Apple iMac G5 Desktop with 17" M9248LL/A (1.60 GHz PowerPC G5, 256 MB RAM, 80 GB Hard Drive, Combo Drive)

Average customer rating:

The perfect computer

Innovative design, its an Apple!

Heat problems

Do not buy- looks aren't everything

Simple to set up and use.

Apple iMac G5 Desktop with 17" M9248LL/A (1.60 GHz PowerPC G5, 256 MB RAM, 80 GB Hard Drive, Combo Drive)

Manufacturer: Apple Computer
ProductGroup: Personal Computer
Binding: Personal Computers

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Accessories:

Sennheiser MX500 Lightweight In-Ear Headphones (Blue)

Memorex 700MB/80-Minute 52x CD-R Media (100-Pack Spindle)

Apple 15 GB iPod M8946LL/Aß(3rd Generation)

Apple Wireless Pro Keyboard

AppleCare Protection Plan for iMac/eMac M8851LL/B - 3 Years

Product Features:

1.6 GHz PowerPC G5 running Mac OS X version 10.3 "Panther"

256 MB DDR SDRAM, 80 GB hard drive, CD-RW/DVD combo drive

17-inch widescreen TFT active-matrix LCD, 1440 x 900 pixels

Two FireWire 400 ports; three USB 2.0 ports, two USB 1.1 ports (on keyboard); VGA output; S-video and composite video output

Built-in 10/100BASE-T Ethernet and 56K V.92 modem

ASIN: B0002OG6PM

Product Description

The iMac G5 offers all-in-one elegance that's delightfully affordable. Take in the view on a widescreen flat-panel display. Proudly display the iMac G5 in any room of your house - it's lightweight enough to move from your kitchen to the den or bedroom. The 20-inch model shows more than two full pages of text and graphics side by side while the dazzling 17-inch provides the same screen area as a 19-inch CRT - with twice the brightness, sharpness and contrast. Hidden behind the display, you'll find the entire computer: central processing unit (CPU), logic board, hard drive, speakers, microphone and power supply. But you'll actually find that the computer just fades away as you organize music and photos, or compose tunes and edit movies with the iLife suite of integrated applications for your digital lifestyle. What's more, since the iMac is wireless-ready, you don't even have to place it near a phone jack. Simply pop in an AirPort Extreme Card (optional), hook up an AirPort Express to your DSL connection or cable modem, and you can surf the Internet wirelessly, listen to tunes in another room and print remotely.y.int wirelessly.

Customer Reviews:

The perfect computer.......2005-05-21

I'm on my second iMac. It's such a pleasure to use. In a parallel universe everyone uses one. I'd like to go there someday.

Innovative design, its an Apple! .......2005-02-26

The best computer I have ever owned. Just read various reviews and you will know why many Windoze users switch to the Mac OS X platform. Granted Macs are not used in the business world but that didn't stop me from buying one (heck i also own an iBook G4 12"!) There is one small problem with the model I bought, it has one Stuck Pixel in green. Its on the far right corner of the screen but it still bothers me. Some say to massage it to bring it back to life some say it will come back on its own, its no biggie. This design is just wonderful. I mean come on, its beautiful!!!!!

The iMac G5 is a very powerful computer even with its 1.6Ghz processor. Make sure you add as much RAM as possible as the OS X loves it. I put in 1GB of RAM and it flys. The 256 is unacceptable!!!! you MUST have at least 512 in there to make everything run smooth. iLife '05 is fine but I don't need iDVD as I do not have a Super, maybe in the future I will buy an external DVD burner. I have edited a few movies on it so far and it works great. I edit them using iMovieHD and then save them on my iPod and bring the project over to my friend's house who has the 20" iMacG5 with Super. Hook up iPod - transfer movie project to his HDD - and bam, we're burnin' Don't you just love Macs!!!

