Nikon Coolpix 3500 3MP Digital Camera w/ 3x Optical Zoom

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EXCELLENT

for what it's priced at, you could get a BETTER camera

Excellent

Camera is Malfunctioning after 2 months! - Be Forewarned!

This is great camera

Nikon Coolpix 3500 3MP Digital Camera w/ 3x Optical Zoom

Manufacturer: Nikon
ProductGroup: Photography
Binding: Electronics

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Accessories:

Nikon MH-60 Battery Charger

SimpleTech STI-CF/256 256 MB CompactFlash Card

SimpleTech STI-CF/512 512MB CompactFlash Card

Ceiva Advanced Digital Photo Receiver

Viking 128 MB CompactFlash Card (CF128M)

Product Features:

3.2-megapixel sensor captures 2048 x 1536 images for prints at sizes up to 11 x 14 inches

Autofocus lens with 3x optical/4x digital (12x total) zoom

Included 16 MB CompactFlash card holds 19 images at default settings

Connects with PCs and Macs via USB port

Uses proprietary lithium-ion rechargeable battery (included)

ASIN: B00006RGRJ
Release Date: 2002-11-06

Amazon.com Review

Nikon's Coolpix 3500 follows up on the design of their 2500, featuring a swivel-out lens, complete with a 3x optical zoom, which closes up when not in use. The lens clicks into three different angles (straight out, 45-degrees above and below) when taking pictures, with the user lining up the shot in the bright and crisp 1.5-inch LCD.

The 3500 also has a built-in autoflash and can capture images at up to 3.2 megapixels. It does take a few moments to focus in on your subject, and the image quality isn't the best we've seen (we noticed some flares and dark shadows). But this camera was built more for portability than high-end imaging.

And it definitely hits--and fits--on that level. It weighs only six ounces, and the camera can easily slide into a jeans pocket or hang around your neck.

Several features geared toward the beginning user are included with the 3500. The one-touch upload option takes the thought out of transferring images to your PC. And with the Best Shot Selector option turned on, the 3500 will quickly capture up to 10 shots and choose the sharpest and brightest image. There's also a 20-minute introductory video on CD that walks novices through the digital camera basics.

A 16 MB CompactFlash card ships with the 3500, which will hold 19 images at the highest resolution. However, if you're going to use the camera's movie mode (it can hold passable 35-second soundless clips), you'll want to expand. Our one beef comes with the lithium-ion battery, which needs to be removed to be recharged.

The Nikon Coolpix 3500 would make a great gift for a parent or child new to the digital camera world. It's very user friendly and ultimately portable. --J. Curtis

Pros:

Nicely compact
Innovative twisting lens design
Excellent features for the beginner
Bright, crisp LCD

Cons:

Average image quality
Have to remove battery to recharge

Amazon.com Product Description

This elegant 3.2-megapixel digital camera features a unique inner-swivel design for free-angle shooting and an ergonomic design that puts every function within easy reach. Hold the camera in any position comfortable for you, then twist its 3x Nikkor zoom lens and built-in flash to get the best view. It also features a one-touch upload feature, which easily transfers your photos to your PC.

Optics and Resolution
Featuring a 3.2-megapixel CCD sensor, the Coolpix 3500 delivers a wide range of detail and color (with images up to 2,048 x 1,536 pixels) and prints are detailed up to 11 by 14 inches. Nikon's high-quality 3x Nikkor optical zoom lens (featuring a 5.6-16.8mm focal range, equivalent to 37-111mm in 35mm camera format) allows you to close in on the action. The 4x digital zoom offers a combined 12x total zoom, enabling you to capture even more details.

Body
Most striking is the Coolpix 3500's unique body design, which not only improves the appearance and ergonomics of the camera, but protects the lens when not in use. In addition to the novel swiveling lens barrel, the 3500 dispenses with a rangefinder and relies solely on the LCD monitor. The BriteView LCD enables you to view images easily and clearly even in bright sunlight.

More Features
The general-purpose auto mode, and 12 scene modes, makes getting great shots easy--even for beginning digital photographers. Just select the mode for the scene, and the Coolpix 3500 handles all the adjustments automatically. Nikon's Best Shot Selector takes a series of up to 10 images, compares them, and stores the image with most detail to the memory card.

