prof2000
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- First ReviewDecember 16, 2018
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The Best Buy essentials 4-Port USB 2.0 Hub uses a single USB port to connect up to four USB devices. Just plug the hub into your computer, and the blue LED indicating light lets you know it’s ready for your devices. A 5V, 500 mAh port output delivers consistent and quick power, while a data transfer speed of up to 480 Mbps performs at the speed you need.
A great way to provide power
Customer Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
I have a wealth of items that need power via a usb port-
fans, speakers, etc. This powered usb hub fills that need
very well - and keeps my usb 3 ports free for items that
need data transmission. It is a very cost effective tool.
fans, speakers, etc. This powered usb hub fills that need
very well - and keeps my usb 3 ports free for items that
need data transmission. It is a very cost effective tool.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Mobile Submission: False
Length of ownership: 27
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Crucial - P3 1TB Internal SSD PCIe Gen 3 x4 NVMe
Basic bootup speeds won’t cut it — not at work, on the go, or in the game. But the Crucial P3 SSD is anything but basic. With NVMe performance that’s more than 6x faster than SATA2 and storage capacities up to 4TB3, the P3 leaves older storage technology in the dust. Get faster bootups, downloads and file transfers, and store all your files, photos, videos, apps, and games with room to spare with the quality and dependability you expect from Crucial.
Use for system image backup
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5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
I have an older machine that uses one of these for the
system drive. It works so well, and is priced so well, that
I purchased a second one to use for system image backups. I clone my system drive to this each month, to
use as a backup. It is a fairly fast process, and provides
a good way to recover if a problem develops.
system drive. It works so well, and is priced so well, that
I purchased a second one to use for system image backups. I clone my system drive to this each month, to
use as a backup. It is a fairly fast process, and provides
a good way to recover if a problem develops.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: False
Length of ownership: 14
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Crucial - MX500 2TB Internal SSD SATA
Start your system in seconds, store up to 2TB of your irreplaceable files, and upgrade with a drive you can count on. Improve your system with the Crucial® MX500 2TB 3D NAND SATA 2.5 Inch Internal SSD, an SSD built on quality, speed, and security that’s all backed by helpful service and support. It’s worth it.
Fast and reliable storage
Customer Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
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This drive was purchased to provide fast and reliable
storage for my new gaming computer. The speeds I
obtain are as advertised (see results below). I use this
drive to store large files that I use intermittently. It
does a very good job.
storage for my new gaming computer. The speeds I
obtain are as advertised (see results below). I use this
drive to store large files that I use intermittently. It
does a very good job.
This was a good purchase.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: False
Length of ownership: 67
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The CORSAIR MP600 PRO LPX PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe 1.4 M.2 SSD provides high-performance storage expansion optimized for PS5, boosting your console’s storage by up to 4TB. PCIe Gen4 technology achieves lightning-fast sequential read speeds of up to 7,100MB/sec and sequential write speeds of up to 6,800MB/sec, so large game files load faster than ever. The M.2 2280 form-factor and pre-installed low-profile aluminum heat spreader enable the MP600 PRO LPX to fit directly into your PlayStation 5, while meeting all PS5 M.2 size requirements. Backed by a comprehensive five-year warranty, the MP600 PRO LPX delivers expanded storage and sustained high performance to your PS5 right out of the box.
Powerful upgrade for a gaming computer
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5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Quality
5.0
Value
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I got this drive as an upgrade for my system drive in my
new gaming computer. This drive is as fast as advertised
(see my test results below). At the start of the test it was
at 37deg C. At the end of the test it was at 51deg C, but it
was back to 37deg C in just 4 minutes.
new gaming computer. This drive is as fast as advertised
(see my test results below). At the start of the test it was
at 37deg C. At the end of the test it was at 51deg C, but it
was back to 37deg C in just 4 minutes.
I had no issues cloning my system on to this drive using
Acronis. I have had no issues running my new gaming
computer with this drive in the 2 months I have had this
drive.
Acronis. I have had no issues running my new gaming
computer with this drive in the 2 months I have had this
drive.
