prof2000
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- Review Count153
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- First ReviewDecember 16, 2018
- Last ReviewNovember 15, 2024
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- Average Rating4.9
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- First QuestionNovember 24, 2018
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APC - Back-UPS Pro 1100VA 10-Outlet/2-USB Battery Back-Up and Surge Protector - Black
Keep electronics working and offer surge protection when the power goes out with this APC UPS device. Its USB port lets you monitor its operation via included software.
Exceptional Value
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: prof2000
from Mankato, MN
on December 16, 2018
I have wanted this unit for some time, and was finally able to get it at an excellent price during the Black Friday sale. It provides excellent backup for my new PC and new monitor, and their external drives. My equipment has relatively low power draw, and I get almost an hour of run time when losing power, which is more than sufficient to backup crucial files, and power everything down safely.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Samsung - UE590 Series 28" LED 4K UHD Monitor - Black
Samsung 28" S271HL U28E590D 4K UHD Monitor: See all of your photo's details during editing. Video game levels look amazing. The large screen allows you to have multiple windows open at once to get more work done.
Exceptional Value
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: prof2000
from Mankato, MN
on December 16, 2018
This monitor is my first 4K monitor, and it gives me absolutely stunning images. I am using it with Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop elements., and it is well paired with them. I thought I might be overwhelmed by the size of the screen, coming from a 15" screen on a laptop - but I very quickly got accustomed to it, and find myself doing all my editing using my new monitor.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Lenovo - IdeaCentre 510A Desktop - Intel Core i5 - 8GB Memory - 1TB Hard Drive
Lenovo 510A-15ICB Desktop: Upgrade your home computer with this Lenovo IdeaCentre desktop PC. The fast Intel Core i5-8400 processor and Intel UHD 630 graphics card easily handle complex software, and you can store your photos and files on the big 1TB hard drive or make use of the seven-in-one card reader to save on other storage media. Connect this Lenovo IdeaCentre computer wirelessly to other devices using the built-in Bluetooth or Wi-Fi.
Exceptional Value
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: prof2000
from Mankato, MN
on December 16, 2018
This machine is impressive. It is very well made - with a very pleasing exterior, and a very clean and well laid out interior. It provides more features at this price point than you can find elsewhere. For example - it gives two USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports, and a USB C port on the front! The engineering is well thought out. For example, the memory is two paired 4GB sticks, to optimize throughput. The machine is snappy and does the jobs it was designed for very well. One thing to take note of is that the machine is not designed for high end gaming, and really can't be upgraded to do so - it has a 180W interior power supply and a proprietary motherboard. But it does all the tasks characteristic of a home pc very well, and somewhat beyond. I am doing photo editing using Adobe Lightroom and Adobe Photoshop Elements, and they work very well. I have paired the PC with a 28" Samsung 4K monitor, and the images are stunning. For the price, you won't find a better machine anywhere.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Eton - Elite Mini Portable AM/FM/Shortwave Radio with Carrying Pouch - Gray
So small, so global and so useful when you’re traveling to foreign lands, the compact Elite Mini AM/FM/Shortwave Radio from Eton lets you tune in to your favorite local stations or listen to news and music from across the globe with an internal AM antenna and a telescoping FM/SW antenna. The Elite Mini radio digitally displays the time in bright orange and let's you wake up to the alarm clock or drift off to sleep while listening to music with the included sleep timer. To keep the radio from accidentally turning on, just hit the Lock button and rest easy.
Can you listen to FM Stereo with headphones?
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Philips Sonicare - Sonicare 2 Series Plaque Control Rechargeable Electric Toothbrush - White/Blue
Philips Sonicare 2 Series plaque control rechargeable electric toothbrush, HX6211
Does this include a charging stand?
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Samsung - Galaxy Tab A7 Lite Book Cover - Dark Gray
Galaxy Tab A7 Lite Book Cover offers your tablet worry-free protection from the occasional ding or fumble by accident-prone family members.
Does this cover have some feature to keep it closed?
