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Compaq Presario 6450nx Desktop PC (2.53-GHz Pentium 4, 512 MB RAM, 120 GB Hard Drive)
Manufacturer: Compaq ProductGroup: Personal Computer Binding: Personal Computers Accessories:
ASIN: B00008LUOH |
Amazon.com Product Description
No matter what level of computer you need, chances are that at least one model in Compaq's wide-ranging Presario 6400 series of desktop computers is a good fit. Near the upper end of the scale lies the Presario 6450nx Desktop PC, a robust unit that lacks high-end 3-D performance and DVD burning but is otherwise capable of taking on most any leisure or business task.Driven by a 2.53 GHz Intel Pentium 4 processor and 512 MB SDRAM system memory (expandable to 1024 MB), the Presario 6450nx sports a solid power base. However, its integrated 64 MB Intel Extreme Graphics chipset is not ideal for demanding 3-D applications such as games, animation and drawing. Data storage and handling duties are shared by a massive 120 GB hard disk, a 3.5-inch diskette drive, and a combination CD-RW/DVD drive that supports CD burning and playing and DVD playback but does not permit DVD writing.
The Presario 6450NX features a variety of connectivity options, including serial and parallel ports, a 56K V.90 flex modem for low-speed communication, a high-speed 10-Mbps/100-Mbps Ethernet network port, two FireWire ports for fast data transfer with external devices such as digital camcorders, and a whopping half-dozen high-speed USB 2.0 ports for plug and play peripherals. Compaq has included a convenient Presario Internet keyboard and Presario Scroller Mouse, but has not equipped the unit with wireless capabilities.
The impressive bundled software package features Microsoft Works 7.0, Microsoft Money 2002 Standard, Intuit Quicken Financial Center, and several audio-video utilities. The system does not ship with a monitor or speakers, thus allowing users to custom select their favorite models from the many options currently available.
Customer Reviews:
Poor workmanship, but a good budget box.......2004-12-17
Shoddy Workmanship.......2004-02-06
Frustrating Experience Part II.......2004-01-29
Such a frustrating experience..........2003-12-01
Most of what I'll discuss is about the internal design, but, the few surface elements I will touch upon are disappointing. Like with most HP computers, HP can't seem to get this one to work right out of the box. Something installed at the factory causes Windows Explorer to want to bug out a lot. Either crash on start of Windows, or simply freeze over the course of use, causing it to stop responding. Plus, you can't seem to add the Paste Internet Explorer button to the WE Toolbars. You CAN, but, it's useless to do since pressing it will cause WE to freeze. Windows Explorer locking up or freezing has plagued HP PC's since at least 2000, when I first encountered it. So, since it doesn't work right out of the box, how can I really recommend it, since they just installed things on it without even testing to make sure they all work okay?
Inside the machine... man, I really wanted to recommend this model internally... It's got a lot of great hardware in it, but, HP is famous for doing this. They're good on hardware, but lousy on bundling the software necessary to use it. In terms of design, the interior is well done. The drives are held in not with screws against a plate but with a railing system so they can slide in and out. The IDE data cables that connect to the mother board have loops on them so you can hook your finger in them and easily remove them from their sockets. The upper drive bays are designed in such a way that you can easily connect their back cables by merely sliding the opposite drive forward a bit to make the space. However, HP shoots themselves in the foot by being "cute" with other design aspects.
They included several screws attached to a plate inside the case for future upgrades. While that is unusual and a nice gift, they're not standard. They're the funny kind of screws that have Philips heads, but, must be used with flathead screw drivers. The bezel is poorly designed, so, certain drives, like the Sony DRU-500a cannot be placed in the top drive bay. Otherwise, the drive simply will not open at all. The floppy drive slot is placed so the drive itself is recessed in relation to the slot, which means you must press pretty firmly on Eject button so the floppy has enough propulsion to eject it out enough for you to grab. So, you'd better have your hand near the slot, or the floppy will fly to the floor.
The PCI slot is protected by a cover, which is a nice idea in thought, but they failed again in execution. The instructions say to replace the screw when you have removed the slot cover, which is NECESSARY to insert a new card, but, the cards COVER the hole! Plus, the instructions say to use a Philips when it is quite clear that a flathead is all that will work!
