Compaq Comp. Presario 6010US PC ( 470027-054 )

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Display/Network Woes Presario 6010us

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Compaq Comp. Presario 6010US PC ( 470027-054 )

Manufacturer: Compaq
ProductGroup: Personal Computer
Binding: Personal Computers

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Accessories:

Targus NW03BM Noteworthy Optical Screen Scroller Mouse

Targus PA235U Universal Monitor Stand - Black

Netgear WGR614 54 Mbps 2.4 GHz Cable or DSL Wireless Router

Targus PAUM01U Ultra Mini Retractable Optical Mouse

Netgear WG311 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter

Product Features:

AMD Athlon XP processor

1.4GHz, 256MB RAM, 40GB

56K, DVD, CD-RW, XP HE

ASIN: B000063LJZ

Product Description

At Compaq, it is believed that a personal computer is more than a productivity machine. It's a tool, or set of tools, to unleash the imagination and connect to the world. So when people buy a Compaq Presario PC, they're making a very personal statement. Compaq presents a family of Presario PCs that will give you the power to create and the tools to explore a whole new world of opportunities. With incredible power, performance and convenience features, the newest generation of Presario desktop PCs makes it easy to get started and to keep going. Whether you want an affordable, uncompromising first computer, an expandable, powerful multimedia minitower, or an explosive, outrageous next-generation PC that gives you the ultimate powers of self-expression, there's a Compaq Presario desktop PC that's just right for you.The Compaq Presario 6000 Series is the practical solution that's just right for you. Utilizing the perfect blend of technology and innovation, it helps you get the most out of today's rapidly changing world.

Amazon.com Product Description

Powerful, yet priced to appeal to the budget-conscious consumer, the Compaq Presario 6010US desktop is an ideal solution for those who like to customize their personal computing environment.

As the most affordable model in Compaq's extensive 6000 series of desktops, the 6010US is nevertheless well equipped to handle almost any computing task. At the heart of the system lies a 1.4 GHz Athlon XP 1600+ processor with 128 KB of Level 1 pipeline burst cache, 256 KB of Level 2 pipeline burst cache and a 266 MHz system bus speed. Compaq has paired this potent (yet price sensitive) processor with 256 MB of 266 MHz DDR DRAM memory (upgradeable to 1 GB) and an nVidia GeForce2 graphics card. In plain English, the 6010US should efficiently run anything but the absolute latest and most demanding 3-D applications and games.

With the 6010US, your files and programs will be easy to store, easy to access, and easy to move. The system includes a large 40 GB hard drive for permanent storage and a 3.5-inch diskette drive for smaller files and quick backups. A fast 24x (write) CD-RW drive permits high-speed data and audio recording, and a 16x DVD drive allows error-free access to your favorite theatrical releases. If you ever do want to add another drive, the unit's spare expansion bay is ready to accommodate.

The 6010US is packed with a variety of amenities to enhance day-to-day computing, including a built-in 56K modem for low-speed Internet access and a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet card for multiple computer networking and high-speed Web surfing. The system's Compaq Internet keyboard features an assortment of convenient one-touch multimedia and Internet controls, and its integrated SoundMAX III digital audio processor delivers clean stereo or Dolby Digital surround sound.

In order to keep the price reasonable, Compaq did not equip the 6010US with a monitor or speakers. Customers are given the freedom of selecting separate components, a perfect situation for those who favor a certain brand or style, or may already own such equipment from a previous setup. Compaq has, however, incorporated a truly grand total of six USB ports to help ensure future compatibility with the ever-growing army of plug-and-play peripherals.

The 6010US is packaged with an impressive array of installed software, including the Home Edition of the Windows XP operating system, Microsoft Money 2001, Microsoft Works 6.0, Quicken Financial Center/Quicken New User Edition and Intervideo's WinDVD movie player.

Customer Reviews:

Display/Network Woes Presario 6010us.......2004-04-02

Picked it up about a year ago, and it worked ok. However, when upgraded memory with PNY pc2100 512mb x 2 dimms, the computer has random lockups, video degradation and just generally unstable performance. Freezes playing dvd - and before that has a lot of random horizontal lines going all over the screen, spontaneously reboots while downloading from the internet via the network connection.

Memory has been tested and is known good. Motherboard and hard drive were replaced at an authorized facility and still the same results. I think it's the MSI's realization of NForce chipset, and I may be SOL. Definitely annoying and unworkable.