This was a good purchase, and has enhanced the
capabilities of my new gaming computer.
capabilities of my new gaming computer.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Length of ownership: 61
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Geek Squad® Certified Refurbished products are thoroughly, painstakingly and lovingly tested, so you can be sure that your device will work right, right away. Learn more about Geek Squad® Certified Refurbished products.Customize your laptop with this refurbished Samsung EVO Plus SSD. The 3500MB/sec. read speed and 3300MB/sec. write speed ensure swift data access, and the V-NAND technology minimizes power consumption for efficiency. This Samsung EVO Plus SSD has 2TB of storage space, providing fast start-up times, while the nickel-coated controller and heat spreader help prevent overheating.
Works well as my new system drive
Customer Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
I cloned the system drive of my 5 year old computer to this refurbished drive to get double the space, and a huge boost in speed. It is working well. I recommend it.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: False
Length of ownership: 26
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Ready, set go! Move between screens and straight through your to-do list with Logitech M720 Triathlon, the athletic mouse built for endurance, versatility, and comfort. With EASY-SWITCH technology you can pair your mouse with up to 3 computers and seamlessly switch between them with a click of a button. Reliable hyper-fast scrolling lets you fly through documents and web pages or switch to click-to-click scrolling when you need precision. A true athlete, this portable mouse is designed to endure, with buttons built to withstand up to 10 million clicks. Focus on what really matters thanks to the extended battery life of up to 24 months of power on a single AA battery. Simply connect M720 Triathlon wirelessly via the included Logitech Unifying receiver or via Bluetooth smart technology. Download Logitech Options Software to unlock the full range of personalization for your Logitech mouse.
An excellent mouse
Customer Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
This is an excellent mouse for the money. It is solid and well made, with all the features that I need. It fits my relatively large hand well, and works well on a bare table top. I recommend it.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: False
Length of ownership: 11
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![Microsoft - Office Home 2024 (1 Device) - Windows, Mac OS [Digital]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/prescaled/500/500/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/f1534962-b962-437a-9b60-15e2965be827.jpg)
For students and families who want classic Office apps installed on one PC or Mac for use at home or school.
A good deal without a subscription
Customer Rating
5.0
This package provides me with familiar software without having to pay a monthly subscription fee. For my work at home it fulfills all my needs. I recommend it.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: False
Length of ownership: 36
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Extend the power cord of your indoor and outdoor electronics for a better reach. The Best Buy essentials 12' AC Extension Power Cord adds 12 ft. of length to your household appliances, outdoor electronics and more. A 16 AWG, three-prong construction works with a wide-range of devices, granting a secure fit for optimal safety and compatibility. Backed by Best Buy, this extension cord holds up to 15 A of power and is grounded, providing safe and secure power. Its black design blends in with the rest of your cords, giving it a clean and discreet look. Lengthen the power cord of your electronics with this secure extension cord that’s backed by Best Buy.
A well made, heavy duty extension power cord.
Customer Rating
5.0
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
This is a well made, heavy duty extension power cord. It is solid, and works well. I recommend it.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: False
Length of ownership: 45
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Prevent voltage spikes during electronic repairs with this iFixit antistatic wrist strap. The polyester and stainless steel weave offers dependable durability for long-lasting use, while the elastic band with an adjustable buckle provides a customized fit. This 6-foot iFixit antistatic wrist strap has a clip for a secure connection, and the 1-megaohm resistance slows discharges, protecting the user and equipment from shocks.
It works well
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5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
This is an essential item for those who need to work with the insides of sensitive electronics, like computers. It works well, and fits my relatively large wrist at its maximum diameter. It works well, and I recommend it.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Length of ownership: 32
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Light up your work desk with this OttLite curved LED desk lamp. ClearSun LEDs help minimize eyestrain during extended periods of use, and the flexible rubberized neck lets you direct light where it's needed most. This OttLite curved LED desk lamp has a touch-sensitive switch for adjusting brightness settings easily.
A very good desk lamp
Customer Rating
5.0
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
This is a very good desk lamp. The base has a very good weight to it, and the neck can be easily bent to suit your needs. The maximum brightness is very bright indeed.
I recommend it.
I recommend it.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Length of ownership: 18
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Extend your gaming storage with Game Drive for PS5 . Officially licensed for PlayStation , this HDD works seamlessly with PS5 and PS4 consoles—while adding a splash of Blue LED lighting to any gaming atmosphere. Easily archive your PS5 games on the drive until it’s time to transfer and play them. Plus, 5TB of add-on storage means a bigger library without having to delete titles.
Is it possible for a user to format this drive for Windows 11?
