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Router questions and what is this hardware?

Thank you, what about this one, is it one sale, I think for ~$140 TP-LINK Archer C3150 Wireless Dual Band MU-MIMO Gigabit Router http://www.smallnetbuilder.com/wireless/wireless-reviews/33006-tp-link-ac3150-wireless-mu-mimo-gigabit-router-reviewed Is this good? Or should I just spend a bit...
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- Post #9
- Jan 25, 2017
- Forum: Networking
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Router questions and what is this hardware?

Oh ok, I just use laptop, ipad, and 2 mobile phones for browsing and some music streaming and you tube videos but I do not mind spending a bit more and getting ready for the future
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- Post #7
- Jan 22, 2017
- Forum: Networking
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Router questions and what is this hardware?

Thanks @sdifox what do you mean by client?
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- Post #5
- Jan 22, 2017
- Forum: Networking
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Router questions and what is this hardware?

thanks @sdifox Any recommendations for an Asus router? I heard they are good. I don't mind spending in the ~$200 range which seems to be the sweet spot
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- Post #3
- Jan 21, 2017
- Forum: Networking
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Router questions and what is this hardware?

Hello friends, Thank you for your continued help. I am trying to upgrade my wi-fi setup at home, and also want to understand how the cameras are connected in my home, as the person who connected them is MIA. A) I found this in the attic in the garage, I think the IP cameras which are outside...
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- Jan 21, 2017
- Replies: 9
- Forum: Networking
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Should I buy this laptop for home office use? Dell Inspiron 13

Hello friends, I hope everyone is well. I am looking for a laptop to complement my 15.6 inch Dell, for use at home, for day to day web surfing, some MS Office, mostly Excel and Word, and just something with a reasonable screen and size that can be carried when travelling. This one is on sale...
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- Jan 16, 2017
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Laptops
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How to backup data & OS when swapping HDD with SSD

Hi friends, How is everyone? I hope you are enjoying the weekend. I am still to swap the SSD with the HDD. I saw a deal for a Mediasonic HUR2-SU3 2 3.5" USB 3.0 UASP ProBox dualbay docking station 2.5"/3.5" HDD / clone function for about $15 after rebate. I can post the link if I am allowed...
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- Post #7
- Jan 15, 2017
- Forum: Memory and Storage
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Which warranty option would you choose? On site or depot?

Thank you for your replies. @Elixer Here is the issue: I have a Lenovo Yoga 12, Machin type 20DL, model 0036US laptop, which is just about 8 months old. It however just went out of warranty, since the original purchase (brand new in box) was made just about 12 months ago, but I was gifted it...
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- Post #5
- Jan 5, 2017
- Forum: Computer Building
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Which warranty option would you choose? On site or depot?

Hello, I have a Lenovo Thinkpad Laptop that needs repairs. I am out of warranty, but am able to purchase a 'post warranty' warranty. I have two options: 1) A depot warranty - Lenovo sends me a prepaid UPS box, then I send it back to them (need to drop it off at UPS or schedule a pickup) and...
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- Jan 5, 2017
- Replies: 5
- Forum: Computer Building
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How to backup data & OS when swapping HDD with SSD

Thank you for your replies. So if I wanted to opt for the SATA option, then I just turn off and unpower my computer, swap the HDD with the SSD and then copy over the data I want from the HDD to the SSD using the SATA cable? Does this mean, I also need to make a windows image on a disk and...
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- Post #5
- Jan 5, 2017
- Forum: Memory and Storage
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How to backup data & OS when swapping HDD with SSD

Hello friends, Happy New Year!! I hope everyone is doing well. I want to swap my HDD in my laptop, with a SSD. My laptop is a Dell Inspiron 5547, it has a 1TB, S3, 5.4, 512E, STRAIGHT, M8BP2, 16D. I recently purchased a Crucial MX300 2.5" 525GB SATA III 3-D Vertical Internal Solid State...
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- Jan 3, 2017
- Replies: 9
- Forum: Memory and Storage
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Laptop battery replacement recommendation - Dell Inspiron 5347 laptop

Hello friends, I hope everyone is enjoying the holidays. I need to get a replacement laptop battery for my Dell Inspiron 5347 laptop. I am located in the USA. The Dell website has the following batteries listed http://www.dell.com/en-us/shop/category/ar/7686 Here are some pics of the...
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- Dec 27, 2016
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Laptops
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Think Pad Yoga 12 black screen, no cursor, nothing one external monitor either...help please?

