WildcatDad
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- First ReviewNovember 9, 2013
- Last ReviewJune 22, 2018
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Insignia™ - 19" Class (18.5" Diag.) - LED - 720p - HDTV
Watch your favorite shows with this 19-inch Insignia LED TV. It has a resolution of 720p for HDTV viewing, and its two 2.5W speakers provide high-quality sound to enhance your viewing experience. Connect your camera or smartphone to this Insignia LED TV through its USB port to view photos on the screen.
Basic but perfect for needs
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: WildcatDad
from Eagan, MN
on December 24, 2016
This little TV was purchased to serve as an internal monitor in a quick service restaurant. It was priced $30 less than the closest LED monitor which did not have HDMI. This little Insignia had the HDMI connection needed for the Raspberry Pi and has the VESA mount holes. Perfect. I would expect to be buying many of these over the next few months. And BTW the picture is actually quite good. Cannot comment on the sound.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 0027200261
My Best Buy number: 0027200261
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PNY - CS1311 120GB Internal SATA III Solid State Drive
Upgrade your PC or Mac computer with this PNY 2.5-inch SATA III SSD. With its high-speed performance, this 120GB solid state drive delivers fast boot-up times and enhanced responsiveness to your device. Built-in flash memory helps to conserve power, making this PNY 2.5-inch SATA III SSD a smart addition to your laptop for extended battery life.
Works as expected
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: WildcatDad
from Eagan, MN
on December 5, 2016
PNY is one of the top three SSD makers that I use. I grabbed this on price and use in a small test-bed-server. Works well.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 0027200261
My Best Buy number: 0027200261
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This combo pack contains 1 black ink cartridge and 1 tricolor ink cartridge, so you can easily replace both cartridges in select HP printers at the same time. The ink produces clear, crisp results for high-quality prints. HP Verified Online Supplies Reseller ›
As expected
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: WildcatDad
from Eagan, MN
on November 26, 2016
Ink. It works or it doesn't-- I have never been burned from BB inventory,
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 0027200261
My Best Buy number: 0027200261
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SanDisk - Ultra Fit 64GB USB 3.0 Flash Drive - Black/Silver
Featuring an ultrasmall, low-profile design, this SanDisk Ultra Fit SDCZ43-064G-A46 flash drive enables simple portability of your files. The 64GB storage capacity provides ample space to hold your movies, music, photos and more.
Form factor is key
Customer Rating
5.0
Use this as the active file system to move between a couple of different netbooks and a desktop. Not even a hiccup so far. The form factor is small and the curve is such to prevent catching on a sleeve when left in the netbook. So far so good.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 0027200261
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Microsoft Office 365 Home (5-PCs or Macs + 5-iPads or Select Windows Tablets) (1 Year Subscription)
In our daily professional and personal lives, we have innumerable reasons to use the amazing tools provided by Microsoft Office software. From writing documents to e-mailing colleagues, from creating compelling presentations to sharing notes and memos and from crunching numbers to organizing your calendar, the applications you know and love help you complete tasks and make your life a little bit simpler. Office 365 Home takes all of the convenience and advantage of the Office suite and adds the innovation of the Internet to your experience. Not only are you receiving the latest versions of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote Publisher and Access with this software, but you are also receiving the freedom of Cloud services and 1TB of online storage with OneDrive that lets you bring the benefits of the Office suite with you wherever you go.With all of the latest e-mail, scheduling and task tools, plus much more, at your fingertips, Office 365 lets you dive headfirst into the world of productivity. New features make it easy to allow friends and family to scroll through your Word documents in real time, help you incorporate PDFs, pictures, videos and online media into your documents with drag-and-drop functionality, aid you in creating compelling presentations with widescreen themes, simplify the process of navigating numbers with Quick Analysis and Chart Animation tools and more. Automatic upgrades ensure that you always have the latest features and services, while Office Mobile lets you take the productivity on the go with a compatible cell phone. Additionally, you can access your files, applications and settings nearly anywhere with an Internet connection with the incredible freedom awarded by Cloud services — plus 1TB of online storage with OneDrive simplifies saving your documents. To make online sharing even easier, this software includes 60 minutes of Skype calls each month to more than 40 countries across the world, so you can conduct business and communicate with loved ones, no matter how far apart you are. So get started — you have the latest and greatest in this line of software to help you achieve new heights in productivity.
Just Capitulate
Customer Rating
5.0
If you have five devices that need Office-- like kids computers-- this is the way to go. Don't fight it.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 0027200261
My Best Buy number: 0027200261
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This Insignia™ NS-CA103 adapter lets you enjoy music stored on your compatible MP3 player, cell phone or other device with a 3.5mm headphone jack through a cassette player. Stereo separation helps ensure crystal-clear sound.
excellent in a pinch
Customer Rating
4.0
Bought this as a passenger in a vehicle with only a cassette player. I viewed the need as a near emergency situation prior to a last minute long long drive. No possible way I am spending hours in a car listening to yak-radio or Perry Como tapes. It worked as expected with my phone and was a little brighter in sound than I anticipated.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 0027200261
My Best Buy number: 0027200261
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PNY - CS1311 480GB Internal SATA III Solid State Drive
Handle more data than ever before with this PNY 480GB solid-state hard drive. Fast operation is assured thanks to the SATA III connection that delivers at data up to 6 Gbps, and a lack of moving parts means reliability is exceptional. Reduce energy use and enjoy quieter operation with this PNY 480GB solid-state hard drive.
