Top products from r/k12sysadmin
We found 26 product mentions on r/k12sysadmin. We ranked the 124 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
1. Ubiquiti NanoBeam ac Gen2 High-Performance airMAX ac Bridge (NBE-5AC-Gen2-US)
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 2
Easy to use. Highly durable ProductEasy to installManufactured in China
2. StarTech.com 2 Port VGA Video Splitter - USB Powered - 2048x1536 - VGA Video Monitor Splitter Dual Port (ST122LE)
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Compact USB-powered VGA splitter allows you to split a video source to two separate displays2048 x 1536VGA Video Splitter- VGA Monitor SplitterThe VGA monitor splitter allows you to communicate your message over multiple monitors or monitor projector combinationsQuick and easy solution to split a vi...
3. iPad Mini 5/4/3/2/1 Case for Kids, Durable Shockproof Protective Handle Stand Bumper Cover with Screen Protector for Apple 7.9-inch iPad Mini 5th (2019) 4th 3rd 2nd 1st Generation, Blue
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Compatible with iPad Mini 1/2/3/4/5 7.9” Tablet(Models included: A1432 A1454 A1455 A1489 A1490 A1491 A1538 A1550 A1599 A1600 A1601 A2133 A2124 A2126 A2125).NOTE:IT NOT fit any other iPad Model, please enter my store to search if you need other model case.Made from lightweight, durable, child-safe,...
4. Gefen EXT-USB2-0-LR USB 2.0 Extender
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Operate USB 2.0 peripherals up to 330ft (100m) from a computerSupports low and high-speed USBUses industry-standard CAT5, CAT5e, or CAT6 cableSupports all major operating systems -- Windows, MacOS and Linux.True plug-and-play, 100% hardware solution with no drivers requiredOperates at full 480 Mbps ...
5. Syba external USB Stereo Sound Adapter for Windows, Mac, Linux Extra Audio Source with 3.5mm Audio Mic Jack C-Media Chipset
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Compliant with USB 2.0 Full Speed (12Mbps) SpecificationCompliant with USB Audio Device Class Specification 1.0, Compliant with USB HID Class Specification 1.1USB Bus-powered Mode, No External Power Required, Near full 5V power ouput to MicrophoneConnectors: USB Type-A, Stereo output jack, Mono micr...
6. Citrus Magic Natural Odor Eliminating Air Freshener Spray Fresh Orange, 6.0-Ounce
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Destroy foul odors on contact with a natural citrus sprayCreated from 100% active ingredients made from pure and natural citrus oilsLasts up to 4X longer than conventional aerosol spraysFresh Orange scent6.0 Ounces
7. Tripp Lite SMART3000CRMXL Smart 3000VA 4U Rackmount Line-Interactive UPS (8 Outlets)
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
3kVA / 3000VA / 2880W line interactive UPS; 0.96 power factor120V nominal output with 83V to 145V input; Sine wave output4U rack/tower with reduced depth; 2 post mounting kit includedUSB, RS232, EPO and optional SNMP/Web card are available for simultaneous useExpandable runtime; 97% efficiency; 3 sw...
8. Spectrum Diversified Euro Kitchen Organizer for Plates, Cutting Boards Bakeware, Cooling, Pots & Pans, Serving Trays, Reusable Containers, and Lids Holder Rack, Satin Nickel
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
ORGANIZE YOUR CABINETS: Keep your cabinets orderly by securing dishes, bakeware, pots, pans, and lids in the organizer. The cookware and dish rack will keep items neat within the cabinet or on the countertop, and the rungs separate the items to make it easy to grab the skillet or lid that you need w...
9. Outdoor Fake/Dummy Security Camera with Blinking Light (Color: Dark Grey with hues of Purple)
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Can be used Indoors or Outdoors. Battery compartment is under removable rain shield.Color: Dark grey with hues of purple (Not black nor silver)Dimensions: 5.5 inches x 3 inches x 2.5 inches (without the rain shield), 7 inches x 3 inches x 3 inches (with the rain shield)Requires 2 AA batteries (Not I...