The Coolpix 3500 makes sending images to your computer simple. Just connect the camera to a computer with the supplied USB cable and press the transfer button. Images in the camera are then transferred automatically to the computer with Nikon View 5 software (included). Pressing the small-picture button creates a reduced-size image for easy e-mailing.

Storage and Transfer
Images are stored on Type I CompactFlash memory cards. The included 16 MB card will store approximately 19 images at 2,048 x 1,536 pixels (at normal setting). Images can be downloaded to either a Mac or PC via USB storage-class connectivity, which means it can be connected to any USB-based Windows Me/2000/XP and Mac OS 8.6 or later computer without installing any software.

Movie Mode
In addition to taking still photos, the Coolpix 3500 can also record movie clips of up to 35 seconds without audio. The QuickTime Motion JPEG format offers a limited resolution, which is great for capturing a short movie that can be e-mailed to friends and family, but is no replacement for a true camcorder.

Power, Size, and Contents
The camera is powered by a proprietary, rechargeable lithium-ion battery (included). It measures 4.5 by 2.3 by 1.2 inches and weighs 6 ounces. This package includes the Coolpix 3500 digital camera, a 16 MB CompactFlash card, a lithium-ion battery (model EN-EL2), battery charger (model MH-60), USB and AV cables, strap, and a CD-ROM with Nikon View 5 imaging software, and USB drivers for Windows and Mac.

Customer Reviews:

EXCELLENT.......2007-09-10

This was my first digital camera. I have it for 6 years now. I got it for christmas in 2002. It still works perfectly. I have absolutely no problems with it. I have taken millions of pictures with this camera. As I am very into photography and took classes all throughout highschool as well as now in college. The only thing is that after taking soooo many pictures I did need to purchase a new battery. You must learn how to use a camera correctly before you give it negative feedback. My photographs, both indoor and outdoor got great compliments and prizes taken with this camera. Just this summer, I upgraded myself to a Canon REBEL XT.

for what it's priced at, you could get a BETTER camera.......2006-05-18

After my eldest brother had bought this camera somewhere from online, I snagged it from him [for almost 2 years now].
It's awesome for self-portraits instead of stupid "mirror shots"; because you can swivel it around so that it's focused on you&you can see yourself on the screen.

It worked fine before, but when it's not in use for maybe a second, the screen goes blank as if it's on a "sleep" mode. Then I have to turn it off and on again just to get it started back up.

It has a video mode, but it also takes up A LOT of memory&it doesn't record SOUND. The videos only end up to be maybe a second long. Also what videos I did have, I tried to upload them to my computer, however they will not play. So it basically was a waste of time and space on the memory card.

It accidently fell once and the cause of that made it not turn on. Or if it did, it would freeze the screen. [So I gave it back to my brother, but he miraculously fixed it, so I took it back again].
And then after a while, it started doing the same thing. So I let it sit out for a while, hadn't used it in maybe a month and it's just starting to work like normal again.

The latch to open the battery/memory card broke because it's so difficult to get the battery out [I had to take out the battery everytime when the screen froze].

Overall, this camera is not worth 300-400$ as originally paid. If you're willing to shell out that much, you could easily get a camera with more megapixels. If you're going to pay 100-200$ on a used one, I figure it's that cheap for a reason. It'll break/malfunction w/in 2 years.

This stuff isn't cheap folks, do some research for a GOOD QUALITY camera&then look for the best deals [online/other retailers, etc.]

Excellent.......2005-12-20

This 3.2 Megapixel camera has stood the test of time. Its unique design is a welcome change from the standard rectangle cameras that flood the market. Image quality is great, refresh speed is excellent, no lag whatsoever either from the flash or returning straight to the lcd after a photo is taken. This camera excedes my expectations and continues too when even compared side by side with the new batch of CoolPix cameras (4600 and 5600). If you can find one of these cameras second hand or in like-new condition I say jump at the opportunity.