One final comment on two of the installed hardware components. On the first day after I could return the unit, the hard drive just died! Up and died! HP wants you to send in the ENTIRE PC to see IF you're right before they will replace it! IBM, IOMega, and others will just take your credit card number and send you a replacement drive. IF you don't send back the old drive, they charge you for a new one! There is absolutely NO need to deprive people of their PC's with something that could easily be solved within a week's time of shipping new and old drives back and forth! Shame on HP! The other one, the modem: it's listed as a v92 56k Cheetah modem. Well, the Cheetah aspect is in name only: this modem would only connect, in general, at 28.8, so, I swapped it out. Speaking of swapping out things, as you can guess, I was FORCED to swap parts out: the modem and the dead HD. For someone who isn't experienced with doing that, this makes this model NOT a good first choice system. I also swapped out the optical drives to replace them with better ones.
I've paid for it, I can't return it, so, I must live with it. But, that doesn't mean YOU have to. DON'T buy this! In fact, skip ALL HP products you don't need! I need HP ink cartridges because that's all I have, and HP doesn't give you much of a choice. But, other HP products (The Pavilion PC in 2000, a returned Pavilion in 20003, the DVD 100i and 200i rip off DVD+ burner models.) have been nothing but frustrations and empty promises.
The fast and cheap PC!!!.......2003-11-30
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Microtek C588 15" LCD Monitor (Metallic)
Manufacturer: Microtek ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics Product Features:
ASIN: B000060NSH |
Amazon.com Product Description
If your desktop is prime real estate but your work is graphics-intensive, the Microtek C588 provides a solution on many levels: a 15-inch diagonal viewing area, a slim and stylized design, rich color, and a bright display. The LCD screen has a 1,024 x 768 maximum resolution with a contrast ratio of 350:1, so images are crisp and sharp. Advanced onscreen controls adjust contrast, brightness, and color. The metallic casing and futuristic design will appeal to those who want their monitor to display well and look good.The base keeps the C588 stable even when the screen is tilted at extreme angles, up to 90 degrees upward or downward. The antiglare screen features a hard coating for durability, and the monitor is ENERGY compliant, in keeping with the strict standards for low radiation, safety, ergonomics, recycling, and power management. The unit is backed by a three-year limited warranty.
Customer Reviews:
Lemon!.......2003-07-10
Monitor Died.......2002-07-11
very blurry at 800 x 600.......2002-05-29
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Micro Solutions Backpack Bantam 16x10x24 USB 2.0/PC Card II/Parallel CD-RW Drive
Manufacturer: MICRO SOLUTION ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics Accessories:
ASIN: B00006BBVG |
Product Description
Pull this mini spinner out of your bag and you're only seconds away from a new CD-rewriter for any Pentium PC. Just plug it into your parallel port, PC Card slot, USB port or Hi-Speed USB 2.0 port. At only 20 ounces this player is incredibly portable. Plug and play makes it fast to connect. Pack it with your notebook, or carry it between home and work. Only backpack has a smart pass-through port (for your printer) so you never lose your printer when connected to the parallel port. Get the speed you need with the USB 2.0 and PC Card interfaces, plus an exclusive parallel port benefits - works with disaster recovery and disk imaging software in DOS and provides a connecting point when USB support is not present (under Windows 95, NT 4 and DOS).
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Lancast ACCESS LINE CARD-100M TX TO FX 47/SC S/IP ( R231-47 )
Manufacturer: Lancast Inc. ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics ASIN: B0001YXWQ4 |
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Panasonic SC-DK2 5-DVD Home Theater Compact Stereo System
Manufacturer: Panasonic ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics Accessories:
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ASIN: B00004U5FY |
Product Description
You'll find powerful stereo sound reproduction in this miniature system, along with the outstanding audio-visual experience of DVD. You can change easily between music and movies with Panasonic's SCDK2 five-disc CD/DVD changer mini system. Five direct open/play keys let you access a particular disc so you can instantly switch from CD to DVD during parties. The sound system consists of a super woofer drive system that uses network circuitry to extract low range components from the music signal. The SCDK2 also includes a digital synthesizer tuner and dual cassette deck, making your home theater system complete.Amazon.com Product Description
You'll find powerful stereo sound reproduction in this miniature system, along with the outstanding audio-visual experience of DVD.You can change easily between music and movies with Panasonic's SCDK2 five-disc CD/DVD changer mini system. Five direct open/play keys let you access a particular disc so you can instantly switch from CD to DVD during parties.
