i dint get it for a very low price...but it was a reasonavle deal....u think its all right.....please reply.
2006-11-30 05:26:17 · 16 answers · asked by savvy 2 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Laptops & Notebooks
Hundreds of people buy refurbished laptops every week. I can't tell whether you made a wise purchase without knowing what u bought and for how much, and what it included. However, it is safe to say that if you dealt with a reputable company, such as one of the mainstream manufacturers or one of the major refurb sellers, you are probably all right. I bought one direct from Dell by auction about a year and a half ago, and I was pleased with the deal I got. My only gripe is that the battery needed replacing after about 9 mos.
The most important thing is to understand what you are getting and what you are not getting. Read all the info available, and plan on buying software to load if necessary, etc.
2006-11-30 05:33:34 · answer #1 · answered by Steve-o-58 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you get it from Dell, or Gateway, or another place that will still be in business should you start having problems, then maybe. However, I steer way clear of buying refurbished electronics because I don't want the possibility of having my docs disappear right before exams. And, the warranty often only covers the machine for a short time, which will leave you on the hook should it shut down on you. I believe that "cheap usually comes out expensive in the end", and when considering all of the things that I rely on my computer for, I just don't think it's worth the risk. And, I like the "new electronics" smell too. Refurbs don't smell good. LOL
2006-11-30 05:33:27 · answer #2 · answered by DONTSTARTNONE 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Make sure you get a good warranty with it. You should have the right to return it for 30-60 days, and have any repairs covered for 6 months to a year.
2006-11-30 05:29:00 · answer #3 · answered by Ralfcoder 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As long as it comes from a reputable company with the same
warranty as a new one (at least a year) I actually prefer a refurb. It
costs less and I know a qualified tech has actually looked at to ensure
it is working properly.
2006-11-30 05:29:56 · answer #4 · answered by aapriori 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
its perfectly fine. Alot of computer parts are reused. All refurbished means is that someone bought it before you, either didnt like it, or part of it had a problem, they sent it back, the computer company fixed it, and put it back on the market
2006-11-30 05:43:15 · answer #5 · answered by cotir2005 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My sister bought a refurbished laptop for her husband serving military time in Iraq. It has worked wonderfully for him!
2006-11-30 05:27:42 · answer #6 · answered by frenchy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
We got a refurbished one - direct from Dell. (I've been told they don't do that anymore.) There were some minor quirks, but it's been fine.
2006-11-30 05:35:10 · answer #7 · answered by tigglys 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
only if FACTORY ( original manf ) REFURB with warranty
the point is they care about the products reputation and rebuild based on what CAN go wrong
the aftermarket repairs what HAS gone wrong
2006-11-30 05:27:59 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't suggest buying one b/c its normaly better to buy things like that with a warranty and brand new
2006-11-30 05:30:31 · answer #9 · answered by Chieko T 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Check out the warranty first. It should be warrantied as if it was new.
2006-11-30 05:38:40 · answer #10 · answered by Bill Payer 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