prof2000
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 WD - Blue 1TB PC Internal Hard Drive for Desktops
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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from Mankato, MN
on December 16, 2018
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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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from Mankato, MN
on December 16, 2018
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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
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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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&quot; LED 4K UHD Monitor - Black
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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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 - Black
Lenovo - IdeaCentre 510A Desktop - Intel Core i5 - 8GB Memory - 1TB Hard Drive - Black
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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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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Elevate your academic journey with the Lenovo Idea Tab Pro, powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8300 for 60% more power*. Instantly search or translate information on your screen with Circle to Search with Google, all without switching apps, enhanced with the precision of the Lenovo Tab Pen Plus. The Lenovo Idea Tab Pro comes with the Google Gemini app. Chat with Gemini to supercharge your creativity and productivity. Get help writing, planning, learning and more. Enjoy both your studies and downtime on a stunning 12.7~ 3K display, while quad JBL speakers deliver immersive sound for your favorite shows. With all-day battery life, stay connected and entertained from class to chill time.
 

Where can I get a folding case for this tablet?

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Meet the UGREEN Nexode 100W Desktop GaN Charger ~ your ultimate power hub for a streamlined workspace. Engineered with advanced GaN technology, this compact desktop charger delivers 100W fast charging while staying remarkably small. It features 4 versatile ports (3 x USB-C Charger, 1 x USB-A) to simultaneously juice up your MacBook, iPad, iPhone, Samsung Galaxy, and more. Watch your MacBook Pro 14 surge to 50% in just 27 minutes, or fully charge a Samsung S24 Ultra in one hour (with included 5A cable). Beyond raw speed, it intelligently adapts power output to protect your devices and supports a vast array of fast-charging protocols. Experience efficient, clutter-free power with UGREEN Nexode 100W charger.
 

Is the power cable permanently attached to the device?

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Meet the UGREEN Nexode 100W Desktop GaN Charger ~ your ultimate power hub for a streamlined workspace. Engineered with advanced GaN technology, this compact desktop charger delivers 100W fast charging while staying remarkably small. It features 4 versatile ports (3 x USB-C Charger, 1 x USB-A) to simultaneously juice up your MacBook, iPad, iPhone, Samsung Galaxy, and more. Watch your MacBook Pro 14 surge to 50% in just 27 minutes, or fully charge a Samsung S24 Ultra in one hour (with included 5A cable). Beyond raw speed, it intelligently adapts power output to protect your devices and supports a vast array of fast-charging protocols. Experience efficient, clutter-free power with UGREEN Nexode 100W charger.
 

How long is the power cable?

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The IdeaPad Slim 3i is smart and made for heavy on-the-go users from libraries and cafes to airport terminals, with a lightweight and thin profile that's 10% slimmer than the previous generation yet still military-grade rugged. Get the important stuff done on the go with powerful 13th Gen Intel Core i5 processors, the adaptive performance of Smart Power, and full-function Type-C port while you learn, work, and stream on a Full HD display with up to 88% AAR.
 

How difficult is it to open up this laptop to upgrade the storage SSD? Can a knowledgeable user do it?

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Unlock the full potential of your digital media with this premium 4K UHD external Blu-ray burner. Crafted from sleek aluminum alloy and boasting true BD-R/BD-RE read/write support, this ultra-slim drive lets you burn, play, and archive CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray discs in crisp high definition. With plug-and-play USB 3.0 connectivity, broad OS compatibility, and a compact, travel-ready design, it~s the perfect all-in-one optical solution for data backup, movie playback, and system installation on modern laptops and desktops.
 

Can this burn to blu ray M-Disc?

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Introducing Acer's KA242Y gaming monitor - the Full HD resolution monitor that can keep up with your game play. Through AMD FreeSync technology, the game~s frame rate is determined by your graphics card, not the fixed refresh rate of the monitor, giving you a serious competitive edge. Plus, users can enjoy comfortable viewing experience while gaming via flicker-less and low dimming display. The design saves space on your desk and lets you place multiple monitors side by side to build a seamless big-screen display.
 

