ConsultantBrian
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- First ReviewJuly 27, 2018
- Last ReviewNovember 16, 2019
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Insignia™ - Cat-5/5e RJ-45 In-Line Coupler - Black
Optimize your networking capabilities with this Insignia™ NS-PNWIC50 RJ-45 in-line coupler that extends the length of 2 Ethernet 10/100Base-T Cat-5 or Cat-5e cables and features a straight-through wiring configuration to suit your needs.
Easy As One Click
Customer Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
When you're looking to expand your network, and you need an additional 10 or 15 feet, the Insignia Line Coupler does the job. Easy as one click. This allows you to extend an ethernet cable with that extra distance. No cutting. No measuring. No tools. A+++
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Length of ownership: 22
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WD - Blue 500GB Internal SSD SATA
Handle storage demands with this Western Digital SATA solid-state drive. Its 560MB/s read speed and 530MB/s write speed are suitable for intensive applications, and its 2.5-inch form factor fits most desktops and laptops. The solid-state drive has no moving parts, making the drive resistant to shock to protect your data. Includes the WD SSD Dashboard to keep track of the drive's status.
Solid, Reliable Piece of Hardware
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5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
When thinking of the next generation of hard drives, the WD Blue Solid State Drive should be a serious consideration. With its quiet running performance and easy installation, this hard drive delivers. A++ all around.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Length of ownership: 2
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ASUS - VG245H 24” FHD 1ms FreeSync Console Gaming Monitor (Dual HDMI, VGA) - Black
See more of the action with this Full HD ASUS gaming monitor. Dual HDMI ports let you connect a computer and another device without switching cords, and the quick 1 ms video response time lets you play action games in real time without lag. This ASUS gaming monitor comes with a stand for use on any flat surface.
One of the Best Monitors Made
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5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
I purchase many monitors for clients, but this one is at the top of my list. Excellent in every way desirable, ASUS pulls out all the stops. Even with an adjusting head, clear picture, and overall easy setup, I cannot say enough good things about it. Just buy it. You won't be disappointed :)
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Length of ownership: 30
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Epson - WorkForce WF-100 Mobile Wireless Printer - Black
The lightweight, wireless mobile printer for professionals on the go. Easily print documents and photos from Apple® iPad® and iPhone®, tablets, smartphones and laptops with this Epson WorkForce WF-100 printer.
Portable Printer for the Modern Age
Customer Rating
5.0
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
You can't get any smaller than this: Epson's WorkForce brings value and portability to the world of computers. I can't say enough about this little gem. Great for someone on the go, someone who has an office in the car. Works great. A++
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Length of ownership: 29
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This 14' Insignia NS-PNW5614 Cat-6 cable makes it easy to connect your compatible PC, Mac, DSL/cable modem or other peripheral to a 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet network. The gold-plated contacts help ensure optimal signal transfer.
Love These Cables
Customer Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Quality
5.0
Value
4.0
Look, if you are in the market for upgrading your ethernet cables, these are the ones. Well-made and thick material. The ends have good clips on them, and it should be able to install in minutes. Worth a try. A++
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Length of ownership: 32
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HP - LaserJet Pro MFP M281fdw Color Wireless All-In-One Laser Printer - White
Deliver documents quickly with this HP LaserJet Pro printer. It has a print resolution of up to 600 dpi to deliver high-quality text and graphics, and it's Wi-Fi-capable, so you can print wirelessly from your computer or mobile device. This LaserJet Pro printer has a 250-sheet input tray for larger print jobs.
Exceptional Laser Printer
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: ConsultantBrian
from Marquette, MI
on May 24, 2019
This printer is the best for your money. The printouts are in high-quality. Refill toner cartridges will last more than 1,200 copies. I can't say enough about how exceptional this printer really is. A++ all around.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Logitech - M510 Wireless Optical Ambidextrous Mouse - Red
Navigate your desktop or laptop computer effortlessly with this Logitech wireless mouse. A scrolling wheel provides smooth operation, and the integrated side buttons let you page forward and back without your keyboard. Showcasing a sleek contoured design and rubberized grips, this Logitech wireless mouse fits comfortably in the palm of your hand.
Logitech Knocks It Out
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: ConsultantBrian
from Marquette, MI
on April 26, 2019
Listen, Logitech is a world leader in making wireless equipment. I recommend this Logitech mouse to anyone who has a computer system, whether Apple or Microsoft. It works. Buy one. You will not be disappointed. A++
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Keep up with your incoming calls and messages with this AT&T CRL32102 expandable cordless phone that features talking caller ID and a digital answering system. DECT 6.0 technology ensures optimal coverage and call clarity.
Great Phone
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: ConsultantBrian
from Marquette, MI
on April 26, 2019
AT&T - CRL32102 DECT 6.0 Expandable Cordless Phone with Answering System and Caller ID/Call Waiting - Silver is a solid, easy-to-setup phone system. I would recommend this AT&T product to anyone still using a standard landline. A++ overall.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Toshiba - L200 Laptop PC 1TB Internal SATA Hard Drive for Laptops with Advanced Format Technology
Expand data storage capacities with this Toshiba L200 laptop PC internal hard drive. The 1TB capacity lets your laptop store more pictures, songs and videos, while the low-power profile helps improve battery life. A 128MB cache and advanced cache technology enhance the performance of this Toshiba L200 laptop PC internal hard drive.
