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Appliances

Wall Oven (30 inch)

Jenn-Air Wall Oven W132W
- AppliancePartsPros.com
  - Bake Element (Part Number: AP4093115; $30.53 plus $5 shipping; in stock)
- AdamTheAnswerMan.net (09/09)
  - 11620 Plano Road, Suite 8, Dallas, Texas 75243
  - On Plano Road, south of Forest
  - Phone: 214-553-5450
  - M-F: 9:00-6:30; Sat 9:00-5:00
- Appliance Parts Depot (Dallas, Texas) (09/09)
  - 4754 Almond Avenue, Dallas, Texas 75247
  - Sat: 9:00-1:00
  - Bake Element: WHI 74003020 (older) $49.72 <---- bought this one
  - Appliance Parts Depot: enter model W132W (10/09)
- Jenn-Air Wall Oven W132W Sensor Parts

Frig (kitchen space is 71 H x 36 1/2 W x 32 D)

Sears contact information
- Sears @ Collin Creek Mall 972-422-8484
- Michelle Rios (salesman) 972-422-8455 ext 8446
- Delivery 1-800-732-7747
- Service 1-800-469-4663 (Master Protection Agreement)
- Local Parts & Service (Garland, TX) 972-864-2508
- Sears Applicance Help 1-866-349-4358 (Americans)
Kenmore Elite 25.1 Ct Ft Side-by-Side (10657442700; white; retro style)
- Parts Direct (01/09)
  - Parts for 10657442700 (retro style that I bought)
    - Can caddy (see picture below); Number: 2187254K: $19.01
    - Frig door bin (2); Number: 2188865K; $35.99
    - Plastic front on the freezer baskets (3); Number 2205826K; $38.88
    - Shallow basket (top basket); Number 2301138; $96.55
    - Square basket (middle basket); Number 2301139; $96.39
    - Sloped basket (bottom basket); Number 2301140; $96.23
    - Wine and egg rack; Number 2179404K; $10.70
    - Egg bin assembly (see picture below); Number 2216624K; $16.31
  - Parts for 10657702700 (arched style that I didn't buy)
    - Plastic front on the freezer baskets (3); Number 2205826K; $38.88
    - Shallow basket (top basket); Number 2301138; $96.55
    - Square basket (middle basket); Number 2301139; $96.39
    - Sloped basket (bottom basket); Number 2301140; $96.23
  - Parts for 10657782700 (another Kenmore frig; frig has same shelves in the door)
    - Basket, freezer square (middle basket; wire); Number 2301190; $96.72
    - Basket assembly (bottom basket; wire); Number 2301191; $96.29
    - Basket front (for bottom and middle baskets); Number 2195905K; $5.03
  - Parts for 1067368700 (another Kenmore frig; frig has solid plastic door shelves)
    - Wide door shelf for the frig (3); Number 2187172K; $53.99
  - Part for Maytag MSD2550VES00 (solid white plastic with curved lip; $26.75) (02/09)
  - Parts for 10657864800 @ searspartsdirecto.com (02/09)
    - Door shelf bin: W10160952; backordered ($12.50)
  - Parts for 10657064602 @ searspartsdirect.com (SW0322880) (02/09)
    - Has the clear plastic door shelf with white trim like the Whirlpool ED5FHAXVY
    - Door shelf bin: 2304235K is backordered ($36.99)
  - Whirlpool ED5FHAXVY
    - Part for Whirlpool ED5FHAXVY; clear plastic door shelf with white trim; $35.15) (02/09)
    - Door to the egg compartment ($34.90) (02/09)
- Kenmore Elite 23 Cu Ft Side-by-Side (Model 253.44483700; simpler butter compartment & clear door bins) (02/09)
  - I think this is a Whirlpool ED5FHAXVY
  - Parts for Model 25344483700 @ searspartsdirect.com (02/09)
  - Removable Dairy Compartment -- won't work (Part 1037677; $55.50) (02/09)
- RepairClinic.com (02/09)
White Kenmore Elite 25.1 Ct Ft Side-by-Side (10657702700; $1799.88)
- Sears Item # 04657702000; Sears Part # 10657702700
- (Whirlpool) Mfr. model # 57702 (closeout of 2007 model)
- Overall dimensions: 70 1/4 H x 35 1/2 W x 35 3/4 D
- Cabinet dimensions: 68 7/8 H x 35 1/2 W x 33 1/2 D (without handle)
- Smooth white finish
- PuR Ultimate II 2-stage filter in the bottom grill
- QuietCool sound reduction package
- Freezer
  - Space Saving Ice System with Ice Caddy (removable bin)
  - Crushed ice and cubed ice
  - Metered water with big spout
  - 3 tilt-out wire bins in the door
  - 3 pull-out bins in the freezer (wire bins with solid fronts)
  - 3 wire shelves
- Frig
  - 3 plastic bins on "good" rollers
  - 2 movable shelves +1
  - Door (contoured)
    - Dairy Keeper at the top
    - Ultra Chill Zone
    - Fresh & Ready Bin (fruit) with a shelf on top
    - Shelf has a top metal rail and clear plastic side
    - Extra door shelves are $35 each
  - 2 slide-out shelves
White Kenmore Elite 25.6 Ct Ft Side-by-Side (10657782700; $1599) (01/09)
- Looks EXACTLY like a Whirlpool or GE ???
In-Door Icemakers
- FixitNow.com (02/09)
  - Icemaker must be less than 17 deg F
  - Problem is the chute door solenoid (plan on replacing it every 18 months - GE)
  - From the beginning, I had to hand-close the little rubber ice door, or it would clog up the ice maker
  - GE Ice Dispenser Door Not Opening @ fixitnow.com (solenoid) (02/09)
  - Door to the Ice Dispenser is stuck open or stuck shut (02/09)
  - Frigidaire ice dispenser "trap door" sticks; the ice stacks up behind it, and doesn't exit
    the "heat motor" was not extending (02/09)
  - Flip the Ice Door to close it (GE) (02/09)
  - Ice Chute Door Kit - "door is no longer heated" (Whirlpool ED5FHGXKQ00) (02/09)
  - Ice will not dispense in 1-yr old Whirlpool (02/09)
  - Whirlpool Pin Retainer is Broken on Ice Dispenser (it holds the door flapper) (02/09)
  - Door Dispenser Repair Aid (02/09)