The sound system consists of a super woofer drive system that uses network circuitry to extract low range components from the music signal. The SCDK2 also includes a digital synthesizer tuner and dual cassette deck, making your home theater system complete.
Customer Reviews:
this system rocks.......2001-12-11
horrid silver color & crappy "changer" capability.......2000-12-31
All In One Not So Great in the Long Run.......2000-12-29
"Economic" has many meanings.......2000-10-25
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Midland GXT-400VP1 22 Channel GMRS 2-Way Radio with 38 Privacy Codes and Noaa Weather Radio
Manufacturer: Midland Consumer Radio ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics Product Features:
ASIN: B0002RPSJO |
Product Description
7 GMRS / FRS 7 FRS and 8 GMRS ChannelsTransmits up to 10 + miles with 4 Watts powerNOAA weather channel reception3 Hands-Free Vox settings5 Incoming call tones with vibrating alert and monitorKeypad lock External speaker / mic and charging jacksUses 4 AA batteriesCustomer Reviews:
these thing stink.......2007-03-26
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Memorex Shower CD Clock Radio (MC1003) (MC1003)
Manufacturer: Memorex ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics ASIN: B00032BWLQ |
Product Description
Memorex is a manufacturer and distributor of brand name consumer electronics worldwide. Memorex is keeping abreast of the latest trends in consumer electronics, so that it can provide the most innovative, quality products to you.PRODUCT FEATURES:AM/FM Radio (Analog tuning);Vertical CD player;20-track programmable memory;CD repeat (one/all);Track skip up/down;LCD with Clock;Anti-fog mirror;Volume control;Display background light;Water resistant speakers;Wall mountable;Detachable base plus hanging mount.lay background light;Water resistant speakers;Wall mountable;Detachable base plus hanging mount.Customer Reviews:
Works Great!.......2007-01-10
Save your money.......2006-03-17
There's better ones out there.......2006-01-03
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Lexmark Yellow Toner Cartridge For The Optra C
Manufacturer: Lexmark ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics Product Features:
ASIN: B00004Z871 |
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A yellow toner cartridge that is specifically designed for the Lexmark Optra C printer
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Micro Innovations KB300X Office Access Pro Keyboard (PS/2)
Manufacturer: Micro Innovations ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics ASIN: B000063WPK |
Product Description
The concept of Micro Office Access Pro is to combine the multimedia function keys with the popular Microsoft Office suite (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Calendar) and other leading applications (Corel Draw, Photo Impact, etc.).PRODUCT FEATURES: New concept for interactive relationships between keyboard and mouse; Scroll wheel design that can control the scroll bar up, down, left, or right; Faster Internet navigation with hotkeys; Direct access multimedia and office related applications (Word, Excel, Power Point, Calendar); Clipboard keys; "My Computer", "Calculator", "Log Off" application keys; Compatible with MS Office and other leading applications.Customer Reviews:
Great Board.......2006-11-13
great keyboard.......2003-06-29
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Quantaray - 28-300mm F3.8-6.3 Autofocus Lens for Nikon
Manufacturer: Quantaray ProductGroup: Photography Binding: Electronics ASIN: B00009V3AY |
Product Description
They just keep getting better! Quantaray brings you the latest in our tremendously successful line of great lenses with this amazing 28 to 300mm Autofocus Zoom Lens. This new hyperzoom encompasses a tremendous range of focal lengths (a 10.7:1 ratio) providing exceptional flexibility of composition, and allowing one to follow the movement of a subject throughout a wide range, without having to miss great shots while changing lenses. By utilizing a multi-group cam system, this lens maintains a more consistently high level of performance throughout the focal length and focusing ranges. This hyperzoom also provides high optical performance and incredible color definition without distortions or color aberrations due to the use of special LDO (Low Dispersion Optics) and Aspherical glass. This 28-300mm lens offers excellent portability because of its compact design. An added benefit of the unique design of this lens is that the front lens barrel does not rotate during focusing or zooming so the use of polarizing and graduated filters is made simpler, easier and more accurate. The Inner focus system keeps the front of the lens stationary and the dimensions of the lens remain constant throughout the focus range. From sports to wildlife, or for great shots of your friends and family, this lens will do a super job. For many photographers this will truly be a universal lens.This product is designed for Nikon systems.For a complete compatibility list please refer to the original manufacturer's web site.Electronics: