was the 12.7 inch display which is awesome so I love my tablet and I would recommend this tablet to anyone that is looking for a great tablet to multitask on effortlessly.
Thanks for the clarification!!
December 4, 2023
Glad that you made this important clarification. Thank you!
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The ultimate Smart Learning notebook, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3i pairs up to 11th Generation Intel Core i3 processors with tailored work and learn from home solutions that address eye strain, posture problems and at-home distractions, while deploying intelligent thermals for a cool and whisper-quiet system. The new privacy shutter on the camera also lets you reserve complete control over your privacy in the home and beyond.
 
Overall5 out of 55 out of 5
Nice little computer.
By Twiz1
Nice little laptop for the price. Very light decent screen and runs fine. I don't live the lower version of Windows 11, but that's on me for not noticing it. I will probably pay to upgrade to pro at some point. It didn't have a backlit keyboard but the buttons have enough contrast that i can still see them in low light. Again for the money you can't expect every bell and whistle.
Removing S mode
December 19, 2023
It is easy to remove S mode and regain the full power of Windows 11 Home. In addition, it will cost you only about 5 minutes of your time, and nothing else!
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The ultimate Smart Learning notebook, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3i pairs up to 11th Generation Intel Core i3 processors with tailored work and learn from home solutions that address eye strain, posture problems and at-home distractions, while deploying intelligent thermals for a cool and whisper-quiet system. The new privacy shutter on the camera also lets you reserve complete control over your privacy in the home and beyond.
 
Overall4 out of 54 out of 5
Fantastic for what I got it worth.
By Clyde
I really love the laptop. Its great and does exactly what I needed it for for the most part. I'm only disappointed because it doesnt have enough USB slots, which I needed at least 3 of so I could use my drawing tablet on it. I got a USB port extender for it and that doesnt help out much because the port's power isn't good enough I think. I only wish it had more USB slots, then it would be perfect for me. It is very fast, though, and that makes me very happy, and I can play minecraft again, which also makes me happy.
Helpful photos!
December 24, 2023
Thanks for the great photos! They are very helpful.
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The ultimate Smart Learning notebook, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3i pairs up to 11th Generation Intel Core i3 processors with tailored work and learn from home solutions that address eye strain, posture problems and at-home distractions, while deploying intelligent thermals for a cool and whisper-quiet system. The new privacy shutter on the camera also lets you reserve complete control over your privacy in the home and beyond.
 
Overall1 out of 51 out of 5
Problem
By StephanieP
For 3 days my computer kept turning off. I felt it was maybe charging issue. Today when it turned off it smells like smoke. It will not turn back on.
Serious problem
December 24, 2023
What you describe is very serious. You need to take it back to Best Buy right away.
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Your guide for everyday wellbeing, Theragun Sense features relaxing massage therapy scientifically proven to relieve aches and pains, ease soreness, reduce stress and help you sleep better. Take the guesswork out of your treatments with an LCD screen that acts as your personal guide, displaying easy to follow step-by-step massage and breathwork routines directly on the device. Choose from 5 preloaded routines, or personalize them to fit your needs by swapping and saving your favorite routines from the Therabody app. Plus, build daily stress-relieving habits with an immersive breathwork experience in the Therabody app featuring 3 visually-guided breathwork routines, relaxing TheraMind sound therapy and haptic vibration cues directly on the device. Whisper-quiet, lightweight and equipped with our patented triangle grip so you can easily reach anywhere on your body, Theragun Sense makes it easy to create an effective, personalized wellness routine. With Bluetooth connectivity, you can control your device directly from the Therabody app ~ adjust settings, monitor pressure levels and access a library of guided routines. Plus, Coach by Therabody, which is included for free in the Therabody app, uses your goals, daily activity and performance data to create personalized, science-backed recovery plans that adapt to your needs throughout the day and help you stay consistent with recovery.
 