Support is difficult to get and wastes a lot of your time before getting you permission to ship to a repair facility. So, stay away :)

my computer.......2002-09-23

i love this computer! i bought it in may of 02' and i am absolutely
satisfied with it! this is a computer i would reccomend anyone! i believe it is one of the best in its class (and with upgrades like 512 mb of ram instead of 256 mb;and 2100 processer instead of 1600..i believe it is top of the line) in short-this computer is worth your while!

Great.......2002-06-26

At first I was a little skeptical of Compaw, but my fears was soon relieved. My old computer was an HP, and i hated all other manufacturers, but I decided to give Compaq a chance since HP does own them. Also, the price was great, only 599 at Circut City.

The computer was easy to setup, less than 5 minutes. This computer is really fast, even though it has a hard drive of 7200 rpm. The intergrated Geforce 2 graphics card is great for the time being, but I will probably upgrade to a Nvidia Geforce4 Ti 4200. The 256mb DDR SDRAM is a ok amount of memory. The computer only uses about 170 mb. The only exception is that the intergrated graphics take up 32mb, leaving the CPU with 224mb. Speaking of the CPU, which is 1600+ (1.4ghz), it is comparable to a Pentium 4 1.8 ghz because it has more operations per cycle. You are paying up to 500 dollars less than a Pentium 4. The sound card is also another great feature of this computer. Soundmax Integrated Audio is great. I have powerful 4.1 speakers and it sounds better than my old computer which had a Soundblaster Live card.

The CD-RW drive is ultra fast (24x max). I have yet to test its DVD ability. I probably will do that soon. I have so far experienced no problems. Although I did caught a few viruses from transfering stuff from my old computer. Norton's Virus Scan immediatly picked it up and repaired it.

The software installed is great. You get Roxio's Easy CD creator, Windows Media 8.0, and many games. Its enough to keep u busy for a while. Overall this computer is great. I highly recommend it. I got to go and play me some Max Payne right now, so go buy this computer!

Great.......2002-06-26

A Great PC at a Great Price-.......2002-06-25

This computer is easy to set up and has plenty of speeed. We upgraded from an older 200 MHz AMD K6 also by Compaq and I find this machine super fast. We paired it up with a cable modem and surfing the web is super fast. I can also e-mail large word files and templates, which took forever on my previous computer, with lightening fast speed. We paired ours up with a matching FS7550 flat screen monitor and it looks great. Ours came with the standard 1 year of technical support for hardware etc and 90 days technical support for software, but you can call Compaq and upgrade the technical support on software for another year for a little over $50. I would highly recommend this machine to anyone who's looking to upgrade.

Product Description

Get your home theater started off right with Onkyo high fidelity at an affordable price. The handsome TX-DS494 pumps out a respectable 55 watts of high-current, FTC-rated, full-bandwidth power to each of the five channels - more than enough for a thrilling home-theater experience in most entertainment rooms. It also offers an extensive list of features extremely rare in this price range: low-impedance drive to handle higher quality speaker systems (testimony of high-grade parts and engineering excellence), three S-Video inputs and one output to maximize the full potential of your DVDs, three assignable digital inputs for setup flexibility, a 100-kHz frequency response to support DVD-Audio, heavy-duty dual-banana-plug compatible binding posts for all channels to deliver high-quality, loss-free speaker connection, a 5.1 channel input to accommodate new multichannel formats, Dolby Pro Logic II to bring some of the excitement and spatial experience of Dolby Digital 5.1 to your stereo CDs and Dolby Surround material, a brushed, anodized-aluminum front panel to ensure chassis rigidity, world-renowned Wide-Range Amplifier Technology (WRAT) to provide better delivery of momentary power peaks from all software, including regular CDs and analog sources, and an intuitive "Easy-Set" feature to make speaker configuration swift, straightforward and simple. All in all, it's an incredible features/performance package for this price.

