hi, can any one tell me if its ok to buy a refurbished laptop?
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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.  \nThe 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.
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this site contains all the information you need about laptops, it contains information on pricing, different types of laptops, pros and cons on various companies and also what to look for before buying a laptop...\n\nhttp://imedia.atspace.com/laptop.htm
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Computers just get better and the prices get lower. I would just buy a new computer if the warranty is completely renewed and then you can just upgrade it to fit your needs. I do not trust refurbished computers because the previous owners must have given up the computer for a reason in the first place.\n\nIts like a new car. You want a new car or a car that was owned by someone else? \n\nIts all preference, but I prefer to start new and build on it.
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laptop computers can be a rather tricky buy at times, I would suggest that you look out for the cheapest and yet latest laptops on the market, the only way to do this is on what they call warehouse sale markets some of them are also online.\n\nthese warehouse owners have a service where they sell laptop computers to normal customers like you and me, however with very reduced prices due to the fact that they do not have as much costs as normal shops do.\n\none such website is :\n\nhttp://umgarticles.atspace.com/laptop-computer.htm
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If it's new (and it's not) 650$ tops\n450$ tops if it's not because that's how much it costs for a refurbished laptop of this model
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I don't know, why'd you buy a Dell? Don't they use Refurbished parts for all the laptops except Latitude? I personally don't like Dells. If you got money, go buy an HP.
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First off, don't buy an ACER computer... Those are one of the lowest end models of computers. You can find a better one for around the same price.\n\nAs for the eBay part, wait to see if you get all your money back. It looks like you won't have a laptop by your birthday unless the money is wired back to you by that time. You'll just have to wait it out and see what is done over the next few days/weeks.\n\nOne more thing... Always make your purchases of something expensive, like the laptop, from a retail store. If you have problems with it within the return time-frame, you can always take it back and exchange it. Most people who sell products on eBay have an "as is warranty", meaning, if it is broken, you are S.o.L.\n\nGood luck and Happy Birthday...
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I recommend buying all new.  Fixing that old computer means more trouble later.  If it is more than 3 years old, consider yourself lucky.  \n\nGet a Toshiba this time.  They are highly rated. \n\nLook at them at Wal-Mart or Costco.  Make sure that you LOOK before you BUY.   Also, inquire about their RETURN policy.  Stores that charge a RESTOCKING fee suck.
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Go to a reputable computer store and ask to speak to someone who is knowledgable on laptops.\nTell them what you need the laptop to do and how much you have to spend. They will show you alternatives. Do that in 3 or 4 stores, then go on the Internet and save yourself up to 10%.\nIn other words, get the best that you can afford. All manufacturers have good and bad models. A shop assistant who deals with them everyday will know the best (and worst)
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My first laptop was a refurbished Compaq Presario 1505US and to begin with I had a lot of trouble; the retailer had installed incorrect memory modules and the hard drive was faulty. Since these problems have been fixed, the laptop has worked well; it's an old machine with poor graphics and slow memory but it is solidly built and reliable. Even though I have other laptops, I still regularly use the Compaq - the sound is impressive even if the TFT display is lacklustre. Compaqs do come with a ton of preloaded software that if allowed to run on start up can significantly slow down the system. Now a part of HP, they don't have the same appeal they once did...
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Best value, 100% of the time on notebooks, is Toshiba.  I've recommended them to a few people, and every one of them that bought one has been completely satisfied with it.  By the way, people usually don't sell a laptop (they're so expensive in the first place) until there's something wrong with it.  I would either buy a new, but not top of the line model, or used if I can test it out first.
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Not a single person can answer that question accurately without you FIRST providing the following:\n\n1a: Is this going to be an entirely new system, or are you planning to re-use the components from your current system? (CPU, RAM, Video, etc.)\n1b: If re-using components, what are they? You'll need a motherboard that's compatible with them, obviously...\n2: What's your budget?\n3: What's the purpose of this computer? (gaming, or simple web browsing, email, etc.)\n4: How long would you like to see it last? This plays a major role in deciding what features you'll need in order to provide future upgradability potential and options.\n5: How confident are you in your own ability to maintain and diagnose/repair your system on your own? I've seen far too many first-time system builders run into problem after problem, and who would have been better off buying a complete system from a reliable manufacturer. (IBM, Dell, HP/Compaq, Gateway, etc.)\n\nSimply, you haven't provided nearly enough information for ANYONE to accurately answer your question.
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If you get junk mail from department stores, check those out. I saw a laptop in a BigW catalogue for $1500. Acer with 512mb ram, 60gb hd. nice.
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Hi,\n\nIf you can post the exact model of the laptop I can help you out.
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i would go on eBay and see other notebooks that are near the hardware profile that you have. that will give you a good basis.
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The best advice is to go to your local PC world or Curry's\nTell then axactly what you want and be guided by them.\nOr, buy a Which computer & laptop mag:
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Dear friend,\n\nYou have not specified your requirement for the computer use and the location, which both depends.\n\nIf its for your home use go for 2nd hand no prob\n\nBut for business purpose pls buy new one with atleast \n\n2.4 - 3.0 GHz, 512+ Ram, 915 GLV board, 17" monitor, DVD Combo (Writer if u need it).\n\nIf any else u require pls feel free to ask