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mophie - Powerstation Go Rugged Flashlight with Built-in Battery Charger & Car Jump Starter - Black
Powerful and bright, this mophie Powerstation Go Rugged Flashlight can light the way and power up your smartphone. The USB-A port allows you to easily charge your smartphone or tablet, while the flashlight includes a bright work light that’s ideal for changing a tire in the dark or just searching your trunk. Plus, this portable battery can even jump start your car. Whether you’re stuck with a dead phone battery or a dead car battery, the mophie Powerstation Go Rugged Flashlight lets you stay powerful in just about any situation.
What gauge are the jumper cables?
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Scosche - PowerUp 700 Car Jump Starter w/USB Power Bank and LED Flashlight - Black
Prepare in advance for emergency situations with the compact Scosche PowerUp 700 Portable Car Jump Starter. The high-capacity 15,000 mAh lithium-ion battery provides up to 700 amps of jump start power for your car, truck, boat, or ATV/UTV. Scosche PowerUp 700 has a 6-point safety protecton system and is spark free. Equipped with two USB ports, this Scosche PowerUp 700 also charges smartphones, tablets and other devices.
What gauge are the jumper cables?
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Jabra - Elite 75t True Wireless Active Noise Cancelling In-Ear Headphones - Titanium Black
Filter out the world with Jabra Elite 75t Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) true wireless earbuds. These earbuds are engineered for a secure fit and have an IP55-rating with a 2-year extended warranty against dust and water damage. Up to 24 hours of battery time (ANC on) with the pocket-friendly charging case, and fast charge feature provides up to an hour of battery in 15 minutes. 4-built-in microphones for clear calls and HearThrough mode can be enabled to so there's no need to remove earbuds in order to hear your surroundings. Use the Jabra Sound+ app to activate ANC the first time you use it and enable toggling between ANC and HearThrough via your earbud button.
Do these come with a user manual? Where can I find one?
2 years, 10 months ago
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Michelin - 1000 Lumen Rechargeable LED Work Light - Black
Stay safe with Michelin! The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Department of Transportation (DOT) recommed that every vehicle carries a flashlight and road flares. The Michelin 1000 Lumen Rechargeable LED Work Light satisfies those recommendations by providing a 1000 Lumen Rechargeable LED worklight on the front and a red LED safety light on the reverse side. Features: As you’d expect of any Michelin product, the details are what makes the device. The Michelin 1000 Lumen Rechargeable LED Work Light features a strap-type handle that is adjustable and opens up allowing the light to be easily hung. A folding stand allows the user to position the light at any desired angle, while the embedded magnets ensure the light remains stationary when placed on a ferrous surface.
What is the range of temperatures that this light can work in?
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Michelin - 1000 Lumen Rechargeable LED Work Light - Black
Stay safe with Michelin! The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Department of Transportation (DOT) recommed that every vehicle carries a flashlight and road flares. The Michelin 1000 Lumen Rechargeable LED Work Light satisfies those recommendations by providing a 1000 Lumen Rechargeable LED worklight on the front and a red LED safety light on the reverse side. Features: As you’d expect of any Michelin product, the details are what makes the device. The Michelin 1000 Lumen Rechargeable LED Work Light features a strap-type handle that is adjustable and opens up allowing the light to be easily hung. A folding stand allows the user to position the light at any desired angle, while the embedded magnets ensure the light remains stationary when placed on a ferrous surface.
What is the size of the battery in mAh? How long can it hold its charge?
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Scosche - PowerUp 700 Car Jump Starter w/USB Power Bank and LED Flashlight - Black
Prepare in advance for emergency situations with the compact Scosche PowerUp 700 Portable Car Jump Starter. The high-capacity 15,000 mAh lithium-ion battery provides up to 700 amps of jump start power for your car, truck, boat, or ATV/UTV. Scosche PowerUp 700 has a 6-point safety protecton system and is spark free. Equipped with two USB ports, this Scosche PowerUp 700 also charges smartphones, tablets and other devices.
How cold can this device get (the temperature it is at) and still be able to jump start a car? How hot can this device get (the temperature it is at) and still be able to jump start a car?
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mophie - Powerstation Go Rugged Flashlight with Built-in Battery Charger & Car Jump Starter - Black
Powerful and bright, this mophie Powerstation Go Rugged Flashlight can light the way and power up your smartphone. The USB-A port allows you to easily charge your smartphone or tablet, while the flashlight includes a bright work light that’s ideal for changing a tire in the dark or just searching your trunk. Plus, this portable battery can even jump start your car. Whether you’re stuck with a dead phone battery or a dead car battery, the mophie Powerstation Go Rugged Flashlight lets you stay powerful in just about any situation.
