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 Samsung - T55 Series 27&quot; LED 1000R Curved FHD FreeSync Monitor with Speakers (DisplayPort, HDMI, VGA) - Black
Samsung - T55 Series 27" LED 1000R Curved FHD FreeSync Monitor with Speakers (DisplayPort, HDMI, VGA) - Black
27" Curved Monitor with optimal curvature 1000R
 
Curved monitor, a success story
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This was my first foray into curved monitors. I buy for several hundred employees and offered these up to a 60 yo female employee. She loves them, I got her two. Said it reduces how much she has to turn her head.
Other employees saw hers and asked for the same. Looks like curved is in.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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 SanDisk - Ultra 512GB Internal SSD SATA
SanDisk - Ultra 512GB Internal SSD SATA
Enhance your computing experience with this SanDisk Ultra 3D solid-state drive. Its nCache 2.0 technology provides enhanced data transfer speeds, and it’s more robust and power-efficient because of its advanced 3D NAND technology. This solid-state drive has a sequential read speed of 560MB/s for faster loading of large applications. You’ll notice that applications load faster and files move quicker—plus you’ll get longer battery life and much cooler, quieter computing.
 
Solid state reliability
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It's a SATA SOLID STATE drive, what more needs to be said?! I love that there are no moving parts, and it replaced my old micro form factor pc hard drive in seconds.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Back up documents and favorite music with this SanDisk SDDDC4-128G-A46 Ultra dual-drive luxe flash drive. The USB Type-A and USB Type-C connectors allow seamless transfer of data from computers and smartphones, while the 128GB storage capacity offers ample space for videos and photos. This SanDisk Ultra dual-drive luxe flash drive boasts 150MB/sec. read speeds that enhance the transfer of files.
 
Large and in charge
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Huge storage, with both USB-A, AND USB-C!! That makes it far more useful than most.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Length of ownership: 30
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Upgrade your computer capability when you install this Logitech wireless keyboard and mouse. The full keyboard includes 12 programmable function keys and six hot keys for faster access to the Internet and other features. This Logitech wireless keyboard and mouse combo adds sophistication to your system while providing a compact design to save space.
 
Great value
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An excellent deal. This keyboard and mouse combo is an exceptional value. They both feature long lasting batteries. I bought multiple sets to be used in my radio studios and have had no issues. I not only would buy again, I did!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Logitech M310 Wireless Mouse is an easy-to-use, full-size mouse that feels just right. Feel comfortable for hours on end - in your right or left hand - thanks to its contoured, ambidextrous design with soft rubber side grips. M310 comes with a plug-and-forget nano USB receiver that is small enough to stay in your USB port so you won't lose it no matter where you take your laptop. Navigating on your PC or Macbook is simple, with smooth, responsive tracking and Logitech Advanced 2.4 GHz wireless connectivity. For hassle-free use and extreme reliability and durability, choose M310 wireless mouse.
 
Easy to use, doesn't squeak...
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Unlike real mice, this one doesn't squeak, or leak, it just works. No complaints. Driver loads with no issues in Windows 10.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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 Insignia™ - USB Type-C-to-VGA Adapter - White
Insignia™ - USB Type-C-to-VGA Adapter - White
Quickly connect your Apple® MacBook® or Chromebook to a TV, monitor or projector with this Insignia™ NS-PU369CV-WH 4" USB Type-C-to-VGA adapter, which features a USB Type-C connector and supports up to a 1080p video resolution.
 
Saves space....
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I have bought many of these for several reasons.
I use them in my server racks. Many servers no longer come with VGA outputs so I need these. They also have a short pigtail which allows me to make the VGA connection about 6" away from the back of the server freeing up space and allowing for free air movement.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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 Samsung - StormWash 24&quot; Top Control Built-In Dishwasher with AutoRelease Dry, 3rd Rack, 48 dBA - Black Stainless Steel
Samsung - StormWash 24" Top Control Built-In Dishwasher with AutoRelease Dry, 3rd Rack, 48 dBA - Black Stainless Steel
Heavy-duty StormWash is beautifully designed with a flat handle and has powerful rotating spray jets that clean at every angle for tough-to-reach spots. Take advantage of silent washes for a quieter kitchen at 48dBA sound level. The AutoRelease door automatically opens to circulate air and improve drying performance, while the third rack provides additional loading capacity.
 
