Improve your workstation by connecting your laptop to an external monitor with this Insignia DisplayPort to HDMI Adapter. The adapter supports 4K Ultra HD to prevent loss in quality when transferring between screens. It features a sleek braided cable jacket that flexes and bends to easily connect, and the plug-and-play design makes setup a breeze.
This adapter provided a quick means to use a display port connection on the back of a new desktop computer thereby allowing me to hook up a second monitor to my system. It has worked very well and is good value.
Intelligent performance and trusted tech for your most demanding tasks. The HP OmniDesk Desktop AI PC combines trusted technology with intelligent performance in a sophisticated design that complements any space. Equipped with the latest ports, powerful Intel Core processor with built-in AI technology, plenty of storage, and reliable Wi-Fi technology for fast and stable connections, it effortlessly handles critical daily tasks and powers up your everyday work and play.
I was able to get an incredible deal on this computer as an "Open box" item, classified in excellent condition. It arrived quickly in the original box and using the original packing materials. It was in excellent condition, and included all the original pieces. Cosmetically it was in excellent shape. Even the instruction pamphlets were included.
It had been reset to its condition leaving the factory, as was seen when I powered it up and went through the standard set up procedure for a windows pc on first start up. I encountered no difficulties at all, and had it up and running very quickly. I connected it to a 28inch, 4K, 60Hz monitor that is shared with an old tower (to the left of the monitor). The HP tower is to the right of the monitor.
In the photos I show the display using the internal graphics built into the tower. The photos don't do it justice. The display is truly breath taking. I will be using this new computer to view and sort family photos (over four thousand of them). I will also do light editing of these photos, where needed.
The CPU on this computer is much faster and more powerful than that on my old machine (an 8th gen i5). I am able to my photo work and other home tasks (shopping, light research, videos, movies, etc.) easily and quickly.
I did a number of upgrades on my old tower. I also have built a modestly powered pc that I use to do more advanced photo editing, and light gaming. So it was not long before I opened up this HP to see what it looked like and what upgrades might be possible. In one photo you see what the full interior looks like, as well as two close ups. The interior is very clean and simple - an indication of good engineering. Cable management is excellent. The shroud over the cpu and storage drive guide the warm air out of the tower. The fan used to drive the air is extremely quiet. It is almost inaudible.
The storage drive is under the shroud, and is cooled by the air moving through the shroud. The storage drive is fast, doing over 6000MB/s both read and write. It has a 1TB capacity. There are no other available m.2 NVMe on the motherboard.
However, as several other reviewers have pointed out, there are two SATA ports for data as well as one power SATA port on the motherboard. I obtained a cable to plug into the power connector and another cable to split the power to two connectors to power two 2.5inch SSDs. I obtained two data SATA cables to connect to the two SSDs. I obtained a metal cage to house the two SSDs. I stuck the metal cage to the side of the power supply, as seen in the photo showing my upgrades. Both SSDs work, and yield speeds of over 500MB/s. They run cool, and draw very little power.
Another upgrade I made was to the memory. The pc comes with one stick of 16GB DDR5 ram. I added a second 16GB stick of DDR5 ram. The first try didn't work, and was rejected by the BIOS of the pc. My second try, using Crucial ram was successful. I suspect the initial ram was simply not recognized by the BIOS of this machine.
I went into the BIOS and found that it is a very simple and barebones system. There is very little that is adjustable in it. I know that there is a fan curve in it to escalate the speed of the cooling fan, because I can hear the fan speed up as the cpu gets hotter. But there is no way the user can adjust that fan curve. I believe the BIOS was kept simple and limited to protect the typical user this pc was designed for.
A third upgrade I made was to install a low power graphics card, to permit simple video editing and modest game play. I chose the RTX 3050 with 6GB GDDR6 video ram, in the version with a peak power draw of 70W. This card draws all its power from the pcie slot. An added benefit of this card is that its two fans help improve the circulation of the air within the pc. They are fairly quiet under my ordinary operating conditions.
Not seen in the photo of my upgrades is a fourth upgrade consisting of an expansion card that adds two USB 3.0 ports to the rear of my computer. Since the pcie slot needed for this in under the graphics card, I used a ribbon connector to extend the port 50mm to the side and installed the low profile card under the cage holding my two SSDs. I use those ports for data transfer from two external hard drives (with their own external power).
I have been running my new pc with all its upgrades for over a month now with no issues. I am very happy with this pc. I recommend it highly, even with no upgrades.
