Would You Like An Extended Warranty With That? by John San Filippo
Should you buy an extended warranty with your laptop? You may not want to think about it now, but sooner or later, something is going to break down on your laptop. When it happens, the big question will be who gets stuck with the bill, you or the manufacturer. ... Your best bet is to consider your anticipated usage: If you’re buying a laptop as a second computer for occasional use when you need to travel, you can probably pass on the extended warranty and still feel relatively safe. ... Through extended warranty, you typically have the option to extend the duration of the standard...

Notebook PCs: Extended Warranties by Joshua Feinberg
In sharp contrast to warranty options on desktop PCs, consider advising your clients to purchase the maximum extended warranty coverage they can with a new notebook PC purchase. Even beyond a potential hard drive failure on a notebook, consider the cost of replacing the LCD screen. ... If the extended warranty is subordinated to a third party and the third party goes out of business, will your PC vendor still honor the warranty? ... Is your PC vendor the one selling and honoring the extended warranty policy?

3 Simple Ways To Save A Bunch Of Money When Buying A New Computer! by Kris Bickell
Looking to buy a new computer? Overwhelmed by all of the options available to you? Stressed by the high cost of computers today? For most people, buying a new computer does not have to be as stressful as buying a new car. Nor does it have to be as expensive. ... 3) Don’t buy extended warranty If you are not a computer “techie”, the extended warranties offered by the computer retailers often sound like a good idea. ... But keep in mind that most computers come with a warranty, and most computer problems will either happen at the beginning (when you still have the warranty in effect) or...

4 Computer Money-saving Tips by Sharron Senter
Tip #1 -- Rebates: A rebate is not always a bargain. Computers with rebates are often close to being discontinued. You may pick up a good deal or purchase technology that's about to become yesterday’s news. What's more, stores will often package computers with a bunch of free items to make it... Most extended warranties have large gray areas, leaving the warranty provider a lot of room to reject claims. ... If you're purchasing a laptop and you plan to travel a lot, an extended warranty that covers replacement of the monitor/display can be a good gamble.

Laptop Travel Tips by Elizabeth Lord
Travel laptops require more consideration on top of the usual factors involved in buying a laptop, such as performance, price and warranty. Getting a system that is light is critical. With widescreen models becoming more popular, whilst great for viewing, it just adds weight to the system. ... The easiest way to do this is to buy a laptop with a built in DVD burner. ... Do a regular backup so if something bad does happen, you don’t lose too much data. ... As laptops are more likely to be damaged or stolen while on the road, it is a good idea to have a backup plan.

Avoiding Mistakes when Purchasing a Used Robot by Christi Hart
Your company has the potential to save over 40-50% when purchasing a reconditioned robot they are now readily available. They are an affordable option to smaller shops that want to begin automation and larger companies with automation currently in place. ... Often the machinery has been standing idle for an extended period of time and may even be non-supportable. ... You should also ask if the warranty comes with free technical support. ... A parts warranty and service contract can be a life-saving asset in that circumstance.

Plasma Televisions and Displays - What to Know When Buying by Donny Duncan
So you want the amazing quality of a plasma television or plasma display, but you don't really know what to look for when it comes to features? After all, it's a pretty big investment, you want to know what you're buying right? No problem, here are few terms and features to remember when you are... It's usually best when your plasma television or plasma display comes with a warranty, but even if you have to purchase an extended warranty, it's generally a good idea. ... Most newer televisions, especially plasma displays and televisions, but if you want it, it's always best to check for it.

CD Printers by Jimmy Sturo
A CD printer lets you print anything you want directly on a CD. It gives a professional look to the whole process. A CD printer also prints on DVDs. A CD printer can print graphics, logos, text and photographs. There are various type of CD printers available in the market--manual, automated and... These factors include the warranty on the product, the possibility of extending this warranty, the cost of ink cartridges and the availability of technical support after purchasing the printer. ... You can get one on most auction sites.

Refurbished Laptop Computer Batteries - Don't Risk It by M Johnson
Some laptop computer batteries dealers offer a refurbished laptop battery claiming they are restored to original specs. "Caveat Emptor", buyer beware. Most are cheap and won't hold the charge for very long. You might get lucky and get a good one, but the life of the battery is in jeopardy. ... Many people trust buying refurbished laptops and computers because the replacement parts are new and can make it last an extended amount of time. ... If you want to save a few dollars then please buy a better MPG car, not a refurbished laptop battery.

What You Should Know Before You Buy A New Computer by Bonnie Archer
You will have many factors to consider when deciding on which computer equipment to buy. The bewildering amount of choices can seem overwhelming. This guide will help you compare computer equipment features, and help you to examine and sift through many of the basic items before you buy a new... Warranty and Tech Support: A one-year warranty on most computer equipment is plenty, because most problems seem to happen in the first year. ... If you want you can get an extended two to three year warranty for around $150.