Customer Reviews:

Decent but not great. .......2005-06-04

Bought this reciever back in 2000 and have been using it daily ever since. I utilize it to listen to everything from vinyl to DTS 5.1...And I mean EVERYTHING. The receiver is very clean and in stereo, the 55 watts overpowers many manufacturers "100 watt" rating. It is a great musical reciever. I also own an Onkyo TX-8211(50w ch stereo only) reciver and the two are identical in clairty. However something about the reciever in Surrond mode, isnt quite "stunning". The sound, albeit good, isnt great and the volume could stand to be a bit louder. I'm not one of those people who likes to turn the volume to the max just to get loudness. Maximum volume is usually at or over the threshold in which the reciever can efficiently operate. The sound also seems somewhat dull and lifeless at times. Onkyo makes great products and I am not denying this one, But there just seems as if there is something "not right" with this reciever. Its about time to upgrade and I'm currently looking into Denon as an alternative.

Great Tuner.......2002-04-29

Solid, simple, sounds good. We live in a fringe area for FM reception -- heard stations perfectly this morning that hadn't heard in years.

Quality with no frills.......2001-12-17

Used with
Panasonic DVD RV31
Klipsch SP1 speakers (built in powered SW)
Infinity center channel,
Infinity reference rear surrounds.
optical connection, monster cables/wires

First of all, I like it, but don't pay too much for the DS494. (...).

- A bit difficult to figure out, had to refer to manual for a while to make sure I had it right to enjoy DTS...or Pro Logic II. But I enjoy that aspect.

-The remote is pretty bad, surprisingly bad.. Very small buttons, almost impossible to see in *any* light, let alone low light situations. I feel like an old lady, squinting at the little words on what the little buttons do. And you can NOT adjust BASS and TREBLE with the remote...must be done via knobs on unit itself...

Recently tested it with Jurrasic Park III in DTS and once I tinkered a bit to balance it all, I was very very pleased. Giddy is more like it...:)

This unit lacks a lot of those silly soundfields, which are fun for a minute, but I find a waste of time.....unless maybe you use only 2 crappy speakers and want it to have a synthetic echoey weird effect.
It has Orchestra, Unplugged, and maybe one other, all of which I don't find too appealing...and serve zero purpose for 5.1 surround sound movie experience....so if you want a system for theater like sound for movies, don't let the lack of these phoney 'sound fields' bother you.

Great sound + little gimmics +poor remote=good value for the tight budget yet high standards taste!

Product Description

Metrobility offers transparent integration of fiber optic connectivity for 10Mbps Ethernet and 100Mbps Fast Ethernet networks. These highly reliable conversion solutions provide full signal restoration - with low bit delay - ensuring accurate data transmission and guaranteeing maximum cable length. All line cards and standalone converters are interoperable with any Ethernet device. In 100Mbps networks bi-direction wavelength division multiplexing (BWDM) provides an interface that carries two distinct channels in different directions on a single strand of fiber.

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My review for the same product in another color scheme

Panasonic RQ-SW48VR Portable Cassette Player

Manufacturer: Panasonic
ProductGroup: CE
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Accessories:

Sony MDR-V700DJ DJ Style Monitor Series Headphones

Sennheiser MX500 Lightweight In-Ear Headphones (Blue)

Sony MDR-G57G S2 Sports Street Style Headphones with Reflective Ear Piece

Product Features:

Water-resistant cassette player and AM/FM radio

Digital AM/FM tuner has 20 total presets (10 FM, 10 AM)

Lap timer function, XBS extra bass system for a fuller sound

Includes buckle lock system and detachable belt clip

Powered by single AA battery (not included)

ASIN: B0000659TV

Product Description

Enjoy the best sound on the way with RQ-SW48VR. This portable SHOKWAVE cassette/radio player lets you experience the convenience of Digital Synthesizer tuning, normal/city FM reception selector and the smooth bass-rich sounds provided by XBS-technology. In addition, RQ-SW48VR features the buckle lock system and detachable belt clip.

Amazon.com Product Description

Keep yourself going when jogging or exercising at the gym with this lightweight, highly durable RQ-SW48V cassette player and AM/FM radio in red. It has a rugged ABS plastic exterior that's water resistant--great for training in inclement weather. It has a thin profile of just under 1.5 inches deep and weighs 7.8 ounces. Cassette playback features include an anti-rolling mechanism and auto-reverse playback. The digital AM/FM tuner has 20 total presets (10 FM, 10 AM). Other features include a lap timer function (1, 5, and 10 minute laps), Panasonic's XBS extra bass system for a fuller sound, and a Normal/City FM selector for optimal reception. The RF-SW48V is powered by a single AA battery (not included) for up to 25 hours of battery life. It comes with ShockWave headphones with in-ear drivers for superior sound and stability.