Protect the delicate components of your computer setup with this CyberPower Systems standby UPS system. This uninterruptible power supply adds a layer of defense against surges, spikes and sags, keeping circuits from overloading and electronics from burning out. Offering eight standard outlets and battery backup, this CyberPower Systems standby UPS system provides space for connecting your PC, printer, scanners and other devices to a reliable power supply.
I purchased this for a small desktop I recently purchased for home use. This tower has a 280W power supply, and is being used with a 28inch, 4K, 60Hz monitor. The system is used mainly for viewing and sorting family photos, shopping, viewing online videos and movies, and other assorted things. This back-up system is well matched to these needs. It is also an economical solution for this system. I recommend it highly.
Logitech Mouse Pad is a soft, smooth, no-slip mouse pad made from high-quality materials that lets you glide away with your favorite Logitech Mouse. Fine weave material cuts the friction, so your mouse glides effortlessly and silently. The spill-proof coating withstands accidental mishaps, so liquids can easily be wiped away.
This mouse pad looks good and does a good job. It is a quality item and promises to last a long time. It comes in several attractive colors - I find the blue one most appealing! I recommend it most highly.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Insignia - DisplayPort to HDMI Adapter - Black
This DisplayPort to HDMI adapter converts a DisplayPort output to an HDMI input, letting you connect your computer to an HDMI-enabled TV, monitor or projector. Resolutions up to 4K Ultra HD (4096 ~ 2160p) at 60Hz deliver outstanding presentations or movie showings with crystal clear video quality. Plus, the compact design makes it easy to carry, and plug and play technology requires no additional software on your end.
Many desktop pcs these days have one HDMI connector, and one or more Display Port connectors. This simple adapter permits one to convert a Display Port connector to an additional HDMI connector. This particular adapter is economical, and does a good job. I have purchased several, to use with my three towers. I recommend it highly.
Easily and quickly record up to 100GB of data with this LG BP50NB40 8x external USB 2.0 Blu-ray Disc rewriter that features 6x maximum BD-R and 2x BD-RE write speeds to help you rapidly complete your tasks.
I am digitizing and archiving thousands of precious family photos spanning close to 100 years. The safest, most durable, and longest lived media for storing digital media is presently the M-DISC. This particular drive can write to 100 GB M-DISC, allowing one to conveniently write large directories in one pass. It also allows multiple copies to be made and sent to other family members. At present I have purchased two of these drives, and plan to purchase more in the near future. I recommend this particular drive most highly.
Store and play files on disk with this portable LG external DVD writer. Its 8x DVD and 24x CD write speeds let you produce optical copies efficiently, and its silent play technology optimizes read speed while reducing noise. This slim LG external DVD writer supports M-DISC formats for high-quality data storage.
This portable DVD writer works very well. I use it primarily to safely archive photos while travelling, and for long term storage at home. Its ability to write to M-DISC provides copies that will safely last over 50 years - far greater than any other technology presently available. For such long term planning, I have purchased three of these units. There are fewer and fewer manufacturers of good drives of this type. I highly recommend this particular model.
Protect your PC and other electronic devices from power abnormalities with this CyberPower UPS. It features 12 standard outlets and two USB charging ports to provide full-time surge protection for a variety of equipment. This CyberPower UPS has an output of 950 VA/510 W so it can handle powerful devices for up to two minutes at full load.
This is a very good back-up system for a mid-sized gaming pc. My system has a 750W power supply powering a 14th gen i5 processor with a RTX 5060 graphics card, four m.2 NVMes, two internal hard drives, and two internal SSDs. My monitor is a 27inch, 4K, up to 120Hz display. I use my system primarily for photo editing, and occasionally racing games (Forza Horizon 4 and 5). I tested the back-up system by doing a fast cut off of the line power using a power strip with a fast switch. Both the monitor and pc continued without even a flicker, and continued running for 10 minutes, when I powered both down. I have been using the setup for 6 months, and have had no issues. This back-up system is very economical and serves my system extremely well. I recommend it highly.
The Logitech G309 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Mouse was designed to optimize performance in your game. This PC gaming mouse delivers advanced wireless tech and innovation for all gamers to play at their max potential. Enjoy up to 300+ hours of play with the included AA battery or unlimited battery life with POWERPLAY. The Logitech G309 LIGHTSPEED is a lightweight gaming mouse that weighs just 3 oz (86g) with the AA battery or (2.4 oz) 68g with POWERPLAY. Min limits. Max precision. Max speed. Max performance.
