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  1. txlonghorn

    Gadget Getters! AMEX Cardholders: FREE Lifetime ShopRunner Membership ($79/yr. value)

    Yes. I can confirm it works for my Costo Amex. When I entering my Amex card number for verification, I recall reading something that said the card number must end with 1001. My Citi Amex card ends with something else.
  2. txlonghorn

    Cheapest cell phone voice plan?

    Thanks for the info.
  3. txlonghorn

    Cheapest cell phone voice plan?

    Since I am a T-Mobile customer, I like this plan. A couple of follow up questions: 1) Can I just buy a cheap feature phone off eBay and use it for the prepaid plan? after I buy a SIM card from T-Mobile? 2) On the T-Mobile prepaid plan, are calls to other T-Mobile customers still free?
  4. txlonghorn

    Cheapest cell phone voice plan?

    I need to get my kid a cell phone for when he is out with friends or staying with my ex. It is for emergency only so the only requirement is that it makes voice calls. What is the cheapest plan out there for a feature phone? Any information is appreciated. Thanks
  5. txlonghorn

    Rosewill N150 Atheros PCI-E Wifi NIC $14.99 - $6 Promo = $8.99 FS @ Newegg

    I don't know about measurable differences, but from personal experience, I prefer PCI-e adapter. 1) It boots up faster than USB adapter. It appears to me that Windows has to load the USB hub driver first and then the wireless driver. With PCI-e adapter, Windows loads the wireless driver a...
  6. txlonghorn

    HDMI cable. 6' for $1.49 at Newegg with promo code. FREE SHIPPING.

    I bought a bunch of these around BF. They look cheap and they feel cheap compared to my other HDMI cables, even when compared to the freebie HDMI cable that came with my refurb DVD player. However, they work just fine. I have one connected from a laptop to a monitor and one connected from a...
  7. txlonghorn

    YMMV - New Logitech Harmony One Remote - $109.99 + Tax at Costco (BM)

    Was in South Austin Costco this afternoon and saw a pallet full of these remotes for sale at Costco. I have never seen price this low for a Harmony One remote, not even a refurbished unit. A quick Google search shows J&R has the lowest price on a new unit for $159.88 shipped. Since I have not...
  8. txlonghorn

    Dead: DDR3 Desktop Memory: Extra 12% off @Newegg, deals from $8

    The code also works for today's ShellShocker deal: G.SKILL Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1866 (PC3 14900) Desktop Memory Model F3-14900CL9D-8GBXL for a total of $35.19 shipped. Thanx OP. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820231455
  9. txlonghorn

    Phenom II X4 quad-core $49.99 @ Microcenter B&M

    Will this work with ECS A780GM-A v1.0? ECS website http://www.ecs.com.tw/ECSWebSite/Product/Product_Detail.aspx?DetailID=866&CategoryID=1&MenuID=20&LanID=0#fragment-CPU didn't list this CPU specifically, but it does list 925 (C3) and 925 (C2) as compatible.
  10. txlonghorn

    Cisco Valet AM10 (USB WiFi adapter) $9 shipped

    I have 5 of those adapters. 3 are in constant use. The rest are spares. They mostly run great except for 2 things: 1) They do run hot. But I just popped the cover. No problem so far running with no cover. 2) The computers sometimes don't see the adapter on cold boot. I have to re-install...
  11. txlonghorn

    [HOT!] Xigmatek case fans - One FREE AR @Newegg

    Try contacting Christina Fleck directly. She always promptly replied to my inquiries. Still, I waited until mid April before receiving my November 2011 rebate. Christina M. Fleck Accounting Clerk/Office Manager Phone No. (631) 343-7232 ex.101 Fax No. (631) 343-7233...
  12. txlonghorn

    Microsoft Windows Home Server 2011 (OEM) $32 After $10 rebate

    Yup. That's the problem for me. I am pretty sure all my machines have Realtek Gigabit NIC. It is not like Realtek is a 3rd-tier company. It is a big name player. Thanks for the info. I may give that a try next time.
  13. txlonghorn

    Microsoft Windows Home Server 2011 (OEM) $32 After $10 rebate

    You are one of the lucky ones. From http://www.mediasmarthome.com/article/14041/Restoring-64-bit-PCs-from-Windows-Home-Server-What-You-Need-to-Know/ : "not everyone using a 64-bit OS will have restoration issues. Like a Windows installation disc, the Windows Home Server PC restore disc...
  14. txlonghorn

    Microsoft Windows Home Server 2011 (OEM) $32 After $10 rebate

    WHS v1 recovery CD is 32-bit. It will not recover 64-bit system. You have to either manually load 32-bit NIC driver and pray it will find your WHS, or yank the disk out and recover it via another WHS client using ClientRestoreWizard.exe. Can someone confirm that MS fixed this problem in WHS...
  15. txlonghorn

    Which SSDs get a 7.9 on WEI ?