Washer and Dryer

Kenmore 700 3.5 cu. ft. Capacity Top-Load Washer
- Sears item# 02629732000 Mfr. model# 29732
- $447.99
- Total Care agitator
- 5 water levels
- Dispersers for detergent, bleach, and fabric softener
- Extra rinse
- Quiet Pak II sound insulation
- End-of-cycle signal
- Procelain wash basket, and powder-coated top and lid
- Load balancer and leveling legs
- White with silver metallic control panel
- 26 in deep x 27 in wide x 43 1/8 in tall
Kenmore 600 5.9 cu. ft. Capacity Electric Flatback Dryer
- Sears item# 02669652000 Mfr. model# 69652
- $343.99
- Moisture sensing
- 5 temperatures
- 40-min Wrinkle Guard
- Drum light
- End-of-cycle Signal
- No Quiet Package
- Drum and top are powder-coated
- White with silver metallic control panel
- 26 in deep x 29 in wide x 43 3/8 in tall
- 1-way venting

Cooktop

Old cooktop is 30" x 21" (cut-out is 28.5" x 19.5")
GE Profile 30-inch Built-in CleanDesign Electric Cooktop (Store SKU# 865064; Internet/Catalog # 100590891;
Model: PP912TMWW; online special (6/12-6/18); $719.10)
- Installation Instructions @ HomeDepot.com
- Online Rebates from The Home Depot
- Dual size ribbon; powerboil; frameless design; control lock; melt option; simmer option; hot surface lights
- Push-to-turn infinite switch knobs
- Cooktop is 29 3/4" x 21 3/8"; required cut-out is 28 1/2" x 19 5/8"; shipping weight is 38 lbs
- Image (slightly curved front)
- Description at GEappliances.com

