prof2000
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    December 16, 2018
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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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from Mankato, MN
on December 16, 2018
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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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from Mankato, MN
on December 16, 2018
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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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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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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 this drive be formatted to work with a windows 11 pc?

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 WD - BLACK SN850X 2TB Internal SSD PCIe Gen 4 x4 NVMe
WD - BLACK SN850X 2TB Internal SSD PCIe Gen 4 x4 NVMe
Strap in for breakneck gaming speeds with the WD_BLACK SN850X NVMe internal SSD. Crush load times and slash throttling, lagging, and model pop-ins for a smooth, fast experience that lets you compete at your absolute peak. This purpose-built gaming drive comes in the capacity of 2TB. With the advanced features of Game Mode 2.0 (Windows only) plus speeds that approach the limits of the PCIe Gen43 interface, the WD_BLACK SN850X NVMe SSD delivers top-tier performance to keep you playing, streaming, recording, and dominating the game.
 

Does this drive come with backup software?

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 Crucial - X9 Pro for Mac 2TB External USB-C SSD - Starlight
Crucial - X9 Pro for Mac 2TB External USB-C SSD - Starlight
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.
 

Can this drive be reformatted for use with a Windows 11 pc?

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 WD - BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox 5TB External USB 3.2 Gen 1 Portable Hard Drive - Black With White Trim
WD - BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox 5TB External USB 3.2 Gen 1 Portable Hard Drive - Black With White Trim
The WD_Black P10 Game Drive for Xbox gives your Xbox the tools it needs to keep your competitive edge. With up to 5TB* of storage capacity, the WD_Black P10 Game Drive for Xbox is a top-tier external HDD built specifically for gamers looking to expand the potential of their Xbox so they can drive their game the way they choose. Included with your purchase is a 1-month membership of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, with access to 100+ games on consoles and PC, plus online console multiplayer.
 

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.
 

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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 Crucial - X9 Pro for Mac 2TB External USB-C SSD - Starlight
Crucial - X9 Pro for Mac 2TB External USB-C SSD - Starlight
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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 Crucial - X9 Pro 2TB External USB-C SSD - Space Gray
Crucial - X9 Pro 2TB External USB-C SSD - Space Gray
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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 WD - BLACK 6TB Gaming Internal Hard Drive
WD - BLACK 6TB Gaming Internal Hard Drive
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
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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The next time you~re heading out the door with your PC accessories in tow, reach for the Insignia NS-PPHDCB Hard Drive Carrying Case for 2.5~ Hard Drives and Accessories. This compact case stores the essentials, yet lightweight and easily portable. It~s made of durable PU material, providing protection for your hard drive. A zippered pocket stores your cable while dedicated card slots securely store up to 3 memory cards. Finally, a small carrying strap attaches to a tote bag, purse or backpack, keeping the case with you no matter where you go. Carry this protective case with confidence, knowing that your hard drive is safe and secure.
 

Can it hold flash drives?

Yes it can. There are three elastic straps on the folding
panel specifically for this purpose.
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The next time you~re heading out the door with your PC accessories in tow, reach for the Insignia NS-PPHDCB Hard Drive Carrying Case for 2.5~ Hard Drives and Accessories. This compact case stores the essentials, yet lightweight and easily portable. It~s made of durable PU material, providing protection for your hard drive. A zippered pocket stores your cable while dedicated card slots securely store up to 3 memory cards. Finally, a small carrying strap attaches to a tote bag, purse or backpack, keeping the case with you no matter where you go. Carry this protective case with confidence, knowing that your hard drive is safe and secure.
 

Will this store a seagate external hard drive?

I use it for my 5 TB Seagate One Touch portable hard drive.
It is an excellent fit.
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The next time you~re heading out the door with your PC accessories in tow, reach for the Insignia NS-PPHDCB Hard Drive Carrying Case for 2.5~ Hard Drives and Accessories. This compact case stores the essentials, yet lightweight and easily portable. It~s made of durable PU material, providing protection for your hard drive. A zippered pocket stores your cable while dedicated card slots securely store up to 3 memory cards. Finally, a small carrying strap attaches to a tote bag, purse or backpack, keeping the case with you no matter where you go. Carry this protective case with confidence, knowing that your hard drive is safe and secure.
 

