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- First ReviewApril 21, 2014
- Last ReviewOctober 19, 2015
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NETGEAR - Nighthawk R7000 AC1900 WiFi Router - Black
Accelerate your WiFi 5 with NETGEAR Nighthawk! Enjoy fast WiFi speeds up to 1900 Mbps and a powerful dual core 1GHz processor for extreme performance. High-powered amplifiers, external antennas and Beamforming improve range and reliability for up to 100% more wireless coverage. Features like downstream and upstream QoS prioritize streaming and gaming, creating a blazing-fast, lag-free WiFi experience
Great Powerfull Open Source Router with features
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: oddie121
from Wisconsin
on October 19, 2015
Was moving from a Linksys E2000, which is a jump either way, I was mostly a Linksys person. I did like the dd-wrt firmware overall for using VPN, VLANs, etc. Knowing there was the additional community of http://myopenrouter.com/ that was in support of the netgear router set got my attention. Knowing i could go either way, stock firmware or opensource, was a major decision factor in purchasing this router.
I wanted additional features such as the USB ports, High Power wireless-N / G, faster processor, higher RAM and Gig. Even though this router had all that, I wasn't sure on the price tag. I don't regret spending the extra money on it.
I can't speak on behalf of the stock firmware. I did poke around in it before upgrading and it seemed feature rich but yet a bit unorganized. For an every day person, this firmware would get you by and allow you to use some of the extra features with ease.
I used the following dd-wrt build http://myopenrouter.com/download/dd-wrt-firmware-netgear-r7000-based-revision-27261 but there is a newer revision out there. The build "upgraded" with ease from the stock firmware. I did have one hiccup while doing my initial config where the router locked up and i had to reset but that I'm going to attribute to user error. Otherwise i'm using the NAS, OpenVPN, Wireless N - G and G guest, Firewall support, VLANs, etc. The NAS is great with 2 - 2 TB drives so far. The only complaint i have is with copying large amounts of data to the hard drives. it seems to time out at times when doing so. Not sure if a firmware issue or a drive write speed even though its 3.0.
Overall 3 months in a solid product that's running the way i want it to.
I wanted additional features such as the USB ports, High Power wireless-N / G, faster processor, higher RAM and Gig. Even though this router had all that, I wasn't sure on the price tag. I don't regret spending the extra money on it.
I can't speak on behalf of the stock firmware. I did poke around in it before upgrading and it seemed feature rich but yet a bit unorganized. For an every day person, this firmware would get you by and allow you to use some of the extra features with ease.
I used the following dd-wrt build http://myopenrouter.com/download/dd-wrt-firmware-netgear-r7000-based-revision-27261 but there is a newer revision out there. The build "upgraded" with ease from the stock firmware. I did have one hiccup while doing my initial config where the router locked up and i had to reset but that I'm going to attribute to user error. Otherwise i'm using the NAS, OpenVPN, Wireless N - G and G guest, Firewall support, VLANs, etc. The NAS is great with 2 - 2 TB drives so far. The only complaint i have is with copying large amounts of data to the hard drives. it seems to time out at times when doing so. Not sure if a firmware issue or a drive write speed even though its 3.0.
Overall 3 months in a solid product that's running the way i want it to.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 0768094051
My Best Buy number: 0768094051
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Insignia™ - 19" Class (18-1/2" Diag.) - LED - 720p - HDTV
Insignia™ NS-19E310NA15 LED HDTV: Featuring a slim 2" depth, this Insignia™ HDTV is ideal for a small bedroom or dorm room. The LED display provides clear images, while the 2000:1 dynamic contrast ratio delivers deep blacks and bright whites.
Good little kitchen TV
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: oddie121
from Wisconsin
on January 6, 2015
Good TV for the price. Has lots of inputs compared to even bigger TVs VGA, Component, HDMI, USB, Sound jack, etc. Sound is a bit weak even when put against the wall. It does have an audio out jack but we haven't tried to hook up some small speakers. The power supply could be done a bit differently as its a brick on the outlet. Small cheap arm mount works great on this TV. Can't complain for the price, size, thickness, etc.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 0768094051
My Best Buy number: 0768094051
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APC - Power Saving Back-UPS XS 1500 - Black
Peace of mind from the world's most trusted UPS.The Back-UPS battery backup offers guaranteed power and surge protection for wireless networks, computers, gaming consoles and other electronics in your home or business. Models supply battery backup during outages and unsafe voltage fluctuations, as well as provide protection from damaging surges and spikes. They're available in 'tower' or 'floor' styles, and together with a variety of standard features, they are the perfect choice to protect your data and keep you connected.
