I've always read that refurbishment is a good way to save some money. But, I'm concerned that there may be cosmetic defects or other problems.
Has anyone purchased a refurbished computer and had good luck (especially if you have done it several times)
More importantly has anyone had any problems and if so, what?
I'm thinking of going with Apple
Thanks
2007-01-15 05:10:48 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Desktops
Yes. Refurbished computers are fine as long as you get them from a reputible vendor. IBM has their Certified Used Equipment, Apple has theirs, and so does Dell.
My girlfriends parents bought a refurb under my advice from IBM last year I think and the computer has not had an hardware issues. They got one with 256MB of RAM to keep the cost down and then upgraded later.
I would say just make sure the equipment has a warranty and also look into the option of purchasing a post warranty.
2007-01-15 05:27:27 · answer #1 · answered by Shawn H 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Refurbished PC's are like Used Cars. Sometimes you can get a good deal, sometimes you get a Lemon. Only, you don't find out until you get it home and have had time to really use the item.
Normally, for Apple and big company PC's (like Dell), they do a good job of refurbishing. These used PC's do have a QC that is pretty strict. After all, it's their company that is being judged.
I would only go for an Apple if I were going to be doing a lot of Graphics type of programs. Programs such as CAD, renderings to make Shrek-like movies or short, or other type of Media in which you need the best renderings.
For gaming, Office work (Word-processing, Spreadsheets, etc), a PC is better as most of these types of programs are made to work in the PC environment.
2007-01-15 05:39:41 · answer #2 · answered by Corillan 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think it really depends on where you buy it and what you plan to do with it. Be certain it has a warrantee if it's factory refurbished if you go that route.
If you plan on gaming or intalling newer software, operating systems and apps that are up to date you'll likely have to continue to upgrade it, again depending on your needs, and that will mean more money anyway. If you want to Internet, you don't have to worry too much about resources or computing speed, but gaming and newer OSs gobble them up.
I went this route before but wound up buying a computer in parts from an online site called TigerDirect.com. I took peripherals from the refurbished computer, CD, DVD, sound card and video card, and had a newer, way faster and more dependable, not to mention new, computer for less than the cost of the refurbished one.
You can buy bare bones kits from as low as one hundred dollars and there's not that much to putting a motherboard in a case, a processor in a slot and plugging in a few, simple plugs.
2007-01-15 05:27:41 · answer #3 · answered by heartmindspace 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I bought refurbs for over 10 years and had no problems whatsoever. You do need to make sure the place you buy from is not selling you a pirated operating system though as you wont be able to validate it.
If you want to buy second hand then go on to your towns message boards and ask for recommendations of shops in your area (if you're in the UK the BBC site has most cities.
If you have a couple of hundred to spare the have a look at the Dell sie as they have some good offers at times.
2007-01-15 05:54:52 · answer #4 · answered by madamspud 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well there is different levels, of refurbished computers
like grades a=is no problems b= some scratches c=getting worse scratches dents etc and the price lowers as the higher the letter. i goes all the way up to f which is a right mess and almost free..
i would never advise able to get a apple machine, i would get a PC anyday
2007-01-15 05:19:30 · answer #5 · answered by Paultech 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I've purchased several refurbished Dells, and I've never had any problem. I don't know about Apples, sorry.
2007-01-15 05:20:17 · answer #6 · answered by Meg M 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have a couple of refurbs. I find them great. The only thing is they may have a little side scratch or minor scar on it but as far as a pc goes no problem.
2007-01-15 05:55:22 · answer #7 · answered by razual2003 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
NEVER EVER EVER PURCHASE A REFURBISHED COMPUTER!!!!!!!
all refurbished means is that it is used and some1 returned it because it had a problem with it.
2007-01-15 05:17:27 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
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