prof2000
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Crucial - X8 2TB External USB-C 3.2 Gen 2/USB-A Portable SSD - Black
The Crucial® X8 Portable SSD stores up to 2TB of data at phenomenal speeds up to 1050MB/s — that’s up to 1.8x faster than other portable SSDs and up to 7.5x faster than portable hard drives.¹ It also works with numerous devices — from computers to consoles, tablets, and smartphones.²
Excellent for backups
Customer Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
I use this portable SSD to do image backups of my laptop
while traveling. It is very fast and reliable. I got it during
Black Friday at a very good price. It is a very good buy.
while traveling. It is very fast and reliable. I got it during
Black Friday at a very good price. It is a very good buy.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: False
Length of ownership: 224
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eneloop AA and AAA NiMH ready to use rechargeable batteries utilize Panasonic advanced rechargeable battery technology, allowing them to be recharged up to 2100 times2. eneloop AA and AAA rechargeable batteries deliver consistent power performance, maintain 70% of their charge for up to 10 years1, come pre-charged by solar power3 (at the factory) and are ready to use out of the package. These eneloop batteries also feature extreme temperature performance down to -4 deg F. Pair eneloop and eneloop pro AA and AAA batteries with Panasonic advanced, quick advanced, or super quick advance eneloop chargers to maximize your rechargeable battery experience.
Excellent quality and utility
Customer Rating
5.0
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
These Panasonic rechargeable NiM-H batteries are probably
the best you can buy, and an excellent value. They are high
capacity and hold their charge exceptionally well. And if
you watch for deals, they go on sale a few times a year!
the best you can buy, and an excellent value. They are high
capacity and hold their charge exceptionally well. And if
you watch for deals, they go on sale a few times a year!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Be ready in the event of severe weather or other catastrophes with this Midland emergency crank radio. The radio features crank, rechargeable and solar energy options, keeping you connected if the power goes out. This Midland emergency crank radio charges devices so you can make calls and includes an SOS flashlight beacon to bring assistance.
Solid and reliable
Customer Rating
5.0
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
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I have had this radio for about 5.5 years now, and I have
found it to be solid and reliable. I live in a region that has
a number of tornado alerts each year, as well as other
weather related alerts. This radio does a very good job
of providing warnings, and monitoring the situations as
they are in progress. I am impressed by how long the
battery holds its charge (when not in use). I top it up
about every 6 months. This is a very good choice as
an emergency weather alert radio.
found it to be solid and reliable. I live in a region that has
a number of tornado alerts each year, as well as other
weather related alerts. This radio does a very good job
of providing warnings, and monitoring the situations as
they are in progress. I am impressed by how long the
battery holds its charge (when not in use). I top it up
about every 6 months. This is a very good choice as
an emergency weather alert radio.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Mobile Submission: False
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Midland ER40 Emergency Radio includes a 2600 mAh Rechargeable Battery, Micro USB Charging Cable, Wrist Lanyard, and Owner’s Manual. The ER40 features NOAA Weather Information and Alerts, AM/FM Radio with Clock, and Multiple Power Sources. Power sources include a Solar Panel, Hand Crank, and Lithium Rechargeable Battery. The Hand Crank is perfect for short charge during a power outage. Also features a flashlight with SOS Strobe and a large, backlit LCD Display.
A good and compact emergency radio
Customer Rating
5.0
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
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This is a good and compact emergency radio. It has
a large rechargeable battery (2600 mAh). It picks up
all the NOAA weather stations in your area. It can
monitor those stations and issue a loud alert when
these stations warn of approaching dangerous weather.
It can also receive AM and FM radio stations in your area.
The battery can be charged 3 ways: via USB, via a
hand crank, or via a small solar panel. It is a good value.
a large rechargeable battery (2600 mAh). It picks up
all the NOAA weather stations in your area. It can
monitor those stations and issue a loud alert when
these stations warn of approaching dangerous weather.
It can also receive AM and FM radio stations in your area.
The battery can be charged 3 ways: via USB, via a
hand crank, or via a small solar panel. It is a good value.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: False
Length of ownership: 40
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Tackle a variety of projects with your HP Color LaserJet Pro M252 or MFP M277 series printer with this HP 201AXL cf401a toner cartridge, which delivers vibrant cyan hues and produces up to 1,400 pages. JetIntelligence yields professional results.