Garbage Disposal

Current model: In-Sink-Erator; 1 HP; 11" high; plugs into outlet under the sink
InSinkErator Ratings: Excel > Essential > Premier > Compact & SpaceSaver > Badger
Home Depot Disposers
- InSinkErator Evolution Compact (Store SKU# 341218; Internet/Catalog # 100466655; 3/4 HP; black;
  SoundSeal; Quiet Collar; 12.125" high; IN STORE; $166.00)

Microwave

R-520LW Microwave Specifications (Sharp) (07/08)
Support Center (07/08)

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Books

ABAA Booknet (great) (01/06)
ABE.com (01/06)
AddAll.com (great new/used book search) (01/06)
Amazon.com (01/06)
Barnes and Noble (01/06)
Best Web Buys (great new/used book search) (01/06)
Bibliofind.com (01/06)
Book Site (01/06)
Cambridge University Press (01/06)
Health Research Books (01/06)
Internet Book Shop (01/06)
Words Worth Books (01/06)

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Computers

Dell (07/08)
- Dell Support (07/08)
  - ATI Radeon VE Video Card (07/08)
  - Dimension 5100 Fan (07/08)
    - Fan Makes Noise (07/08)
  - Dual Monitor Support (07/08)
    - Connecting Multiple Monitors (07/08)
    - Dual Monitors, External VGA (07/08)
    - Expand Your Workspace with Multiple Monitors (07/08)
    - MaxiVista (use your laptop as a second monitor) (07/08)
    - Three Monitor System Using Nvidia Cards (07/08)
    - UltraMon Software (07/08)
    - Using Multiple Monitors with Windows XP (07/08)
    - What Is a Multi-Monitor System? (07/08)
    - Zenview Arena Elite (Seven Screen Tour de Force) (07/08)
  - Opening the Computer Cover (07/08)
- Dell 1704FPV UltraSharp Flat Panel Monitor (Manual) (07/08)
Matrox Graphcis eXpansion Modules (07/08)
Netgear ProSafe VPN Firewall 50 with 8 Port 10/100 Switch and Dial Back-up; Model FVS338 (07/08)
SimpleDrive External USB 2.0 (07/08)
- Safely Remove Hardware Icon
  - Windows XP: Safely Remove Hardware Icon Missing @ forums.cnet.com (03/09)
  - Tips for USB Pen Drives (03/09)
- Q&A: 7/14/06 My external HD is not recognized by my PC @ forums.cnet.com (really good answers; 7/13/06) (03/09)
  - Safely Remove Hardware Icon
    - The icon is there for you to properly remove the device in question as to not damage the device
    - If you left click the icon, you will get options to remove the proper device from the system
    - When you click on the proper device, and click STOP, it will tell you it safely removed the device
      so you can THEN unplug the USB device
    - You may also right click the icon and remove the exact device in question (unless you have more
      than one)
  - I've experienced similar problems with LaCie external hard drives - the solution that has worked
    for me in the past has been to connect the drive as usual, but then disconnect and re-connect the
    power cord (whilst keeping the USB connection). This then 'initializes' the drive and it works normally.
    Give it a go - it has worked for me on a couple of machines.
- SimpleTech SimpleDrive External HD Problems @ forums.cnet.com (9/27/2006) (03/09)
  - Don't use the front USB ports
- Simpletech SimpleDrive 250 GB not detected on my computer @ forums.cnet.com (9/05/2007) (03/09)
  - Start -> Settings -> Control Panel -> Administrative Tools -> Computer Management -> Disk Management
    - If you see "Unallocated Space", you should partition and reformat the disk
  - Move the SimpleDrive to a rear port
  - Try the SimpleDrive on another PC; if it works, the problem is with the computer
  - Try all the USB ports; some work and some may not work
  - Try a working USB port (which has been tested with a USB stick)
  - Replace the USB cable with a better one
  - Lay the SimpleDrive on its side, instead of vertical in its stand
  - Use a shorter USB cable
  - Checked under Device Manager, and noticed a SECOND listing for the Simpletech drive
    - It was listed under hard drives, not under USB devices
    - Under the property Volumes, nothing was listed
    - I clicked Populate, and found my drive listed as F-drive
    - F-drive was a mapped network drive
    - This was a drive conflict
    - I unmapped the network drive, and it came to life as Simpletech
- Recover Files from SimpleTech External Hard Drives (TestDisk) @ en.allexperts.com (03/09)
- New drives by SimpleTech
  - SimpleDrive Turbo 320 GB External USB 2.0 Hard Drive - Black @ bestbuy.com (not available; $79.99) (03/09)
  - SimpleDrive Turbo 500 GB External USB 2.0 Hard Drive - Black @ bestbuy.com ($79.99) (03/09)
Sonata Trading Computers (07/08)
- Sonata Trading Computers @ tradersworld.com (07/08)
- Monitor Stands (07/08)
- What's the Difference Between a Trading Computer and a Regular Computer? (07/08)
SwingSeat.com (07/08)
- Swing Trading Chair (07/08)
TradingComputers.com (07/08)