What's in the Box
RF-SW48V portable cassette player/radio (red), ShockWave headphones, belt clip, printed operating instructions

Customer Reviews:

My review for the same product in another color scheme.......2006-01-08

This is my review for Panasonic RQ-SW48VK Portable Cassette Player, Black which appears to be the same unit but with different colors:

I've always had very good experiences with Panasonic equipment but I found this walkman (*ahem*, sorry... portable cassette player) to be barely worth the price. Unfortunately the number of options in portable cassette players has been reducing dramatically in response to the success of MP3 players and portable cds. If like me, you still need a cassette player you're going to want something better than this unit.

The real problem is the ergonomics. The switch to reverse direction is easily tripped, as are the FF and RW buttons. Because the tape goes into the unit in an anti-intuitive way and because there is no tape direction indicator it's easy to fast forward when you meant to rewind (and vice versa.) Also the belt clip pops off so easily I've given up on using it. I just put the unit (which is nice and small) in a jacket pocket.

The unit is cheaply made and the hardware feels flimsy. You are barely getting what you paid for it.

Product Description

Microtek's C893 18" Flat Panel LCD monitor is perfect for the home or small business owner who demands the best in precision viewing without the monitor taking up valuable desktop space. Great features of the C893 include 1280 x 1024 dpi (SXGA resolution), 0.279mm dot pitch, 400: 1 contrast ratio, and 16.7 million displayable colors.

Amazon.com Product Description

The C893 from Microtek is an ergonomic 18-inch LCD monitor with advanced digital controls and a crisp onscreen image. With its 1,280 x 1,024 (SXGA) resolution and 0.279 mm dot pitch, images are accurate and true-to-life, while a 400:1 contrast ratio and 200 nits of brightness provide easy-to-read text and graphics. The anti-glare screen coating helps cut back on harmful reflections and eye-strain, and 160-degree horizontal and vertical viewing angles provide a wide range of visual clarity. A -5 to +35 degree tilt lets you adjust the monitor position to suit your viewing environment.

Onscreen menus access a number of monitor functions, including brightness, contrast, color, language, auto adjust, and auto balance. A slim 17.7-by-9.7-inch footprint fits onto even the most cluttered of desktops, while plug-and-play compatibility makes setup quick and easy. The AC 110-240V power supply consumes about 48 watts of power during normal operation and meets Energy Star standards. Compatible with PC and Mac operating platforms, the C893 also comes backed with a three-year limited hardware warranty.

What's in the Box
Monitor, base, RGB video cable, power adapter, power cord, documentation

Customer Reviews:

The price is certainly right.......2004-05-25

If you've been holding off on getting that LCD monitor because of the big price tag... well, you could always keep on waiting until the prices drop even lower. But if you're watching your wallet and you just can't settle with 1024x768 on a 15 inch, here's your next best bet.

So far, my impression of the C893 has been a good one. The box is well padded and the monitor suffered no damage during shipping - the first thing I checked for was dead pixels, and (maybe surprisingly) I couldn't find a single one. Images are nice and crisp at 1280x1024, and while some may cringe because this is as high as the monitor will support, I find higher resolutions to be a bit difficult to read anyway on a comparably sized screen, so I wasn't bothered any. There really isn't any reasonable difference in size between this and a 19" monitor, either - I imagine you could tell most of your friends it's 19" and they won't give it a second look. I'm actually rather impressed with the image quality, especially considering the big price jump when you add that extra inch onto the diagonal.

I can't say much for the C893's design, though. Admittedly, a small part of getting a snazzy new LCD monitor is for looks - and while the controls on the monitor are functional and give you access to a standard OSD menu, the strange zig-zag button design might be a turn off for some. Auto-adjustment is decently intelligent, but of course you can always do a better job yourself. And, contrast at 400:1 is fine, but you can certainly tell the difference between this monitor and a similar LCD with a contrast ratio of 600:1.

Just keep in mind, you could always pay for more "oomph" if you want to. But if you're hunting for a good sized LCD and price is your main concern, the C893 is a great value and definitely worth considering.

Average customer rating:

Wish I would have bought this one first

Great Sounds!

The perfect cd player!!