An excellent toner cartridge
Customer Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
I have been purchasing this toner cartridge from
Best Buy for a number of years. It always arrives
in just a few days. It is always nicely packed inside
a good box. It is always in excellent condition.
Best Buy for a number of years. It always arrives
in just a few days. It is always nicely packed inside
a good box. It is always in excellent condition.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: False
Length of ownership: 12
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Equip your HP Color LaserJet Pro M252 or MFP M277 series printer with this HP 201A cf400a cartridge, which features black ColorSphere 3 toner for rich, dark text and lets you create up to 1,500 prints.
Excellent toner cartridge
Customer Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
I have been purchasing this toner cartridge from
Best Buy for a number of years. It always arrives in
just a few days, in a nicely packed box. It is always
in excellent condition.
Best Buy for a number of years. It always arrives in
just a few days, in a nicely packed box. It is always
in excellent condition.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: False
Length of ownership: 12
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The Insignia 6' USB 3.0 A-Male to A-Female Extension Cable extends the length of your USB cable to connect your printer, keyboard and other devices. With a simple plug-and-play connection, just insert the male connector into your device’s USB port and your existing USB cable into the other end and enjoy the extension with no additional setup required. Supporting data transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps, you can trust that this extension cable will deliver the speed you need. A 6 ft. length allows flexible placement options and reach. Nickel-plated connectors and a durable PVC cable ensure the lasting usability you need.
A good extension cable
Customer Rating
4.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Quality
4.0
Value
4.0
This is a solidly built extension cable. The female end
makes a good, solid connection. The male end is also
of good quality. The cable itself also appears to be of
good quality. This serves my needs well.
makes a good, solid connection. The male end is also
of good quality. The cable itself also appears to be of
good quality. This serves my needs well.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: False
Length of ownership: 33
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Compact design with up to 23-mile range. With weather alerts, be prepared for storms and emergencies with built-in NOAA radio receiver. Voice-activated (VOX) transmission frees hands for other tasks. Five selectable tones will distinguish between different parties for incoming calls. A total of 2662 channel combinations are available when the 22 channels are combined with the 121 privacy codes (38 CTCSS/83 DCS). These combinations prevent interference from other radios.
A good, budget pair of FRS radios
Customer Rating
4.0
Quality
4.0
Value
4.0
Ease of Use
4.0
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This is a pair of good, budget FRS radios.
I have used them up to a 1/4 mile in a
residential neighborhood, with some trees.
They sound very good and clear in that setting -
absolutely no static!
I have used them up to a 1/4 mile in a
residential neighborhood, with some trees.
They sound very good and clear in that setting -
absolutely no static!
I have tested them inside a car, and they will
permit car to car communications for distances
up to at least a 1/4 mile.
permit car to car communications for distances
up to at least a 1/4 mile.
These radios are compact and easily fit most hands.
They are easy to use, and work right out of the box.
They are easy to use, and work right out of the box.
My only criticism is that the rechargeable Ni-MH batteries
provided have a small capacity of only 650 mAh. On the
plus side, they will take less time to recharge using the
provided cradle than higher capacity Ni-MH rechargeable
AA batteries.
provided have a small capacity of only 650 mAh. On the
plus side, they will take less time to recharge using the
provided cradle than higher capacity Ni-MH rechargeable
AA batteries.
I got mine on sale, and consider them a good buy.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: False
Length of ownership: 16
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Carry your laptop, tablet and other school or office essentials securely with this Case Logic Ashton Sleeve. The spacious padded compartment fits laptops and tablets up to 13 inches. Made from durable polyester material on the outside with a soft fabric inside to protect to your devices. This Case Logic sleeve features a zippered pocket to securely hold accessories, chargers, power banks, keys, wallets and anything else you need on the go.
Perfect fit for my HP 14" laptop!
Customer Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
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This sleeve is a perfect fit for my HP 14" laptop! It provides
good padding for protection. The zipper is sturdy. I got it
at a good price during the Black Friday deals!
good padding for protection. The zipper is sturdy. I got it
at a good price during the Black Friday deals!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: False
Length of ownership: 111
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Your new go-to card + adapter combo, the Micro SD PRO Plus + Adapter makes capturing seamless 4K video on compatible phones or drones a breeze. Plus, the expanded storage provides you the freedom to play more high-performance and intensive games on your tablet or gaming device. It’s all the extra space you need from a brand you can count on.