    Hmmmm.... My 128GB M4 only does 7.8
  16. txlonghorn

    ººººº--§§§§§§§--The Freebies thread--§§§§§§§--ººººº Part 0b110 (six).

    Anyone got small capacity USB thumb drives laying around collecting dust? I need them to make rescue boot device and/or to hold drivers while restoring PCs. Capacity need not be big. 512MB is more than adequate. GB size thumb drives just seem complete overkill for what I want to do. Got a...
  17. txlonghorn

    Back Again! Linksys E3000-RM 802.11n Dual Band Wireless Router (REFURB) $46.

    My understanding is that 5GHz band yields a shorter range, but it is less crowded so you get better signal strength. With a good simultaneous dual band router like the E3000, you get good range on 2.4Ghz band and excellent signal strength on the 5Ghz band. This is exactly what I experienced...
  18. txlonghorn

    Back Again! Linksys E3000-RM 802.11n Dual Band Wireless Router (REFURB) $46.

    I got one last time at this price for my sister. I am thoroughly impressed by this router while I had it for testing. Easy to configure, no heat issue and excellent performance. Seriously thinking about picking one up for myself.....
  19. txlonghorn

    Do Hi-Gain Wi-fi Antennas work? How do they work?

    OK. Learned a $10.98 lesson. Thanx for the info.
  20. txlonghorn

    Do Hi-Gain Wi-fi Antennas work? How do they work?

    I bought a couple of these antennas for my router because they were cheap http://www.mwave.com/mwave/SKUSearch...0SMA%20OMNI-Di First, I don't see or feel any gain in my coverage as my router is already very good to begin with. Then I got to think: how does the antenna help the router? I...
  21. txlonghorn

    FLAMING HOT: SeaSonic X-650 $110 shipped AC @ newegg (expires 3/16)

    2nd that. I have 2 of these. One in my main computer and one in my WHS. The one in my WHS powers 7 HDDS without breaking a sweat. Both run silent and cool without the fan even turned on. Excellent PSU at a great price.
  22. txlonghorn

    [DEAD]REVISED Newegg Linksys refurb E3000-RM $45.99 free shipping

    Can't speak for others, but my experience is very positive. Got the router yesterday. It came with the latest firmware and I had it setup and running dual networks in about 10 minutes using the web interface. I set up the 2.4GHz network exactly the same as my existing network and all my...
  23. txlonghorn

    [HOT!] Xigmatek case fans - One FREE AR @Newegg

    I am still waiting on my rebate sent in on 11/08/2011. I email Xigmatek on 12/20/2011 and promptly received a reply from Christina Fleck, Accounting Clerk/Office Manager stating: "Yes, pestering me with email is the easiest way to check your status or you can call me. However, please follow...
  24. txlonghorn

    8GB Sandisk SDHC cards $2 each after PM @ Staples YMMV

    No go for south Austin location. After lengthy discussion amongst the associates, the manager finally made a ruling that Walgreen is not a competitor. Therefore, the coupon is null and void.
  25. txlonghorn

    G.SKILL Ripjaws Series 8GB 240-Pin DDR3 1333 PC3 10666 SDRAM Desktop: $34.99. FS

    As you wish http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...-20231416-L03A Use promo code EMCJJKB23 to knock it down to $39.99
  26. txlonghorn

    Xigmatek Intel/Amd Dark Knight-S1283V 120mm Fan CPU Cooler $4AR @ TheEgg **DEAD**

    Just contacted egg's customer service and had the code approved. However, I have to contact customer service again after the cooler is shipped to get promo discount credit. Oh well, another 10 minutes online.....
  27. txlonghorn

    Xigmatek Intel/Amd Dark Knight-S1283V 120mm Fan CPU Cooler $4AR @ TheEgg **DEAD**