Overall5 out of 55 out of 5
More Powerful & Offers Better Ergonomics.
By Andrea1969
This Theragun Pro is more powerful and offers better ergonomics. The noise level is significantly higher. If you ultimately care for force and noise is not a concern, I suggest you make yourself a massage gun with a jigsaw - it will have all the amplitude and stall force you can handle and then some… Of course, get yourself and others around you some earplugs. But the Theragun seems to offer the perfect balance.
The 3 things that drew me to it were:
1) the 60lb stall force vs the 30lb stall of my generic unit (the 16mm vs 10mm massage depth was also a consideration)
2) the Theragun's proprietary triangular shaped handle
3) the 2 swappable batteries, that allowed for longer sessions (and allow for charging one battery, while the other is in use)
After using this TheraGun Prime Quiet Deep Tissue Therapy Massage several times already, here are my key points:
- that triangular shaped handle (and the ability to change the angle of the arm) are THE biggest improvements, to me, ESPECIALLY for using the unit on myself.
The triangular grip, and the adjustable angle of the 'arm', make it much easier to find a comfortable, secure grip to use this on myself (especially on my shoulders and back, but even on my arms, thighs, pecs, calf muscles etc.), compared to the 'T' shape of my generic unit (and every other unit on the market).
- the 60lb stall force (and 16mm depth vs 10mm) allows me to get an even deeper massage, especially on my back. I use it while sitting in a chair/recliner and lean back into it, so the (padded) back of the recliner allows me to brace the unit to push harder and apply more pressure (and as expected, the generic unit with its 30lbs of force will stall out, where this Pro unit with its 60 lbs of force keeps going).
***IMPORTANT NOTE TO FOLKS WONDERING***
- the Bluetooth connectability and app that can be downloaded are interesting, and allow you to load 2 more settings on the unit, and a constant speed mode (that can manually be adjusted faster or slower), and a varying speed mode (that slowly varies back and forth from the slowest to fastest speed).
You need to download the app to load/program the other 2 available mode settings, otherwise, selecting those does nothing (the modes show up on the display as 'T', 'I', 'II', and 'III'. Modes 'II' and 'III' aren't pre-programmed).
Interesting to play with the app, and the various modes/sessions on the app not only have countdown timers for each bodypart/muscle group, but the app even shows you where to apply the Theragun, and gives you a recommended range of how much force/pressure to apply (and the unit itself has a sensor that indicates how hard you're pressing/how much force you're applying). Interesting and it may be of value to some.
- some folks complain that the unit is loud. It's not a consideration to me. My primary concern is how well a massager works as a massager. As far as how loud, I can still have a conversation while using the massager, without having to yell, or constantly say, "WHAT?!! I didn't catch that". I wouldn't use it next to someone who's asleep, but having used various massagers over the decades, I don't really find this one exceptionally loud. There may be units that are quieter than this one, but as mentioned my priority for a massager, is how well it works as a massager.
Is this Theragun Pro worth 3x to 4x the cost of cheaper options? That's going to be an individual choice. For me, the triangular handle and adjustable 'arm' angle allowing me to find a secure, comfortable grip to effectively use it on myself, coupled with the higher stall force alone, make it worth it.
Wrong place for this review
January 26, 2024
This review is for a different model than the Theragun Sense, where it is presently placed.
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The CORSAIR MP600 PRO LPX PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe 1.4 M.2 SSD provides high-performance storage expansion optimized for PS5, boosting your console~s storage by up to 4TB. PCIe Gen4 technology achieves lightning-fast sequential read speeds of up to 7,100MB/sec and sequential write speeds of up to 6,800MB/sec, so large game files load faster than ever. The M.2 2280 form-factor and pre-installed low-profile aluminum heat spreader enable the MP600 PRO LPX to fit directly into your PlayStation 5, while meeting all PS5 M.2 size requirements. Backed by a comprehensive five-year warranty, the MP600 PRO LPX delivers expanded storage and sustained high performance to your PS5 right out of the box.
 