This wireless gaming mouse is a good match with my all white gaming tower! It works very well, and feels good in my hand. I snatched this one up on a sale. It is a good buy.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Thrustmaster - eSwap X Racing Wheel Module Forza Horizon 5 for Xbox One, Xbox X|S, Windows - Black
This Racing Wheel Module is a cutting-edge new product that takes the re-centering technology found in simulation racing wheels and brings it to the world of gamepads. Experience an absolutely thrilling level of immersion by mastering turns and drifting on any type of terrain thanks to Racing Wheel Module~s 95~ rotation angle and non-slip surface. Compatible with the eSwap X Pro Controller gamepad, this product is an officially-licensed Xbox and Forza Horizon 5 device, compatible with Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and PC (Windows 10, 11). Thanks to T-MOD modular technology, you can choose where to place Racing Wheel Module on your eSwap gamepad, for enhanced comfort and a customized gaming style. With the ThrustmapperX software, you can configure Racing Wheel Module~s sensitivity and dead zones. When Racing Wheel Module is inserted, the D-pad inputs are automatically assigned to the rear buttons (1, 2, 3, 4). ThrustmapperX is available for Windows, and accessible directly via the Xbox menu!
I have the Thrustmaster Pro Controller, and wanted a backup wheel for my setup. I haven't needed it so far, but want it ready just in case. I was able to snatch this one on sale!
WD - easystore 18TB External USB 3.0 Hard Drive - Black
Carry and preserve important files wherever you go with this Western Digital easystore desktop hard drive. The 18TB capacity offers ample storage space for your files, while the USB interface ensures compatibility with a wide range of devices. This Western Digital easystore external hard drive has a compact profile for increased portability, and the included WD Discovery software makes backing up data easy.
How long is the usb cable for this external drive?
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WD - easystore 18TB External USB 3.0 Hard Drive - Black
Carry and preserve important files wherever you go with this Western Digital easystore desktop hard drive. The 18TB capacity offers ample storage space for your files, while the USB interface ensures compatibility with a wide range of devices. This Western Digital easystore external hard drive has a compact profile for increased portability, and the included WD Discovery software makes backing up data easy.
How long is the power cord for this external drive?
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WD - easystore 18TB External USB 3.0 Hard Drive - Black
Carry and preserve important files wherever you go with this Western Digital easystore desktop hard drive. The 18TB capacity offers ample storage space for your files, while the USB interface ensures compatibility with a wide range of devices. This Western Digital easystore external hard drive has a compact profile for increased portability, and the included WD Discovery software makes backing up data easy.
What hard disk drive is inside the enclosure?
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WD - easystore 18TB External USB 3.0 Hard Drive - Black
Carry and preserve important files wherever you go with this Western Digital easystore desktop hard drive. The 18TB capacity offers ample storage space for your files, while the USB interface ensures compatibility with a wide range of devices. This Western Digital easystore external hard drive has a compact profile for increased portability, and the included WD Discovery software makes backing up data easy.
What temperatures do you get with this drive when writing large files to it? Does it throttle when the temperature gets high?
Find a reliable storage solution for large files with this WD easystore external desktop hard drive. The USB 3.0 interface and backward-compatibility with USB 2.0 offer broad connectivity, while the automatic backup solution reduces the risk of data loss. This WD easystore external desktop hard drive features a 8TB capacity to provide ample space for videos and photos.
Ideal for the home, office, or dorm, Seagate Expansion desktop drive offers enormous desktop storage for photos, movies, music and more. Backing up and transferring content is incredibly easy ~ just drag and drop! To get set up, connect the USB hard drive to Windows or Mac ~ no software required. For Apple Time Machine, simply reformat. Included is an 18-inch USB 3.0 cable and 18W power adapter. Plus, Seagate Expansion comes with Rescue Data Recovery Services for additional peace of mind.
Does this external hard drive have a fan to aid in cooling?
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Seagate - Barracuda 8TB Internal SATA Hard Drive for Desktops
Versatile and dependable, the fierce Seagate BarraCuda 3.5-inch drives are the latest generation of a super-reliable product family spanning 20 years. Count on BarraCuda drives for all your PC needs: working, playing, and storing your movies and music. With capacities up to 8TB for desktops, BarraCuda leads the market with the widest range of storage options available. Seagate equivalent and backward compatible models: ST8000DM004, ST8000DMZ04.
What is the manufacturer's warranty for this 8TB hard disk drive?
