Computer's & Electronic Gadgets

This page lists most of my computer and electronic gadgets. I have pretty much made the jump to apple products after many many years with window. You know what they say.. once you go mac you don't go back.  


iMac 27" Mid 2011

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  • 27-inch (viewable) LED-backlit glossy widescreen TFT display with support for millions of colors
  • Resolution: 2560 by 1440 pixel
  • 3.1GHz quad-core Intel Core i5 with 6MB on-chip shared L3 cache
  • 8GB (two 4GB) of 1333MHz DDR3 memory
  • 1TB (7200 rpm) hard drive
  • AMD Radeon HD 6970M with 2GB GDDR5
  • Built-in stereo speakers
  • Two internal 20-watt high-efficiency amplifiers
  • Headphone/optical digital audio output (minijack)
  • Audio line in/optical digital audio input (minijack)
  • Built-in microphone
  • Support for Apple iPhone headset with microphone
  • One Thunderbolt port on 21.5-inch iMac
  • Two Thunderbolt ports on 27-inch iMac
  • Mini DisplayPort output with support for DVI, VGA, and dual-link DVI (adapters sold separately)
  • One FireWire 800 port; 7 watts
  • Four USB 2.0 ports
  • SDXC card slot
  • Slot-loading 8x SuperDrive with 4x double-layer burning (DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/CD-RW)
  • Audio in/out
  • 10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45 connector)
  • IR receiver

iMac 24" Early 2008  

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Processor  3.06 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo

Memory  4 GB 800 MHz DDR2 SDRAM

Graphics  NVIDIA GeForce 8800 GS 512 MB

Software  Mac OS X Lion 10.7.2 (11C74)

iMac is a sleek all-in-one computer that has been designed to meet the needs of video professionals, graphic designers, families, educators, and businesspeople. A venerable jack-of-all trades, and master of all, the iMac is just at home in a professional environment as it is as in your home as the family computer.

Apple Power Macintosh G4/1.25 DP

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The Apple Power Macintosh G4/1.25 DP (Mirrored Drive Doors) features dual 1.25 GHz PowerPC 7455 (G4) processors each with the AltiVec "Velocity Engine" vector processing unit, 256k "on chip" level 2 cache, and 2 MB of DDR SRAM level 3 backside cache. It shipped configured with 512 MB of RAM, a 120 GB Ultra ATA/100 hard drive, a 2X DVD-R/CD-RW "SuperDrive", and a 4X AGP ATI Radeon 9000 Pro graphics card with 64 MB of DDR SDRAM. AirPort (802.11b) was available by custom configuration.

HP TouchSmart IQ770

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The HP TouchSmart IQ770 is an all in one computer with a 19" touchscreen, built-in web cam, memory card reader, and wireless keyboard and mouse.  It even has a built-in TV tuner, DVR functionality and a remote control.  You can also you can dock an HP Photosmart printer on the TouchSmart for a real all-in-one experience.  The TouchSmart is being marketed as the perfect family computer for the kitchen or living room.  It has a cool customizable home screen that can deliver weather, traffic, notes, a family scheduler, and photo organizer, all of which can be driven with the touch of the finger or the included stylus.  The touchscreen interface is really perfect for a family computer to keep organizational drudgery easy and even fun. 

iPhone 4 32 GB with AT&T

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iPhone 4 is Apple’s attempt to re-revolutionanize the smartphone. A stainless-steel antenna sandwiched between two layers of chemically strengthened glass, iPhone 4′s new features include a 960×480 Retina Display, FaceTimevideo calling, 5mp camera with 720p HD video recording, and a polymer-lithium battery to power it all.

iPhone 3G S 32 GB with AT&T

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iPhone 3G S (the S stands for speed) today at the keynote for WWDC 2009. This new version has several updates over the iPhone 3G model, and here they are:As the name implies, the new iPhone 3G S is supposed to be faster. Apple boasts that you can load Web pages and launch apps twice as fast as the previous model. It also promises improved 3D graphics for games.

Ipad Original 64 GB WIFI Version.

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The iPad is a tablet computer produced by the marketing geniuses over at Apple. Unlike other tablet computers, the iPad was envisioned as the perfect tablet for people who work in jobs that involve audio and visual media — this is the tablet computer for people who already have a Macbook Pro, an iPhone, and a subscription to Wired magazine. The iPad is meant for optimal display of books and magazines, media like movies and music, and a better slice of the web than is currently available in other Apple handheld products. Apple released the first iPads in April 2010 and went on to sell over 3 millions iPads in 80 days. It turns out that businessmen and other professionals like the iPad as much as the media geeks it was designed for.

HP TouchPad 32 GB With Web OS

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Made to work like you, but with fewer coffee breaks.

Get productive, or at least fake it really well with a brilliantly large screen, the ability to multitask like a champion of multitasking, wireless printing to compatible HP printers, and thousands of apps from the App Catalog.

And because you deserve it, play games, download movies or TV shows, listen to music powered by Beats Audio™, and browse the same web you know and love with support for Adobe® Flash® player.