A word of advice, try not to buy Apples from CompUSA, if you have an apple store nearby please go there. CompUSA from what I have been told get some "old stock" Apple computers that have been sitting around or may have been dropped and they try to sell them. Apple Store always has fresh stock and good service. CompUSA has poor service and the so called Apple Rep does not work for Apple, he's just a CompUSA employee that went to a class on Apple products. There are many complaints regarding CompUSA selling Apple computers all over the 'net so buyer do your research.

If you are thinking about getting this, BUY IT NOW. You will not be sorry, no way!

Heat problems.......2005-02-24

I work in an office where everyone uses Macs, and I work on a G5 iMac. It's not technically mine, so I can't speak to the buying experience, but I have noticed that out of around 15 of these things that we've had in our office, three of them have fried their chips within around three months of use. That said, these machines were left on all the time and so may have suffered from the constant strain of running 24 hours a day. But computers are supposed to be able to take that--I've never before had a computer die on me from being left on. I talked to my company's tech support people (they've been installing hundreds of these things), and they seem to believe that the G5 iMac has heat dissipation issues.

Consider: The screen, hard drive, motherboard, chip and graphics card are all shoved into a small space with very bad circulation. The large grille on the bottom off the computer can't possibly work as an effective exhaust--heat travels up. And the small slit towards the top of the computer on the back? I'm not sure what it's for, but it's not big enough to promote decent airflow. Anyway, I'm not really a lover of the Macintosh operating system in the first place, but I've always believed that's a matter of taste for users. However, if you are going to buy this computer, I would at least advise you to turn on all the power saving features so that it automatically goes into sleep mode if you're not using it for a while. That should keep it cool. I haven't heard any official word from Apple on the heat issue, so I'm just speculating here, but a little precation is warranted.

Do not buy- looks aren't everything.......2005-02-05

First of all, this computer dies after three months. That's just how first generation Mac products are. Don't buy first generation- it WILL die. This thing freezes literally every time I use it.
Secondly, Apple doesn't help at all. Tech support doesn't do anything for you. They refuse to honor my one year hardware warranty, and I've talked to customer service AND tech support, and all they do is try to sell you Apple care- why would I want to extend coverage for a product that they already refuse to honor service for? Their service team isn't a service team at all. They are a group of trained salespeople who try to sell you their product. Why should I have to buy Apple care for something that should already be covered?
I've grown up on Macs, and loved them all my life. But the company's integrity is going down hill, and this was the last straw. Between the horrible products and the sleazy "support," I'm never buying an Apple product again. Linux, here I come...

Simple to set up and use........2004-12-30

I bought this for my wife who wanted her own computer. She hates dealing with the technical stuff associated with PCs and just wants to be able to sit down and use the computer. I opened the box, installed an Airport wireless network card (which took less than 5 min. start to finish)and handed it to her to set up. Within 10 minutes she had everything up and running including a printer, memory card reader and access to the internet over our existing wireless network.

The 17" flatscreen is beautiful, the fans in the back are quiet and the computer is relatively fast. Perfect for digital photography, web surfing (no popups or spyware attempts so far), email, and managing a digital music collection.

If you don't have to use a bunch of programs written only for Windows machines why subject yourself to all the extra (viruses, spyware, popups, adware, system crashes and constant security downloads and updates) hassles?

Windows XP has come a long way but based upon my experience it is still quite a few steps behind Apple and OS 10 for making computing more enjoyable.

Product Description

Multipass MP730 Ink Jet Printer, Copier, Scanner, Fax
22/14ppm black/color. USB.

Product Description

Back up your computer, upgrade storage capacity or easily transfer files with this stylish, compact and user-friendly drive. Expand your digital life by storing more photos, videos, music, and files with the LaCie mini drive - the ideal companion hard drive for Mac mini. Its unique 4-corner crown fits seamlessly into the underside of the Mac mini to create a stable, symbiotic harmony. The LaCie mini drive was brilliantly engineered to allow for a natural cooling airflow to move between these two drives for greater heat dissipation. It offers convenient plug & play and ultra-quiet operation. Stack several LaCie mini drives under the Mac mini for additional capacity or use it with any other computer with a USB connection.