No drama upgrade
Customer Rating
5.0
While I buy many different brand SSD drives I have not yet been disappointed by a PNY drive. This was installed in a client laptop and as expected the client thinks that computer is 10 times faster. Used a clone tool to copy an old 5400 rpm drive to this and it booted and then rebooted as expected and then provides solid performance and appearance of increased speed of laptop. Such an easy way to make a client happy
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 0027200261
My Best Buy number: 0027200261
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SanDisk - SSD Plus 240GB Internal Serial ATA Solid State Drive
Expand your PC or laptop's storage capacity with this SanDisk SSD Plus SDSSDA-240G-G25 solid state drive, which offers 240GB of space and sequential read speeds up to 520MB/sec. The shock-resistant design ensures lasting use.
Reliable
Customer Rating
5.0
This is probably my 20th purchase of a SanDisk SSD Plus device. To date none of these have failed. This particular one was installed in a client laptop, As is the case generally, an SSD like this gives the appearance of a faster computer and helps users find new appreciation for their older laptop. Obviously the CPU performance does not improve but boot time is greatly reduced and applications open much faster. Laptop battery life is also (usually) improved. I have used the SSD Plus for the three major operating systems (Windows, Mac and Linux). While I have used other brands and had only one failure I have opted to purchase (on sale) only the SanDisk brand to keep in my inventory for an emergency SSD drive.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 0027200261
My Best Buy number: 0027200261
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Bluetooth Optical Mouse
Insignia™ Bluetooth Optical Mouse: Enjoy easy mouse control that won't take up a USB port with this Bluetooth-enabled mouse, which features an ambidextrous design for comfortable use. The optical technology provides accuracy for everyday use.
Better than expected
Customer Rating
5.0
I was in a rush to add a BT mouse to a new prep'd client laptop. I pulled the trigger on this one because it was the least expensive. I was surprised at how consistently it was recognized and connected from both devices off to on. Never mis-fired on the connection. I went back and grabbed another as an on-the-shelf-spare in case mine dies.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 0027200261
My Best Buy number: 0027200261
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Step up to high-speed USB 3.0 and transfer your videos, photos and files up to ten times faster than standard USB 2.0 drives. SanDisk Ultra® USB 3.0 Flash Drive takes the wait out of moving, sharing or backing up big files—now you can transfer a full-length movie from your laptop to your flash drive in less than a minute. Password protection lets you keep your private files private, while still being able to share generously with family and friends. And, with a sleek, sturdy SanDisk Ultra USB 3.0 Flash Drive in your pocket, you won’t need an internet connection to access those photos and videos any place or any time you want. For more than 25 years, SanDisk has been known for quality and reliability all around the world.
Nice design
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: WildcatDad
from Eagan, MN
on January 22, 2016
Everyone knows these things are all operating in the 7 to 10 range. This is no exception; it works as expected. The slide and lock works. The software works but I did buy it as the on-sale device.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 0027200261
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Bring together your analog and digital music collection with this 2-channel Sony receiver. Its phono input lets you hook up a record player directly, and its Bluetooth capability allows convenient wireless streaming from compatible devices. This Sony receiver has a built-in power amplifier for clear, distortion-free sound, and the rigid chassis minimizes vibration.
Will this play music from Pandora or Spotify using my iPhone 6?
Yes. You will be able to link your phone (iPhone or Android) to the Sony using Bluetooth or a mini-pin cable via the headphone jack. The direct connection usually sounds better than Bluetooth-- but the Bluetooth connection on this Sony is the most easy-to-pair I have ever used.
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Google - Chromecast - Black
Enjoy a world of entertainment with Google Chromecast. Just connect to your HDTV's HDMI interface and your home Wi-Fi network to get started. You can stream your favorite apps from your compatible phone, tablet or laptop, plus use your phone as a remote to search, play and pause content.
Insignia™ - 19" Class (18.5" Diag.) - LED - 720p - HDTV
Watch your favorite shows with this 19-inch Insignia LED TV. It has a resolution of 720p for HDTV viewing, and its two 2.5W speakers provide high-quality sound to enhance your viewing experience. Connect your camera or smartphone to this Insignia LED TV through its USB port to view photos on the screen.
Insignia™ - 19" Class (18.5" Diag.) - LED - 720p - HDTV
Watch your favorite shows with this 19-inch Insignia LED TV. It has a resolution of 720p for HDTV viewing, and its two 2.5W speakers provide high-quality sound to enhance your viewing experience. Connect your camera or smartphone to this Insignia LED TV through its USB port to view photos on the screen.
