Joined on 04/24/05
C2Quad9550 w/ fan
Pros: Runs fast! Good price! Installs easy*!
Cons: CPU installs easy, but supplied Intel fan is a little difficult to attach. You have to be carefull to push down on the attachment pins symetrically or it will not set level. Once you push too far, you have to twist the pin to raise it and twist again to reset it and then attempt another install. Do all this without flexing the mobo, or you will crack some traces. Not mentioned, is the fact that thermal paste is pre-installed on the fan side where it contacts the CPU, so be careful you don't put your finger in the wrong places! And once you remove the fan to reset it, there will be some paste left on the top of the CPU.
Overall Review: Auto temp sensing fan started right up on high speed and then quit when first applying power to the mobo. I thought I toasted it until I found that it ran OK after turning on the power switch. I guess this is normal for this setup because every time I completely power down, and then apply standby power, the same thing happens. When running at idle, the fan runs Fast/Idle/Fast/Idle, etc. and on ad infinitum. Kinda like a biker at a stoplight, who constantly revs the throttle between fast and idle while waiting for the green light. Once the CPU has a demand placed on it, it runs steadily at fast (but not for long... this is a really fast CPU) I have a very good cooling case, so this constant revving of the fan is annoying.
Wrong PC shipped
Pros: Got the tower product, opened it up and installed Windows 10 Pro easily. Room for expansion... tool-less HDD spare cradle provided, 3.5 in front loadable HDD slots, 3 fans (PSU, CPU, case) - good airflow. 4 SATA ports - 1 SATA 2, 1 e-SATA, and 2 SATA3. Looks like an added external port, but too busy to check it out.
Cons: EPC substituted a SFF instead of the tower model I ordered. I contacted EPC immediately and they issued an RMA label which I was able to put on the box that just arrived and dropped it off at a UPS store the same day. I sent them the tracking number as proof of return, and they shipped me the tower I wanted. It arrived 2 days later, but I had paid for expedited shipping as I was concerned the package would not arrive before I had to leave my remote site. However, I got it in time.
Overall Review: Wish EPC would manage order shipments better. New Dell KB, used Dell mouse, both USB. WD Blue 500Gb HDD. 8GB RAM. Core [email protected]. Windows 10 Pro updated to ver 1803. HL-DT-ST DVD-RAM GH82N optical drive (CD/ROM). S/W had numerous bloatware games that I uninstalled, but did appreciate LibreOffice 5.4. Overall, I like this product. I also have a Lenovo M82 that I have used for a year and a half. It locks up randomly but seldom. Bought it new with warranty... Lenovo support just sent me a new HDD to resolve my complaint, but that requires new installation. Too much hassle, little effort to really help.
Shipping label created but not shipped for 5 days
Pros: Printer battery works as advertised, but must be assembled into battery accessory case. Two cases provided, one for another product model to be discarded if not needed. Neither case was marked but one was half the size needed for my ip100 so it was a no brainer. Took about 4 hrs to charge completely, but makes the printer truly portable. They did provide a storage clip for the access panel that must be removed from the printer to allow the battery pins to mate to the printer body.
Cons: BidDeal used USPS for shipping. It sat for 5 days before tracking info showed USPS pick up. I was concerned it would not be shipped. Then, 2 days before it arrived (9/11), I got several notices it was in transit and finally an expected delivery date. Total days between order (9/5) and delivery (9/13) took 7 days, which was Standard shipping. Thankfully it was Free Shipping, so I guess I should not complain, but it would have been nice to know it was on its way at least by the second day.
Overall Review: When plugged in, one red LED blinked to indicate charging. Red is a poor choice... thought it was a problem alert until I checked the instructions. Instructions appeared to indicate multiple LED indicators. Took over 4 hrs to completely charge, then went silent. I disconnected the printer power cord and turned on the printer and only then got a battery green LED to indicate it was charged. Still only one LED (green). This is not clear in the instructions. The battery instruction booklet had about 6 pages of English set up instructions and over 100 foreign language instructions.... what a waste of paper.
Refurb like new, but no case
Pros: Delivered within 5 days (free shipping), boxed as if new product, along with charging cable, not a blemish anywhere. Setup was easy and installed with iOS 9. A good introduction into the iPad world for a small investment. I am 75 and haven't had an Apple product since the IIGS I bought about 20 or more years ago. Easy to use since I have a Samsung Galaxy smartphone... a lot of similarities in functions, but no cell phone. Guess I can set up a VoIP phone if I get desperate.
Cons: Like another reviewer, case shown on product page but not sent. I am a totally new iPad owner, so Setup was a little clumsy. No quick setup guide provided. Fortunately, I own a Surface, so it was not too hard to figure out how to turn the iPad on. Spent the longest time trying to correct my error in establishing my AppleID. Have yet to figure out why emails do not download. Found out this product out of production for over 4 years, and MANY for sale online for competitive pricing. No more versions of iOS supported beyond IOS 9. Can be a little slow responding to input at times. Impatience is rewarded with no response.
Overall Review: Only two ports, one a 30 pin charging port, the other a 3.5mm headphone jack. Charging cable terminates with USB connector, so you can disconnect the charger and plug into USB (2.0) port of PC or other device. Wi-Fi only means no cellular (found out this option had to be specified from factory) but still has Bluetooth. Many options for iPads referenced in info files do not apply to this iPad version... IOW can be a steep learning curve.
OSD awkward
Pros: Small budget, good performance, bright. Has 100mm spacing wall mount in addition to x-style stand. Power Pin has right angle connection allowing cable adjustment to down position. Both VGA and DVI cables included. No dead pixels. Edge to edge display with no distortion. Factory 3 yr limited warranty. Included CD has both Quick and Full Manual plus link to registration/ website.
Cons: OSD is under bottom of screen. Need a mirror to see which button is for what function. Confusing to work it by braille. Manual little help. Fortunately I have Intel Graphics and Media Control Panel. Powered by brick to 5vDC plug. Brick requires proprietary 120vAC cord. Display cable ports are all straight out, not down. May be an issue for wall mounts.
Overall Review: Default setting for brilliance is washout bright. I set mine to eco mode and auto dim. This G6 series 24 inch model not shown on Acer website, so don't discard the CD. Note s/n on back before hookup or find it on shipping box. Also displays when OSD info option selected. Use a magnifying lens and make sure there is plenty of ink in your pen, its a long number and its NOT the SNID.
DOA
Pros: Handheld OBDII scanner, good for vehicles 1996 and later (if it works).
Cons: mine DOA. Don't waste your money on this obsolete product. The Autel website has no reference to it at all. Buy one that is supported if you want assistance.
Overall Review: Once plugged in, it is powered by the vehicle's battery. Unfortunately mine just glowed with a blank screen. Waited too late to try to use it and the ability to return it was gone. Glad I didn't pay much for it.