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LG Electronics L1715S 17" LCD Monitor

Manufacturer: LG
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

All Monitors | Monitors & Projectors | Computer Add-Ons | Computers & Add-Ons | Categories | Electronics
17-Inch | LCD | Monitors & Projectors | Computer Add-Ons | Computers & Add-Ons | Categories | Electronics
Product Features:

1,280 x 1,024 native resolution, fine 0.264 mm dot pitch

Wide 160-degree horizontal viewing angle, 140 degrees vertical

250 nits of brightness, 450:1 contrast ratio; 16 ms response

Detachable base, wall mountable with optional bracket

LightView function to optimize settings for a particular application

ASIN: B0000VCWUU

Product Description

The LG Flatron L1715SK is the perfect general use space saving monitor with the quality and reliability you expect from LG. With auto-synchronous support from 640 x 350 up to 1280 x 1024 @ 75Hz and a brilliant active matrix TFT display, viewing is a pleasure. Plus it is PC and MAC compatible, has features like simple one button auto setup and is VESA DDC2B, DDC1, Plug and Play compatible - all in a slim design. The FLATRON L1715SK active matrix LCD color monitor from LG is simply brilliant.

Amazon.com Product Description

The L1715S 17-inch LCD monitor by LG Electronics is a smart choice for your small office, at home, or in educational applications. Featuring sharp 1,280 x 1,024 native resolution, a fine 0.264 mm dot pitch, a 450:1 contrast ratio, and 250 nits of brightness, the L1715S produces beautiful images for a variety of tasks. It also offers a fast 16 ms pixel response time, so moving video images are smooth and ghost-free, making it ideal for gaming and watching DVDs.

The L1715S offers standard analog signal input, as well as hassle-free plug-and-play setup for easy installation. A detachable base permits convenient wall-mounting (optional bracket required), while the built-in power adapter helps to reduce cable clutter. The panel also features wide viewing angles (160/140 degrees horizontal/vertical), ensuring clear visibility from anywhere in the room.

What's in the Box
L1715S monitor with detachable base, power cable, signal cable, user guide, service/registration

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LG Electronics L1715S 17" LCD Monitor

Manufacturer: LG
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

All Monitors | Monitors & Projectors | Computer Add-Ons | Computers & Add-Ons | Categories | Electronics
17-Inch | LCD | Monitors & Projectors | Computer Add-Ons | Computers & Add-Ons | Categories | Electronics
Accessories:

Belkin HDDB15M/F PC Monitor Extension Cable (6 FT)

Belkin F2N025-10 VGA HDDB15M/F Monitor Extension Cable (10 FT)

Fellowes 5-Position Monitor Riser

3M Screen Cleaner Kit for Monitors/Screen Filters/Privacy Filters

Sennheiser RS-85 Wireless Headphones (Silver)

Product Features:

1,280 x 1,024 maximum resolution

0.264 mm dot pitch, 16.2 ms response time

160-degree horizontal and 140-degree vertical viewing angles

250 cd/m2 of brightness, 450:1 contrast ratio

PC and Mac compatible; 3-year warranty

ASIN: B0000AZK3O

Product Description

Flatron TFT-LCD monitors represent the cutting edge in technology and style. As one of the largest manufacturers of monitors, LG brings Flatron TFT-LCD to the market with ultimate efficiencies in design, performance, reliability and value. Flatron TFT-LCD monitors provide bright, sharp and vivid images ensuring stunning displays.PRODUCT FEATURES: Brilliant Active Matrix TFT display; Auto-synchronous support from 640 x 350 x up to 1280 x 1024 at 75 Hz; Standard analog VGA inputs; One touch-Auto-Setup function; LightView function; VESA DDC2B, Plug and Play compatible; PC and Mac compatible; EPA Energy Star and VESA DPMS compliant; TCO'99 Low-Emission compliant.

