prof2000
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WD - easystore 4TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive with 32GB Easystore USB Flash Drive - Black
Only at Best BuyCreate secure, reliable copies of important documents with this Western Digital easystore portable storage bundle. The 4TB hard drive accommodates a large volume of videos and pictures, and the WD software ensures automatically updated copies of files via continuous or scheduled backup settings. This Western Digital easystore portable storage bundle includes a 32GB USB flash drive that offers extra space.
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from Mankato, MN
on December 16, 2018
I have used WD drives for backup purposes for 30 years, and never had a problem. I find them to be 100% reliable. I am always on the lookout for a sale on these beauties, and snatch some up on a regular basis. This unit had an exceptional price during the Black Friday sale.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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WD - Blue 1TB PC Internal Hard Drive for Desktops
With a Serial ATA interface, this WD Blue WD10EZEXSP internal hard drive easily connects to your PC or Mac. The 1TB capacity offers ample space to house important files, such as pictures, videos and music.
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Posted by: prof2000
from Mankato, MN
on December 16, 2018
I have used WD drives for over 40 years, both internal and external, and they have never failed me. I got this drive as a second disk for my new computer. I plan to install Linux on it, and configure the machine to dual boot. I chose this particular drive for its speed - 7200rpm. I know it will work in the configuration I plan, as I have done it before. I got it at a very good price during the Black Friday sale.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Experience next-level comfort and productivity with the MK850 Performance. Hyper-fast scrolling and a full-size keyboard help you get more done at your desk ~ and a cushioned palm rest, curved keyframe and contoured mouse let you power through in comfort. Type and switch seamlessly between your computer, tablet, and phone. And pair your mouse with up to 3 devices. The combo has been optimized for use with all your operating systems ~ including Windows, Mac, and Chrome OS.
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5.0
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from Mankato, MN
on December 16, 2018
I use this system at work, and wanted to use it at home with my new computer. The Black Friday sale provided the push I needed to make the purchase - and am I glad I did. This makes working at home even more enjoyable.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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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.
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5.0
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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.
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5.0
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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.
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5.0
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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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Charge 4 AA or 4 AAA batteries easily with this Panasonic eneloop K-KJ17MCA4BA battery charger, which features an LED display with 4 indicator lights to let you monitor the status of each battery. Four included eneloop AA batteries offer immediate use.
Can the charger work in England? (220-240V) Is it automatic voltage switching?
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Energizer Power Plus Rechargeable AA Batteries offer a convenient way to power your gadgets while saving money and reducing waste. Made with 15% recycled materials, these AA rechargeable batteries use innovative, industry-leading technology for reliable use. These chargeable batteries are designed to prevent damaging leaks. Use these Energizer rechargeable batteries as long-lasting batteries for cameras, game systems, toys and other battery-powered items, so you always have a convenient power source available. These Energizer AA batteries come pre-charged and can be recharged in an Energizer battery charger hundreds of times. Each AA rechargeable battery can hold its charge for up to 12 months in storage, and the double A batteries have up to a 5 year battery life with normal use. Energizer is the number 1 recharge brand.
How many times can these batteries be charged?
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Conveniently charges 4 AA or AAA NiMH rechargeable batteries at the same time. 3-5 hour charge time with auto shut off to prevent overcharging and battery damage. Manufactured in China. The charger is equipped with audio and visual alerts. A red light means that charging has started, and you will hear an audible beep when charging begins. A yellow light appears when charging is 50 percent complete and charging is continuing. A green light means charging is complete, and the batteries are 100 percent full. You will hear an audible beep upon completion. If a bad battery is detected, a red X will illuminate, and the charger generates a repetitive audible beep upon detection. Audio and visual alerts:Red light - Charging has started; audible beep when charging begins. Yellow light - Charging is 50% complete and charging. Green light - Charge is complete and batteries are 100% full; audible beep upon completion. Bad Battery Detection Alert - If a bad battery is detected a red ~x~ will illuminate; repetitive audible beep upon detection.
How many times can the included batteries be charged?
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Ultimate Ears - WONDERBOOM Portable Bluetooth Speaker - Black
Take your music anywhere with this Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM portable Bluetooth speaker. The built-in speakers deliver surprisingly loud, detailed audio, and the battery offers up to 10 hours of listening per charge. This Ultimate Ears WONDERBOOM portable Bluetooth speaker has a waterproof chassis that lets you listen to music at the pool.
How many drivers are in this speaker?
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Ultimate Ears - BOOM 2 LE Portable Bluetooth Speaker - Phantom
Enjoy epic outdoor adventure playlists with this Logitech Ultimate Ears Bluetooth speaker. It supports voice commands via Siri or Google Now, and the 100-foot wireless range lets you stream remotely from a distant device. Set alarms and access DJ features with this limited-edition Logitech Ultimate Ears Bluetooth speaker via its companion app.
How many drivers are in this speaker?
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Ultimate Ears - BOOM 2 LE Portable Bluetooth Speaker - Phantom
Enjoy epic outdoor adventure playlists with this Logitech Ultimate Ears Bluetooth speaker. It supports voice commands via Siri or Google Now, and the 100-foot wireless range lets you stream remotely from a distant device. Set alarms and access DJ features with this limited-edition Logitech Ultimate Ears Bluetooth speaker via its companion app.
What are the physical dimensions of this speaker? The info in the specs can't be correct.
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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 many sata ports are on the motherboard, and are they all accessible? Can a second hard drive be installed?
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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.
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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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