Could be better....
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Had to replace our Sears Kenmore Elite. Love the look of this ,the black stainless is beautiful, but easily is scratched. As a dishwasher it does a decent job, but pay attention to how the manual says to load plates and bowls. They won't come clean if not loaded the proper direction, etc.
When trying to figure out why the Sears Kenmore was better at cleaning and easier to use I found that the water jets in the Kenmore were better. They pressurized the water making each water stream a powerful jet, unfortunately this Samsung doesn't do that.
Overall, a decent but not great dishwasher.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Length of ownership: 28
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 JOBY - Action Series Suction Cup and GorillaPod Arm
JOBY - Action Series Suction Cup and GorillaPod Arm
Capture footage from a variety of perspectives using this Joby Action Series JB01329 suction cup and GorillaPod Arm, which let you mount and reposition your compatible action video camera. A quick-twist lock helps ensure secure attachment.
 
Small, with a grip!
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Needed some way to attach a USB camera to a wall, or so I thought. In the end, I used this to attach the camera to the corner of the big screen TV in the conference room, allowing a full room view for video participants. Worked great and stuck VERY well, yet easy to remove with no marks left behind.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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 Honeywell - 450 Sq. Ft. Portable Air Conditioner - White
Honeywell - 450 Sq. Ft. Portable Air Conditioner - White
Cool up to 450 square feet of space with this 10,000 BTU Honeywell portable air conditioner. This appliance utilizes environmentally friendly refrigerant for your peace of mind. Featuring three different functions, a built-in dehumidifier and LED controls, this Honeywell portable air conditioner handles your cooling needs with ease.
 
Small, yet powerful.
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Always wanted one, finally found an excuse to buy. User note: you must have a window to vent the heat duct. As long as you use that, this is a perfect unit. Plenty of cooling power for a rather good size room. I used it after the Cedar Rapids Derecho destroyed the AC in one of my equipment penthouses downtown CR. This kept a 2500 sf room with elevator motors and electronics cool enough for the elevators and electronics to keep working.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Secure up to 14 cards, your cash and a key in this black Nomatic slim wallet. A pull-tab feature offers on-the-go access to four of your most-used cards. This sleek Nomatic slim wallet maintains a trim profile for easy transportation and provides long-lasting durability.
 
My fav money clip/wallet!
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They thought of everything. I've used a 2 sided metal version of this for years. The problem with what I had used was the cards would slip out 1 side. NOMATIC fixed that, both sides are gripped, no slipping out. And when you need access you just pull on the leather NOMATIC tab and easy access to your cards on both sides of the wallet. LOVE IT!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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This triple display docking station turns your Mac or Windows laptop into a full workstation with a DisplayPort output, two HDMI outputs, and a VGA output, with resolution support up to 4K (3840 x 2160) on two displays and 1080p on the other one. You can also use your laptop screen for four displays in total, making it easy to access multiple applications at once. With 100W Power Delivery, three USB 3.0 ports, and a USB-C port, this docking station is perfect for your MacBook, Dell XPS, or other USB-C laptop requiring additional ports. This USB 3.0 docking station is also equipped with a RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet port, memory card reader/writer, and combo audio jack for maximum productivity. The elevated design assists with heat dissipation and, with its double-sided cable storage compartment, ensures an easy connection regardless of your USB-C port’s location. All 13 ports are combined into one slim docking station, so you’ll have all the connections you need to stay productive!
 

Will this work with a Dell Latitude 7420 2-in-1 laptop?

This will work with ANY laptop from any manufacturer, including Macs, as long as the laptop has a USB C port. USB C is how the docking station connects to the laptop.
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The Culligan® WH-HD200-C Heavy-Duty Sediment Filter allows you to preserve and protect your household plumbing and water-using appliances. Designed for installations where a 1-inch water main is present at the point of entry, this filter housing features stainless steel reinforced inlet/outlet and cap for added durability. A filter life indicator is built into the filter head which alerts you when you need to change your filter cartridge . The large filter size provides 4 times the capacity where high sediment concentration is an issue. Because water quality varies among locations, the WH-HD200-C is sold without a filter cartridge. The unit comes with a 2-year limited warranty. The WH-HD200-C housing uses filter cartridges CW5-BBS, CW25-BBS, CP5-BBS, P25-BBS, R50-BBSA, and RFC-BBSA. Filter cartridge sold seperately.
 