HP Photosmart C8180 All-in-One Printer, Scanner, Copier

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The HP Photosmart C8180 All-in-One delivers the fastest and easiest way to print photos at home.(1) This ultimate photo archiving all-in-one features a 3.5-inch touchsreen for easy navigation and LightScribe technology(2) for etching labels directly onto the surface of CDs/DVDs. In addition to delivering easy printing at home, this feature--packed printer offers lab-quality photos, laser-quality documents, copy and scan functionality, as well as built-in wireless(3) and Ethernet connectivity. With one touch buttons, blazing print speeds, Bluetooth®, HP Smart Web Printing(4) and an automated photo tray, the HP Photosmart C8180 All-in-One lets users tackle a variety of printing jobs with ease. 

Bose Companion 3 2.1-CH PC multimedia speaker sys

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Experience a new level of audio performance from your computer. Bose's premium multimedia speakers provide exceptionally clean, high-quality audio while freeing up valuable desktop space. Satellite speakers can attach to your flat panel monitor or right on your desk. A compact Acoustimass module fits neatly under your desk and delivers impressive lower tones that make movies and games come to life. And an all-in-one control pod houses a headphone jack, adjusts the volume and includes an auxiliary input. Companion 3 speakers represent a premium choice for all your computer audio sources. From MP3s, CDs and Internet radio to DVDs, streaming video and games. Hear full, rich sound from tiny satellite speakers designed to complement - and conveniently attach to - flat panel monitors. It's a unique combination of elegance and convenience, whether you place them on your desk or opt for a speaker-free desktop.

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Apple AirPort Extreme

Wireless network users demand two things: higher speeds and greater range. The AirPort Extreme Base Station delivers on both fronts and offers superfast wireless network access throughout just about any home, office, or classroom.

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Some Wi-Fi devices use the 2.4GHz wireless band, including iPhone, iPod touch, and devices using 802.11b/g. Other devices can use either 2.4GHz or the higher-speed 5GHz band, such as the latest 802.11n-based Mac computers, iPad, and Apple TV. Instead of choosing one of the bands, AirPort Extreme operates simultaneously on both bands, and your multiband devices automatically use the best available band. This means all your Wi-Fi devices get the fastest possible wireless performance and the best possible range. In addition, AirPort Extreme reduces the possibility of interference from appliances and cordless phones that use the 2.4GHz band.

Based on the IEEE 802.11n specification, AirPort Extreme uses a technology called multiple-input multiple-output (MIMO) to transmit multiple data streams simultaneously. The result? AirPort Extreme delivers data transfer speeds up to five times those of 802.11g wireless networks — while achieving up to twice the range.

Linksys WRT300n Wireless-N Broadband Router (replaced by Apple Airport extreme)

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The LINKSYS WRT300N Wireless-N Broadband Router with SpeedBooster is an all-in-one Internet router that enables you optimize your home network. The Wireless Access Point lets you connect without wires, a built-in 4-port full-duplex 10/100 Switch connects with Ethernet networks, and the router allows your entire wireless network to be connected to broadband.

The WRT300N also utilizes advanced MIMO (Multi-In, Multi-Out) technology, for exceptionally fast data transfers and wireless interoperability at the highest speeds with your broadband connection. The broadband router allows lightning fast data transfers along with 802.11n compatibility, so your home network is ready for upcoming technological standards.

It also can work with 802.11b/g standards can be used with any compatible device. It helps you run your home/office wireless network's connections, while providing enough bandwidth for all your needs, simultaneously, at any distance or location in the home or office. Ensure your data security with a stateful packet inspection firewall, wireless MAC address filtering, VPN pass through, and WiFi protected access.

My Book Essential 3TB External HD & two more 1 TB External HD's

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Dual USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 connectivity
A single drive with universal compatibility today and next-generation speed for tomorrow. Use it with USB 2.0 now and step up to USB 3.0 speed when you’re ready.

Up to 3x faster transfer rates

When connected to a SuperSpeed USB 3.0 port this drive lets you access and save files up to three times faster than USB 2.0. Transfer a 2-hour HD movie in just three and a half minutes instead of 13 minutes.*

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*Performance may vary based on user’s hardware and system configuration.

WD quality inside and out

For over 20 years, millions of people worldwide have trusted their data to WD hard drives. We are successful because we understand the importance of your data and our first concern is keeping that data safe.

WD SmartWare software

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You’re in control of your backup. Install all the features, select just the components you need, or if you prefer, choose not to use the software at all.

Automatic, continuous backup

Works quietly in the background to protect your data using minimal PC resources. Whenever you add or change a file it’s instantly backed up.

Password protection for privacy

Gain peace of mind knowing that your data is protected from unauthorized access with password protection and encryption.*

* A model with disabled encryption is also available.

Planet friendly

We designed a small box and used recycled material to minimize waste. We encourage you to recycle it. 

The myshare 2TB storage solution from Hammer

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The myshare 2TB storage solution from Hammer storage gives you plenty of room to back up all of your data. The dual drive solution supports RAID 0, RAID 1, and JBOD so you can select the combination of storage space and data reliability that works best for you.

The enclosure attaches to your network with a Gigabit Ethernet port so all data transfers are handled as quickly as possible. Two USB ports on the back can be used to add extra drives or printers.

You can set up the myshare to be accessed from the internet so your data is available when you travel. You can also set up multiple users with their own levels of access so you can restrict files to those who need them

© Troy Cross 2011