Camera is Malfunctioning after 2 months! - Be Forewarned!.......2005-02-26

I purchased this camera two months ago. I was intrigued by the swivel lens feature after I had seen a friend using it. I discovered that I liked the camera for its size and weight even more so than the swivel lens, and I was enjoying using the camera and pleased with the performance for the most part. Yes, there is a red eye problem and the recovery time is fairly long for flash photos, but the camera takes relatively sharp photos overall. So in general I was pleased with the camera, and happy to have it as an alternative to my more bulky Olympus C-4000, which after several years is still fine. Now to the problem for which I am going to have to send this back to the retailer...In the last few weeks, I noticed that the LCD screen showed bright images with pinkish tinges and lines running through them. Yesterday while taking snow scenes and photographing snow on a lake through a window, I noticed that the camera could not produce an image at all. It simply came up with a big black void. If I focused the camera on a more shaded image outdoors, it did fine. It also still does fine with indoor photos with flash, but obviously the camera can't compensate for bright light in either the automatic or manual setting. I have had very good luck with all the products that I have purchased overall because I generally read all the reviews and then make a decision, so this is a major disappointment. I thought that I would enjoy taking self-photos of me and friends, but they really aren't that flattering (the angle just isn't right), so that became less of a selling feature with this camera. For a compact camera, there are a lot of really good features (automatic, manual, 3 X optical and and 4 X digital lens, continuous shooting, multiple scene choices such as fireworks,museum, close up, copy, party, snow - and many adjustable settings for exposure, photo quality,etc.) on this camera. I am hoping that this is a fluke, and my new or repaired camera will work for years to come, but if I were a consumer, I would be leery of purchasing this camera knowing what I now know, and also the fact that this camera is discontinued. If you're looking for a similar camera, you may wish to consider the Nikon SQ, but I can't speak for its performance other than to say that the body is constructed of metal and appears to be very solid. It has a partial swivel lens.
I am sending the camera back to the retailer today. It was their last one when I purchased it two months ago. It was an open box product, but it came with a full one year Nikon warranty and additional retailer warranty. I had to seek out the Coolpix 3500 on the Internet and ebay and I decided on this retailer. I am actually hoping that they will need to refund my money or replace the Coolpix 3500 with another model. The actual retail - if you can find this camera- is about 50% of the suggested retail, so it is fairly priced if it works.
I can't tell you how discouraging this is. I have had to review the manual to look at the troubleshooting section. In reviewing the manual, I realized how much I can do with this camera. I only tried out the continuous shooting mode yesterday, and now I have to return the camera! I don't wish this frustration on anyone.

This is great camera.......2004-09-23

This camera takes sharp and color saturated pictures. I had the chance to compare
with Nikon 5200 and Cannon G500, both 5megapix cameras. Neither took as good
a picture as this 3.2 megapix gem. Since I broke my 3500, (dropped it off a cliff) the process of looking for a replacement has been dissapointing. I tested the above cameras quite thoroughly. Took em both back and am buying on ebay another coolpix 3500.
I just highly recomend this camera for clear, sharp, & colorful photos...
JK Anchorage AK

Nikon Coolpix 3500 3MP Digital Camera w/ 3x Optical Zoom

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Nikon Coolpix 3500 3MP Digital Camera w/ 3x Optical Zoom

Manufacturer: Nikon
ProductGroup: Photography
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ASIN: B00007FH5P

Product Description

Take the Nikon Coolpix 3500 out for a spin. This elegant digital camera features a unique inner-swivel design for free-angle shooting. Hold the camera in any position comfortable for you, and twist its 3x Zoom-Nikkor Lens and built-in flash to get the best view. Its 3.2 effective Megapixel CCD captures every image with stunning sharpness and brilliant color. The Coolpix 3500 is so stylish, compact and lightweight, it slips right into your pocket - but you won't want to keep it there. Its ergonomic design puts every function within easy reach. Take advantage of 12 Scene Modes to set the camera for any shooting situation at the touch of a key, a Quick Review and Small Picture button to view and save images for e-mailing, and One-Touch Upload to transfer your pictures to a computer with ease. The Coolpix 3500. Sure to turn some heads.

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Manufacturer's Part # SA-400
This product is Brand New.

Casio Communications ExecutiveSeries 4-line system phones are designed to deliver big business performance to small businesses and home offices. In fact, Casio Communications ExecutiveSeries 4-line phones provide many of the powerful features found on large centrally controlled systems but for only a fraction of the cost. ExecutiveSeries phones are easy to install. Start with the system you need and expand with up to 12 stations. All Casio Communications Executive Series phones can be mixed and matched to create a unique system to meet your small businesses needs.

