RCWJ

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November 7, 2014
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June 18, 2018
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Microsoft - Surface Pro 3 - 12" - Intel Core i7 - 512GB - Silver

Microsoft Surface Pro 3 Tablet: The new Surface Pro 3 is in a category of its own. With a stunning 12" display in a sleek magnesium frame, Surface Pro 3 has all the power and performance of a laptop in an incredibly lightweight, versatile form. It may just be the ultimate device.

Great tablet and laptop

Customer Rating

5.0

Posted by: RCWJ

on February 17, 2015

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I bought this to use as a replacement for an aging laptop and absolutely love it, I have the docking station at my office where I can use it just like a desktop. Then I can take it home each night and use it like a laptop or tablet. It is powerful enough to easily run anything I throw at it. I've been using it for a few months now and remain pleased with the quality of the machine, the available accessories and the consistent operation.

I would recommend this to a friend!

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My Best Buy number: 0574946025

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Lowepro - Geneva 10 Camera Case - Black

Keep your digital camera protected against bumps and drops with this Genvea 10 camera case, featuring a polyester and nylon exterior.

Great small case

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5.0

Posted by: RCWJ

on January 26, 2015

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Bought this to protect a small point and shoot camera. The bag is very well made and has just the right amount of padding to protect the camera, but not be too bulky. Don't plan to store much more than a small camera in the case though. It'll hold extra memory cards and a battery, but not much else. The zippers and straps all seem to be good quality.

I would recommend this to a friend!

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NETGEAR - N900 Dual-Band Wireless-N USB Adapter - Black

Connect your computer to a wireless network with this NETGEAR N900 WNDA4100 USB adapter that complies with 802.11a/b/g/n wireless standards and features dual-band capability for enhanced connectivity with reduced interference.

Plug-N-Play Access

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5.0

Posted by: RCWJ

on January 26, 2015

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I bought this to replace another USB WiFi adapter that didn't stay connected very well. This one was a vast improvement from the moment I plugged it in. I now get consistent and fast connection. Very easy to set up and use.

I would recommend this to a friend!

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Rayovac - CR2032 Batteries (2-Pack)

With a lithium chemistry, these Rayovac KECR2032-2A CR2032 batteries deliver a steady supply of reliable power to a wide range of household electronic devices, including select watches and key fobs.

Good battery

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5.0

Posted by: RCWJ

on December 21, 2014

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I use these batteries for a variety of items and they always work exactly as the are needed and last a long time.

I would recommend this to a friend!

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Apple - 6.6' USB Type A-to-Lightning Charging Cable - White

Connect your compatible Apple® device to your computer's USB port with this Apple MD819ZM/A cable which features a Lightning connector to help charge and sync your iPad® mini, iPad with Retina, iPhone® 5, 5s or 5c and more.

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Works perfectly

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5.0

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on December 21, 2014

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This cord was a replacement for the original one and it worked perfectly.

I would recommend this to a friend!

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Microsoft - Wireless Display Adapter - Black

Wirelessly send what's displaying on your smartphone, tablet or laptop to your HDTV or monitor with this Microsoft CG4-00001 adapter, which features Miracast technology and complies with 2.4GHz and 5.0GHz 802.11n wireless standards.

Easy to use and works great

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5.0

Posted by: RCWJ

on November 7, 2014

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I set this up and had it working with my Surface Pro 3 and Surface 2 in just a few minutes. I used it to stream Netflix movies to my TV and was very satisfied with both the picture and sound quality. I actually got it for work, but haven't tried that yet; I figure if it can do video it can handle standard MS Office stuff. The idea of being able to plug this into any projector or monitor when I travel makes this much easier than keeping a cable or adapter with me.
I considered the Google version of this, but read that this one had better resolution.
I am very satisfied with my purchase.

I would recommend this to a friend!

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Sonos - Low-Profile Wall Mount for PLAYBAR Soundbars - Black

Easily display your PLAYBAR soundbar with this SONOS PBRWMWW1 wall mount that features a low-profile design for a sleek look and aluminum material for durability.

We bought a Sonos Playbar from Best Buy. We are putting on the wall under a TV. Do we need a low profile wall mount or does the playbar get mounted just fine with the holes it has on it? Need to know quickly if I need to go buy this mount. Thanks!

The sound bar does have two holes in it that can be used for simple mounting. However, this bracket will make it easier and more secure. The bracket will allow you to more easily center the sound bar under the TV and still be able to anchor it to wall studs.

6 years, 2 months ago

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Sonos - Play:5 Wireless Speaker - Black Matte

Experience powerful, finely tuned sound in your home with this black Sonos Play:5 wireless speaker. The three mid-woofers and three tweeters produce deep, crisp audio for complete immersion in a world of music, while the humidity-resistant design allows use near a bathroom or kitchen counter. This Sonos Play:5 wireless speaker has Wi-Fi connectivity, letting you stream your best tunes wirelessly.

can my cd player be connected to the Sonos 5

The play 5 allows you to plug in a CD player through an input on the back. It will need a cable that is readily available, but not included.