SanDisk - Ultra Fit 64GB USB 3.0 Flash Drive - Black/Silver
Featuring an ultrasmall, low-profile design, this SanDisk Ultra Fit SDCZ43-064G-A46 flash drive enables simple portability of your files. The 64GB storage capacity provides ample space to hold your movies, music, photos and more.
Linksys - AC1200 Dual-Band WiFi 5 Router - Black
Linksys AC1200 Dual-Band WiFi 5 Router: This router offers wireless speeds of up to 867Mbps so it can handle demanding tasks like video streaming and online gaming. The USB 3.0 port lets you connect a USB storage device and share files across your network.
What all is included in box?
What all do I need to set up this router, besides an internet connection? Do I use Ethernet wires to connect to the different components or HDMI cords? How many components can I hook into this model? This model is wired, is this good or bad? And what situations is wired best used? And lastly how many mbps will I need to run streaming movies on a 60" plasma tv, 2 computers, a bluray dvd, a speaker bar, and a Roku3.
Not really enough information to answer adequately. If you have cable Internet or fiber then you have enough Internet bandwidth. But if you have DSL from the phone company you will be slow regardless of what wired/wireless device you buy. To be sure I have found the Linksys/Cisco devices to be poor in any case. The AC function really only matters if your devices are AC. Most devices are N (of some nature) and even older devices are G. To make things more complicated older devices are 2.5 Ghs while new smart phones and tables are 5.0. While those will all work fine on an AC router you will NOT realize any of the numbers and throughput listed on the box. Please remember that all devices that can be connected to the Internet as wired (Ethernet cables) should be. Wired connections are always faster and more reliable and less prone to slowdown based on the number of wireless devices in the room. My rule of thumb is that all printers and desktop computers (laptops if possible) and TVs/streaming boxes are wire connected. Only smartphones and tablets should be using your wifi
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Linksys - AC1200 Dual-Band WiFi 5 Router - Black
Linksys AC1200 Dual-Band WiFi 5 Router: This router offers wireless speeds of up to 867Mbps so it can handle demanding tasks like video streaming and online gaming. The USB 3.0 port lets you connect a USB storage device and share files across your network.
I need an auto detect modem/router combo with exterior antennas that will work with centurylink. Will this one do that?
A phone tech suggested I get this so we could have service extended from our house to a guest house. At the moment wifi doesn't even go into our master bedroom and the tech said due to interference with TV on outside bedroom wall.
This is a difficult question with not enough information. If you currently have a phone-company modem-router-wireless device then the signal is pretty weak and most of the default devices are cr*p. You may be able to simply connect this/any wireless device directly to the phone company modem (turn off the phone company wireless) and the new wireless router may reach farther. I cannot speak to that model. That said some wireless routers allow for larger/longer antenna(s) to be attached and length-does-matter. (Microcenter sells large antenna for like $10) Another alternative is to set up the new wireless router as a repeater which simple extends the original wifi signal from the phone company modem-router-wireless. Compatibility for repeaters is unlikely. It is a challenge just get two like devices from the same maker to work and in most cases that is above the pay grade (difficulty) for a regular user. Some of the $250 plus devices from Netgear (Nighthawk line) and ASUS have beam-forming with multiple antenna. Normally I am loathe to endorse such bleeding-edge tech but I will admit the Nighthawk routers have great reach and I have installed about two dozen for various clients. I bet this does not help you at all.
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Linksys - N300 Wi-Fi Router - Black
Get the Wi-Fi range and speed you need to work and play online. This Linksys router provides advanced wireless security, guest access options, and parental control with Linksys Connect. Plus, you can install the router in 3 easy steps.
Do I have to have internet to use this wireless router?
No but with Internet access you would not really need any router. Just specify static IP addresses for your devices using a plain old $10 switch.
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Linksys - N300 Wi-Fi Router - Black
Get the Wi-Fi range and speed you need to work and play online. This Linksys router provides advanced wireless security, guest access options, and parental control with Linksys Connect. Plus, you can install the router in 3 easy steps.
I have backed up a defective linksys router with the backup configuration it had. Will it import correctly into a new linksys router?
I think if the router model, version AND firmware are the same then the answer is probably yes. However if the router model numbers and/or the firmware is different then it is hard to tell. Even routers of the same model number (especially consumer Linksys and Netgear) are not always the same firmware or registers. A potentially good indicator is looking at the WW-DRT database (https://www.dd-wrt.com/site/support/router-database) and you may see different versions of your router model and you will notice than in some cases a different version of WW-DRT is used-- in fact some versions of the same model CANNOT run WW-DRT.
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Logitech - M185 Wireless Optical Mouse - Gray
Precisely navigate your computer's menus and functions using this Logitech M185 910-004426 wireless mouse that features optical technology for reliable accuracy. The ambidextrous design enables comfortable use with either hand.
would a logitech wireless keyboard work with the m185 nano usb transmitter?
No.
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