    Yeah, I saw the code on the egg's front page, but it also says: "20% Off Select Computer Accessories with Promo Code: BLKNOVCA at Checkout." This cooler may not be one of the "select computer accessories" since it already has a rebate. If anyone can get the code to work, LMK and I'll...
  28. txlonghorn

    Xigmatek Intel/Amd Dark Knight-S1283V 120mm Fan CPU Cooler $4AR @ TheEgg **DEAD**

    Just ordered one, but the code didn't work for me.....
  29. txlonghorn

    Cisco Valet AM10 300Mbps 802.11n Wireless LAN USB 2.0 Adapter $12.99 shipped mwave

    Got an email from mwave about this deal tonight. This is the same adapter I got from Staples 2 weeks ago for $10. See this thread for more info about the adapter: http://forums.anandtech.com/showthread.php?t=2199913 Obviously $12.99 is not as good as the $10 deal, but it is still heck of a...
  30. txlonghorn

    Cisco Valet Connect USB Wifi-N adapter (300M) $10 @ Staples B&M only

    There is a printable $5 off $25 coupon in the back of the on-line ad. I picked up 3 more today for $25. Yeah, I had the same doubt. Couldn't believe a Cisco branded N adapter can be so cheap. I used one of Staple's demo computer and Googled the product. When I saw the specs I had 2...
  31. txlonghorn

    Cisco Valet Connect USB Wifi-N adapter (300M) $10 @ Staples B&M only

    Found another great use for this device today. I had to restore an old 32-bit machine from WHS backup using the restore CD. The biggest hassle has always been keeping the networking driver around so that it can be loaded during startup and connect the machine to the network. All I had to do...
  32. txlonghorn

    Cisco Valet Connect USB Wifi-N adapter (300M) $10 @ Staples B&M only

    I concur. I am going back to get a few more to upgrade all my wifi adapters to 300mbps. BTW, the unit I have runs warm to the touch, not burning hot. Another plus.
  33. txlonghorn

    Cisco Valet Connect USB Wifi-N adapter (300M) $10 @ Staples B&M only

    Not dead, just in-store only. That was specified in the email. I was confused by the on-line ad too, that's why I didn't pay attention first. At the store today (Austin, south), there was a table full of this item and the the Cisco Valet Plus Router under the banner "Special Buy".
  34. txlonghorn

    Cisco Valet Connect USB Wifi-N adapter (300M) $10 @ Staples B&M only

    I got an email flyer yesterday about this deal but I didn't pay attention because I thought it was $10 off. But I was in Staples today and saw the adapter for only $10. Was debating whether I should pickup a Wifi-N adapter from deals posted by Zap. But $10 for this device made it a no...
  35. txlonghorn

    Microcenter - Phenom II X4 840 3.2GHz Quad-Core $50 - B&M

    What's the advantage of using a quad-core CPU to run WHS? I have a single-core Sempron WHS. Just wondering why you are upgrading.
  36. txlonghorn

    2TB Western Digital Caviar Green for $70

    HITACHI Deskstar 5K3000 HDS5C3020ALA632 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16822145475 The reviews are all over the place. It is either hit or miss. Glad my 2 were hits.
  37. txlonghorn

    2TB Western Digital Caviar Green for $70

    In my WHS, I have 2 X 2TB WD Green drive, 2 X 2TB of Hitachi version of he green drive, and 1 X 2TB Samsung F4 drive. Of all the drives, the Hitachi drives are the quietest. The Sumsung drive runs the coolest. The WD Green drives run consistently 5-10 degrees hotter than the Samsung drive...
  38. txlonghorn

    Antec Lanboard Free after MIR($6) @ Fry's

    It would have cost me $6 in gas just to drive over to Fry's to pick this up for "free". But the free shipping made it a no-brainer purchase. Thanks OP.
  39. txlonghorn

    (DEAD)NE Shellshocker: G.Skill RipjawsX 8GB (2X4GB) DDR3-1600 1.5v (YMMV)

    Sorry. I was so excited I forgot the code was "A Token of Thanks: Exclusive Coupons on Your Choice of Components!" "**PROMO CODES ARE NON-TRANSFERABLE and may only be redeemed using the Newegg account attached to this e-mail address."
  40. txlonghorn

    (DEAD)NE Shellshocker: G.Skill RipjawsX 8GB (2X4GB) DDR3-1600 1.5v (YMMV)

    Yup. The code works: BTEKDKD32 Just picked up a set for $59.49. Awesome deal with no rebate. Thanks OP.