Does the stand support portrait mode?

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In meetings, in the classroom and anywhere in between, Acer~s PM Series portable monitor is the go-to choice for people on the move! Just fire it up and enjoy High-Definition entertainment~anywhere! Its accurate, vivid colors come to life from any viewing angle on the 16.0~ IPS display that features WUXGA (1920x1200) resolution and 16:10 aspect ratio. Its slim design (0.52") and ultra-light weight (1.43 lbs.) allows it to easily fit in your laptop bag! Perfect for use as a secondary monitor for dual-monitor presentations, it~s powered by a single USB Type C cable, giving you the freedom to connect it to your laptop, smartphone or tablet~quickly and easily! Get fast refresh rates thanks to the Adaptive-Sync Support product that matches the refresh rate of your monitor with your graphics card.
 

What range of angles are possible with the stand?

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Discover the breathtaking landscapes of Japan in over 550 real-world cars and become a racing Legend at the Horizon Festival. Start your journey as a tourist and explore a world full of hit music and Japanese culture. Build a Valley Estate, acquire awe-inspiring homes, and display your prized car collection in fully Customizable Garages. Cruise the roads with your friends* and join Car Meets around Japan, unleash your imagination with EventLab and build together in Horizon CoLab. Your journey to a Horizon Legend starts now ~ Japan Awaits!
 

does this include the windows edition?

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Discover the breathtaking landscapes of Japan in over 550 real-world cars and become a racing Legend at the Horizon Festival. Start your journey as a tourist and explore a world full of hit music and Japanese culture. Build a Valley Estate, acquire awe-inspiring homes, and display your prized car collection in fully Customizable Garages. Cruise the roads with your friends* and join Car Meets around Japan, unleash your imagination with EventLab and build together in Horizon CoLab. Your journey to a Horizon Legend starts now ~ Japan Awaits!
 

Will this work on a xbox one x console?

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Forza Horizon 6 Premium Upgrade is the best value for Game Pass members as compared to buying each included item separately and a great option for Standard and Deluxe Edition players looking to expand their journey at the Horizon Festival.* This Premium Upgrade includes the VIP Membership, Welcome Pack, Time Attack Car Pack, and Car Pass (30 cars delivered to your game, one per week), as well as the Italian Passion Car Pack and two Premium Expansions coming post-launch. Forza Horizon 6 Car Pass will deliver 30 new cars to your game, with one new vehicle made available each week. With Forza Horizon 6 VIP Membership, enjoy a 2x Credit boost to race rewards, 3 VIP-Exclusive Forza Edition cars, a weekly bonus Super Wheelspin, and special Vanity Items. You~ll also be handed the keys to the lavish Tokyo City House, a classic Japanese home in the suburbs. Forza Horizon 6 Welcome Pack features 5 special pre-tuned cars and a Car Voucher, which can be used to claim any car available from the Autoshow. With the Time Attack Car Pack, you~ll receive 8 legendary cars ideal for mastering every turn and corner at the Time Attack Circuits located around Japan. Meanwhile, the Italian Passion Car Pack will introduce 4 great new Italian cars in Forza Horizon 6 post-launch, perfect for cruising, racing, or exploring. Also included with the Premium Upgrade are two upcoming game Expansions. Each expansion, when they become available, will introduce a new location to discover, exciting new vehicles to collect and drive, and fun new gameplay to engage with.
 

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 Lenovo - IdeaCentre 510A Desktop - Intel Core i5 - 8GB Memory - 1TB Hard Drive - Black
Lenovo - IdeaCentre 510A Desktop - Intel Core i5 - 8GB Memory - 1TB Hard Drive - Black
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 - Black
Lenovo - IdeaCentre 510A Desktop - Intel Core i5 - 8GB Memory - 1TB Hard Drive - Black
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 - Black
Lenovo - IdeaCentre 510A Desktop - Intel Core i5 - 8GB Memory - 1TB Hard Drive - Black
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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