My water main was replaced two years ago and is now a 3/4" line. 1. Does Best Buy do the install? 2. Can my water main be adapted to fit my system?

Best Buy does not install. You'll need to hire a plumber, though installation is easy, and should take less than an hour.

Your plumber can easily adapt your water line to fit the 1" inlet on this Culligan system.
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The Culligan® WH-HD200-C Heavy-Duty Sediment Filter allows you to preserve and protect your household plumbing and water-using appliances. Designed for installations where a 1-inch water main is present at the point of entry, this filter housing features stainless steel reinforced inlet/outlet and cap for added durability. A filter life indicator is built into the filter head which alerts you when you need to change your filter cartridge . The large filter size provides 4 times the capacity where high sediment concentration is an issue. Because water quality varies among locations, the WH-HD200-C is sold without a filter cartridge. The unit comes with a 2-year limited warranty. The WH-HD200-C housing uses filter cartridges CW5-BBS, CW25-BBS, CP5-BBS, P25-BBS, R50-BBSA, and RFC-BBSA. Filter cartridge sold seperately.
 

Where can I buy charcoal filters for the Culligan whole house system

There are many manufacturers of filters for this whole house system. I've bought filters everywhere from Menards, to Amazon.
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The Culligan® WH-HD200-C Heavy-Duty Sediment Filter allows you to preserve and protect your household plumbing and water-using appliances. Designed for installations where a 1-inch water main is present at the point of entry, this filter housing features stainless steel reinforced inlet/outlet and cap for added durability. A filter life indicator is built into the filter head which alerts you when you need to change your filter cartridge . The large filter size provides 4 times the capacity where high sediment concentration is an issue. Because water quality varies among locations, the WH-HD200-C is sold without a filter cartridge. The unit comes with a 2-year limited warranty. The WH-HD200-C housing uses filter cartridges CW5-BBS, CW25-BBS, CP5-BBS, P25-BBS, R50-BBSA, and RFC-BBSA. Filter cartridge sold seperately.
 

Do you have to have a Culligan System to use this filter system? Can it just be installed on it's own?

This filter housing can be installed on it's own. In my case, we have a well. I have this as a whole house filter, followed by a soft water system. The soft water system is manufactured by a totally different company.
On a side note, I've tried filters in this housing by several different manufacturers. In the end, you'll have to decide which filter you prefer.
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The Culligan® WH-HD200-C Heavy-Duty Sediment Filter allows you to preserve and protect your household plumbing and water-using appliances. Designed for installations where a 1-inch water main is present at the point of entry, this filter housing features stainless steel reinforced inlet/outlet and cap for added durability. A filter life indicator is built into the filter head which alerts you when you need to change your filter cartridge . The large filter size provides 4 times the capacity where high sediment concentration is an issue. Because water quality varies among locations, the WH-HD200-C is sold without a filter cartridge. The unit comes with a 2-year limited warranty. The WH-HD200-C housing uses filter cartridges CW5-BBS, CW25-BBS, CP5-BBS, P25-BBS, R50-BBSA, and RFC-BBSA. Filter cartridge sold seperately.
 

Where can I buy charcoal filters for the Culligan whole house system

Filters of any style are available online, or at Home Depot, Menards, etc. I buy ours from Menards. I buy the charcoal filters and they cost $20. They are rated to last up to 9 months.
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The Culligan® WH-HD200-C Heavy-Duty Sediment Filter allows you to preserve and protect your household plumbing and water-using appliances. Designed for installations where a 1-inch water main is present at the point of entry, this filter housing features stainless steel reinforced inlet/outlet and cap for added durability. A filter life indicator is built into the filter head which alerts you when you need to change your filter cartridge . The large filter size provides 4 times the capacity where high sediment concentration is an issue. Because water quality varies among locations, the WH-HD200-C is sold without a filter cartridge. The unit comes with a 2-year limited warranty. The WH-HD200-C housing uses filter cartridges CW5-BBS, CW25-BBS, CP5-BBS, P25-BBS, R50-BBSA, and RFC-BBSA. Filter cartridge sold seperately.
 

My water main was replaced two years ago and is now a 3/4" line. 1. Does Best Buy do the install? 2. Can my water main be adapted to fit my system?

Hi Buddy,

Bestbuy doesn't install these, but any licensed plumber can.

