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Most Favorable Review

Works Well

GWC SS2115 USB 2.0 2-Port Manual Share Switch
GWC SS2115 USB 2.0 2-Port Manual Share Switch

Pros: Inexpensive. It does what it says it does.

Cons: None so far.

Overall Review: I wanted to share a mouse/KB combo between 2 pcs. It works great. If I had to find a fault, it does take about 5 seconds to complete the switch. You must learn patience Grasshopper.

12/27/2007
Most Critical Review

Not Impressed

Koutech IO-PESA230 PCI Express Low Profile Ready SATA III (6.0Gb/s) Controller Card
Koutech IO-PESA230 PCI Express Low Profile Ready SATA III (6.0Gb/s) Controller Card

Pros: It was able to add 2 additional hard drives, but with a catch.

Cons: BSOD upon resuming from sleep.

Overall Review: It did not meet my expectations. It can barely do the most basic of tasks. I gave the 2 rating only because it technically worked. The drives were recognized and accessible. I built a home server using a Z77 mini-itx motherboard with only 4 SATA ports. I wanted to add 2 additional hard drives so this seemed like a good deal. I'm not using it for a RAID or trying to boot from it . I have a current (at the time at least) motherboard. I tried the drivers that came with it. I downloaded the newest drivers from the web site. I even tried a clean Windows install. There was no difference in the results. If you purchase this card, I wish you the best of luck.

Not What It Appears

2 in 1 Accessory Charger Bundle Pack For Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 N8000- USB Wall Adapter + USB data cable
2 in 1 Accessory Charger Bundle Pack For Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 N8000- USB Wall Adapter + USB data cable

Pros: The CABLE works fine. The CHARGER works fine. The price isn't too bad.

Cons: They DON'T work together.

Overall Review: As separate pieces, they are fine; just don't expect them to work together. I bought this to charge my tablet at work or on the go. EPIC FAIL. When I plugged it in, the battery icon had a red "x" on it. I plugged the cable into the charger that came with the tablet, and it worked fine. I plugged my cell phone charging cable into this charger, and it too worked fine. If it had cost any more, I'd return it. Maybe I should have spent a little more?

Good but has some issues

Logitech diNovo Mini Black 63 Normal Keys Bluetooth Wireless Mini Keyboard
Logitech diNovo Mini Black 63 Normal Keys Bluetooth Wireless Mini Keyboard

Pros: Form factor is perfect for living room web browsing and light computing tasks. Works through walls. Works great when the issues aren't present.

Cons: Battery life is less than impressive. Mine dies after approx 2 days of, what I consider to be, moderate use. Every now and then, the pointer goes crazy (goes everywhere except where I tell it, jumps across the screen, etc.). Usually only lasts a few seconds; just enough to be irritating. The biggest problem is with connectivity. I use it to remotely control a PC in the next room. Daily, I have to re-pair the keyboard and receiver.

Overall Review: I tried skipping the included blue tooth dongle and using an aftermarket dongle. I thought this cured the pairing problem. It didn't. Not only did it not fix the problem, the sleep resume problems others mentioned, started. I want to like it more than I do. While none of these issues are fatal flaws; for the price, this shouldn't happen.

Very Good Case

Cooler Master Centurion 590 RC-590-KKN1-GP Black SECC / ABS ATX Mid Tower Computer Case
Cooler Master Centurion 590 RC-590-KKN1-GP Black SECC / ABS ATX Mid Tower Computer Case

Pros: Great cooling- up to 8 fans. Plenty of room. No quality control problems, other than paint.

Cons: While I love the HD mounting cage's capacity & flexibility, it's a bit of a pain to add new drives. The paint job is low quality. I've seen less orange peel on an orange.

Overall Review: The led fan on the HD cage was too bright, so I switched it with the rear fan. Problem solved. I'm using it for a media server. With 2 more drive cages, it can hold 12 hard drives. That is if the cages are ever in stock.

So Close to Perfection

Cooler Master CM Stacker STC-T01-UW Black/ Silver Aluminum Bezel, SECC Chassis ATX Full Tower Computer Case
Cooler Master CM Stacker STC-T01-UW Black/ Silver Aluminum Bezel, SECC Chassis ATX Full Tower Computer Case

Pros: Easy to work with. The ultimate in flexibility. Plenty of space promotes good cooling. Can mount the front ports/switch module in any of the front slots-makes up for the short cables. Fantastic build quality. Includes more hardware than you can possibly use.

Cons: Front slot covers are a total PITA. Included fans just plain suck... or in this case blow.

Overall Review: I wish CM would include the 8-pin CPU extender that comes with the Cosmos case with this one. It would make mounting the PSU in the bottom so much easier. This part is hard to find.

10/30/2007