Amazon.com Product Description

The L1715S from LG electronics is a 17-inch active matrix TFT LCD with an accurate onscreen image and a slim, ergonomic design. A 1,280 x 1,024 maximum resolution, over 16 million display colors, and a 0.264 mm dot pitch deliver crisp, true-to-life graphics, while 250 cd/m2 of brightness and a 450:1 contrast ratio provide a comfortable, easy-to-see viewing environment. 160-degree horizontal and 140-degree vertical viewing angles provide a range of visual clarity and flexible monitor positioning.

Easily accessible controls let you adjust a wide variety of monitor settings—some via onscreen menus, others via buttons. With a compact 15.2-by-5.98-inch footprint, the L1715S fits just about anywhere, while wall-mount capability allows you to free up desktop space completely.

The L1715 supports RGB analog input signals via its 15-pin D-sub port. VESA plug-and-play compatibility makes setup a snap. The AC 90 to 264 V power supply consumes just 40 watts during normal operation and meets TCO '99 and Energy Star standards. Compatible with both PC and Mac operating platforms (Mac adapter required, sold separately), the L1715S also comes backed with a three-year limited warranty.

What's in the Box
Monitor, base, power cable, 15-pin mini D-sub cable, user's manual, CD-ROM

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Norcent DP-316V Progressive Scan DVD Player

Manufacturer: Norcent
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

All | DVD Players & Recorders | Audio & Video | Categories | Electronics
DVD Players | DVD Players & Recorders | Audio & Video | Categories | Electronics
Audio & Video | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics
Accessories:

Basic DVD Hook-up Kit for Dummies (DUMBDVD1)

Basic DVD Hook-up Kit for Dummies (DUMBDVD2)

Product Features:

Plays DVD-Video, DVD-R, DVD-RW, as well as MP3 CD playback for musical

Progressive-scan outputs offer superior image quality on HD and HD-ready

TVs; composite- and S-video outputs are compatible with most sets"

Dolby Digital and DTS 5.1-channel output through coaxial digital-audio jack (for use with compatible AV receiver)

NTSC/PAL conversion output lets you play region-free U.K. DVDs

ASIN: B0000A2UAM

Amazon.com

Norcent's compact, affordable DP-316V features NTSC/PAL video outputs, built-in MP3 file decoding, and compatibility with VCD as well as recordable DVD-R and DVD-RW discs. Top-of-the-line component-video outputs help minimize digital and line-scan artifacts on compatible advanced televisions, while composite- and S-video outputs bring compatibility with nearly any television. With its diminutive size (about 12 inches square and two inches thick), it's an ideal for taking with you on vacation in Europe or Japan, as you can also manually select the voltage on the back panel (AC 110 to 220 volts, 50 or 60 Hz). Be aware, though, that region encoding prohibits playback of most non-North American DVDs.

In the audio realm, the unit offers Dolby Digital and DTS 5.1-channel passthrough, so you can enjoy immersive, theater-like surround sound with a compatible multichannel receiver and surround speaker setup (coaxial digital-audio interconnect not included). Playback options include an onscreen menu, parental lock, resume/memory play, A-B repeat, and picture zoom (with 2x, 4x, and 8x magnification).

What's in the Box
DVD player, full-function remote control, stereo analog audio interconnect/composite-video cable, user's manual, warranty information.

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KNG America Tony Stewart Beep Telephone (026520)

Manufacturer: KNG America
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Novelty Telephones | Telephones | Office Electronics | Categories | Electronics
Office Electronics | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics
Phones | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics
Accessories:

RCA RC920 Wireless Phone Jack Extension

Southwestern Bell FM112 Caller ID Unit (White)

Belkin 12ft. Line Cord, White

Product Features:

Tony Stewart Telephone

Collector Quality Graphics And Scale Detail

Beeping From Ringer

Redial Button

1.36lbs (LxWxH) 14.02 x 5.55 x 3.09

ASIN: B000BATI4S

Product Description

KNG America is acknowledged and recognized as the innovative market leader of quality novelty electronics products. KNG continues its rapid growth as a manufacturer and marketer of unique and innovative licensed novelty and collectible telephones, personal audio electronics, universal remotes, and home d?cor products.PRODUCT FEATURES:Beeping from ringer;Redial Button;Collector quality graphics and scale detail.