Memorex MD6225-03 Personal CD Player with 25 Seconds of Anti-Skip Protection (Metallic Green)

Manufacturer: Memorex
ProductGroup: CE
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Accessories:

Motorized SkipDoctor by Digital Innovations (Model 1013000)

Koss R-10 Home Headphones

Koss SportaPro Stereo Headphones

Sony MDR-V700DJ DJ Style Monitor Series Headphones

Fellowes Nylon CD Wallet (224-Disc Capacity)

Product Features:

Personal CD player supports audio CDs, plus CD-R discs

25 seconds of anti-skip protection

Metallic green case with easy-to-use controls and LCD display

Bass Boost Sound for full sound

Hold switch to help save battery life

ASIN: B000051SFW

Amazon.com Product Description

The Memorex MD6225-03 is a personal CD player which plays audio CDs, plus CD-R discs. This simple and affordable CD player sports a bass boost system which produces a richer sound, especially when using headphones. The LCD display shows pertinent track and time information in easy to read digits. The MD6225-03 is a colorful and modern metallic green color and includes comfortable, overhead-style headphones. With the bass boost, these headphones will supply crisp and well-defined musical sound. With repeat one track, repeat all tracks, shuffle and normal play, there are several listening options to enjoy. The player runs on two AA batteries (not included.)

What's in the Box
Memorex MD6225-03 personal CD player, stereo headphones, user's manual and a ninety day warranty.

Customer Reviews:

Wish I would have bought this one first.......2003-12-01

I actually have the silver one, but I wish I would have bought this personal CD player first.

I bought 2 Sony ones before this. The first one was dropped and was broken beyond repair. The second one was a 'car ready' mode, but the car kit it came with didn't work so well.

This Memorex CD player is great for putting in my backpack to listen to at school, or in my car. I hadn't used it in my car in a while because I bought a car with a CD player. Well, I wrecked that car and the new one has an 'old school' tape deck. Fortunately, this CD player, with car accessories still works like a dream.

Great Sounds!.......2001-06-19

This CD player has great sound to it. Its color is really appealing as well. This disadvatages to this CD player I found were that it uses up batteries fast and it does not have a hold button. It is really great if you like to have good Bass sound, because it has a DBBS Bass system that works really great. The anti-skip works well, I have not had it skip yet. A great sounding CD player overall!

The perfect cd player!!.......2001-01-03

This is the perfect cd player! It's red so it will be good for a christmas present for either a boy or a girl! so if you're looking for a bargain you've found it, and if your looking for the perfect present this is it! And if you're shoping late it usually ships with in 24 hours! That's it!

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Lexmark 802.11G WLS EXT PSVR-FOR N4050E ( 14T0145 )

Manufacturer: Lexmark
ProductGroup: CE
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Product Features:

Connects printer to wireless network using USB 1.1/2.0 ports

Wi-Fi certified and works with all Wi-Fi certified devices

Easy to configure (via USB interface) and manage

Supports Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) personal security

Small footprint and affordabl

ASIN: B00067C9LA

Product Description

The Lexmark N4050e wireless print server allows you to easily connect your USB equipped Lexmark laser printer, multi-function printer, AIO, inkjet or dot matrix to a home or corporate network. The small footprint and affordable price makes the N4050e the perfect choice for environments where space or price is a concern. The N4050e also supports most third-party printers that have a USB port.

Average customer rating:

Not very good for typists

Labtec Standard Keyboard PS2 Spill Resistant

Manufacturer: Labtec
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Product Features:

Spill resistant design lets liquids go through in case of accidental spills

Standard layout with full-size soft-touch keys

Integrated palm rest for built-in comfort

Standard PS/2 connectivity is compatible with all Windows operating systems

Compatible with Windows 95, 98, ME, NT, 2000, XP

ASIN: B00009K78P

Product Description

This stylish, reliable keyboard with spill-resistant design is an excellent choice for those who require a simple, yet stylish product. This reliable keyboard will last for years thanks to its sturdiness and durability. The standard key layout provides just the right comfortable silent touch.

Customer Reviews:

Not very good for typists.......2005-06-14

If you are a hunt-and-pecker keyboardist than this keyboard will suit you just fine. However, if you are a regular typists and are used to typing on other standard keyboards then steer clear of this one. The biggest flaw here is the design and placement of the enter/return key. The key for the horizontal bar and slash has been moved down to the home row and sits right where your right-pinky would normally hit the enter key so inevitably instead of moving to the next line, you type a slash.

You can find other brands of keyboards at a comparable price which do not contain this major design flaw.

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