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Netgear GS105 5-port Gigabit Ethernet Switch

Childrens Toy Shop > Computer > Network and Connectivity
from: Netgear

October 07, 2003
Having bought two of these for a home system (instead of the 8 port version), the unit does what is says on the data sheet. Why buy? well, the purchase was on the basis of reliable use of these units for commerical purposes over many years.

It is not the cheapest five port unit you can get, and it still needs to use an external power supply (internal would be better, but that costs more - see the 8-port version).

Using its 1GBit LAN has allowed a home 1GBit NAS to be more of a pleasure to use.

Any units now purchased come with a lifetime warranty (two years for the external PSU) - lifetime support is what consumers want.

The unit is in a metal case and this reduces any RFI noise as well as ... Read More:

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Linksys Wireless-N USB Adapter

Childrens Toy Shop > Computer > Network and Connectivity
from: Linksys

February 18, 2008
Having bought two of these for a home system (instead of the 8 port version), the unit does what is says on the data sheet. Why buy? well, the purchase was on the basis of reliable use of these units for commerical purposes over many years.

It is not the cheapest five port unit you can get, and it still needs to use an external power supply (internal would be better, but that costs more - see the 8-port version).

Using its 1GBit LAN has allowed a home 1GBit NAS to be more of a pleasure to use.

Any units now purchased come with a lifetime warranty (two years for the external PSU) - lifetime support is what consumers want.

The unit is in a metal case and this reduces any RFI noise as well as ... Read More:

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Belkin High Speed Internet Modem Cable RJ11 Male to RJ11 Male 7.5m

Childrens Toy Shop > Computer > Network and Connectivity
from: Belkin

December 08, 2004
Just arrived today. I had my laptop downstairs right by the phone socket but wanted it upstairs. I'd heard that having an extension could decrease your connection speed. My average connection speed by the phone was 6.9mb.

So I was a little nervous about getting a cable this long - but the price was right - so I gave it a go.

And I'm glad I did - I'm now upstairs, plugged in and surfing the net at a rate of 7.0mb!

What a a bargain piece of equipment.

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Belkin R6G029 2-Port Passive Hub

Childrens Toy Shop > Computer > Network and Connectivity
from: Belkin

December 20, 2004
Just arrived today. I had my laptop downstairs right by the phone socket but wanted it upstairs. I'd heard that having an extension could decrease your connection speed. My average connection speed by the phone was 6.9mb.

So I was a little nervous about getting a cable this long - but the price was right - so I gave it a go.

And I'm glad I did - I'm now upstairs, plugged in and surfing the net at a rate of 7.0mb!

What a a bargain piece of equipment.

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Netgear - WG311T 108 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter

Childrens Toy Shop > Computer > Network and Connectivity
from: Netgear

April 19, 2004
This card is notorious for poor performance and system lock ups. It has particular problems with MSI motherboards and AMD processors. With the netlink software installed it would take 30-60 seconds to decide it couldnt connect to my network then change its mind and conect me with frequent drops.

When this card was installed my system would randomly hang with no explanation, it was only after i looked into the card itself that i found that this was a common problem.

Have replaced with an edimax card which im glad to say is working well.

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USB 56K V90 External Dial Up PCI Fax Data Modem

Childrens Toy Shop > Computer > Network and Connectivity
from: NA


I bought this fax modem to use on my new Dell computer with Widows Vista Home Basic 32BIT. I followed all the instructions. It was recognized by Windows Vista as a modem. I then followed the instructions and installed its fax software called FaxTalk Communicator. But I was unable to send faxes. whenever I tried to send one a message came up: 'This print operation requires that fax talk Call Control is running'.

I contacted Company Technical Support and followed all their instructions. I also uninstalled and reinstalled all software again and again and still got same problems!
Strangelly enough I was getting messages offering me to upgrade for better FaxTalk Communicator software and pay for that of course!

I bought ... Read More:

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Nokia BH-202 Bluetooth Headset

Childrens Toy Shop > Computer > Network and Connectivity
from: Nokia

September 16, 2007
The Nokia BH-202 is very light and easy to use, the only issue I have is that it didn't come with the free car charger.

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Sony DRBT20NX Bluetooth Stereo Headphone Set

Childrens Toy Shop > Computer > Network and Connectivity
from: Sony

November 07, 2006
I have owned one since its first launch and I think this is an excellent specimen for people who are looking for something which is so versatile.
I use it in the gym with my Samsung MP3 player and while in the car.
Music quality is par comparison when compared with any corded but small headphones.
I will highly recommend it.

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Logitech diNovo Mini

Childrens Toy Shop > Computer > Network and Connectivity
from: Logitech

January 15, 2008
This product does everything I need it to do.

Highly recommended.

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Netgear XE102 Wall-plugged Ethernet Extender Kit

Childrens Toy Shop > Computer > Network and Connectivity
from: Netgear

February 17, 2006
this is a product that either works or it doesnt; but you only know it doesnt after hours of wasted time on the phone at your own cost. The support is incredibly bad - they must get paid by how much time they keep you on the phone. after hours of failing to solve the problem they say you will get a callback but dont. In the end they blame your wiring despite the fact other products work. One tip dont phone use the email support it costs you less and you dont waste as much time.Netgear XE102 Wall-plugged Ethernet Extender Kit