Overall5 out of 55 out of 5
Incredibly pleased
By BenC
This drive is shockingly fast. Its for the system drive in my PC and I wanted a cooling block to increase lifespan. I upgraded from an Intel nvme v3 to this just because I wanted to increase space.
My drive was already amazingly fast because I upgraded from an SSD. That shocking speed increase was hard for me to believe. Well upgrading to THIS drive feels that much faster than my old nvme.
I intend to buy another so I can clone periodically just because I'm not sure how long nvme drives will last. Cloning only took 9 minutes for 1tb!
Top tip: download the free utility Clonezilla instead of paying for a commercial software. It makes a bootable USB and it's free.
Clone for backup a great idea
August 6, 2024
I have been keeping a couple of clones of my system drive and cycling for some time. It makes recovering from a crash far easier!
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Fuel your creativity. Experience the power and performance of an Intel processor that~s designed to meet your creation needs. Render, edit, and stream better than ever before. Your creative sidekick.
 
Overall3 out of 53 out of 5
M.2 SSD
By jim0708
It says 2 slots for M.2 SSD. Bought a spare one when bought this desktop. But when i am about to install it, i cant find the other slot the other M.2 SSD
There are two M.2 slots
November 2, 2024
One of your photos does show two M.2 slots. One is occupied by the SSD, and the other is occupied by the wifi card for your computer. I agree that the language used in the description is somewhat misleading - but I have seen this in the descriptions of a lot of other systems. You can still use one of the SATA ports in your computer to install a conventional SSD for additional storage.
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Protect your PC and other electronic devices from power abnormalities with this CyberPower UPS. It features 12 standard outlets and two USB charging ports to provide full-time surge protection for a variety of equipment. This CyberPower UPS has an output of 950 VA/510 W so it can handle powerful devices for up to two minutes at full load.
 
Overall1 out of 51 out of 5
Backup waveform is hit or miss with electronics
By StevenC
Electronics generally require a sinusoid. When in backup mode, this puts out severe square waves which may or may not work with your electronics as shown in the attached images. This sort of waveform works well with inductive loads (i.e. refrigerator compressor, air conditioning condenser, etc.) BUT NOT WITH SENSITIVE ELECTRONICS.
In this instance, it worked with my desktop, but not the monitor.
Excellent point!
March 24, 2025
You make an excellent point. I especially appreciated your distinction between power for a desktop, as opposed to a monitor. I will shift my monitor plug to the surge protected half of this device. In the event of a power outage, I can force a shutdown of my desktop without having to see a monitor.
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Turn everyday tasks into something special with Vivobook 14, your essential tool for getting things done easier, anywhere. It~s completely user-friendly too, with its 180~ lay-flat hinge and physical webcam shield. Make all your days more enjoyable with Vivobook 14!
 
