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 Lenovo - IdeaCentre 510A Desktop - Intel Core i5 - 8GB Memory - 1TB Hard Drive
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
Posted by: prof2000
from Mankato, MN
on December 16, 2018
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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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 HP - 14&quot; 2-in-1 Wide Ultra XGA Touch-Screen Chromebook - Intel Core i3 - 8GB Memory - 128GB SSD - Mineral Silver
HP - 14" 2-in-1 Wide Ultra XGA Touch-Screen Chromebook - Intel Core i3 - 8GB Memory - 128GB SSD - Mineral Silver
The new HP Chromebook x360 14-inch is ready for anything you throw at it, with all the specs for serious productivity. It’s the Chrome OS you know, with an elevated level of power in a thin and light, premium design. It’s not your little brother’s Chromebook.
 

Can I download my VUDU movies to this chromebook, and play them on this chromebook where this is no wifi?

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 HP - 15.6&quot; Full HD Chromebook Laptop - Intel Core i3 - 8GB Memory - 128GB UFS - Mineral Silver
HP - 15.6" Full HD Chromebook Laptop - Intel Core i3 - 8GB Memory - 128GB UFS - Mineral Silver
Kick start any day with power, speed and security. This mighty Chromebook is responsibly built from recycled materials, and loaded with an Intel processor to easily multi-task. The large, vibrant display boots up instantly, so you can work, watch and game. Packed for prime performance and value.
 

Can I download my VUDU movies to this chromebook, and play them on this chromebook where this is no wifi?

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 Acer - Chromebook 317 Laptop–17.3 FHD IPS Touch Display–Intel Pentium Silver N6000 Processor–8GB LPDDR4X–64GB eMMC– WiFi6 - Gray
Acer - Chromebook 317 Laptop–17.3 FHD IPS Touch Display–Intel Pentium Silver N6000 Processor–8GB LPDDR4X–64GB eMMC– WiFi6 - Gray
Be dialed in—all the time, everywhere and anywhere—with the Acer Chromebook 317. Staying productive has never been easier with the world’s first 17.3" Full HD touch Chromebook. Featuring an anti-glare coating and narrow bezels, the immersive display and two upward facing speakers let you get work done quicker and experience your entertainment in all of its glory. It features an impressive Full HD Webcam, fast wireless connectivity and a long-lasting battery life, so you can run your favorite Google apps or access your photos, videos, music and documents—all day long.
 

Can I download my VUDU movies to this chromebook, and play them on this chromebook where this is no wifi?

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 Acer - Chromebook Plus 515 Laptop with Google AI – 15.6&quot; FHD Display - Intel i3-1215U – 8GB LPDDR5X – 128GB UFS – Wi-Fi 6E - Steel Gray
Acer - Chromebook Plus 515 Laptop with Google AI – 15.6" FHD Display - Intel i3-1215U – 8GB LPDDR5X – 128GB UFS – Wi-Fi 6E - Steel Gray
Google AI on Chromebook Plus will help users connect with AI-powered audio and video enhancements, create whatever you can imagine, with the power of generative AI and collaborate with AI to stay organized and be more productive than ever. Empower your productivity with the Acer Chromebook Plus 515 thanks to its 12th Gen Intel Core i3-1215U Processor and spacious 15.6” Full HD display. An impressive Full HD Facial Auto Exposure Camera, fast wireless connectivity and long-lasting battery life let you transition smoothly between work, home, and personal projects —all day long. And with up to double the speed, memory and storage* – plus popular apps – you have the power to do more. (*When compared to top selling Chromebooks from July 2022 to Dec 2022.)
 

Can I download my VUDU movies to this chromebook and play them on this chromebook when there is no wifi available?

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 HP - 2-in-1 14&quot; Wide Ultra XGA Touch-Screen Chromebook Plus Laptop with Google AI - Intel Core i3 - 8GB Memory - 256GB SSD - Mineral Silver
HP - 2-in-1 14" Wide Ultra XGA Touch-Screen Chromebook Plus Laptop with Google AI - Intel Core i3 - 8GB Memory - 256GB SSD - Mineral Silver
It’s not your little brother’s Chromebook. The new HP Chromebook x360 14-inch is ready for anything you throw at it, with all the specs for serious productivity. It’s the Chrome OS you know, with an elevated level of power in a thin and light, premium design.
 