10. Compact Mini Stereo Power Amplifier - 2x15 Watt Portable Dual Channel Home Audio Speaker Receiver Box W/ RCA Cable L/R Input for Cd Player, Tuner, MP3, for Amplified Speakers Sound System - Pyle PCA1
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
2X15W 10% RMS At 4-Ohm - Compatible With Any Audio/Computerize DevicesPower On Led Indicator - (MP3) Via 3.5mm To RCA Converter.Master Volume Control - 110/220 Voltage Selector. Amp Power: 2 x 15 Watt MAXRCA Cable L/R Input - Dimensions:5.61''(W) X 2.17''(H) X 4.21''(D)Four Push Type Speaker L/R Ter...
11. AN-130 Speaker Monitor
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
This unit comes with only the powered speaker. any other items mics, remotes, etc... must be added at additional cost.101 dB SPL from 30W Amplifier and High Efficiency SpeakerUnbalanced Lo-Z 14 Mic Input
12. Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Getting Things Done The Art of Stress Free Productivity
13. Samsung Juke Phone, Blue (Verizon Wireless)
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Digital audio player/cell phone in blue with swiveling front cover reveals numeric keypad2 GB of internal flash memory holds up to 500 CD-quality songs; easy synchronization to your PC via USBVGA camera, stereo Bluetooth streaming, optional GPS navigation serviceUp to 3.5 hours of talk time, up to 2...
14. 3" Mini Cube Bookshelf Speakers - 100W Small Bookshelf Speakers w/ 3" Paper Cone Driver, 8 Ohm - Passive Audio Book Shelf Speaker Pair For Home Theater Stereo Surround Sound - Pyle Home PCB3BK (Black)
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
100 WATT POWER: These mini book shelf stereo speakers have a power handling of 200 watts peak that will produce high sound resonance. It has an 8 Ohm impedance and great for watching movies, listening to music and moreVIDEO SHIELDED: Built w/ video shielding to ensure optimum experience while in use...
15. Sanoxy USB 2.0 AB Switch Box, 2 PC to 1 USB 2.0 Device (Printer, Scanner, etc.)
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Mechanical switching , no power necessary.Up to two PC's can be connected.Two LEDs to indicate the status of downstream ports.Comply with both USB 1.1 and 2.0 .Plug & play
16. Parts Express White Round Commercial Ceiling Speaker Grill for 8" Speaker (13" Total Diameter)
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Overall diameter 13 inch DiameterScrew hole center-to-center diameters of 11-1/4" and 7-5/8"Weight 1.38 lbs
17. NETGEAR 5-Port Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged Switch (GS105NA) - Desktop, and ProSAFE Limited Lifetime Protection
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
ETHERNET PORT CONFIGURATION: 5 Gigabit portsPLUG AND PLAY: Simple set up with no software to install or configuration neededVERSATILE MOUNTING OPTIONS: Supports desktop or wall mount placementSILENT OPERATION: The fanless design means zero added noise wherever its located, making it ideal for nois...
18. Avery Durable White Cover up ID Labels for Laser Printers, 1.25" x 1.75", Pack of 1600 (6576)
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
SUPER DURABLE Heavy duty label material is waterproof and resistant to scuffing tearing and smudging. Extra-strong adhesive ensures Durable ID labels stay permanently attached.COVER UP LABEL TrueBlock material completely covers everything underneath, so you don’t have to remove old labels. Easy t...
So, one word of advice is to define what your goals are.
Answering these questions will help guide your decision process. Having said, I like some of the following offerings Sony's OnSSI, Cisco's Video Surveillance Manager, and Trendnet
These are larger offerings, and I would also recommend using a consultant to make any of these happen.
If you're in need of something much smaller, quick-n-dirty, the Arlo indoor/outdoor system isn't bad (can get from Best Buy) and I've heard ravings about the Canary video system as well from some smaller schools.
In the meantime, not the WORST idea in the world to look into a fake camera or 2 to at least try and deter the less malevolent.