Features:

Up to 4-lines
Up to 12 Stations
Half Duplex Speakerphone
Clear hands-free communication increases productivity and allows others to participate in your conversation.
Installation Friendly
64 Call Waiting / Caller ID Directory
Station to Station Intercom
All Station Page
Call Transfer
Station Status Display (Busy Lamp Field)
20 Autodial Memories
Headset Jack and Dedicated Switch
LCD Information Center

Displays a wealth of i...

This product is Brand New and comes with a 1 year warranty.

Amazon.com Product Description

The Casio SA-400 four-line system telephone with caller ID and speakerphone is designed especially for small business and home office use. Compatible with loop and ordinary home run wiring, this shared-resource phone offers powerful and unique features not found in typical non-key system units (KSU). Supporting up to four lines per phone, Casio's SA-400 system also is expandable up to 12 stations. This model is part of Casio's Executive Series, and can be mixed and matched with other series members to create customized office solutions.

Key among the SA-400's features are its digital speakerphone and robust caller ID. The speakerphone allows for convenient hands-free calling, and the unit's base comes with a built-in headset jack and hook switch (headset not included). Casio's SA-400 features type II call waiting/caller ID (a subscription to these services is required from your telephone service provider). Caller ID information is displayed for all calls, including those on call waiting. When transferring a call, the system forwards caller ID information. Caller ID also stores up to 64 of the most recent calls, which can be dialed at the touch of a button.

Additional features of the SA-400 include a 20-name/number autodial directory, all-station page, auto redial, hold with audible alert, mute, LED line status indicators, station-to-station and automatic intercom options, station ID display, do-not-disturb mode, privacy protection, and power failure protection. The SA-400's three-way conference capability is another great feature for businesses, allowing conferencing between two internal stations and an outside line, or between one internal station and two outside lines.

The SA-400 has a generous LCD panel, making information available at a glance. Station status information (busy lamp field) is displayed for every station linked to the system, along with date and time. Calls can be transferred to any station within the system. A data/fax port allows for easy connection of a PC, laptop, or fax.

The Casio SA-400 comes with a one-year warranty.

Customer Reviews:

poor choice.......2004-05-29

I purchased 12 of these units for my office and have had constant trouble with them. The customer service help number is worthless and don't see any option except looking for another phone system. The phones intercoms don't work and the sound quality is poor due to too much background noise picked up through the mouthpiece. Placing the caller on hold and transferring to another phone sometimes locks the phone line. These phones might be fine as stand alone but don't buy for multiple phone setup which they were supposedly designed for.

Look elsewhere.......2004-02-17

I bought this phone 2 years ago and I would recommend you to look elsewhere.

The features are very slow to respond and I keep losing the date and time settings very frequently. Until now, I did not have options for other phones and I stuck to this.

Now, I will buy a 5.8GHz cordless expandable phone system. They have pretty good reviews.

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Take great pictures in great style with QuickSnap Jeans. Denim is one piece of the American wardrobe that never goes out of style and now you can have a QuickSnap that is more than a One-Time-Use Camera, it is a fashion accessory.

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The CV-100 is an optional color LCD viewer for viewing images before printing on the Direct Bubble Jet printer. The LCD viewer is a 1.5-inch, low-temperature polycrystalline silicon TFT color display with approximately 120, 000 pixels.This image viewer will be of most benefit when using the memory card direct printing function when a computer is not available. It allows the user to view the images stored on a memory card and check the print layout before printing. The image is displayed is that which is currently selected. However, if multiple images are selected in the layout selection from the control panel, then multiple images will be displayed according to the layout you have selected.

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Hit the gym, the trail or the track while listening to your favorite radio station. This exclusive armband AM/FM radio is the easiest, least obtrusive way to take your tunes with you while you exercise. It's perfect for active lifestyles – with a Velcro® armband and neck strap for hands-free carrying. The all-weather, water-resistant design lets you work out even when the weather is less than perfect.

Features:

AM/FM portable radio
Velcro® armband
All-weather design
PLL digital tuning
Bass boost
20-Station memory
Digital clock with alarm
Includes stereo earphones

Digital tuning locks in radio stations, and the bass boost function enhances low-frequency sound. Features 20-station memory and digital clock with alarm. Requires two AAA batteries (not included).