Overall5 out of 55 out of 5
Great office/school laptop, easy to upgrade
By MichaelY
Great laptop for office use, especially with some upgrades. On sale I picked it up for $220. The SSD and RAM slots are immediately accessible after removing the bottom cover, and for $300 total (not including tax) I had a 16GB/1TB setup. An 8GB stick of DDR4 RAM costs about $25, and a 1TB SSD about $55. My pictures show a 2TB SSD- I also did a 512MB with no problems.
The 14 inch frame is the perfect portable size for me- just large enough to be useful, but not getting unwieldy like 15 or 17 inch laptops. Three pound weight is nice, less than that and you're paying a huge premium for "ultrabook" weight laptops. The keyboard is centered (I hate offset keyboards on laptops) with no physical ten-key.
I can confirm that this particular model (i3-1315u, 8GB/128GB) comes with one SODIMM slot open from the factory, so all you have to do is drop in an 8GB stick to upgrade to 16GB total RAM. The factory RAM on board is DDR4-3200, so get a stick of that rating or higher to match.
The NVME slot is PCI-E gen 3, so pretty much anything on the market will work- gen 5 is just starting to sell, gen 4 is the bulk of the market, and gen 3 if you can find it might be a bit cheaper. I had no issues with a 512GB, 1TB, or 2TB SSD replacements. Macrium Reflect Home (free) is your friend for SSD cloning. The factory installed Windoze 11 Home uses 50GB, so you only have a little over 67GB free after initial setup and updates (that were available in Aug 2025).
Benchmarks: The i3-1315u benches on PassMark around 11500, so it's more than enough to be plenty speedy for office and school work. It's not going to do heavy lifting for 3D rendering or AI training, but at this price point that's not what you're looking for. For gaming, it's not going to play AAA titles, but the integrated graphics can actually run e-sports level titles decently well. Before adding memory (and therefore running single channel), it scored 8032 on 3DMark for the Night Raid DX12 test. The i3-1315u has 64 execution units, and an i3-1115G4 with 48EUs that I just set up but running dual channel memory scored 8464 on the same benchmark, so I expect the 1315u to be able to score above 10000. Either way, more than enough to run a few rounds of Rocket League or Minecraft when you feel like it.
Get this for yourself for a cheap capable office laptop, or for the student that you don't want wasting their time playing Doom Dark Ages or Cyberpunk. My gamer son would be frustrated with this laptop, so that makes it perfect!
Excellent review!
October 14, 2025
Your review was excellent and extremely helpful! Thank you!
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When did this card first come out?

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Intel Arc 3 graphics boost your workflows. Enhance your creation and gaming with industry~first AV1 hardware encode and AI~enhanced XeSS upscaling. Take your gaming experience to the next level with Xe Super Sampling (XeSS), Intel~s AI~enhanced upscaling technology, for more performance and fluid gaming on popular titles. Support for DirectX12 Ultimate takes your gaming to a new level of realism with the latest graphics technologies including ray tracing, variable rate shading, mesh shading, and sampler feedback - the fundamentals for next~gen gaming. Enhance your creation, gaming and streaming experiences with Intel Deep Link Technology features by pairing Intel Core processors with Intel Arc graphics.
 

What is the power draw of this card?

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Intelligent performance and trusted tech for your most demanding tasks. The HP OmniDesk Desktop AI PC combines trusted technology with intelligent performance in a sophisticated design that complements any space. Equipped with the latest ports, powerful Intel Core processor with built-in AI technology, plenty of storage, and reliable Wi-Fi technology for fast and stable connections, it effortlessly handles critical daily tasks and powers up your everyday work and play.
 

Can I purchase a matching 16 GB stick of ram from HP that will pair properly with the 16 GB stick it comes with? If so, where do I make the purchase?

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Intelligent performance and trusted tech for your most demanding tasks. The HP OmniDesk Desktop AI PC combines trusted technology with intelligent performance in a sophisticated design that complements any space. Equipped with the latest ports, powerful Intel Core processor with built-in AI technology, plenty of storage, and reliable Wi-Fi technology for fast and stable connections, it effortlessly handles critical daily tasks and powers up your everyday work and play.
 

Is this processor an unlocked (K) variant?

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Intelligent performance and trusted tech for your most demanding tasks. This desktop combines trusted technology with intelligent performance in a sophisticated design that complements any space. Equipped with the latest ports, powerful Intel Core processor with built-in AI technology, plenty of storage, and reliable Wi-Fi technology for fast and stable connections, it effortlessly handles critical daily tasks and powers up your everyday work and play.
 

Is the 16GB of supplied RAM in one stick, or in two 8GB sticks?

3 weeks, 2 days ago
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Easily and quickly record up to 100GB of data with this LG BP50NB40 8x external USB 2.0 Blu-ray Disc rewriter that features 6x maximum BD-R and 2x BD-RE write speeds to help you rapidly complete your tasks.
 

Does the supplied software work with windows 11 home?

3 weeks, 2 days ago
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prof2000
 
WD Blue internal hard drives deliver solid reliability for office and web applications and are perfect for extra storage for desktop PCs and in-office applications.
 