This: http://www.amazon.com/Gefen-EXT-USB2-0-LR-USB-2-0-Extender/dp/B001RJ5FJY
...is the only one I've used that worth anything. Another version without the metal case but a plastic one, and almost identical internals is sold by black box. Both are actually/probably made by Icron. These units are the few that actually support USB 2.0 specs and require a dedicated CAT5e between them (yes, it's technically Ethernet, but the spec is a little different and you can't plug a switch in between, they have to be connected direct)
This thing: http://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-IPUSB2HD2-HDMI-Extender-Audio/dp/B005WKGZCU
...has also worked pretty good for me, but not all USB2.0 devices seem to work with it. Also you have to manually reconnect it every once in awhile, and there was no way to set it with a static IP on the network (other than DHCP reservation) which I found pretty annoying.
I don't think $50 is going to get you anything ceiling-mounted and powerful enough to cover a regular classroom, even with the fanciest little speaker you can get at that price range. That said, if the projector has USB ports to keep it charged, I have good experiences with this model in terms of sound quality and volume:
https://www.amazon.com/Anker-SoundCore-Bluetooth-Dual-Driver-Distortion/dp/B016XTADG2
But once again, this isn't really a problem you can sufficiently fix for $50. We use these in a classroom setting:
https://www.amazon.com/Anchor-Audio-AN-130-Speaker-Monitor/dp/B000YYVVN2
They sell ceiling mount brackets for them as well and have excellent coverage. Just make sure you have accessible power plugs near the mounting tile.
I second the use of Ubiquiti wireless bridges. You'll get plenty of bandwidth, very low cost ($300 per pair, or even less for the Nanobeam ACs, only $200/pair), very simple to configure. They even have these 900MHz pair for not-exactly-line-of-sight connections. We've blown through a line of trees with these for a short throw with no issues, and get 60Mbps throughput, full duplex.
Unless you're streaming multiple 4K video streams, it's a solid solution. Those small Nanobeams work great, as well. We've used a pair to connect a portable, when it was too expensive to trench over to it, and have used them for connections over 3 miles, with about 120Mbps full duplex. This is in the Sierra Nevada, so pretty harsh weather every winter - lots of snow and ice, and haven't had weather-related failures. In any case, they're so cheap it's trivial to have a shelf spare in case a radio dies.
Whatever you choose, good luck!
CBT Nuggets has lots of networking related training videos, CompTIA Net+ to the advanced Cisco stuff. DNS specifically is something I've been searching for also, the best I've found is a book called "DNS on Windows Server 2003" and I did contact the author on Twitter and asked if there would be a new version, he replied he had not thought about it but would ask the coauthor, never heard back.
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DNS is also covered a lightly in Active Directory and Windows Server Fundamentals type videos. Microsoft Virtual Academy covers a few minutes on DNS in this module under "Name Resolution"
This Udemy course might be worth it also.
For our younger grades we like to use these but we don't have ipads for older grades other than K-8. We keep PK-3 with these and with 4-8 we have the teacher pick out which ones work better for them. Most of the ones we have for 4-8 have keyboards attached.
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https://www.amazon.com/iPad-Mini-Kids-Case-Shockproof/dp/B07R3X5355/ref=sr_1_29_sspa?crid=EDUWP0948LQ4&keywords=ipad+mini+kickstand+case&qid=1568652837&s=electronics&sprefix=Ipad+mini+kick%2Celectronics%2C146&sr=1-29-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUFaSk40SEY1TFUxRUEmZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTA3Njk0NzgxNjBVN0gwV0xYTFVQJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTAxODM1MzcyUEw3UTQ2WUpGVEU4JndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfYnRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==
I'm not remotely convinced of the value of Minecraft in Education.
People have been trying this type of thing for a really long time. For example a superman themed mathbook. Kids love Superman so if we combine Superman and math then they'll love math too right? No, actually not really.
Minecraft is being pushed for the same reasons and I actually think it can be counter productive. I see lessons from teachers trying to use Minecraft to explain physics concepts but Minecraft was never meant for that. Using a dynamite/water cannon to show wonky and unreliable results from a crappy physics engine really isn't very productive! The examples go on and on. I've looked at dozens of lesson plans for using Minecraft and I've not been impressed by a single one.
There are lots of ways to engage kids that do a much better job of actually educating them.