Can VUDU movies that I own be downloaded onto this chromebook, so that I can watch them in places where I can't get wifi?

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 HP - 2-in-1 14&quot; Wide Ultra XGA Touch-Screen Chromebook Plus Laptop with Google AI - Intel Core i3 - 8GB Memory - 256GB SSD - Mineral Silver
HP - 2-in-1 14" Wide Ultra XGA Touch-Screen Chromebook Plus Laptop with Google AI - Intel Core i3 - 8GB Memory - 256GB SSD - Mineral Silver
It’s not your little brother’s Chromebook. The new HP Chromebook x360 14-inch is ready for anything you throw at it, with all the specs for serious productivity. It’s the Chrome OS you know, with an elevated level of power in a thin and light, premium design.
 

Does the microSD card push all the way into the card reader? If not, how much of it sticks out from the reader?

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The key to superior entertainment, the Tab P12 allows you to substitute deadlines and obligations for some much-deserved downtime. Delve into the vibrant visuals of 3K streaming with ambient color, game like a boss on 8GB RAM with fast-paced, uninterrupted Wi-Fi 6 connection, or finish that page-turner in immersive reader mode featuring intrinsic background music.
 

Is the display 16:10 or 16:9 ?

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 Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 Chrome 14IAU7 Intel Core i3-1215U 8GB 256GB SSD Chrome OS - Refurbished - Storm Grey
Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 Chrome 14IAU7 Intel Core i3-1215U 8GB 256GB SSD Chrome OS - Refurbished - Storm Grey
Take all your essentials anywhere you go with the versatile Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5i Chromebook powered by the 12th Generation Intel Core processors which distributes performance where you need it most — saving you time and increasing your ability to do the things you want.
 

What is the warranty on this refurbished chrome notebook?

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 Acer - Chromebook Plus 515 Laptop with Google AI – 15.6&quot; FHD Display - Intel i3-1215U – 8GB LPDDR5X – 128GB UFS – Wi-Fi 6E - Steel Gray
Acer - Chromebook Plus 515 Laptop with Google AI – 15.6" FHD Display - Intel i3-1215U – 8GB LPDDR5X – 128GB UFS – Wi-Fi 6E - Steel Gray
Google AI on Chromebook Plus will help users connect with AI-powered audio and video enhancements, create whatever you can imagine, with the power of generative AI and collaborate with AI to stay organized and be more productive than ever. Empower your productivity with the Acer Chromebook Plus 515 thanks to its 12th Gen Intel Core i3-1215U Processor and spacious 15.6” Full HD display. An impressive Full HD Facial Auto Exposure Camera, fast wireless connectivity and long-lasting battery life let you transition smoothly between work, home, and personal projects —all day long. And with up to double the speed, memory and storage* – plus popular apps – you have the power to do more. (*When compared to top selling Chromebooks from July 2022 to Dec 2022.)
 

Is UFS storage the same as an ssd?

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 Acer - Chromebook Plus 515 Laptop with Google AI – 15.6&quot; FHD Display - Intel i3-1215U – 8GB LPDDR5X – 128GB UFS – Wi-Fi 6E - Steel Gray
Acer - Chromebook Plus 515 Laptop with Google AI – 15.6" FHD Display - Intel i3-1215U – 8GB LPDDR5X – 128GB UFS – Wi-Fi 6E - Steel Gray
Google AI on Chromebook Plus will help users connect with AI-powered audio and video enhancements, create whatever you can imagine, with the power of generative AI and collaborate with AI to stay organized and be more productive than ever. Empower your productivity with the Acer Chromebook Plus 515 thanks to its 12th Gen Intel Core i3-1215U Processor and spacious 15.6” Full HD display. An impressive Full HD Facial Auto Exposure Camera, fast wireless connectivity and long-lasting battery life let you transition smoothly between work, home, and personal projects —all day long. And with up to double the speed, memory and storage* – plus popular apps – you have the power to do more. (*When compared to top selling Chromebooks from July 2022 to Dec 2022.)
 

Does this chromebook plus have a subshell that allows you to run linux and its applications?