Amazon.com

The accurate to-scale detailing makes this Tony Stewart telephone a cool collectible for NASCAR fans--or just a perfect telephone to station in the television room. Rather than a traditional ringtone, you'll hear a "beep beep" sound that seems totally appropriate coming from a stock car. The snugly hidden handset offers tone/pulse dialing, last number redial and is hearing aid compatible. The manufacturer includes a one-year warranty on parts and service.

What's in the Box:
Phone base, handset, handset cord, phone cord, user's guide, warranty card

Amazon.com Product Description

Kodak's extremely affordable T20 uses the popular APS Advantix film to provide high quality photos. The camera's fixed focus lens has keeps objects as close as 3.3 feet away in sharp clarity while the flash effectively lights up to 13 feet. The shutter speed ranges from 1/60 to 1/250 seconds to accommodate a wide range of subjects and lighting situations.

The easy-to-read LCD panel displays information about your current shooting mode. It also has a self-timer which is useful for taking group photos or self-portraits. Any film with a speed rating of 100 to 400 can be used. At an incredibly light 5 ounces and taking only two AAA batteries, you can easily to take the T20 anywhere without hassle.

Customer Reviews:

Great while it lasted.......2006-12-24

I had this camera for about two years. At first the pictures looked ground-breakingly stunning. But like the other Advantix T series cameras, after about a year or so in use, the quality decreased.
Some of the pictures were tinted purple, pink, or sometimes blue. Then after another year the film compartment opening trigger broke, making it impossible to put in more film. Also, to top it of the film is sort of expensive.
I would recommend this to someone who wants a "temporary" camera while they search for a better quality one. It was good while it lasted.

Product Description

The KanguruDisk is a unique removable storage device that crosses a removable hard drive with an external hard drive, exemplifying the best qualities of each! Use it to store and backup data, then remove it and store it in a safe location at the end of the day... or... take your information on the road and use the drive externally with other computers. Store and backup data quickly; ghost your hard drive or even use it as your primary hard drive!

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Lian-Li Front Port Cable Extension for V series Cases

Manufacturer: Coolerguys.com
ProductGroup: CE

CPU Coolers | Computer Accessories | Accessories & Supplies | Categories | Electronics
ASIN: B0006SDC8S

Product Description

Lian Li Front Port Cable Extension for V1000/V1200/V2000 Series Cases. Cable Length: varies 33- 38". Contains extensions for: 2 USB ports (33"). 1 Fire Wire (33"). 1 mic input (38"). 1 audio out (38").

Product Description

The Planet Waves 3.5mm Mono To 1/4" Mono Female Pigtail Adapter, like all Planet Waves adapters, is fully shielded and has 24-karat gold-plated contacts for maximum conductivity and corrosion resistance.

Product Description

Here's a digital camcorder that uses no tapes. Instead there's 512MB of internal memory and a slot for a MemoryStick Pro card adding more memory for storage use. A built-in USB port allows up/download of MP3 audio files and MP4 video files. Get the ability to perform many convenient functions with your SC-M105S. With superior camera features and built-in memory, as well as MP3 capability, you can lighten your load while touring or hiking and have all the needed functions to make your day more enjoyable right at your fingertips. 2-Inch 211,000 Pixel LCD Viewer PictBridge technology enables you to connect the camcorder directly to any printer which supports PictBridge standard via a USB cable 3 Lux light sensitivity Easy data transfer to Windows PC or Macintosh computer Unit Dimensions - 2.31(W) x 3.65(H) x 1.15(D) / Weight - 0.32 lbs (about 5 ounces)

Customer Reviews:

Cheap Junk.......2006-05-27

This camera sucks, I am a big fan of Samsung products, but this camera is a flat out waste of money. I bought this and returned it a day later. It is NOT Mac compatible as it states and the quality is pathetic. This could so easly break in your pocket. I bought Sanyo Xacti C40 and think that is ten times better, almost no comparison. The samsung takes decent pics and video, but is cheaply constructed. So if your lookin into buy this opt for the Sanyo or Fisher, won't regret it.