Ideal for the home, office, or dorm, Seagate Expansion desktop drive offers enormous desktop storage for photos, movies, music and more. Backing up and transferring content is incredibly easy ~ just drag and drop! To get set up, connect the USB hard drive to Windows or Mac ~ no software required. For Apple Time Machine, simply reformat. Included is an 18-inch USB 3.0 cable and 18W power adapter. Plus, Seagate Expansion comes with Rescue Data Recovery Services for additional peace of mind.
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Seagate - FireCuda 4TB Internal SATA Hard Drive for Desktops
Expand your potential and build your dream rig with FireCuda HDD. Ideal for serious gamers and creative pros alike, this HDD dominates~delivering massive capacity, 7200-RPM speeds, ultra-large 256MB cache, and time-tested endurance that withstands the rigors of modern gaming and the trials of photo/video editing. With a 300TB/year workload rate for sustained abuse, you can create your ultimate storage vault without sacrifice.
How do you attach this 4tb internal drive inside a desktop computer?
I don't see any screw holes on the sides of the drive, or on
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Seagate - FireCuda 4TB Internal SATA Hard Drive for Desktops
Expand your potential and build your dream rig with FireCuda HDD. Ideal for serious gamers and creative pros alike, this HDD dominates~delivering massive capacity, 7200-RPM speeds, ultra-large 256MB cache, and time-tested endurance that withstands the rigors of modern gaming and the trials of photo/video editing. With a 300TB/year workload rate for sustained abuse, you can create your ultimate storage vault without sacrifice.
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 the Lenovo Ideapad answer and make phone calls?
No, you can not make or receive phone calls on this laptop. It does not take a sim card, needed to make and receive phone calls. You could, however, make calls over the internet using an app like Skype.
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.
Does this laptop Model 82H803SDUS have a built in microphone, I tried in the setting but it said not available?
This laptop has dual microphones, one on each side of the camera facing the user. They may be muted, and you should see that in the Settings. If it says it is unavailable in the Settings, you should take it back and ask for help.
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.
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.
It does not have a built-in stylus, but neither did it when it was brand new. You can get a simple rubber tipped stylus for around $5. You can get an active pencil stylus from Lenovo for around $25.
Take all your essentials anywhere you go with the versatile Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5i Chromebook Plus laptop powered by the 13th Generation Intel Core processor which distributes performance where you need it most ~ saving you time and increasing your ability to do the things you want. With a 2x faster Intel Core processor and up to double the memory and storage, edit Google Docs, photos, and videos, while watching your favorite shows in full HD on a 1080p display. Plus, more power means faster gameplay. With a first-of-its-kind design, experience the power of a processor designed for real-world multitasking. This unique 2-in-1 convertible Chromebook Plus laptop is packed with privacy protection features that give you a peace of mind and get you started faster. The 14" screen, stylus pen support and a larger touchpad let you do more, watch more and play more at home or outside.
Take all your essentials anywhere you go with the versatile Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5i Chromebook Plus laptop powered by the 13th Generation Intel Core processor which distributes performance where you need it most ~ saving you time and increasing your ability to do the things you want. With a 2x faster Intel Core processor and up to double the memory and storage, edit Google Docs, photos, and videos, while watching your favorite shows in full HD on a 1080p display. Plus, more power means faster gameplay. With a first-of-its-kind design, experience the power of a processor designed for real-world multitasking. This unique 2-in-1 convertible Chromebook Plus laptop is packed with privacy protection features that give you a peace of mind and get you started faster. The 14" screen, stylus pen support and a larger touchpad let you do more, watch more and play more at home or outside.
I bought this but one problem. There is no user manual or web site to show how to use? Lots of questions to,where all the functions are. How do I get a users manual about operation? Thank you!
At the very bottom of the Features sidebar on the Best Buy product web page there is a link to the user manual for this chromebook. There is also a link to the manufacturer's spec sheet.
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.
What Ports&Slots does it come with - couldn't easily find the information.
Does it have a USB-A? how many?
HMDI?
USB-C?
Headphone?
MicroSD card slot?
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.
There is only one ssd slot for storage. To upgrade you have to remove the ssd installed, and put in the new one. You should also look into cloning options and backup options before proceeding with the upgrade.
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Tab P12 with Lenovo Tab Pen Plus - ZACH0165US - Storm Grey
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.
What is the maximum size/type SD Card compatible with the Lenova P12?
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.
Are the specs correct when it says 14.5 width, and height is 0.78, but the screen is 15.6" trying to get a bag for my daughter and need to know If it will fit.