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Jobs

Search engines
- America's Job Bank (01/06)
- Career Builder (01/06)
- ComputerJobs.com (01/06)
- EmploymentGuide.com (01/06)
- Hot Jobs @ Yahoo (great) (01/06)
- Jobvertise (01/06)
- Monster.com (great) (01/06)
- Nation Job Network (01/06)
Telecommuting
- Home Jobs Online (01/06)

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Miscellaneous

Verizon FiOS
- Shop for Services (10/09)
- Two for the Price of Three (10/09)
- FiOS Bundles (with 3-for-2 description) (10/09)
- Best Triple Freedom Details (10/09)
- Phone + Internet + TV Plans (10/09)
- FiOS TV Local service package for $12.99/mo
- Premium Movie Plans ($35/mo for HBO, Cinemax & Movie) (10/09)
- FiOS TV Central (listings & VOD prices) (10/09)
- FiOS FAQ (10/09)
  - Change Router Channel on Actiontec Router (10/09)
  - How Does Verizon Set the Internet Speed for the Plan Purchased (10/09)
  - Receiving Digital Signals (10/09)
- FAQs (10/09)
- Support (10/09)
- Slow Internet Connection @ Verizon support (10/09)
- Slow Internet with Verizon FiOS
  - Is FIOS Internet Slow @ forums.verizon.com (10/09)
    - Ever since I got their TV service and gave me an Actiontec router, internet service hasn't been the same.
    - speedtest.net (test your internet connnection) (10/09)
  - High Latency Slow Internet @ forums.verizon.com (10/09)
  - Verizon FiOS Feels Slow @ forums.pcpitstop.com (10/09)
    - "It's well known that the FiOS (Actionjunk-tek) routers suck, but if you have the Fios TV service you have to
      use it, and it does act as a firewall in sense."
    - SG TCP Optimizer @ speedguide.net (10/09)
  - Slow Internet @ mac-forums.com (10/09)
    - I have the exact same issues with my new fios 3 bundle. I had the 2 bundle and things were fine.
      Now I have 20/20 and certain times things are fine and other times (especially at night) pages load very slowly.
    - There seems to be a firmware issue with the Actiontec routers.
    - It's not the router or firmware it's the way Verizon derives its DNS settings for FIOS. If you go
      into the router setup menu, you'll probably see all zeros for the primary DNS and secondary DNS settings
      (under WAN\LAN menu). Normally this is OK because the system will generate a DNS setting on the fly.
    - Setting a static DNS server address fixed the problem. Try it with wireless.
  - Verizon FiOS -- the Ugly Side (10/09)
  - My Take on Verizon FiOS Internet TV Service @ jasontomczak.com (10/09)
  Slow Wireless Connection to Verizon FiOS
  - Problems Staying Connected @ techspot.com (10/09)
    - I went into the wireless configuration and changed the channel from 9 to 11; so far, so good
  - Change Router Channel on Actiontec Router (10/09)
  - FiOS and Wireless (10/09)
    - We got the TV and internet (and mandatory phone) and I know the ON-Demand TV stuff goes through
      the router. I found that out the hard way when I was watching a movie on my TV and switched off the router,
      suddenly my movie went black.
Acronym Finder (01/06)
Alternative Medicine Homepage (01/06)
InterLotto (01/06)
Klingon Language Institute (01/06)
Megaware Cookware (01/06)
MyRest.com (Simplymade waterbed sheets) (01/06)
Texas Lottery (01/06)
Texas WWW Page (01/06)
Vegascom Web (01/06)