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Cisco Catalyst 2924 XL 10/100 24-Port Switch w/2 Module Slots ( WS-C2924M-XL-EN )

Manufacturer: CISCO SYSTEMS - ENTERPRISE
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

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Product Features:

24 10/100 autosensing ports

2 versitile expansion slots

Includes Cisco IOS software

ASIN: B00006LUJM

Product Description

The Cisco Catalyst 2924M XL 10/100 autosensing Fast Ethernet switch combines outstanding performance, ease of use, and integrated Cisco IOS software from the leader in networking. The Catalyst 2924M XL is a flexible, scalable, and affordable solution, ideal for aggregating Ethernet and Fast Ethernet workgroups and delivering dedicated 10- ?or 100-Mbps connectivity for individual users and servers.The Catalyst 2924M XL switch, a member of the Catalyst 2900 series XL family, contains 24 10BaseT/100Base TX ports and two versatile module slots to provide unmatched expansion capabilities and high-speed connectivity. The modular design allows users to easily add 10BaseT/100BaseT and 100BaseFX ports to increase port density and deliver high-speed uplinks. The advanced Cisco architecture incorporates a switch fabric of 3.2 Gbps and a forwarding rate of 3.0 million packets per second (pps) to deliver wire-speed performance across all ports. The Catalyst 2924M XL switch is an integral component of the complete line of Cisco end-to-end LAN solutions. Integrated Cisco IOS software provides superior functionality for network management, bandwidth aggregation, networked multimedia and virtual LAN (VLAN) support. Available in Standard and Enterprise editions, the Catalyst 2924M XL switch is upgradable via software, so your investment is protected if your network grows or changes.

Cisco Catalyst® 2924 XL 10/100 24-Port Switch w/2 Module Slots (5-Pack) ( WS-C2924M-XL-EN-5P )

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Cisco Catalyst® 2924 XL 10/100 24-Port Switch w/2 Module Slots (5-Pack) ( WS-C2924M-XL-EN-5P )

Manufacturer: CISCO SYSTEMS - ENTERPRISE
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Product Description

Cisco's Catalyst 2900 Series XL is a full line of 10/100 autosensing Fast Ethernet switches that offer outstanding performance, versatile modularity, and easy-to-use management. The 24-port Catalyst 2924M XL switch is an excellent aggregation device, as well as the perfect solution for providing dedicated 10- or 100-Mbps bandwidth to individual users. The Catalyst 2924M XL will is deployed in wiring closets to aggregate workgroup networking devices such as Fast Ethernet hubs, Ethernet hubs and switches, and workgroup servers. Fast EtherChannel technology allows customers to logically `bond" multiple Fast Ethernet links, creating a high-capacity uplink to the corporate or campus backbone. High-speed modules will allow customers the flexibility to upgrade their networks and preserve their initial investment in the Catalyst 2924M XL.Switches running standard software are designated by the letter A, and switches running Enterprise Edition Software are designated by the letters EN.

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The Fastest

Dell Optiplex GX1P Desktop (450-MHz Intel P2, 128 MB RAM, 10.2 GB hard drive)

Manufacturer: Dell Computer
ProductGroup: Personal Computer
Binding: Personal Computers

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Netgear WGR614 54 Mbps 2.4 GHz Cable or DSL Wireless Router

Netgear WG311 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter

ASIN: B0000668HI

Customer Reviews:

The Fastest.......2002-04-20

The fastest and the best computer Ive ever bought. This is the system thatll give you the pleasure of computing and media. I installed my Windows XP ion this and its was fast!. Since the HD space is reallly big, I stored a lot of files with it. No errors yet, no hangs and definitely no money wasted

Bottom Line: You should get this

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headache computer

Good Computer bad buy

Not too shabby, but.....

Compaq the Weapon of Choice

Good value!

Compaq Presario 5102US Desktop (1-GHz Athlon, 128 MB RAM, 40 GB hard drive)

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ASIN: B00005NCR8

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The Compaq Presario 5000 series provides incredible Internet power with the expandability you need for an unbeatable value. Fast and smooth multimedia applications along with easy-to-connect ports are just some of the 5000 series user-friendly features. All Compaq Presario 5000 series PCs feature the Easy Access Internet Keyboard, which puts Internet, and multimedia controls right at your fingertips. One-touch buttons make the Web a more manageable and fun experience. The Presario tool-less access makes it simple to upgrade the memory, add or change the hard drive or just check out the inside of your computer.Compaq Presario 5000 series Internet PCs are just right for you. Designed to meet your uncompromising demands, the Presario 5000 series further establishes Compaq's commitment to offering high-performance, feature-rich Internet computers at a great value for consumers. The Presario brand delivers what they seek: cutting-edge computing performance with dynamic speed, and audio and visual capabilities. It is a well-designed tool, which is loaded with innovative technology and the latest features.