Extra storage for chromebook
Customer Rating
5.0
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
I got this as extra storage for a new chromebook. It has worked very well and sticks out from the chromebook
a negligible amount, allowing it to remain even while
the chromebook is inside a protective sleeve. I got it
at a great price during the Black Friday sales!
a negligible amount, allowing it to remain even while
the chromebook is inside a protective sleeve. I got it
at a great price during the Black Friday sales!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: False
Length of ownership: 112
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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.
Are the hinges made of metal?
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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.
Would disabling S mode affect Geek Squad Protection ?
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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.
Is the c port usb 3.2 ver 2? Or is it usb 3.2 ver 1?
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Dependable storage for your favorite devices, wherever you go - that's what the Crucial X9 Portable SSD offers. With lots of space for all yoru favorite photos, videos, games and more, the Crucial X9 gives you speedy file transfers and compatibility with PCs, Macs, tablets, gaming consoles and Android phones, making it the perfect plug-and-play storage solution
What is the TBW value for this external drive?
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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.
What is the TBW value for this portable drive?
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Lenovo - Ideapad 3i 15.6" FHD Touchscreen Laptop - Core i5-1155G7 with 8GB Memory - 512GB SSD - Abyss Blue
The ultimate Smart Learning notebook, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3i pairs up to 11th Generation Intel Core i5 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 does the bottom of this laptop look like? Does it have a large, perforated grid for ventilation?
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Lenovo - Ideapad 3i 15.6" FHD Touchscreen Laptop - Core i5-1155G7 with 8GB Memory - 512GB SSD - Abyss Blue
The ultimate Smart Learning notebook, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3i pairs up to 11th Generation Intel Core i5 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.
Where online can I find the manual for this laptop?
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Lenovo - Ideapad 3i 15.6" FHD Touchscreen Laptop - Core i5-1155G7 with 8GB Memory - 512GB SSD - Abyss Blue
The ultimate Smart Learning notebook, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3i pairs up to 11th Generation Intel Core i5 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 far back can the screen be tilted? Can it be folded flat (to 180deg)? What is the maximum angle of tilt?
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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 the user upgrade the internal storage of this laptop? How difficult is it? What types of ssd are supported?
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HP - 15.6" Full HD Laptop - AMD Ryzen 5 7520U - 16GB Memory - 256GB SSD - Natural Silver
Designed to have your back. The reliable AMD processor and AMD Radeon graphics give you the power and capacity to do more. Video chat in vibrant clarity with a high-quality camera you can close when not in use, keeping you safe online. The long-lasting battery life and HP Fast Charge help you stay in the zone longer. With ample storage space and speedy connections, this PC has all the must-haves to get your hustle on.
Is the storage SSD user accessible and changeable? How difficult would it be?
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Nikon - Monarch 5 8x42 Binoculars - Black
Clearly view distant subjects and scenes with these Nikon Monarch 5 binoculars, which feature 42mm-diameter ED (extra-low dispersion) glass lenses with fully multicoated optics and 8x magnification.
Would this Monarch 5 8x42 function well for stargazing?
They should work well for stargazing.
They have a wide field of view, and very
good light collection. The image has
exceptional clarity.
They have a wide field of view, and very
good light collection. The image has
exceptional clarity.
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Nikon - Monarch 7 10x30 Binoculars - Black
Scope out landscapes, wildlife and other subjects with these Nikon MONARCH compact binoculars. The dielectric high-reflective multilayer prism coatings on the lenses provide high color accuracy and sharp contrast, while the compact design makes carrying and storing simple. These Nikon MONARCH compact binoculars have a large field of view, so finding subjects is easy.
Do the two separate vision tubes bend? Sorry I do not have a more elegant way to say this. I saw a video where it said to get one that will move.
It is possible to pivot them to adjust to
one's eye separation. This is easy to do.
one's eye separation. This is easy to do.
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Samsung - Geek Squad Certified Refurbished Galaxy S22 256GB (Unlocked) - Green
Geek Squad® Certified Refurbished products are thoroughly, painstakingly and lovingly tested, so you can be sure that your device will work right, right away. Geek Squad® Certified Refurbished products.Galaxy S22 is redefining the epic standard – both for what a smartphone can do with video and for what you can communicate, create, and experience with it. In other words, if you’ve got something to say, Galaxy S22 makes it possible to say anything you want with video, at any time-even in the darkness of night.
Does this phone allow you to mount two physical simms into the phone?
