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Norbert K.

Norbert K.

Joined on 03/31/08

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Happy with this Mobo

GIGABYTE GA-890GPA-UD3H AM3 AMD 890GX USB 3.0 HDMI ATX AMD Motherboard
GIGABYTE GA-890GPA-UD3H AM3 AMD 890GX USB 3.0 HDMI ATX AMD Motherboard

Pros: This board has all the features I needed for a powerful desktop and some video work. The onboard audio and graphics cards work well, but for better resolutions and speed, one might upgrade by adding cards. Haven't O'clocked anything on it, and probably will not, so can't comment. But the BIOS program is simple to use, and does everything I need. Together with AMD quad (3.2ghz) and 8 gb Gskill RAM in an Antec Sonata Proto case, it purrs effortlessly through any task. Oh yeah.. OCZ 60Gb SSD drive boots up in a flash; best thing I ever did.

Cons: None

Overall Review: Glad I moved to SSD!!! For some setups, I think you could live without an HD.. a 90gig SSD can hold most apps, and lots of daily data.. of course, unless you load a lot of video/graphics/data, etc..

Good shaver - works as expected

Philips Norelco Series 4000 AT810/41HP PowerTouch with Aquatec electric razor with bonus Neutrogena Men Sensitive Skin Shave Cream 5.1 oz, Neutrogena Men Triple Protect Face Lotion 1.7 oz with sunscre
Philips Norelco Series 4000 AT810/41HP PowerTouch with Aquatec electric razor with bonus Neutrogena Men Sensitive Skin Shave Cream 5.1 oz, Neutrogena Men Triple Protect Face Lotion 1.7 oz with sunscre

Pros: I got this to replace an older Norelco/Philips XP that was about 3x this price when new, but now needs new heads, and probably a battery at some point, as it's going on 5 years.. Buying this model would be about the same cost as the replacement parts for my older one. This one does not shave quite as well, i.e. it takes more passes to shave totally cleanly, but it does its job. It also has no indicator lights for charging or cleaning reminder, but that's OK, I can keep track of these things .. In short, it's very fair value for it's cost, and I didn't really expect it to be as good as the more expensive model, so I am happy with my purchase.

Cons: I am a little surprised that the heads do not shave as quickly or efficiently as the more costly XP model, but then I was sort of anticipating that .. Funny, they look about the same, and I assumed that the cost saving was for the 'frills' - charging and other indicator lights,etc. Not really a con though, as you get what you pay, and this little shaver is worth more than the apprx. 1/3 cost of the higher model ..

Overall Review: If this unit last as long as my older one which is going on about 5 years trouble-free usage, I'll certainly have got my satisfaction from it.. I prefer the Philips shaving system over others that I have tried, such as the Remington screen type systems etc. . The heads mold to your facial contours and seem to cut a little closer without burning.

12/22/2013

good monitor // no rebate

Asus VH238H Black 23" Full HD HDMI LED Backlight LCD Monitor w/Speakers 250 cd/m2 ASCR 50,000,000:1
Asus VH238H Black 23" Full HD HDMI LED Backlight LCD Monitor w/Speakers 250 cd/m2 ASCR 50,000,000:1

Pros: Good monitor. I have 4 of these - different sizes and some model numbers. i find them clear and reliable. If you're looking to get the $10 or $20 rebate offer, forget it. I sent them all in, never got anything from Asus.. it's a scam in my opinion. Nevertheless, I will still keep buying them, but not if I'm counting on an extra little discount from the manufacturer; it just doesn't exist.

Cons: Asus rebate never came..

Great little billfold

Mighty Wallet - Chinese Calligraphy with Fortunate Golden Dragon Good Wishes
Mighty Wallet - Chinese Calligraphy with Fortunate Golden Dragon Good Wishes

Pros: Looks attractive, just like the pictures and seems like an indestructible little wallet. I've often marveled at the strength of Tyvek, and here's a unique use for the stuff. I wanted a 'travel' wallet that would survive the outdoors while camping, kayaking, cycling,etc.. and it looks like this just may 'fit the bill'.. I haven't really put it to the test, but it's obvious it will live up to its claims.

Cons: Not really a con, because it does exactly what I imagined it would, but somewhere in the literature it says it has something like 18 different places for documents.. I think that's a stretch, but just as a simple billfold and a few credit cards, it's perfect.

Beautiful box

Antec Sonata Family Sonata Proto Black 0.8mm cold rolled steel ATX Mid Tower Computer Case
Antec Sonata Family Sonata Proto Black 0.8mm cold rolled steel ATX Mid Tower Computer Case

Pros: -An elegant, understated case, which is, as promised; 'library silent'. I was looking for an easy solution for a very quiet computer, and this is it. It is eerily quiet, and yet seems to keep things cool enough. I use the low fan setting.. -Assembly was trouble free due to the accurate workmanship in the case. -The little rubber dampers for the HDs really work in keeping the hum down to zero. -I do not have complaints about the plastic front cover because I never open it.. Kinda odd that you have to open it to press the start button, but I never shut it off, so not an issue for me. -Just for fun I used a Zalman cooler on my AMD Phenom 4 which eliminated that sound altogether. -Has holes and mounts for SSD; a nice touch; no adapter needed. -No goofy runway lights.

Cons: None. I find it odd that there are a couple of locks with security keys.. does anyone have problems with people opening up computers and stealing stuff?? If someone really wanted in, I think those dinky locks would not stop them.. what if you lose the key?

Overall Review: Liked it so much I bought another!! Did I mention how quiet it was?

Great little mobo

GIGABYTE GA-880GM-UD2H AM3 AMD 880G HDMI Micro ATX AMD Motherboard
GIGABYTE GA-880GM-UD2H AM3 AMD 880G HDMI Micro ATX AMD Motherboard

Pros: Loaded with features.. I have the USB3 version, which seems to be discontinued, or maybe has rolled over into the 890. Does everything I need and more. Simple, elegant, everything works. Great BIOS program. The onboard video and audio work fine for my purposes.

Cons: No USB3 version offered anymore?

Overall Review: This was the first build I've done with a micro ATX,. Was surprisingly tiny coming out of the box.. lol.