Joined on 02/09/08
Pros: The first processor I received was not stable with the stock settings. That said, once the vcore was increased to 1.4 volts the processor was stable and could be unlocked (only to 3 cores) and o/c'd to 3.6Ghz. I returned it because of the instability at stock voltage. The replacement will unlock at stock voltages and run all four cores, but will only overclock if overvolted to 1.45v, and then only to 3.5Ghz
Cons: First processor was unstable and I had to return it to Newegg on my dime, which increased the cost of the processor to more than what I could have purchased a 555BE for somewhere else.
Overall Review: Your odds to unlock this processor are at this point in its lifecycle are pretty good, and if you require a quad core processor this is potentially a great deal. If you just need a processor for gaming, there are a couple dual core Intel processors at a similar price point that will reach significantly higher clock rates and provide a better gaming experience.
Avoid D-Link PowerLine Adapters
Pros: Didn't catch on fire?
Cons: Worse performance than my Gen 1 PowerLine AV adapters that are several years old. Could not get above a 20mbit connection unless I had them directly in the same wall outlet. Tested with Iperf and with Lan Speed Test; In the same configuration I used with my old first generation (AV1) adapters, which achieved 50-70mbit and I could get no better than 15mbit.
Overall Review: My old adapters will literally (yes literally) work from any two wall plugs in my 3 story house. The measured speed ranged from 50 to 70mbit depending on if my AC or electric heater is on. These adapters will only work on about 1/3rd of my outlets, they are twice as large as my old ones, and get very hot. And when they do function, it is at unacceptable speeds. I purchased these because I thought they would be a significant upgrade to what I had before, but instead I find they are worse.
Avoid at all costs
Overall Review: Purchased because it was on sale and it was billed as a rugged part for use in a vehicle dash cam. Ended up putting it in a tablet that only gets occasional use (1-2 times a week). Within 4 months it has completely died and now NewEgg won't take it back. I have had better luck buying SD cards from wish or aliexpress, avoid this trash and buy something from a reputable brand.
Who let the magic smoke out?
Pros: Worked like a champ for just over a year. The power supply never had more than about a 70% load (500 watts or so) and never less than a 50% load (350 watts or so), and only operated in home that stays between 60 and 80 degrees, so let's call them optimal conditions. Add to this the fact that I only used the rig on the weekends for occasional gaming use and that power supply should have outlived me.
Cons: It died "gracefully", that is to say it didn't damage any other components or meltdown or anything. That said, it did produce a smell bad enough cause me to vacate my office for several days.