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Extend your gaming storage with Game Drive for PS5 . Officially licensed for PlayStation , this HDD works seamlessly with PS5 and PS4 consoles—while adding a splash of Blue LED lighting to any gaming atmosphere. Easily archive your PS5 games on the drive until it’s time to transfer and play them. Plus, 5TB of add-on storage means a bigger library without having to delete titles.
Can I reformat this drive for Windows 11?
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Designed for Mac and optimized to work with Apple devices right out of the box, the Crucial X9 Pro for Mac helps you supercharge your creativity. With space to store thousands of photos, files, and videos and the speed to edit and retouch your portfolio quickly, the Crucial X9 Pro for Mac provides support for even taxing workloads along with durability and style in the studio, in the field, or wherever you roam.
Is the usb interface on this drive 3.2 Gen 2?
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Accelerate your workflow with the powerful performance of the Crucial X9 Pro Portable SSD. With read and write speeds up to 1,050MB/s and 2TB of capacity, the X9 Pro has space for thousands of photos, files, and videos along with the speed you need to organize, curate, edit and retouch your portfolio quickly, supporting whatever you do in Adobe Lightroom. The Crucial X9 Pro is plug-and-play ready with a USB-C connection, and works with Windows, Mac, Android, and more. Featuring Micron TLC NAND and water and dust resistance (IP55), the Crucial X9 Pro is designed for durability and style in the studio, in the field, or wherever you roam.
Can this drive use the usb 3.2 gen 2 standard?
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Offer your customers the latest generation of the WD_BLACK Gaming Hard Drives to give them the capacity they need and the performance they want. With up to 128 MiB of DRAM cache and storage capacities of up to 10TB, the WD_BLACK Gaming Hard Drive maximizes drive and system performance, allowing your customers to spend more time playing the games they love most. Combine the WD_BLACK Gaming Hard Drive with a WD_BLACK SSD for a dual-drive configuration, enabling additional caching of the operating system onto the SSD for even greater PC gaming performance. All together, the WD_BLACK Gaming Hard Drive gives your customer performance, capacity, and an industry-leading 5-year limited warranty for an inspiring three-in-one storage solution.
Does this drive use the CMR recording technology?
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Crucial - P3 Plus 2TB Internal SSD PCIe Gen 4 x4 NVMe
Valuable Gen4 performance is here. Introducing the Crucial P3 Plus Gen4 NVMe SSD, delivering impressive speed with sequential reads/writes up to 5000/4200MB/s1 while providing data protection for optimal security. Engineered by Micron with the latest Gen4 NVMe technology, the Crucial P3 Plus comes in generous capacities2 and offers flexible backward compatibility for most Gen3 systems.
What is the endurance rating (TBW) for this drive?
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Get the ultimate gaming performance with GIGABYTE RTX 3050 Graphics Cards. Powered by NVIDIA's 2nd gen RTX architecture and refined with WINDFORCE cooling technology, the GeForce RTX 3050 WINDFORCE OC V2 6G brings stunning visuals, amazingly fast frame rates, and AI acceleration to games and creative applications with its enhanced RT Cores and Tensor Cores.
How many pin power connector is needed?
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Level up your setup with the iBUYPOWER ESA5R6601, the perfect gaming PC build for someone looking to upgrade their desktop computer system for video games, editing, and streaming. This prebuilt iBUYPOWER Gaming PC utilizes professionally vetted components to create a high-performing desktop machine. Take gaming and content creation to a new level on an AMD Ryzen 5 8400F processor paired with an AMD Radeon RX 6600 8GB graphics card. Enjoy fast load times and ample storage space on a 1TB NVMe solid-state drive. Multitask like no other thanks to 16GB DDR5 RGB RAM. The PC is even Wi-Fi Ready and comes with Windows 11 Home installed so you can plug in and game right away. Discover the gamer experience and upgrade your RGB setup thanks to the included iBUYPOWER gaming keyboard and mouse. To keep your computer cool and quiet at full power, the ESA5R6601 boasts the new Tower Air Cooler, a performance air fan CPU cooler, and RGB fans in a premium iBUYPOWER Element SE case.
How many SATA ports are on the motherboard?