Good VA for the price
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: oddie121
from Wisconsin
on September 8, 2014
Features
4.0
What's great about it: Small unit, easy on the wallet
What's not so great: No mounting hardware if you wanted to mount the unit
For the sale price you couldn't beat it. It'd be nice if you could screw a mounting bracket to mount this unit on the wall with the other devices. We bought 4 of these units due to a larger UPS failure for mainly surge protection. Put this unit on a older Dell server with 6 drives and had about 20-30 minutes run time on one power supply with cable modem and router. . Have another unit on a 24 port network switch and phone switch running about 75 minutes. Another on a 3 year old dell server running about 30-40 minutes. The fourth on a brand new Dell server i have not hooked up yet. Cannot speak on reliability of these but have had other APC units in the past that have lasted a good few years. These have been running for 1-2 months. I haven't tested these for timing on a PC yet but with the wattage i'd assume a 30-50 minute runtime depending on the monitor(s) / PC config. Only concern i have on the unit, is the battery pack. They seem to be one big unit that you would have to order special. However, based on the price of the unit, it may be more economical to replace the entire unit at that time.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 768094051
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Rocketfish™ - Soundbar Mount - Black
Easily hang your existing soundbar beneath your wall-mounted flat-panel TV with this Rocketfish™ RF-SBM101 mount that accommodates most soundbars weighing up to 15 lbs. for sturdy support. Steel material provides a durable design.
Simple and Effective product
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: oddie121
from Wisconsin
on June 22, 2014
What's great about it: Simple to install, holds firm under tv mount, thicker product, price
What's not so great: Wasn't long enough one way but was able to make it work, couldn't get the mount 100% sug
Good product for the price. Other simple mounts were way over priced. Product is solid, comes with a verity of screws for mounting options. I wasn't too pleased it didn't come with longer screws however i had some with the TV mount that worked as well as additional bushings to help build it out. the wing nuts are simple to use but it was hard to get it snugged up to the bottom of the TV.
Overall for the product is good for the price and would recommend to other people.
Overall for the product is good for the price and would recommend to other people.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 768094051
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LG - 2.1-Channel Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer - Black
LG 2.1-Channel Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer: This easy-to-mount soundbar could be the finishing touch to your home theater, adding absorbing, room-rocking sound to TV shows, movies and music. With Bluetooth connectivity to wirelessly pair with your devices, this system is an all-in-one audio solution that will enhance your listening experiences.
Great Sound Bar for any TV
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: oddie121
from Wisconsin
on April 21, 2014
Sound Quality
4.0
What's great about it: Good price, good sound, wireless woofer with plenty of bass, and includes cables
What's not so great: Bar speakers hard to clean, wireless subwoofer seems to interfer with other wireless devices, bluetooth distance short
Overall this was the better sound bar we found between other sound bars comparable, price wise, at Best Buy. None of the other sound bars there sounded as clear as this one seems to on the "natural" setting. Bass was not lacking when you wanted it turned up and sound was clear no matter the direction you sat. We tested with an Ipod and it worked great if you were near the unit and not doing a death grip on the Ipod. When at home, it seemed if we wanted to have it on the couch and play it would cut out at times or if a dog or person walked in front of the coffee table it would cut out. It would not play if it was laid on the sub woofer for internet streaming. When its hooked up via optical to any TV it will turn on automatically. I believe this can be changed but we have not done so yet. I would recommend this to others.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 0768094051
My Best Buy number: 0768094051
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LG - 2.1-Channel Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer - Black
LG 2.1-Channel Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer: This easy-to-mount soundbar could be the finishing touch to your home theater, adding absorbing, room-rocking sound to TV shows, movies and music. With Bluetooth connectivity to wirelessly pair with your devices, this system is an all-in-one audio solution that will enhance your listening experiences.
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I have a 70 inch Sharp mounted on the wall with the wiring inside the wall. No wires showing. How would I connect the sound bar ?
It depends on your setup. If you got a mount to mount this below your TV you would connect the optical out from the TV to the sound bar below the TV. All your wires would be hidden behind the TV. Otherwise, if you are currently using your optical out on the TV you would need to get a switcher or use the "line in" and use the white and red audio out from the TV to connect to the sound bar. Again all the wires would be behind the TV if mounted directly below.
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