WILL IT HOLD A SEAGATE ONE TOUCH

Yes, very nicely. I use it for my 5 TB drive.
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Turn everyday tasks into something special with Vivobook 14, your essential tool for getting things done easier, anywhere. It~s completely user-friendly too, with its 180~ lay-flat hinge and physical webcam shield. Make all your days more enjoyable with Vivobook 14!
 

Im 82, and unsure of computers. Is this wireless? And also too, if this will support playing POGO games? I also play roller-coaster tycoon. I have a disc for that. Will this work as well? Thank you

This laptop has wifi, and it works well. It does not have
a built in dvd drive, so you would need to get an external
usb dvd drive to use your disc. It should be able to play
games that are not too demanding on the computer.
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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.
 

Can the RAM be expanded from 16GB to 32GB? What type of memory can be used?

There is a second, unoccupied slot for another stick of RAM. Care must be taken, however, to use RAM that is recognized by this pc. I found Crucial to work. The RAM needs to match the speed of the existing stick, and it must be DDR5.
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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.
 

What motherboard does this have and can I install a discrete GPU like Nvidia 5060 or AMD 5060 on this?

This pc uses a proprietary motherboard made by HP.
You will not be able to install a GPU like the 5060, as it requires additional power that the power supply here can not provide, nor the special power supply cable. You can use a low power card that runs on the large pcie slot in the computer. I have successfully installed an RTX 3050 with 6GB GDDR6 ram - it is the version with a cap of 70W power draw.
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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.
 

Can multiple monitors be hooked up?

There is an HDMI port on the back of the computer. There is also a Display Port connection that can be used to connect a second monitor. If that monitor does not have a Display Port connection, a cable or adapter can be used to complete the connection.
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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.
 

Not counting CPU fan, how many case fans are there?

There are no case fans in this pc. The left side panel (the removeable one) is heavily perforated, providing static air flow into the pc. The cpu fan also provides cooling air flow to the solid state drive, which is inside the shroud surrounding the cpu.
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 bella PRO - 4-qt. Touchscreen Slim Air Fryer - Oatmilk
bella PRO - 4-qt. Touchscreen Slim Air Fryer - Oatmilk
The bella PRO 4-qt. Touchscreen Space Saving Air Fryer will fit perfectly in your kitchen. Featuring 5 preset settings and an adjustable temperature up to 400~F, you can easily cook your favorites for friends and family (up to 3.3 lbs. of food). The 60-minute auto shut-off timer ensures precise cooking results every time. Made without PFAS, PFOA, PTFE, Lead, and Cadmium, the EverGood Ceramic Nonstick Coating gives you confidence & peace of mind when using this air fryer, while dishwasher-safe parts simplify the cleanup process and save you valuable time. Powered by high-performance circular heat technology, this air fryer evenly circulates heat for quick, crispy, and perfectly cooked food.
 

What is the length of the power cord? Any recommendations about placing the air fryer under the kitchen cabinets?

The power cord is 34 inches long. The air fryer needs to be fairly close to the power outlet.
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 bella PRO - 4-qt. Touchscreen Slim Air Fryer - Oatmilk
bella PRO - 4-qt. Touchscreen Slim Air Fryer - Oatmilk
The bella PRO 4-qt. Touchscreen Space Saving Air Fryer will fit perfectly in your kitchen. Featuring 5 preset settings and an adjustable temperature up to 400~F, you can easily cook your favorites for friends and family (up to 3.3 lbs. of food). The 60-minute auto shut-off timer ensures precise cooking results every time. Made without PFAS, PFOA, PTFE, Lead, and Cadmium, the EverGood Ceramic Nonstick Coating gives you confidence & peace of mind when using this air fryer, while dishwasher-safe parts simplify the cleanup process and save you valuable time. Powered by high-performance circular heat technology, this air fryer evenly circulates heat for quick, crispy, and perfectly cooked food.
 

Can you program a wattage limit? I can’t have an appliances exceed 1000 watts where I live

The wattage used increases with the set temperature, and also with the speed of the fan (which can't be set).
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