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Office

Bench/Ottoman
- Black Chester Ottoman @ thegreatindoors.com (11/09)
Computer Light
- Black LED Battery-Powered Gooseneck Book Light @ Lamps Plus ($14.99) (11/09)
- Portfolio LED Desk Lamp @ lowes.com (not on website; Item # 127937; $29.98)
End Tables
- Malena 3 Pc Table Set @ roomstogo.com ($298)
- Global Views Round Accent Table (23.75" H x 20" dia; 3 black legs)
  - Global Views Round Accent Table @ allcoffeetables.com (retail $393.60; $328.00; 20 pounds; free shipping) (11/09)
  - Global Views Round Accent Table @ accent-furniture-direct.com (retail $393.60; $328.00; free shipping) (11/09)
    - Trend Stone colors (Nero Galaxy) (11/09)
    - Trend Glass colors (Nero Maltese and Black Star) (11/09)
- Possible Sources
  - Accent-Furniture-Direct.com (11/09)
  - AllCoffeeTables.com (11/09)
  - ClicksFurniture.com (very good prices) (11/09)
  - CoffeeTablesAndEndTables.com (Global Furniture) (11/09)
    - Nexera Boomerang End Table in Black Finish ($180.70) (11/09)
    - Stoneybrook End Table (Slate; $247.64) (11/09)
  - HighTechSeating.com (Zuo Modern) (11/09)
  - Inmod.com (11/09)
  - Umodern.com (11/09)
Floor Lamps
- Black Wave Lamp (Base 42325; Shade 26061; $149.98) (11/09)
- Possini Euro Rectangular Hanging Opal Glass Floor Lamp ($289.99) (11/09)
- Light Bulbs
  - Sylvania 40-Watt G25 Chrome Top Bulb @ lowes.com ($3.98) (11/09)
  - 100 Watt A21 Half Chrome Light Bulb @ amazon.com (standard/E26 base; $4.25) (11/09)
  - Frosted Silver Bowl light bulb @ 1000bulbs.com (11/09)
  - 60 Watt Half Chrome @ lampsplus.com (not at the store) (11/09)
  - 60 Watt Half Chrome Globe Bulb @ Royal Touch (Coit & Arapaho; Mon-Sat 10:00 -> 6:00; $3.99)
Lava Lamps
- Black and Clear Black Base Large Lava Lamp @ cheapdjgear.us ($19.99) (11/09)
- Black and Clear Black Base Large Lava Lamp @ lampsplus.com ($29.99) (11/09)
- Podium
  - Magestic Lacquer Square Podium ($139) (11/09)
Table Lamps
How to Build a Lamp
- White Torchiere/Task Combo Floor Lamp @ target.com ($12.99)
- Grand Brass (11/09)
- LampStuff.com (11/09)
- TX Lamp Parts (11/09)
- How to Rewire an Old Lamp (11/09)
- Wiring Tips (11/09)
Mirrors
- Black Puzzle Piece Mirror @ moremirrors.com (19" H x 14" W; $49.91) (11/09)
- Black Puzzle Piece Mirror @ thelightshop.com ($34.00) (11/09)
- Black Puzzle Piece Mirror @ target.com ($39.99) (11/09)
- Black Star Mirror @ target.com ($39.99) (11/09)
- Figgjo Mirror @ IKEA (25 5/8" D; $19.99) (11/09)
- Film Reel Wall Decor @ pier1.com ($49.95) (11/09)
- Sun Wooden Gear Wall Decor (black; 13" D; out of stock) (11/09)
- Modern Sticks Wall Decor @ pier1.com ($39.95) (11/09)
Mesh Office Chair
- Office Max: mesh office chairs (M-F 8:00 am -> 9:00 pm; Sat 9:00 am -> 7:00 pm; W Park, near Willow Bend) (10/09)
  - Fuego Multi-Function Super Task Chair ($139.99)
- Staples: mesh office chairs (4400 Beltline Rd, Addison) (10/09)
  - Staples (Situations) Acadia Multi-Function Mesh Task Chair (model 11745-US; $159.99) (10/09)
    - Creaks and clunks
    - Cushion flattens out, and you can feel the bolts