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 HP - Pavilion 2-in-1 14&quot; Touch-Screen Laptop - Intel Core i5 - 8GB Memory - 512GB SSD - Space Blue
HP - Pavilion 2-in-1 14" Touch-Screen Laptop - Intel Core i5 - 8GB Memory - 512GB SSD - Space Blue
Entertainment isn’t just for the couch anymore. With it's 360 degree design and binge-grade performance, this HP Pavilion x360 Laptop is built to keep you entertained anywhere and any way you choose. Entertainment anywhere and any way.
 

Can I expand its RAM to 16Gb? If yes, which Best Buy item should I by?

The RAM for this laptop cannot be expanded or modified.
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 HP - Pavilion 2-in-1 14&quot; Touch-Screen Laptop - Intel Core i5 - 8GB Memory - 512GB SSD - Space Blue
HP - Pavilion 2-in-1 14" Touch-Screen Laptop - Intel Core i5 - 8GB Memory - 512GB SSD - Space Blue
Entertainment isn’t just for the couch anymore. With it's 360 degree design and binge-grade performance, this HP Pavilion x360 Laptop is built to keep you entertained anywhere and any way you choose. Entertainment anywhere and any way.
 

Can the RAM be expanded to 12 or 16GB?

The RAM for this laptop can not be expanded or modified.
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 HP - Pavilion 2-in-1 14&quot; Touch-Screen Laptop - Intel Core i5 - 8GB Memory - 512GB SSD - Space Blue
HP - Pavilion 2-in-1 14" Touch-Screen Laptop - Intel Core i5 - 8GB Memory - 512GB SSD - Space Blue
Entertainment isn’t just for the couch anymore. With it's 360 degree design and binge-grade performance, this HP Pavilion x360 Laptop is built to keep you entertained anywhere and any way you choose. Entertainment anywhere and any way.
 

Can i use a mouse with this

You certainly can! I would recommend a blue-tooth mouse, so you can keep your usb ports available.
Connection is very easy with this laptop.
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 Lenovo - Ideapad 3i 15.6&quot; FHD Touchscreen Laptop - Core i3-1115G4 with 8GB Memory - 256GB SSD - Arctic Grey
Lenovo - Ideapad 3i 15.6" FHD Touchscreen Laptop - Core i3-1115G4 with 8GB Memory - 256GB SSD - Arctic Grey
The ultimate Smart Learning notebook, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3i pairs up to 11th Generation Intel Core i3 processors with tailored work and learn from home solutions that address eye strain, posture problems and at-home distractions, while deploying intelligent thermals for a cool and whisper-quiet system. The new privacy shutter on the camera also lets you reserve complete control over your privacy in the home and beyond.
 

Do I need a technician to set this laptop up. I'm not super technical but my previous laptop was a Lenovo. And I just do the basics. No games or stuff like that. Just email and favorite websites.

My sister has little tech skills, and she had no difficulty setting this laptop up. You should be fine. Just be sure to have your wifi id and password ready, as well as your Microsoft account id and password.
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 Lenovo - Ideapad 3i 15.6&quot; FHD Touchscreen Laptop - Core i3-1115G4 with 8GB Memory - 256GB SSD - Arctic Grey
Lenovo - Ideapad 3i 15.6" FHD Touchscreen Laptop - Core i3-1115G4 with 8GB Memory - 256GB SSD - Arctic Grey
The ultimate Smart Learning notebook, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3i pairs up to 11th Generation Intel Core i3 processors with tailored work and learn from home solutions that address eye strain, posture problems and at-home distractions, while deploying intelligent thermals for a cool and whisper-quiet system. The new privacy shutter on the camera also lets you reserve complete control over your privacy in the home and beyond.
 

How long does battery stay charged

It will depend on how the laptop is being used, and on the power settings used. If you run it with the display screen at max brightness, you will run the battery out faster than if the screen is run at half brightness. If you are streaming movies you will use up the battery faster than if you are just reading emails or working on a simple document. The number given by the manufacturer is probably what is obtained under optimal conditions.
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 Lenovo - Ideapad 3i 15.6&quot; FHD Touchscreen Laptop - Core i3-1115G4 with 8GB Memory - 256GB SSD - Arctic Grey
Lenovo - Ideapad 3i 15.6" FHD Touchscreen Laptop - Core i3-1115G4 with 8GB Memory - 256GB SSD - Arctic Grey
The ultimate Smart Learning notebook, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3i pairs up to 11th Generation Intel Core i3 processors with tailored work and learn from home solutions that address eye strain, posture problems and at-home distractions, while deploying intelligent thermals for a cool and whisper-quiet system. The new privacy shutter on the camera also lets you reserve complete control over your privacy in the home and beyond.
 

