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Photos: I found my mothership - Fry's Electronics
Word of CautionI agree that Fry's is a motherload to an IT Professional, such as a candy store is to a child. I shop at Fry's in Dallas on a weekly basis. I have seldom not been able to find what I was looking for, and the prices are extremely...
Tags: components, etxcs, Fry Electronics, hardware, parts, photograph, problems
Discussion threads 2006-03-04
Photos: I found my mothership - Fry's Electronics
Photos: I found my mothership - Fry's Electronicsarticle rootSomeday, LouisvilleCall me jealous.Louisville may not be big enough (on paper - it's the 16th largest city, actually, in the US) to convince Fry's management to open a store here. Until then we have to make do with the Internet. At least...
Tags: Erik Eckel, Fry Electronics, frys, hardware, Outpost, photograph, staff
Discussion threads 2006-03-03
me too!
I've seen the ads for this place but never been to one. Wow! It's like a Sam's Club for Computer Geeks only. No wonder the advertised prices are so low, they probably buy huge lots!Photos: I found my mothership - Fry's ElectronicsNow I know where I am going next holidayDuhh...
Tags: card, credit card, fraud department, Fry Electronics, geek, hardware, heaven, Master Card, photograph, stargazerr
Discussion threads 2006-03-03
Photos: I found my mothership - Fry's Electronics
66 CheckOut StationsDo they really need 66 checkout stations??I'm sure only 10 would be occupied at any 1 time.When is Fry's heading to Florida??MothershipWOW! There are a few computer stores in this area, but nothing like Fry's!66 Needed, Oh yesVisit that same location at Christmas time and ALL will...
Tags: Fry Electronics, hardware, photograph, zRo.ToLeRaNcE@...
Discussion threads 2006-03-03
Photos: I found my mothership - Fry's Electronics
he dropped is draw!I guess in Indiana they drop their draws when excited instead of dropping their jaws.
Tags: dropping draw, Fry Electronics, hardware, jgs@..., photograph
Discussion threads 2006-03-03
Photos: I found my mothership - Fry's Electronics
by Jason HinerThere was great rejoicing in Indiana in 2005 at least among geeks like me because Fry's Electronics opened its first store in the Hoosier State - and only its second one in the Midwest the other one is in the Chicago area. I have blogged about my pilgrimage...
Tags: Fry Electronics, Indianapolis, Indiana, highlight, photograph
Image galleries 2006-02-26

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I found my mothership - Frys Electronics
I have found my mothership. [Click here for photo gallery] A couple months ago, I was driving through Indianapolis and I spotted something that left my mouth hanging open and nearly caused me to veer into the wrong lane on I-69. There was a new retail store that opened in...
Tags: Electronics, Computer, Fry, Productivity, Jason Hiner
Blog posts 2006-02-27
Free Net phone upstart sues Vonage, Fry's
Stay on top of the latest tech news with our free IT News Digest newsletter, delivered each weekday. Automatically sign up today!By ...
Tags: Home networking, Telecom & Utilities, Network technology, Vonage Holdings Corp., Linksys, phone, SIPphone, Internet phone, adapter
Technical articles 2004-09-30
Do EMPs destroy electronics?
I am inquiring to find out if there are different degrees to the effects of EMPs. Do EMPs fry circuits? or do they just disable the electronics temporarily? Any theories and support would be greatly appreciated.Think Power SurgeMost consumer grade electronic devices that are within the range of...
Tags: EMP, electronics
Q&A 2010-01-11
I found my mothership - Frys Electronics
Fry's How do they stay in businessI have dealt with Fry's since the week they opened in Downers Grove, Il. Their support has deteriorated to the worst of all the electronic stores in the county.Try to speak with a manager and the staff treats you like a terrorist.Thank goodness...
Tags: flavere@..., electronics
Discussion threads 2007-05-31
Tired of being a small fry, should i find a Job?
I have a SOHO with a number of clients, but feel i need experience in a corporate environment to develop my career and meet bigger players. I've engaged in Wide Area Network projects and Broabdand Internet Provision as well of a host of other ICT Services with my small...