Nice and Quiet Hard Drive
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: ConsultantBrian
from Marquette, MI
on April 20, 2019
Toshiba's hard drive is quiet. You'll enjoy quick access from this 1 TB device. I trust Toshiba to make good, reliable hard drives. This one does just that. A++
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Get consistent image results from your laser printer with this Brother high-yield black toner cartridge. It lets you produce up to 3,000 pages of crisp black-and-white documents, providing ample supply for bulk printing tasks. This Brother high-yield black toner cartridge is compatible with select compact, wireless all-in-one color laser printer models.
Beautiful Images
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: ConsultantBrian
from Marquette, MI
on April 20, 2019
With this reasonably-priced, high-yield toner, you can print out great quality printouts. Brother gives you an ample number of copies from this cartridge. I highly recommend it to anyone! A++
I would recommend this to a friend!
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NETGEAR - AC1750 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 5 Router - Black
The NETGEAR AC1750 Smart WiFi 5 Router with external antennas delivers extremely fast WiFi. With AC1750 WiFi, Gigabit Ethernet speeds, and high-powered external antennas, this router offers ultimate performance in wireless coverage for large homes with 12 or more wireless devices. It gets 3x faster access than similar 802.11n.
Do I need a separate modem with this?
Dear BJ;
You do need connect it to a cable modem. If you want to have Internet, you need a cable modem. If you don't want Internet, then it could be used to share data, share printers, etc. Since it's a wireless modem, the cable modem is necessary.
Hope that helps.
Consultant Brian
You do need connect it to a cable modem. If you want to have Internet, you need a cable modem. If you don't want Internet, then it could be used to share data, share printers, etc. Since it's a wireless modem, the cable modem is necessary.
Hope that helps.
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Lenovo - IdeaCentre A340-22IGM 21.5" Touch-Screen All-In-One - Intel Pentium Silver - 8GB Memory - 1TB Hard Drive
Work seamlessly with this Lenovo IdeaCentre desktop computer. The 1TB HDD offers ample storage for your documents and media files, while the 8GB of RAM lets you run several programs simultaneously for smooth multitasking. This Lenovo IdeaCentre computer has a 21.5-inch Full HD touchscreen display that delivers crisp visuals and offers 10-point multi-touch operations for easy interfacing.
Hi, is there a process or directions on how to transfer all my programs and files (word doc, pics, excel docs) to my new computer? I currently have an eMachine that I bought from best buy a few years ago but just purchased this one
Dear Transfer;
You need to take the HD out of the old eMachine. You can connect that old HD through a transfer cable system, allowing you to see what's on the old HD. BestBuy might have a kit available. Your other choice is to take it to a local computer shop and let them transfer those files to an external HD. Then you can copy and paste what you want from it (plus you will have a second back up).
Hope that helps.
Consultant Brian
You need to take the HD out of the old eMachine. You can connect that old HD through a transfer cable system, allowing you to see what's on the old HD. BestBuy might have a kit available. Your other choice is to take it to a local computer shop and let them transfer those files to an external HD. Then you can copy and paste what you want from it (plus you will have a second back up).
Hope that helps.
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Dell - S2319NX 23" IPS LED FHD Monitor (HDMI, VGA) - Black/Silver
Optimize your viewing experience on this 23-inch Dell LCD monitor. Its Full HD IPS screen lets you see content from almost any angle. Easily connect a laptop or a PC to the VGA and HDMI ports on this Dell LCD monitor.
Does the monitor have speakers? If not how are you supposed to hear
Dear Ginny;
Nope, this model does not have built-in speakers. Your only choice is to purchase some Logitech speakers, plug them into the green plug of your tower/laptop, and listen to music and movies that way. If you are looking for a monitor with built-in speakers, you can look under specifications on any Best Buy item online for some clarification. Best Buy does sell that kind of monitor system.
Hope that helps.
Consultant Brian
Nope, this model does not have built-in speakers. Your only choice is to purchase some Logitech speakers, plug them into the green plug of your tower/laptop, and listen to music and movies that way. If you are looking for a monitor with built-in speakers, you can look under specifications on any Best Buy item online for some clarification. Best Buy does sell that kind of monitor system.
Hope that helps.
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Dell - S2319NX 23" IPS LED FHD Monitor (HDMI, VGA) - Black/Silver
Optimize your viewing experience on this 23-inch Dell LCD monitor. Its Full HD IPS screen lets you see content from almost any angle. Easily connect a laptop or a PC to the VGA and HDMI ports on this Dell LCD monitor.
Can I attach these to monitor stand mounts?
Dear SRG;
Sorry, there is no metal brace behind this monitor. In the past, some monitors have a metal plate for attachment. Not this one, however. Other than this fact, it still is a great monitor, solid colors, and easy to set up.
