For those geeks like me that like to buy hardware at a discount, there are a couple of good ones at staples this week:

* Staples branded (relabled Imation) DVD-R (or +), 16x 50 pack for $7.98
** limit two, so bring friends or go back if you run through them like me
* Maxtor 200gb PATA drive for $49 after 1 internet rebate
** did this last time they had it, rebate in 3 weeks
* WD 250gb External drive $89, 1 rebate

Not bad if you’re looking for that stuff.