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Outlast

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Politics and Government

Securities Transaction Tax (H.R. 1068)
- H.R. 1068 @ govtrack.us (02/09)
- H.R. 1068 @ opencongress.org (02/09)
- H.R. 1068 @ washingtonwatch.com (02/09)
- H.R. 7125 (previous version of this bill in the 110th Congress) (03/09)
- Green Company View of H.R. 1068 (03/09)
- VoteNo1068.com (02/09)
- TraderFeed comments (02/09)
- RallyCongress.com - no2tradertax (02/09)
- Writerep.house.gov (02/09)
US National Health Care Act (H.R. 676)
- There is also a line item in "The National Health Care Act" (HR 676 Section 211, Sub-Section C -
  "Funding- Item 1-D".) that seeks to impose "a small tax on stock and bond transactions" in addition to
  "a modest and progressive excise tax on payroll and self-employment income."
- H.R. 676 @ govtrack.us (03/09)
- H.R.676 Status (03/09)
Congress.org (07/08)
Dallas City Hall (07/08)
Denton County (07/08)
Elections in Denton County (07/08)
- Denton County Election Results (07/08)
- Precinct Maps (220) (07/08)
- Voter Registration Database Search (07/08)
Election Night Results for Texas (07/08)
National Do Not Call Registry (07/08)
NTTA Customer Service Center (tolltags) (07/08)
Office ofthe Federal Housing Enterprise Oversight (Latest House Price Index) (02/09)
Texas Two Step
- Guide to the Texas Electoral Two-Step (07/08)