What is the maximum CCA (Cold Cranking Amperage) for this device?
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Lenovo - IdeaCentre 510A Desktop - Intel Core i5 - 8GB Memory - 1TB Hard Drive
Lenovo 510A-15ICB Desktop: Upgrade your home computer with this Lenovo IdeaCentre desktop PC. The fast Intel Core i5-8400 processor and Intel UHD 630 graphics card easily handle complex software, and you can store your photos and files on the big 1TB hard drive or make use of the seven-in-one card reader to save on other storage media. Connect this Lenovo IdeaCentre computer wirelessly to other devices using the built-in Bluetooth or Wi-Fi.
How big is the power supply in this unit? Can I add a Nvidia 1050 GPU without upgrading the Factory power supply?
The unit has an internal 180 Watt power supply. I believe you would have to replace it with a higher power supply to run such a card. I did a little research on upgrading the power supply for this machine. It is not so easy. I would recommend sticking with the built in graphics. The machine was not designed for higher end gaming.
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Lenovo - IdeaCentre 510A Desktop - Intel Core i5 - 8GB Memory - 1TB Hard Drive
Lenovo 510A-15ICB Desktop: Upgrade your home computer with this Lenovo IdeaCentre desktop PC. The fast Intel Core i5-8400 processor and Intel UHD 630 graphics card easily handle complex software, and you can store your photos and files on the big 1TB hard drive or make use of the seven-in-one card reader to save on other storage media. Connect this Lenovo IdeaCentre computer wirelessly to other devices using the built-in Bluetooth or Wi-Fi.
Can I upgrade from Windows 10 Home to Windows 10 Pro before or after purchase?
You will have to do it after the purchase, and the system has been set up. It is very easy to do via the Windows Store (for which you must have an account). It will cost about $100.
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Lenovo - IdeaCentre 510A Desktop - Intel Core i5 - 8GB Memory - 1TB Hard Drive
Lenovo 510A-15ICB Desktop: Upgrade your home computer with this Lenovo IdeaCentre desktop PC. The fast Intel Core i5-8400 processor and Intel UHD 630 graphics card easily handle complex software, and you can store your photos and files on the big 1TB hard drive or make use of the seven-in-one card reader to save on other storage media. Connect this Lenovo IdeaCentre computer wirelessly to other devices using the built-in Bluetooth or Wi-Fi.
does the motherboard come with an extra cable it I want to install another SATA compatible Drive or does it have to be purchased separately?
I opened up my computer to look at the cable situation, because I want to add an additional hard drive to the system. I found that the power cable to the DVD drive has a connector on it that will allow you to supply power to such a drive. I also saw that there is an open socket for one data sata cable to connect to this drive, but there is no cable provided to do this. You will have to buy the cable yourself (less than $10). Finally there is a single open bay available, and it will hold a 3.5" drive, and it is just below the dvd drive. So adding one additional SATA drive appears doable, and relatively straight forward.
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Lenovo - IdeaCentre 510A Desktop - Intel Core i5 - 8GB Memory - 1TB Hard Drive
Lenovo 510A-15ICB Desktop: Upgrade your home computer with this Lenovo IdeaCentre desktop PC. The fast Intel Core i5-8400 processor and Intel UHD 630 graphics card easily handle complex software, and you can store your photos and files on the big 1TB hard drive or make use of the seven-in-one card reader to save on other storage media. Connect this Lenovo IdeaCentre computer wirelessly to other devices using the built-in Bluetooth or Wi-Fi.
Why is there no slot for a GPU? In the specifications for this product, in the expansion section, it states there is 1 PCI-E X1 slot, and a PCI-E x16 slot. What is in these slots, if I can't put a GPU in there? Is the description wrong?
I opened up my Lenovo, and see that both of these slots are open and available. However, be aware that the power supply for this machine is modest, and supplies a maximum of only 180 Watts. You need to carefully tally up the power already being used, and see if there is enough for the video card of your choice. Even a low end video card is going to use over 30 W. I think you are best advised to stick with the built in graphics.
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