Compact, ease of use, software could be better........2006-02-11

This is my first camcorder and I have to say this is very easy to use. It has many features and its convenient to save on memory stick and be able to switch from internal to external memory while recording and vice versa. Unlike the other posts I WAS able to use a 2G external memory which gives it a lot more shooting time.

It's nice to have MP3 capability but you don't want to waste the battery and cut into shooting time by listening to mp3s. Also, you HAVE TO use the bundles software for editing, you cannot use programs like VirtualDub. The given software is not the best, however it does suffice for basic tasks such as cutting and joining and there are actually many advanced features you can use as well.

Overall I'm happy with the intuitive layout of the functions on the CAM, compact size, and the fact that it saves on memory stick since I have a Sony computer and the stick goes directly into the memory slot. Software could definitely be improved to make it easier to use however.

Bad feature layout... Opt for a Sanyo Xacti instead.......2005-10-25

I have tried several digital camcorders in order find the best way to go direct to DVD without tape. The Samsung Miniket SCM105S is by far not the best.

Still pics are limited to 1.2 Megapixel resolution. (Xacti's are 3.2, 4, and 5)

The available formats do not let you record the highest quality MPEGs (capable) to the external Memory Stick Pro. So, you can only get close to DVD quality for about 10 minutes on the internal memory (around 495MB). As well, the external memory is limited in size to 1GB. (Not so with the Sanyo Xacti which will take MPEG4 on up to 4GB SD Cards for about 2 hours and 20 minutes of near DVD quality video.)

Further, the buttons are way too small. You have to have childlike fingers and great dexterity to coordinate your movie making experience. The normal hand-hold position blocks the flash port... a major design flaw. (Xacti buttons are handy and intuitive in layout. The flash is properly positioned.)

Last but not least, the video format of the AVI's is an oddball version that Windows MediaPlayer doesn't like. A software work-around is provided that is like going behind your back to scratch your elbow.

You MAY use the Samsung for an MP3 player. But, it's a lot smarter to have a cheaper separate MP3 player that will withstand a bit of abuse than to have it embodied in a camcorder that costs at least $400. Convenient perhaps, but dumb.

A good feature is the 10X optical zoom combined with the anti-shake. This does make for good video on the limited internal memeory. (Xactis of the 4 & 5 Megapixel resolution have the anti-shake technology with 5.8X optical zoom.)

Nuff said.

INTERM SOLUTION.......2005-08-11

Nice little camera, but Samsung Marketing people tended to obmitt a few of the shortcomings of it. First it hypes the external camera, but leaves out the fact that you cannot take advantage of zoom when you're using it or that you cannot take pictures with it. Resolution and lighting on the external leaves a lot to be desired and it's activation cannot be done from the camera (The record button is on the cable link).Also the fact that the camera DOSEN'T have Mega pixel performace when taking still pictures isn't made apparent untill you read the fine print. Battery life with the one that comes with the unit is really next to useless.The only reasion that I didn't send it back was it's size and portability.

This Camera Does NOT Have An Extra Lens!.......2005-05-08

As of May 7th '05 Amazon still has the wrong image up for this item. The separate lens shown is included only with the Samsung SCX105L MPEG4 Sports Camcorder.
I notified customer service but they haven't changed it yet. This camera is silver not matt black. I tried it out and found the video a little blurry. I would probably wait for an updated version. I have found better quality MPEG video on the little Sony T33 cybercam. I like the smaller size of flash based video cameras but you don't get much full quality video on a 512MB card. Even 1G wouldn't be enough to take on a vacation without bringing a laptop or external storage system with you.

Product Description

Lexmark is a global developer, manufacturer and supplier of printing solutions and associated consumable supplies for the office and home markets. Lexmark is driven to understand customers' needs and provide printing solutions that meet these needs. Lexmark accessories and consumables streamline the printing process, economizing your time and increasing productivity. Save time, money and avoid job interruptions with accessories and supplies from Lexmark.

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