My phone came with a mount for two physical SIMs.
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Samsung - Geek Squad Certified Refurbished Galaxy S22 256GB (Unlocked) - Green
Geek Squad® Certified Refurbished products are thoroughly, painstakingly and lovingly tested, so you can be sure that your device will work right, right away. Geek Squad® Certified Refurbished products.Galaxy S22 is redefining the epic standard – both for what a smartphone can do with video and for what you can communicate, create, and experience with it. In other words, if you’ve got something to say, Galaxy S22 makes it possible to say anything you want with video, at any time-even in the darkness of night.
Does this phone come with a charging cable, a charging plug, a simm mounting tool ?
My phone came with a charging cable and a charging
plug. But they were each for an apple phone, not an android phone. There was no SIM mounting tool.
plug. But they were each for an apple phone, not an android phone. There was no SIM mounting tool.
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Samsung - Geek Squad Certified Refurbished Galaxy S22 256GB (Unlocked) - Green
Geek Squad® Certified Refurbished products are thoroughly, painstakingly and lovingly tested, so you can be sure that your device will work right, right away. Geek Squad® Certified Refurbished products.Galaxy S22 is redefining the epic standard – both for what a smartphone can do with video and for what you can communicate, create, and experience with it. In other words, if you’ve got something to say, Galaxy S22 makes it possible to say anything you want with video, at any time-even in the darkness of night.
Is this phone factory unlocked, or is it carrier unlocked?
CP2K16G4DFRA32A is the Crucial 32GB kit consisting of (2) 16GB DDR4 Pro desktop modules that operate at the speed of 3200MT/s and has a CAS Latency of 22. It is a UDIMM and conforms to the industry standard DDR4 UDIMM layout of 288 pins. It is compatible with systems that can take DDR4-3200 UDIMM memory.
Are these sticks plug and play or will we need to do some set up in the Bios
They will be plug and play, as long as you are not
planning on over-clocking.
planning on over-clocking.
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CP2K16G4DFRA32A is the Crucial 32GB kit consisting of (2) 16GB DDR4 Pro desktop modules that operate at the speed of 3200MT/s and has a CAS Latency of 22. It is a UDIMM and conforms to the industry standard DDR4 UDIMM layout of 288 pins. It is compatible with systems that can take DDR4-3200 UDIMM memory.
Is this compatible with the Lenovo 510A-15ICB? I have attached a photo of the specs of the computer. If so, what would it cost to have it installed and how long would it take?
I have this exact same computer - and this memory kit
worked perfectly with it. It even provided the maximum
possible speed permitted with my CPU! Installing it
yourself is relatively easy and painless. Watch a few
videos, and you could do it in as little as 15 minutes.
worked perfectly with it. It even provided the maximum
possible speed permitted with my CPU! Installing it
yourself is relatively easy and painless. Watch a few
videos, and you could do it in as little as 15 minutes.
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Shield and showcase your Samsung Galaxy S22 smartphone with this clear SaharaCase CP00199 Hybrid-Flex Hard Shell Series case. The triple-hardened TPU construction limits yellowing and stretching, while the nonslip grip offers secure, comfortable handling. This SaharaCase Hybrid-Flex Hard Shell Series case features shock-absorbing corners to reduce impact from accidental drops and a built-in camera hood to protect the lens from scratches.
does this include a screen protector
This case does not include a screen protector.
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Shield and showcase your Samsung Galaxy S22 smartphone with this clear SaharaCase CP00199 Hybrid-Flex Hard Shell Series case. The triple-hardened TPU construction limits yellowing and stretching, while the nonslip grip offers secure, comfortable handling. This SaharaCase Hybrid-Flex Hard Shell Series case features shock-absorbing corners to reduce impact from accidental drops and a built-in camera hood to protect the lens from scratches.
Does this case work with wireless charging
This case works well with wireless charging for me.
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Samsung - Geek Squad Certified Refurbished Galaxy S22 256GB (Unlocked) - Phantom Black
Geek Squad® Certified Refurbished products are thoroughly, painstakingly and lovingly tested, so you can be sure that your device will work right, right away. Geek Squad® Certified Refurbished products.Galaxy S22 is redefining the epic standard – both for what a smartphone can do with video and for what you can communicate, create, and experience with it. In other words, if you’ve got something to say, Galaxy S22 makes it possible to say anything you want with video, at any time-even in the darkness of night.