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    Mix USB1.1 and USB2 devices

    My Dell PowerEdge 400sc server has six USB2 ports. If I connect a USB1.1 device to one of the ports, will the speed of other USB2 devices be affected? The motherboard is similiar to Intel D875PBZ. Thanks.
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    What is the best wireless router for home use?

    There are lots of reviews about all kinds of wireless routers. I wonder if anyone has ever compared some wireless routers and has a favorite one. Does any wireless router stand out? How about reliability? I am checking out SMC, Netgear and Microsoft. I would also appreciate comments about any...
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    Crucial Memory 128=$13, 256=$38 AR at Best Buy

    I received the 128MB Crucial SODIMM. The PN on the box is CT16M64S6W75, on the receipt it is CT16M64S6W7E, on the rebate form it is CT16M64S6W7. Anyone notice the difference? P.S. The UPC is 649528711182.
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    Norton Systemworks 2002 Pro $9.99 plus $3 shipping

    I wonder if the software they sell is legit. Is the license included with the media?
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    HOT TDK 50 CDR $2.99 after MIR @ Circuit City

    Interesting comments about Taiyo Yudan, CMC and other CDRs. http://groups.google.com/groups?hl=en&lr=&ie=UTF8&oe=UTF8&frame=right&th=7313b077a6e8af5&seekm=fNwA8.222336%24CH1.146166%40sccrnsc02#link1 So far, just fine... Do you really think they are going to last the same as TY? All CDRs must...
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    HOT TDK 50 CDR $2.99 after MIR @ Circuit City

    I went to Circuit City today, they had TDK 50 packs all over the store and I got the last one made by Taiyo Yuden. Others were all made by CMC in Taiwan. Three years ago when I owned a 4x burner, media seemed to be a big issue, I read a review at cdmediaworld.com, which claimed Ritek and CMC...
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    Staples Sale starting 5/19 AD NOW UP

    Which timezone is staples.com running on, EDT, CDT or PDT? Thanks.
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    Anyone ever used extended warranty by AMEX?

    American Express provides up to one year extended warranty for items bought using AMEX cards via their free buyer assurance plan. This is great for digital cameras and laptops which have only one-year warranty. Anyone has experience getting the extended warranty? What is the procedure for...