Does this 4tb drive use cmr or smr?

4 weeks ago
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prof2000
 
Boost productivity with a high-performance desktop in a stylish, space-saving design. Featuring built-in AI, powered by Intel Core Ultra desktop processors (Series 2).
 

Does the power supply have a standard (and available) SATA power cable, that can be used to power an internal SSD or hard drive?

1 month ago
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Boost productivity with a high-performance desktop in a stylish, space-saving design. Featuring built-in AI, powered by Intel Core Ultra desktop processors (Series 2).
 

How many internal SATA ports are there on the motherboard?

1 month ago
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Boost productivity with a high-performance desktop in a stylish, space-saving design. Featuring built-in AI, powered by Intel Core Ultra desktop processors (Series 2).
 

Does the power supply have the necessary cable connector, and sufficient power to support a RTX 3060 video graphics card?

1 month ago
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Take all your essentials anywhere you go with the versatile Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5i Chromebook Plus laptop powered by the 13th Generation Intel Core processor which distributes performance where you need it most ~ saving you time and increasing your ability to do the things you want. With a 2x faster Intel Core processor and up to double the memory and storage, edit Google Docs, photos, and videos, while watching your favorite shows in full HD on a 1080p display. Plus, more power means faster gameplay. With a first-of-its-kind design, experience the power of a processor designed for real-world multitasking. This unique 2-in-1 convertible Chromebook Plus laptop is packed with privacy protection features that give you a peace of mind and get you started faster. The 14" screen, stylus pen support and a larger touchpad let you do more, watch more and play more at home or outside.
 

Need manual for I strctions

Here is the link to the pdf of the manual:
https://files.bbystatic.com/Ka2Lesl1kwBvOe3%2FQZ2acg%3D%3D/User%2BGuide
2 years, 5 months ago
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prof2000
 
Take all your essentials anywhere you go with the versatile Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5i Chromebook Plus laptop powered by the 13th Generation Intel Core processor which distributes performance where you need it most ~ saving you time and increasing your ability to do the things you want. With a 2x faster Intel Core processor and up to double the memory and storage, edit Google Docs, photos, and videos, while watching your favorite shows in full HD on a 1080p display. Plus, more power means faster gameplay. With a first-of-its-kind design, experience the power of a processor designed for real-world multitasking. This unique 2-in-1 convertible Chromebook Plus laptop is packed with privacy protection features that give you a peace of mind and get you started faster. The 14" screen, stylus pen support and a larger touchpad let you do more, watch more and play more at home or outside.
 

I bought this but one problem. There is no user manual or web site to show how to use? Lots of questions to,where all the functions are. How do I get a users manual about operation? Thank you!

At the very bottom of the Features sidebar on the Best Buy product web page there is a link to the user manual for this chromebook. There is also a link to the manufacturer's spec sheet.
2 years, 6 months ago
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prof2000
 
The ultimate Smart Learning notebook, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3i pairs up to 11th Generation Intel Core i3 processors with tailored work and learn from home solutions that address eye strain, posture problems and at-home distractions, while deploying intelligent thermals for a cool and whisper-quiet system. The new privacy shutter on the camera also lets you reserve complete control over your privacy in the home and beyond.
 

What Ports&Slots does it come with - couldn't easily find the information. Does it have a USB-A? how many? HMDI? USB-C? Headphone? MicroSD card slot?

It has 1 x USB-A 2.0, 1 x USB-A 3.2, and 1 x USB-C 3.2.
It has 1 x HDMI 1.4 . It has a headset jack. It has a full
size SD card slot.
2 years, 6 months ago
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prof2000
 
The ultimate Smart Learning notebook, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3i pairs up to 11th Generation Intel Core i3 processors with tailored work and learn from home solutions that address eye strain, posture problems and at-home distractions, while deploying intelligent thermals for a cool and whisper-quiet system. The new privacy shutter on the camera also lets you reserve complete control over your privacy in the home and beyond.
 