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Quality and SOX

CISA
- Books
- Egroups at Yahoo
- Practice Tests
  - Boson's Practice Tests for ISACA Exams (good simulation) (01/06)
CISSP
- Free CISSP Online Exam Prep Workshop Archive (07/08)
Vulnerability Assessment
- ISS (01/06)
- Retina (01/06)
- StatOnline (01/06)
- SystemTools.com (01/06)
Oracle Security
- Conducting an External Audit of an Oracle Database (01/06)
- Oracle Security @ CGI Security (01/06)
- Oracle Security Analyzer @ Synapse (01/06)
- Oracle Security Check @ Ensync Solutions (01/06)
- Pete Finnigan (01/06)
- Vulnerability Assessment (01/06)
Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity
- Business Continuity Institute (01/06)
- Business Recovery Managers Association (01/06)
- Continuity Central (01/06)
- Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity Resources (01/06)
- Disaster Recovery Journal (01/06)
- Disaster Recovery Plan Template (01/06)
- Disaster-Resource.com (01/06)
- Disasters.org Links (01/06)
- EnvoyWorldWide (01/06)
- Disaster Recovery @ eXroads.com (01/06)
- SunGard Availability Services (01/06)
Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX 404)
- Sarbanes-Oxley.com (01/06)
- Karl Nagel & Co. (01/06)
- OpenPages.com (01/06)
Internal Controls (COSO/SAS-78)
- ISACA (01/06)
- COSO.org (01/06)
- SAS 78 (01/06)
- Articles
- Study Notes
  - James Hall's book (01/06)
  - James Hall's Study Notes (01/06)
  - James Hall's More Study Notes (01/06)
Checklists and Forms
- Audit Check Lists in "Protection Audit" Section (many types of check lists) (01/06)
- Check List for Business Recovery (01/06)
- EDP Cycle Check List
- Internal Control Questionaires (Financial, Operational, Compliance) (01/06)
- IT Audit Checklist (bingo) (01/06)
- IT Audit Checklists @ The IIA (01/06)
- IT Risk Survey (Online Survey) (01/06)
- Security Policy Check List (01/06)
IT Audits
- Articles
  - Audit Serve Articles (01/06)
    - Auditing External Data Interfaces (01/06)
  - First-Time Network Audits (01/06)
  - Fred Cohen (great articles) (01/06)
  - Preparation is the Key (01/06)
- Diagrams
  - Audit Metholodogy @ MIT (01/06)
- Guides, Manuals, and Training
  - Emergency Management Guide for Business & Industry (FEMA) (01/06)
  - Information Security Risk Assessment (GAO Manual) (01/06)
  - INTOSAI
    - INTOSAI Guides (01/06)
    - INTOSAI Training (01/06)
- Links
  - Auditnet.org (01/06)
    - Auditnet.org Virtual Library (01/06)
    - KARL Alphabetized Resource List (01/06)
- Specific IT Audits
  - IT Audit @ Univ of Penn (01/06)
  - IT Audit Report for ZZZ Charity (01/06)
Miscellaneous
- Convert PDF file to HTML @ Adobe.com (01/06)
- goBLC Converts Document into PDF or HTML (01/06)

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Real Estate

Helpful Information
- Google Maps
- Zip Code Map (05/08)
- Zillow.com (05/08)
  - Real Estate Trends in Far North Dallas (06/08)
  - Zillow Buzz for May 2008
Builders
- David Weekley Homes (06/08)
- D R Horton (05/08)
- Grand Homes (05/08)
- Meritage Homes (05/08)
- Pulte Homes (05/08)
- Ryland Homes (05/08)
New Homes
- Hot On Homes (05/08)
- Move.com (05/08)
Real Estate Agents
- Jim Striegel @ Coldwell Banker - Real Estate Solutions
Search Engines
- Buy Owner (05/08)
- Coldwell Banker DFW (07/08)
- RE/MAX Metro DFW (07/08)
- Realtor.com (06/08)
- Yahoo! Real Estate (07/08)
- Zip Realty (07/08)

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Renovations

Granite

Granite Transformations (overlay; Trend Stone, Trend Glass, Trend Mosaic) (06/08)
- Granite Transformations of Richardson (06/08)
- 201 W Kaufman Street, Richardson, Texas (2 blocks east of I-75; 2 blocks south of Beltline)
- 972-235-5533 (Fred Mungay)
- Hours: M-F 10am-5pm; Sat 11am-3pm
- Granite: Karra Oro
- Edges: beveled outer edge; notched inside corner; keep outer corners 90 degrees
- Standard sink edge (little bit of the undermounted sink shows)
- Will need two holes (faucet and air gap)