This would work well with a 3/4" main line. Your plumber will adapt to it. You just don't want your filter to be smaller than your line. The same size, or bigger, is good.

Ricki
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The Culligan® WH-HD200-C Heavy-Duty Sediment Filter allows you to preserve and protect your household plumbing and water-using appliances. Designed for installations where a 1-inch water main is present at the point of entry, this filter housing features stainless steel reinforced inlet/outlet and cap for added durability. A filter life indicator is built into the filter head which alerts you when you need to change your filter cartridge . The large filter size provides 4 times the capacity where high sediment concentration is an issue. Because water quality varies among locations, the WH-HD200-C is sold without a filter cartridge. The unit comes with a 2-year limited warranty. The WH-HD200-C housing uses filter cartridges CW5-BBS, CW25-BBS, CP5-BBS, P25-BBS, R50-BBSA, and RFC-BBSA. Filter cartridge sold seperately.
 

Where can I buy charcoal filters for the Culligan whole house system

Hi Bob,

I buy the Pentair/Omnifilter T08 at Menards, for about $20. It's rated for 40,000 gallons, or about 9 months. I'm still on my first filter, but will definitely buy more.

Ricki
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 Kalorik - Multi-Purpose Waffle, Grill and Sandwich Maker - Stainelss Steel
Kalorik - Multi-Purpose Waffle, Grill and Sandwich Maker - Stainelss Steel
Bite into the satisfying crunch of warm, toasted sandwiches and hot, tasty snacks in minutes with the Kalorik Multi-Purpose Waffle, Grill and Sandwich Maker. This multifunctional appliance features interchangeable waffle, grill, griddle, and sandwich plates, offering a wide variety of menu options for breakfast, lunch, or a satisfying, hot snack whenever the craving strikes. Make perfect crunchy grilled cheese, toasted sandwiches, pizza pockets, eggs, waffles, bacon, grilled foods, and more. Use the waffle plate for light, fluffy waffles, or the griddle plate for breakfast classics like eggs and bacon. The ribbed grill plate leaves authentic grill marks on your food, great for meats and veggies. The sandwich plate toasts four triangle pockets to crisp, golden perfection, sealing in fillings and crimping sandwich edges for easy cutting. Non-stick coating allows for easy release of food, and hassle-free cleanup. The appliance’s space-saving design stores neatly upright in your cabinet. The cool-touch easy-open handle allows you to safely open and close the appliance during use.
 

Description [Features interchangeable grill, waffle, griddle, and sandwich plates.] does not match name of the product or the pictures. What is the correct name, description, and pictures?

Actually, "Features interchangeable grill, waffle, griddle, and sandwich plates", is the correct description for the KALORIK MULTI-PURPOSE GRILL.

The KALORIK MULTI-PURPOSE GRILL comes with interchangeable grill, waffle, griddle, and sandwich plates.
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 Escort - Max 360 Radar Detector for Most Vehicles - Black
Escort - Max 360 Radar Detector for Most Vehicles - Black
This Escort Max 360 0100024-2 radar detector features USB connectivity, a smartphone app and connection to the DEFENDER database to provide you with up-to-date, real-time alerts. GPS AutoLearn technology isolates real signals from false alarms.
 

What are the differences between the 360c and the 360. Thanks.

I had to research this myself, before buying the Max360. The biggest difference is that the "c" stands for connected, meaning updating it is super easy via Bluetooth. The Max360, which I bought, has to be connected via USB cable to update. Not a big issue for me, since an update doesn't take long, and is only needed every year or two, in my opinion.

EXCELLENT radar/laser detector! I had the 9500IX for the past 5 years, or so, and while that is a good detector, the Max360 is even better. I've been side by side comparing them the past month and the Max360 definitely triggers before the 9500 does. Both are good, the Max is just a little better.
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The USB-C Dual HDMI Mini Dock provides extra connectivity for your USB-C computer, featuring data transfer, power delivery and video displays. Easily add two additional USB computer peripherals, two HDMI monitors, and a Gigabit Ethernet connection through your USB-C port. When connected to a power source, the USB-C input charging port allows you to continue charging your laptop or smartphone. Its compact and lightweight design, making it great for use on the go.
 

Will this work with a Dell Inspiron 5594? If not, can you point me in the right direction?

As long as your Dell has a USB C port, yes it will work.
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