I have this Netgear switch that has worked well in both cold and hot weather. It's in a metal cabinet mounted on a pole near our maintenance building.
One trick I've learned is that if you're concerned about cold weather, put the equipment in a small cabinet and install an incandescent lightbulb in the cabinet. This will radiate enough heat to keep everything warm enough. A guy I know uses this trick to keep his plants alive in his garage over the winter.
I also just got through installing these babies to get connectivity to our bus garage and offices. The run is just over 1/10 of a mile, and I set them up as bridged so that equipment on the remote end still finds the main building's DHCP server. I could not be happier with their performance so far.
We use dish racks with cables ties and friction tape on top of the counters. Sounds cheesy as hell, but it works really well. Teachers that did have cabinets or carts asked for them to be remove and the dish racks installed. Security has not been an issue.
As long as you have 30 or less, power shouldn't be an issue. If you're plugging 60+ into a wall outlet, you'll pop circuits. Some carts have ways to mitigate this by cycling power on and off to 10 or so at a time.
We've used the StarTech ST122LE with a lot of success for a few years now.
I have never had a problem with any USB audio adapter on Chromebook, and have used several. Most recently, we used this one: http://www.amazon.com/Syba-SD-CM-UAUD-Adapter-C-Media-Chipset/dp/B001MSS6CS
But yours probably would be fine, too. It seems USB audio must be pretty standard the way HID devices are.
I try to follow GTD https://www.amazon.com/Getting-Things-Done-Stress-Free-Productivity/dp/0143126563
Tool wise I use Trello, and Google Calendar.
Any hypothetical kids I will have, will have one of these.
Please install an MDM on it.
https://smile.amazon.com/Samsung-Juke-Phone-Verizon-Wireless/dp/B000XEBXT0?sa-no-redirect=1
Here's one similar to what has been posted, but doesn't require software: https://www.amazon.com/Cable-Wholesale-Switch-Printer-Scanner/dp/B000I97N4O
I used to have an old Belkin one that worked well. Had 4 inputs and 4 ouputs with external power. Used it at work in a test lab so each PC (with different OS) had access to printer, scanner, and an electronic signature pad.
You can do cool things with a mini-Amp and a cheap ceiling speaker or just any old speaker you have laying around.
https://www.amazon.com/Pyle-PCA1-30-Watt-Stereo-Amplifier/dp/B0012KZNP4/
https://www.amazon.com/652C-Silver-Ticket-Ceiling-Pivoting/dp/B00LGYP6IK/
Or just a straight-up powered ceiling speaker.
https://www.amazon.com/Ceiling-Speaker-Pair-Amplifier-Bluetooth/dp/B00RHI7LN2/
so you can use your own speakers https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002BSQUI/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
DAC for AppleTV https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KCRYIWM/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
speakers https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B000MCGF1O/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1
amp https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B0071HZ5EQ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/Tripp-Lite-SMART3000CRMXL-Rackmount-Line-Interactive/dp/B001FB5TUO/ref=sr_1_7?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1506695978&sr=1-7&keywords=rackmount+ups+3000va
That's what I have used in some closets. There is an accessory card you can add to it for network monitoring.
https://www.amazon.com/Avery-Permanent-Durable-Labels-Printers/dp/B0000AQNK4
These are as durable as any non stamped metal vendor supplied product I've ever used. They have other sizes too, just look for permanent durable. As for incremental counter, you can do a fill down in a spreadsheet and use a code 128 font with the proper trigger characters leading and trailing.
Citrus Magic cuts Sharpie.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0713XMHH9/
I have installed two pairs of them in the last two months.
FWIW, I don't have much networking experience, and I had very little trouble getting these up and running. There is an app I installed on my phone, the app allows you to do most things remotely, from configuring them to updating firmware. it is really slick.
The antenna ($90 a piece), 1000ft of TOUGHCable ($150), Ubiquiti Universal Antenna Mount ($30 a piece), plus the cost of running cable from the antenna to a closet. Use the TOUGHcable for going through the external wall and connecting to the antenna, put a keystone jack just inside, and use regular cat5/6 on the internal runs.