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Level up your setup with the iBUYPOWER ESA5R6601, the perfect gaming PC build for someone looking to upgrade their desktop computer system for video games, editing, and streaming. This prebuilt iBUYPOWER Gaming PC utilizes professionally vetted components to create a high-performing desktop machine. Take gaming and content creation to a new level on an AMD Ryzen 5 8400F processor paired with an AMD Radeon RX 6600 8GB graphics card. Enjoy fast load times and ample storage space on a 1TB NVMe solid-state drive. Multitask like no other thanks to 16GB DDR5 RGB RAM. The PC is even Wi-Fi Ready and comes with Windows 11 Home installed so you can plug in and game right away. Discover the gamer experience and upgrade your RGB setup thanks to the included iBUYPOWER gaming keyboard and mouse. To keep your computer cool and quiet at full power, the ESA5R6601 boasts the new Tower Air Cooler, a performance air fan CPU cooler, and RGB fans in a premium iBUYPOWER Element SE case.
How many additional m.2 slots available for more nvme storage drives?
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The Proctor Silex Sound Shield Coffee Grinder has Sound Shield technology to be 50% quieter when grinding coffee. It grinds enough to brew up to 12 cups and has a removable, dishwasher safe grinding bowl for easy pouring and cleanup. Simple to use.
Are there markings for grinding 2 or 4 cups of brewed coffee? I would like to grind just enough each day.
4 months, 3 weeks ago
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Sony - MDRXB50 Wired Earbud Headphones - Blue
Enjoy crisp, powerful low-end audio with these Sony MDRXB50AP/L earbud headphones, which feature a bass duct design that provides optimal sound isolation. An integrated elecret condenser/omnidirectional microphone lets you chat hands-free.
are these hedphones compatible with galaxy (android) phones
Yes. I use them with a Galaxy S7 Edge. The microphone works fine for calls. The multi-function button provides all the operations I need with my phone.
5 years, 8 months ago
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G-Technology - G-DRIVE USB-C 4TB Desktop Hard Drive - Silver
The G-DRIVE™ USB-C™ external drive delivers reliable, high-capacity storage in a compact, stylish package. Featuring a versatile USB 3.1 Gen 1 interface to meet the needs of the creative enthusiast, this drive is encased in an all-aluminum enclosure that looks as good on your desk as it does on a shoot. It’s designed for storage-intensive, multimedia files, including HD video, photos, and music. With support for up to 45 watts of USB Power Delivery through the USB-C port, this drive can charge your MacBook or MacBook Pro without having to take a separate MacBook charger out of your bag. The G-DRIVE USB-C external drive is plug and play on Mac and can be easily reformatted for Windows®. Plus, it’s Time Machine ready so you’re able to quickly back up all your files.
Does this have 7200 rpm?
Yes it does. It is one of only a few external drives with this feature.
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G-Technology - G-DRIVE USB-C 4TB Desktop Hard Drive - Silver
The G-DRIVE™ USB-C™ external drive delivers reliable, high-capacity storage in a compact, stylish package. Featuring a versatile USB 3.1 Gen 1 interface to meet the needs of the creative enthusiast, this drive is encased in an all-aluminum enclosure that looks as good on your desk as it does on a shoot. It’s designed for storage-intensive, multimedia files, including HD video, photos, and music. With support for up to 45 watts of USB Power Delivery through the USB-C port, this drive can charge your MacBook or MacBook Pro without having to take a separate MacBook charger out of your bag. The G-DRIVE USB-C external drive is plug and play on Mac and can be easily reformatted for Windows®. Plus, it’s Time Machine ready so you’re able to quickly back up all your files.
Is this chargeable and able to be powered on without being plugged in ?
This drive has a power brick, which must be plugged in and connected to the drive for it to operate. The drive does not have a battery. The drive will not operate without its power supply.
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G-Technology - G-DRIVE USB-C 4TB Desktop Hard Drive - Silver
The G-DRIVE™ USB-C™ external drive delivers reliable, high-capacity storage in a compact, stylish package. Featuring a versatile USB 3.1 Gen 1 interface to meet the needs of the creative enthusiast, this drive is encased in an all-aluminum enclosure that looks as good on your desk as it does on a shoot. It’s designed for storage-intensive, multimedia files, including HD video, photos, and music. With support for up to 45 watts of USB Power Delivery through the USB-C port, this drive can charge your MacBook or MacBook Pro without having to take a separate MacBook charger out of your bag. The G-DRIVE USB-C external drive is plug and play on Mac and can be easily reformatted for Windows®. Plus, it’s Time Machine ready so you’re able to quickly back up all your files.
Does this have 7200 rpm?
Yes, this drive spins at 7200 rpm. It is one of the reasons I purchased it.
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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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