Sink

Blanco America (06/08)
- BlancoDiamond White Double Bowl (Model 511-601; flat deck; slightly curved top; 33 x 22 x 9.5;
  List Price $510.00
  - Spec Sheet
- Designer Plumbing Outlet (Item Code: 511601; in stock; Authorized Blanco dealer; ships same day;
  3-5 days shipping time; "free faucet" shipping; $291.25)
- BlancoInStock.com; (Model 511-601; Authorized Dealer; Handling fee of $11.95; Sale Price $280.50; 45% off)
  - Spec Sheet
- QualityBath.com; (Model 511-601; lead time of 7-10 business days; hole $13.50; free shipping; no sales tax; $275.40)
Accessories
- 221-008 (Formerly 511-933L) Sink Grid fits BlancoDiamond Left Double Bowl
  (Length: 15-1/4"; Width: 12-3/4"; $99.00)
  - BlancoDiamond Left Bowl (FaucetDepot.com; ships within 5-10 business days; $48.38)
  - Blanco Diamond Left Bowl (Designer Plumbing Outlet; free shipping; $53.13; 46% off)
- 221-009 (Formerly 511-933R) Sink Grid fits BlancoDiamond Right Double Bowl
  (Length: 15-1/4"; Width: 12-3/4"; $99.00)
  - Blanco Diamond Right Bowl (FaucetDepot.com; in stock; $48.39)
  - Blanco Diamond Right Bowl (Designer Plumbing Outlet; free shipping; $53.13; 46% off)
BlancoClean
- BlancoClean @ NeedPlumbingSupplies.com (Blanco 406-200; $11.53; free shipping)

Faucet

Plumbing Bits

Amana Refrigerator SXD22S2W

Door Handle (Amana Part #12139304)
(handle is 20" long; plastic with metal bracket at each end; $72.64)
Upper Door Trim Kit (14 1/2"; 2 strips and four clips; Retail $36.41)
Lower Door Trim Kit (29"; one long strip)
Trim Clips
- Trim Clips (Part #PS40154; PartSelect.com; special order; $11.38)
Grille Kickplate
- Grille Kickplate (Part #PS50055; PartSelect.com; $26.78)
- Grille Kickplate (Part #EAP50055; EasyApplianceParts.com; $24.55)

Miscellaneous

Cabinet Knobs
- AquaBrass
  - Aqua Brass Knob @ Aqua-Brass.com ($6.99)
  - Aqua Brass 45 mm Cabinet Knob 5157-45.AG (authorized dealer; 1 3/4" or 45 mm; in stock;
    List $11.65; Sale $6.99)
Granite Knobs
Lamp Repair
- Instructions
  - How to Repair a Table Lamp (06/08)
- Sources
  - Grand Brass Lamp Parts (06/08)
  - Kirks Lane Lamp Parts Company (06/08)
  - LampLighterLamps.com (parts of a lamp) (06/08)
  - LampShop.com (06/08)
  - LampStuff.com (06/08)
  - MyLampParts.com (06/08)
  - TXLampParts.com (06/08)
  - W.M.deSherbinin Products (06/08)
Lamps
- Bellacor.com
  - Fossil Gray Ceramic Table Lamp (Bellacor #155646; 22 1/2" H; $88.00; thru 6/30; free shipping)
- LampsPlus.com
  - 1705 Preston Rd, Plano, Texas 75093
  - (972) 447-0019
  - M-F 10am-9pm; Sat 10-am-7pm; Sun 11am-6pm
  - Metro Table Lamp (SKU 49672; 23 1/2" high; 2 60-watt ceiling fan bulbs; $89.95 thru 7/20/2008)
- UtterMost.com
  - Jensen (Item 27971-1; 31" H' translucent amber)
- Small Magnets
  - Assorted Small Magnets @ artstuff.net
Lights
- Polished Brass 48" Eight Light Bathroom Fixture (34352) (07/08)
- Semi-Flush Ceiling Light (Lowe's; Item #226801; Model: 8737MBZ; $42.88; 2 bulbs; study)
Paint (Sherwin Williams)
- 4229 Midway Rd, Carrollton, Texas
- (972) 307-8800
- M-F 7:00am-6:00pm; Sat 8:00am-5:00pm; Sun 10:00am-4:00pm
Phones
- Cell Phones
  - Aloha @ Virgin Mobile (07/08)
  - How It Works (07/08)
  - Help (07/08)
- Cordless Phones
TV
Master Bathroom Light
- Polished Brass 48" Wide Eight-Light Bathroom Fixture @ lampsplus.com (07/08)

Repairs

Cracks in cultured marble sinks (thermal shock cracks)
- Sink Repairs (06/08)
- Bath Wizard (06/08)
- Tubs and Tops (06/08)
  - MySpace Videos (06/08)