Does it have extra ssd slot for upgrade?

There is only one ssd slot for storage. To upgrade you have to remove the ssd installed, and put in the new one. You should also look into cloning options and backup options before proceeding with the upgrade.
2 years, 6 months ago
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prof2000
 
The key to superior entertainment, the Tab P12 allows you to substitute deadlines and obligations for some much-deserved downtime. Delve into the vibrant visuals of 3K streaming with ambient color, game like a boss on 8GB RAM with fast-paced, uninterrupted Wi-Fi 6 connection, or finish that page-turner in immersive reader mode featuring intrinsic background music.
 

What is the maximum size/type SD Card compatible with the Lenova P12?

The official spec sheet says 1TB is the maximum capacity it can handle. It uses a micro SDXC memory card.
2 years, 6 months ago
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prof2000
 
The ultimate Smart Learning notebook, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3i pairs up to 11th Generation Intel Core i3 processors with tailored work and learn from home solutions that address eye strain, posture problems and at-home distractions, while deploying intelligent thermals for a cool and whisper-quiet system. The new privacy shutter on the camera also lets you reserve complete control over your privacy in the home and beyond.
 

Are the specs correct when it says 14.5 width, and height is 0.78, but the screen is 15.6" trying to get a bag for my daughter and need to know If it will fit.

The screen is 15.6" on a diagonal. Most bags advertised for
"15.6inch" laptops will fit such laptops. Find one that she
will like.
2 years, 6 months ago
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prof2000
 
The ultimate Smart Learning notebook, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3i pairs up to 11th Generation Intel Core i3 processors with tailored work and learn from home solutions that address eye strain, posture problems and at-home distractions, while deploying intelligent thermals for a cool and whisper-quiet system. The new privacy shutter on the camera also lets you reserve complete control over your privacy in the home and beyond.
 

Can this laptop handle a lightweight photoshop? 16 y/o niece has been enjoying graphics class at school. For her first laptop, would this handle a lightweight photoshop?

I would suggest considering the program Lightroom.
This laptop meets the minimum hardware requirements for this program. This laptop does not meet the minimum hardware requirements for the more demanding program Photoshop. For that you would need a laptop with a Core i5 processor.
2 years, 6 months ago
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prof2000
 
The ultimate Smart Learning notebook, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3i pairs up to 11th Generation Intel Core i3 processors with tailored work and learn from home solutions that address eye strain, posture problems and at-home distractions, while deploying intelligent thermals for a cool and whisper-quiet system. The new privacy shutter on the camera also lets you reserve complete control over your privacy in the home and beyond.
 

Does it have any manufacturer warranty?

This laptop comes with a Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts and Labor, 1 year limited.
2 years, 6 months ago
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prof2000
 
The ultimate Smart Learning notebook, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3i pairs up to 11th Generation Intel Core i3 processors with tailored work and learn from home solutions that address eye strain, posture problems and at-home distractions, while deploying intelligent thermals for a cool and whisper-quiet system. The new privacy shutter on the camera also lets you reserve complete control over your privacy in the home and beyond.
 

Convertible? Can this be used like an ipad also?

This laptop has a touchscreen, but it is not a 2 in 1 machine. So it can not be folded 360 deg to act like a tablet.
2 years, 6 months ago
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prof2000
 
The ultimate Smart Learning notebook, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3i pairs up to 11th Generation Intel Core i3 processors with tailored work and learn from home solutions that address eye strain, posture problems and at-home distractions, while deploying intelligent thermals for a cool and whisper-quiet system. The new privacy shutter on the camera also lets you reserve complete control over your privacy in the home and beyond.
 

Will this be able to handle Lightroom or Photoshop editing???

This laptop meets the minimum hardware requirements to handle the program Lightroom. I am afraid the demands of the program Photoshop will be too much for it. For that you would need a computer with at least a Core i5 processor, and 16GB of RAM.
2 years, 6 months ago
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prof2000