7 years, 10 months ago

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Sonos - Play:5 Wireless Speaker - Black Matte

Can you control the bass

Yes, the app allows you to tweak the sound.

7 years, 10 months ago

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Sonos - Play:5 Wireless Speaker - Black Matte

Can I ad play 2 play 5's with my sound bar and my play 3's

I've added play 2s and play 5s to my Sonos soundbar. The app makes it very easy and the sound is good.

7 years, 10 months ago

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Polk Audio - PSW108 10" Powered Subwoofer, 100W Peak Power, Explosive Performance for Movies & Music - Black

Add deep, low-frequency bass impact to your movies and music with Polk's PSW108. This subwoofer is powered by a high-current amplifier producing 50 watts RMS/100 watts clean, dynamic power for loud bass and a wide dynamic range necessary to recreate a life-like home theater experience. Features front-firing 10" composite polymer cone driver that adds depth to your audio tracks and provides more bass impact for your sound system. The cabinet is constructed from non-resonant MDF with internal bracing for superior bass clarity and accuracy. Features flexible inputs and controls like power-saver on/auto switch, independent volume control and a toggle phase switch on the back panel for a cohesive unit. Place the subwoofer on the same side of the room as your system's front speakers for the best performance

what kind of wire connection does the subwoofer have

The sub has an RCA connection to connect it with a signal directly from your receiver, if it has a subwoofer out connection. Otherwise, it has speaker-level connections that allow you to connect it directly from the speaker output terminals from your receiver and then hook the speakers to the sub.

8 years, 5 months ago

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Polk Audio - PSW108 10" Powered Subwoofer, 100W Peak Power, Explosive Performance for Movies & Music - Black

Is this magnetically shielded ? What should the ideal distance between active subwoofer and TV ?

I don't know if this is magnetically shielded, but unless you are using and older CRT TV, one of those with a glass tube, then you don't need any magnetic shielding. As for ideal distance, there really isn't one. The reason you can get away with one sub in a home set-up is that most rooms in a home aren't large enough for you to be able to hear where a low sound comes from. Higher notes can be located by our ears, which is why you need multiple smaller speakers to localize those sounds, but low notes cannot be in a small room, so you just need one sub. Ideal placement of that sub has more to do with your room shape, furniture layout and listening position. With a sub like this one, you can really get away with putting it just about anywhere in the room; even under a table or in a corner.

8 years, 5 months ago

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Microsoft - Surface Pro 3 - 12" - Intel Core i7 - 512GB - Silver

Cable Lock?

Can you secure the Surface with a cable lock similar to other laptops?

No, there is not a way to lock the tablet part. There is a place to use a lock on the docking station.

9 years, 2 months ago

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Microsoft - Surface Pro 3 - 12" - Intel Core i7 - 512GB - Silver

Powerful Enough

Is the i.7 - 512 GB a powerful enough to run Complex/large MS Project, Visio and Excel applications? I am often running workbooks simultaneously and need a flexible tool to replace a Lenovo Yoga that diedv on me. It looks great in terms of flexibility for travel, but does the small screen make it awkward when working on project plans, gnatt charts, spreadsheets, etc?

Thanks,
Robb

I have run large statistical analysis projects as well as complex charts and found no problem with the machine's horsepower. It does as well as any laptop that I have used. The screen is smaller and I find that I compensate by using the touch screen feature to zoom in and out and pan around to see what I need. I use the docking station in my office and have it hooked to two external monitors that make it work perfectly for my needs.

9 years, 2 months ago

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Dell - 23" Widescreen Flat-Panel IPS LED HD Monitor - Black

With an 8,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio and up to 250 cd/m² brightness, this Dell S2340M LED HD monitor displays crisp, brilliant visuals. The tilt function allows you to easily adjust the viewing angles to suit your preferences.

what cable is required to use this monitor with a MS Surface Pro 3 (and/or the docking station)?

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I use two pieces from my docking station: 1) a display port to DVI adaptor and then 2) a DVI cable. I also have a second monitor connected to the docking station by using a USB to DVI adaptor and another DVI cable. They both work perfectly side by side.
To connect to the SurfacePro3 directly, I think you would need a mini-display port adaptor to DVI or VGA and then the associated cable. (I believe Microsoft makes an adaptor that is available at BestBuy.) I have not tried this though.

9 years, 2 months ago

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Microsoft - Surface Pro 3 - 12" - Intel Core i7 - 512GB - Silver

Can I run dual monitors with docking station?

I want to use two external monitors. Can this be done using docking station?

I am able to by plugging one monitor into the display port adapter on the docking station and then using a USB adapter to run another one. I've heard that you can plug one into the mini display port adapter on the tablet while it is in the docking station, but I chose the USB adapter so I didn't have to adjust any plugs when I dock it.
Another alternative is to use a daisy chained monitor set-up, but this requires specially capable monitors that are much more expensive than the standard ones.

9 years, 3 months ago

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