Hello friends, I hope everyone is doing well. I need some help, please. I have a Lenovo Yoga 12, Machin type 20DL laptop, which is just about 8 months old. It however just went out of warranty, since the original purchase (brand new in box) was made just about 12 months ago, but I was gifted...
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- Sep 28, 2016
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Laptops
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Laptop software backup software recommendation please

Hello friends, I hope you are doing well. I need some help. I am terrible at backing up my data, and have had fatal and near fatal HD crashes before, but not yet learnt my lesson. Now is the time to learn :) I have a couple of laptops which are using Windows 10. I believe they all have...
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- Sep 22, 2016
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Windows
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Please help, Windows 10 not booting, can I remove HD and transfer files?

Hello friends, Sorry for disappearing. I managed to use some recovery software, a trial version of it, to recover the files I needed. The software was easy to use, but it took me a long time to find one that was affordable and easy to use. I then returned the HDD to the laptop provider, as it...
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- Post #12
- Sep 22, 2016
- Forum: Computer Building
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Is this a good deal on a monitor?

Hello friends, I hope you are doing well. I am in the market to buy a monitor to connect to my NVR (network video recorder) to which my IP surveillance cameras at home are connected. This is for home use only. I will rarely use the monitor, but want to have one in case I need it for...
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- Sep 15, 2016
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Displays
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Please help, Windows 10 not booting, can I remove HD and transfer files?

Hi, I took out the laptop hardrive from the laptop and connected it via USB to my other working laptop. The file explorer on my working laptop recognizes a D: when I connect the other HD in (to the working laptop). However, the file explorer is taking a long time to open anything in D: Is...
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- Post #5
- Jul 17, 2016
- Forum: Computer Building
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Please help, Windows 10 not booting, can I remove HD and transfer files?

Thank you ketchup, I appreciate your help. I got a Laptop Hard Drive Disk Enclosure from the Big Box store, and now need to figure out the next steps. Do I just insert the laptop HD in the enclosure, and then connect the enclosure via the USB port to my laptop? Will I need to install...
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- Post #3
- Jul 17, 2016
- Forum: Computer Building
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Please help, Windows 10 not booting, can I remove HD and transfer files?

Hello friends, I hope you are doing well. I really hope someone can help me. I have a Lenovo Thinkpad Yoga 12 laptop with Windows 10. I was using it to do some work on Excel, and using the internet (all clean, no viruses etc.) and then the computer shut down all of a sudden. It gave me the...
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- Jul 17, 2016
- Replies: 11
- Forum: Computer Building
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Need to buy a HDD for my Network Video Recorder - WD Purple or other?

Hello friends, I hope everyone is doing well. I need to buy a HDD for my Network Video Recorder (NVR) which will be connected to my IP surveillance cameras at home. This will be for use at my residence. I am looking for a 4TB or a 6TB HDD, unless there is a good deal on a larger...
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- May 11, 2016
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Memory and Storage
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Fridge recommendation - preferably no external ice maker/water faucet

Hello friends, I am in the market for a new fridge -about 25cu ft. The enclave for the fridge is 38w * 32D * 72h. I am wondering if there is any good brand/quality fridge that does not have an external ice maker and water filter? My spouse and I do not need that functionality. We basically...
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- Mar 25, 2016
- Replies: 12
- Forum: Home and Garden
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I need a chainsaw

Hi friends, Sorry to hijack this thread, but, I thought it would be better than starting a new thread. I have a lot of tall Pine trees on some land where my home is. I need to cut a lot of these trees, as they are dying and may fall on the house in a strong storm, hurricane etc. I have...
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- Post #38
- Mar 22, 2016
- Forum: Home and Garden
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Security system setup for a house & land occupied by older adults

Hello friends, I hope everyone is doing well, this is a great forum. I recently purchased an home with acreage in the Houston, TX area. My parents will be the primary residents, as I need to be closer to my workplace. The distance between the house and the main gate, which is just a...
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- Mar 18, 2016
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Home and Garden
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Backup and restore iPhone question

Hello friends, I hope everyone is doing well. I have an iPhone 4S, I am in the USA. I need to back it up and loan it to a relative for a few months, and loan it to a relative for a few months. Can I just use Itunes and backup the phone, to save my photos, messages and contacts? After...
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- Feb 27, 2016
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Apple
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Looking for a 12-14 inch laptop for basic home use

Hello friends, Happy holidays. I have a quick question. I am looking for a 12-13 inch laptop for general home use: 1) Internet browsing 2) Some youtube/Netflix 3) Basic MS office, nothing requiring heavy processing 4) No gaming 5) Maybe some multimedia e.g. a movie I would prefer a...
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- Dec 18, 2015
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Laptops
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Any deals on a 13 or 14 inch laptop for home use

Hi RossMan, Thank you for your reply. I would like to spend around 400-500 if possible, but am flexible. Thank you for your referral - the issue with the Acer is that it is 15.6 inches, and I am looking for something in the 13-14inch range. Thanks! desidude
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- Post #3
- Nov 26, 2015
- Forum: Black Friday 2015
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Any deals on a 13 or 14 inch laptop for home use

Hi friends, Wishing all of you, and your loved ones, a very Happy Thanksginving. I am looking for a ~13 or ~14 inch laptop for home use, and was wondering if there are any good deals for Black Friday/Thanksgiving/the holiday season. I prefer a Windows based pc, which will be used for...
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- Nov 26, 2015
- Replies: 11
- Forum: Black Friday 2015
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Any interesting private companies that are protecting cyberspace?