Tags: career, soho, jobs, certification, clientS, job, SOHO, TBaba
Discussion threads 2006-01-05
Linux PCs: Customer service or lip service?
Linux PCs: Customer service or lip service?article rootLinux PCs: Customer service or lip service?Installing Linux on a home PC is easy enough. It's buying a Linux-based box that's the trickier part. For those enthusiasts looking for PCs running Linux or another open-source OS, finding an alternative to Windows from a...
Tags: customer service, Dell Computer Corp., hardware, Linux, Linux PC, open source, pc, Sonja Thompson, vendors
Discussion threads 2005-11-03
The power cord connection heats up in my presario v2000
I have PRESARIO V2000, few days back when I connected the power cord the jack became very hot within no time. i thought that the Jack is short circuited hence I purchased a new charging cord. The problem still persist and now the cord is melting even when I am...
Tags: Engineering, Fry Electronics
Discussion threads 2008-06-11
Should you buy a desktop computer from a retail store?
The answer is NO! Most people find computer manufacturers, such as, Dell, HP, Compaq, eMachine, etc. to be a good deal because they offer a monitor, keyboard and mouse with the "bundle" deal. In my day to day profession I talk to customers that are interested in purchasing...
Tags: PRODUCTIVITY, Desktops, computer, desktop computer, desktop
Discussion threads 2009-08-28
A crazy idea - put those dirty keyboards in the dishwasher
Re: the original piece:http://blogs.techrepublic.com.com/helpdesk/?p=313Take the poll, and share your thoughts and experiences.RE: A crazy idea - put those dirty keyboards in the dishwasherActually, it's been done for years. This isn't a new idea. You just have to make sure they get completely dry before you try to use...
Tags: Keyboards, keyboard, dishwasher
Discussion threads 2008-11-12
(Spying on the Circuit City Liquidation Sale)
Discounting toys is great, but what about the us non-gamers?Our local Circuit City just didn't have any deals on the stuff I wanted. Monitors, productivity/business/home software, cameras, etc. The everyday useful stuff.Wait for itAs the final days get closer, they will probably start discounting the good stuff. The last...
Tags: Sales strategy, Sales force management, Circuit City Stores Inc.
Discussion threads 2009-01-28
Disaster Recovery - Hurricane
Disaster Recovery - HurricaneNeed hints to individuals who are trying to recovery their computers/pheripherials from water/dirt/pollution damage from hurricanes?The hardware was receovered what's next?Good luckI'd start by dismantling the machine to the board / card / assembly level and spray everything thoroughly with a commercial electronic component cleaner. I...
Tags: al.parker@..., computer, diasters, disaster recovery, electronics, hardware, off-topic, Palmetto, recovery, submerged, WD-40
Discussion threads 2005-09-15
Sharp ships Linux PDA
The Linux-based Zaurus handheld, now on its way to stores and online retailers, is aimed at corporate users. Analysts are skeptical that big companies will go for the high-priced device. Would you?By Richard ShimSharp Electronics is shipping a Linux handheld, giving that niche market its first major device manufacturer. Find...
Tags: Handhelds, Operating systems, PDA, ZDNet  , Sharp Zaurus, Sharp Corp., Linux, handheld
Technical articles 2002-04-29
If you think YOU'RE cold...
The current actual temperature where I live is -17. With wind chill, we are at a smoking 33 below. Today's HIGH will be -2. NOTE: I speak in Fahrenheit.About two or three hours north of me it is currently -30. The high there...
Tags: Food & Beverage, Upstairs, car, electronic device, GPS, wind chill, electronics
Discussion threads 2009-01-13
Vista fbw file issues - External Hard Drive Backip
I was updating Windows VIsta to SP1 and Vista corrupted a file causing me to have to reformat my hard drive and to reinstall Vista. I backed up using the ONLY resource they had as I could not manually back up due to the computer crash. The backup was put...
Tags: Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), external hard drive, Try This Article, Microsoft Windows Vista, hard drive
Discussion threads 2008-08-02
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