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If you're looking for a well-equipped but still affordable multimedia, gaming, or home and family system, you'll like the Presario 5102US. It has a fast AMD Athlon processor running at 1 GHz, 128 MB RAM (expandable to 720 MB), and a 40x read/8x write CD-RW drive. A 40 GB hard disk drive provides ample storage for all but the most demanding multimedia applications, and a 56K modem and 100 Mbps networking are included. The installed operating system is Windows Me, Microsoft's consumer-oriented platform.

Customer Reviews:

headache computer.......2006-12-11

I bought this PC in November 2001, and this one just worked efficiently and normally 12 months beyond the warranty.
since then the harddrive failed to boot and i lost tons of valuable data.
i also replaced the pd card because the software broke and not available from the manufacturer anymore. the floppy drive broke later.
right now the power switch failed so that i have let power the computer on in case i will not turn on.

what a saving pc i have. great price great computer.

Good Computer bad buy.......2003-09-21

I bought this computer in January of 2002. I have had so many problems with it. Every time I would call up compaq I would wait 2-6 hours just to talk to a support specialist then they would transfer me and again i would wait an additional 1-6 hours. I don't have the patience to wait and if you don't have 10 hours a month to wait on hold with compaq don't buy a compaq.

Not too shabby, but............2002-01-13

it still suffers from some typical Compaq flaws. This is a handy all around household unit with some gaming features that make it more playable than the 5400. Certainly, the price isn't bad either. However, it does not include a monitor, which you'll need to buy separately. The machine's limitations for gamers lie in its limited, mothboard-bound graphics capabilities (a result of the low power NVidia card) and its mediocre ESS sound. There is an aqequate sized hard drive and a pretty good 12X CD burner, so MP3 collectors will not suffer too much. Anyway, like I said, it's a good, basic machine and if that's your interest, you'll be happy with the unit. I should point out that expanding these Compaqs (a lot like their HP bretheren) is a daunting task; things are tight in the case and adding cards and drives is a challenge, so you better like the machine the way you get it, and not the way you envision it upgraded. Lastly, Compaq's reliability has been acceptable, though its service has been less so.

Compaq the Weapon of Choice.......2002-01-01

I own a lesser of the line of Compaq (I have a 950 mhz). I have tried Windows XP though. I find that Compaq is a very high quality product. It is up with Dell, above Hewlett Packard. I highly suggest that you do no purchase a Hewlett Packard because of many reasons (see my review on it). I like the audio, keyboard, and all the small things about a Compaq. CD-RW write drives are a must for the future. Windows XP is wonderful for multiple users. It has a sign in screen. You can personalize your sign in with things such as your own wallpaper, sounds, pointing arrow, etc. I also prefer Windows above Apple. Apple is only good if you are looking for the most simplicity.

Good value!.......2001-12-20

I've bought 3 Compaq Presarios in the past few years. Their machines, in general, offer great value for the money. However, they are not terribly well-built or well-designed. It can be a frustrating task to add hard drive or CD drive to the system yourself. On some models, I practically had to dismantle all the drive bays before I can fit a new drive in. This can be a blessing though: my house was burglarized once and the computer literate burglar decided to steal all the add-on cards in my Compaq instead of taking the whole machine which was too heavy. He got the cards all right, but couldn't figure out how to remove the hard drives and left my 2 drives with valuable data behind. I should be grateful to the Compaq hardware designers. :-)

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The Model 2532 Two-way Splitter/Combiner is a bi-directional 2-way splitter/combiner, and is ideal for antenna and coaxial cable operations. The splitter/combiner can be used for two applications. It can be used to split a signal from a source or combine signals from multiple sources onto one coax run.

CHANNEL PLUS 2532 2-Way Splitter/Combiner

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CHANNEL PLUS 2532 2-Way Splitter/Combiner

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Philips High Performance Amplified Indoor Uhf/Vhf/Fm/HDTV Antenna

Product Features:

Provides a 1 GHz bandwidth
Ideal for antenna and coax operations

ASIN: B00006JPE1

Product Description

Provides a 1GHz bandwidthNon DC and IR passing

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