Any other suggestions? Maybe some more interesting examples? Thanks, desidude
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- Post #5
- Sep 24, 2015
- Forum: Politics and News
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Any interesting private companies that are protecting cyberspace?

Hi friends, I hope everyone is doing well. I am doing some graduate level research on cyberspace, and wanted to identify some interesting U.S companies that are doing interesting work to curb threats such as cyber crime, hacking etc. The broader topic of research is private sector...
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- Sep 24, 2015
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Politics and News
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2007 Toyota Yaris horn not working

Thanks cabri So would it be the single black wire, I believe that is the only wire that goes to the horn? If so, how would we test this? I really appreciate your help.
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- Post #7
- Sep 5, 2015
- Forum: The Garage
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2007 Toyota Yaris horn not working

Hi _Rick_ Thank you for your reply. The fuse seems ok...I replaced it with the spare one in the fuse box. It is a 10A fuse. I guess I could buy a new fuse and try? I am hearing a clicking sound in the harness under the hood when I press the horn on the steering wheel, does that mean the...
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- Post #5
- Sep 5, 2015
- Forum: The Garage
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2007 Toyota Yaris horn not working

Hi cabri, Thanks for your reply. How would I bypass the horn switch? Can I still use the horn on the steering wheel? Thanks, desidude
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- Post #3
- Sep 5, 2015
- Forum: The Garage
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2007 Toyota Yaris horn not working

Hi friends, I hope everyone is doing well. I have a 2007 Toyota Yaris (hatchback) with about 102,000 miles on it. The horn is not working, and I am wondering what the cause could be? I am trying to fix it with my friend who is a mechanic on leave due to family issues. He has over 10 years...
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- Sep 5, 2015
- Replies: 14
- Forum: The Garage
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Beginner video editing software for Mac recommendation needed

Hello friends, I hope everyone is doing well. I am looking for suggestions for an easy to use, preferably amateur, video editing software for use on a Macintosh. This will be used to edit personal holiday videos taken using a DSLR camera or a smart phone. Any suggestions please...
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- Jul 27, 2015
- Replies: 9
- Forum: Apple
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Which tablet meets these requirements and may be competively priced now/soon?

Hi lopri...sorry, did I say something wrong :(
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- Post #11
- Dec 3, 2014
- Forum: Mobile Devices
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Which tablet meets these requirements and may be competively priced now/soon?

Hello friends, Thank you for your reply and apologies for my delayed response. The USB functionality will be to transfer files, either a PDF, Powerpoint or a Word document. I know this can be easily done via email, but the Professor is not that tech savvy unfortunately. So for...
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- Post #9
- Dec 2, 2014
- Forum: Mobile Devices
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Which tablet meets these requirements and may be competively priced now/soon?

Hello poofyhairguy, Thank you for your replies. Wishing you and your family/friends a very Happy Thanksgiving. I appreciate your reply. I think only the Microsoft Surface 2 has the SIM card option, so I may need to consider some of the Samsung models. Can the Android tablets, e.g. the...
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- Post #5
- Nov 27, 2014
- Forum: Mobile Devices
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Which tablet meets these requirements and may be competively priced now/soon?

Hi, Thanks for the reply. I was wondering if there are any other suggestions, as I am concerned that Nokia may not have a wide network of warranty providers. How about the other brands, e.g. Samsung? Thanks, desidude
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- Post #3
- Nov 27, 2014
- Forum: Mobile Devices
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Which tablet meets these requirements and may be competively priced now/soon?

Hello friends and Happy Thanksgiving! I was wondering if any of the tablets that are either being discounted for 'Black Friday' or being sold at a competitive price would meet my needs: 1) A tablet that has a USB or external connection is preferred 2) A tablet that has cellular data...
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- Nov 27, 2014
- Replies: 17
- Forum: Mobile Devices
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Email service/program question

Hello friends, I am looking for advice on an email client/program that can do this. I have an alumni email address (I am an alumnus of that university), e.g. abc@xyzcollege.edu that forwards to my current email service. I have a free gmail as well as a google apps (.in) email address so I can...
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- Nov 14, 2014
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Windows

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