Best of luck,
Consultant Brian
Sorry, there is no metal brace behind this monitor. In the past, some monitors have a metal plate for attachment. Not this one, however. Other than this fact, it still is a great monitor, solid colors, and easy to set up.
Best of luck,
Consultant Brian
4 years, 7 months ago
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Insignia™ - Cat-5/5e RJ-45 In-Line Coupler - Black
Optimize your networking capabilities with this Insignia™ NS-PNWIC50 RJ-45 in-line coupler that extends the length of 2 Ethernet 10/100Base-T Cat-5 or Cat-5e cables and features a straight-through wiring configuration to suit your needs.
can cat 5 cable be run outside
Dear Vince;
If you run an ethernet cable outside, put it in a plastic tube to protect it. That would be best. Throwing it in dirt and letting the elements eat away at it is not suggested. But burying it in a plastic tube and sealing it should be fine.
Best of luck,
Consultant Brian
If you run an ethernet cable outside, put it in a plastic tube to protect it. That would be best. Throwing it in dirt and letting the elements eat away at it is not suggested. But burying it in a plastic tube and sealing it should be fine.
Best of luck,
Consultant Brian
4 years, 7 months ago
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Insignia™ - Cat-5/5e RJ-45 In-Line Coupler - Black
Optimize your networking capabilities with this Insignia™ NS-PNWIC50 RJ-45 in-line coupler that extends the length of 2 Ethernet 10/100Base-T Cat-5 or Cat-5e cables and features a straight-through wiring configuration to suit your needs.
I have cat 7 cable and this coupler is cat 5. Does it really matter or will this create any noticeable problems?
Dear MPTNLA;
I don't see any issues at all. Most users would not know the difference between a slight decrease in speed. The product has worked on sorts of connections in my own use, so go for it. Go to www.speedtest.net to test your wire before and after the installation for proof.
Best of luck,
Consultant Brian
I don't see any issues at all. Most users would not know the difference between a slight decrease in speed. The product has worked on sorts of connections in my own use, so go for it. Go to www.speedtest.net to test your wire before and after the installation for proof.
Best of luck,
Consultant Brian
4 years, 7 months ago
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NETGEAR - AC1750 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 5 Router - Black
The NETGEAR AC1750 Smart WiFi 5 Router with external antennas delivers extremely fast WiFi. With AC1750 WiFi, Gigabit Ethernet speeds, and high-powered external antennas, this router offers ultimate performance in wireless coverage for large homes with 12 or more wireless devices. It gets 3x faster access than similar 802.11n.
Does this work with Spectrum in Mn
Dear Bill;
This product should work with Spectrum in Minnesota. There are no issues here in Michigan with Netgear wireless devices. Go ahead and purchase it. The worst-case scenario is you get 10 days to return it with Best Buy's return policy. It's a good, solid model. No major issues in setting up. You should do just fine.
Best of luck,
Consultant Brian
This product should work with Spectrum in Minnesota. There are no issues here in Michigan with Netgear wireless devices. Go ahead and purchase it. The worst-case scenario is you get 10 days to return it with Best Buy's return policy. It's a good, solid model. No major issues in setting up. You should do just fine.
Best of luck,
Consultant Brian
4 years, 7 months ago
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Lenovo - IdeaCentre A340-22IGM 21.5" Touch-Screen All-In-One - Intel Pentium Silver - 8GB Memory - 1TB Hard Drive
Work seamlessly with this Lenovo IdeaCentre desktop computer. The 1TB HDD offers ample storage for your documents and media files, while the 8GB of RAM lets you run several programs simultaneously for smooth multitasking. This Lenovo IdeaCentre computer has a 21.5-inch Full HD touchscreen display that delivers crisp visuals and offers 10-point multi-touch operations for easy interfacing.
What is intel premium silver
Dear Williams;
Pentium Silver is a family of 64-bit x86 low-power microprocessors introduced by Intel in late 2017, succeeding the Pentium family in the low-power market segment. I will say there is no loss of power with this Lenovo Laptop. I have sold several of them, and they seem to run strong.
Hope that helps.
Consultant Brian
Pentium Silver is a family of 64-bit x86 low-power microprocessors introduced by Intel in late 2017, succeeding the Pentium family in the low-power market segment. I will say there is no loss of power with this Lenovo Laptop. I have sold several of them, and they seem to run strong.
Hope that helps.
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4 years, 7 months ago
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Quicken Deluxe 2019
Quicken Deluxe helps you stay on top of bills and spending and save for the future. See your bank, credit card, investment and retirement accounts in one place, or view and pay your bills. With rich analysis, including ROI and IRR, you can manage your investment performance.
Does Quicken only work on line now? Preference is to keep my data on my computer only.
Dell - S2319NX 23" IPS LED FHD Monitor (HDMI, VGA) - Black/Silver
Optimize your viewing experience on this 23-inch Dell LCD monitor. Its Full HD IPS screen lets you see content from almost any angle. Easily connect a laptop or a PC to the VGA and HDMI ports on this Dell LCD monitor.