Is it windows 11 ?

This laptop runs a special version of Windows 11. It is Windows 11 in S mode. You can find much about it on the internet.
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 Lenovo - Ideapad 3i 15.6&quot; FHD Touchscreen Laptop - Core i3-1115G4 with 8GB Memory - 256GB SSD - Arctic Grey
Lenovo - Ideapad 3i 15.6" FHD Touchscreen Laptop - Core i3-1115G4 with 8GB Memory - 256GB SSD - Arctic Grey
The ultimate Smart Learning notebook, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3i pairs up to 11th Generation Intel Core i3 processors with tailored work and learn from home solutions that address eye strain, posture problems and at-home distractions, while deploying intelligent thermals for a cool and whisper-quiet system. The new privacy shutter on the camera also lets you reserve complete control over your privacy in the home and beyond.
 

Can I add an external hard drive for more storage????

There are two very fast ports on this laptop that you can attach an external drive to. One option that is very convenient is to add a tiny button drive, often called a FIT drive. These extend only a tiny amount from the laptop, and can remain attached even in a sleeve or a case. Here is a link to such a drive that is very economical:
https://www.bestbuy.com/site/pny-256gb-elite-x-fit-usb-3-1-flash-drive-200mb-s-black/6347230.p?skuId=6347230
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 Lenovo - Ideapad 3i 15.6&quot; FHD Touchscreen Laptop - Core i3-1115G4 with 8GB Memory - 256GB SSD - Arctic Grey
Lenovo - Ideapad 3i 15.6" FHD Touchscreen Laptop - Core i3-1115G4 with 8GB Memory - 256GB SSD - Arctic Grey
The ultimate Smart Learning notebook, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3i pairs up to 11th Generation Intel Core i3 processors with tailored work and learn from home solutions that address eye strain, posture problems and at-home distractions, while deploying intelligent thermals for a cool and whisper-quiet system. The new privacy shutter on the camera also lets you reserve complete control over your privacy in the home and beyond.
 

Is this good for gaming?

This laptop can really only handle very simple games, that do not demand much processing power or much in the ways of graphics.
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 Lenovo - Ideapad 3i 15.6&quot; FHD Touchscreen Laptop - Core i3-1115G4 with 8GB Memory - 256GB SSD - Arctic Grey
Lenovo - Ideapad 3i 15.6" FHD Touchscreen Laptop - Core i3-1115G4 with 8GB Memory - 256GB SSD - Arctic Grey
The ultimate Smart Learning notebook, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3i pairs up to 11th Generation Intel Core i3 processors with tailored work and learn from home solutions that address eye strain, posture problems and at-home distractions, while deploying intelligent thermals for a cool and whisper-quiet system. The new privacy shutter on the camera also lets you reserve complete control over your privacy in the home and beyond.
 

Can you charge this with the USB-C port? Does the USB-C port support display-out?

The usb-c port on this laptop does not support display-out. But you can use the included hdmi port to do that.
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 Lenovo - Ideapad 3i 15.6&quot; FHD Touchscreen Laptop - Core i3-1115G4 with 8GB Memory - 256GB SSD - Arctic Grey
Lenovo - Ideapad 3i 15.6" FHD Touchscreen Laptop - Core i3-1115G4 with 8GB Memory - 256GB SSD - Arctic Grey
The ultimate Smart Learning notebook, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3i pairs up to 11th Generation Intel Core i3 processors with tailored work and learn from home solutions that address eye strain, posture problems and at-home distractions, while deploying intelligent thermals for a cool and whisper-quiet system. The new privacy shutter on the camera also lets you reserve complete control over your privacy in the home and beyond.
 

can this be upgraded to include a back lit keyboard?

No, it can't.
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