Tips and Resources for finding great refurbished deals and buying notebooks wholesale.

If you are looking to purchase a new laptop but don't want to spend too much, you may want to consider buying a factory recertified laptop.

Did you know that refurbished products go through more quality checks than regular new products? Refurbished products are products returned by a customer, then verified and restored to original condition and fully retested by the manufacturer. Warranties on refurbished laptops and notebooks can vary widely from 90 days to 3 years. Want to learn more about buying factory recertified products? Browse our blog for valuable information and tips for finding great deals on refurbished laptops.


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Wednesday, January 27, 2010

Great Deals on Apple Factory Refurbished Laptops


There is a great selection of Apple Factory Refurbished Laptops at this website. They have Macbook, Macbook Pro, Macbook Air, and every other kind of Apple Laptops new and refurbished! Check the refurbished department for the best priced deals.

Thursday, January 21, 2010

Deals on HP Notebooks don't get much better than this!!

HP Compaq NC6220 Notebook
If you need a laptop for business and don't want to spend big bucks, check out this deal on Orbit Direct. Click here to view this HP NC6220 Notebook

This HP Notebook is Factory Refurbished and comes with a limited manufacturer warranty! Quantities are limited. Look Now!

Tuesday, January 19, 2010

Great Deal on an HP ELITEBOOK Business Notebook


This business grade HP Elitebook notebook retails for over $1300 but you can get it refurbished for under $750!!

Here is some information about this hp notebook from hp.com:

Corporate Elite. The HP EliteBook 6930p Notebook PC sets a new standard for on-the-move productivity with business ruggedness and a starting weight of only 4.7 lb/2.1 kg.


Features

Passes rigorous MIL-STD 810F testing:

• This newly-designed notebook has been tested at extreme temperatures of 60°C /140°F and –29°C/–20°F and meets the Military Standard 810F for vibration, dust, humidity, altitude, and high temperature.

Operating System:

• Genuine Windows Vista® Business 32
• Genuine Windows Vista® Business with downgrade to Windows® XP Professional custom installed

Enjoy wireless in more places:

• Whether you’re across the street or across the country, optional HP Mobile Broadband, Wi-Fi certified WLAN and Bluetooth technologies allow you to conveniently stay connected in more places.



Here are some reviews from satisfied customers:

"This is the best laptop I have ever used. Good keyboad, well built and rugged body construction, good performance and secutiy features. I would recommend this product before blinking my eyes. Works perfect for me" - Piranha


"HP EliteBook 6930p powered by intel core processor T9600 is an excellent performer with remarkable battery life and high mobility. It feels comfortable on your laps with no heat discomfort even after long hours of work.

However, a keyboard backlight that will illuminate characters will be preferred to the pop-out light on top of monitor. In addition, the fingerprint sensor can act funnily and need to be improved. Otherwise, my purchase of the unit is a welcome experience and I am planning to buy another for my student daughter." - Sonny


If you're looking to purchase a new laptop, I would consider this factory refurbished laptop from Orbit Direct. You will save a great deal of money! Don't miss this GOLDEN OPPORTUNITY!! :)

Monday, January 18, 2010

Amazing Deal Alert: Lenovo ThinkPad SL510

Take a look at this amazing deal I found on OrbitDirect.net (Click Here). It's a Factory Refurbished Business grade Lenovo ThinkPad Notebook. Hurry before they're all gone!!

The Thinkpad SL series is a line of notebooks offering legendary ThinkPad reliability plus advanced wireless and multimedia features ideal for small business. A big 15.4'' widescreen display gives the new small business ThinkPad SL500 extra on-screen landscape for viewing complex spreadsheets, DVD movies and more.

Tuesday, January 12, 2010

Common Product Condition Definitions

New

-Order canceled and never shipped.

-Factory direct excess.

Redistributed

-Product was shipped and returned unopened.

-Factory seal was not broken by customer.

-Product was never used by customer.

Refurbished

-Product was returned with the factory seal broken.

-Product may or may not have been turned on.

-Product may or may not have been used.

Scratch & Dent

-Product was returned with the factory seal broken.

-Product may or may not have been turned on.

-Notebook may or may not have been used.

-Product has cosmetic blemishes

Monday, January 11, 2010

Apple Certified Refurbished Products

Frequently Asked Questions:



(1) What are Apple Certified Refurbished Products?




Apple Certified Refurbished Products are pre-owned Apple products that undergo Apple's stringent refurbishment process prior to being offered for sale. While only some units are returned due to technical issues, all units undergo Apple's stringent quality refurbishment process.



Each Apple Certified Refurbished Product:

  • is fully tested (including full burn-in testing).
  • is refurbished with replacement parts for any defective modules identified in testing.
  • is put through a thorough cleaning process and inspection.
  • is repackaged (including appropriate manuals, cables, new boxes, etc.).
  • includes the operating software originally shipped with the unit and the custom software offered with that system. See each products "Learn More" for more details.
  • is given a new refurbished part number and serial number.
  • is placed into a Final QA inspection prior to being added to sellable refurbished stock.

Refurbishment procedures follow the same basic technical guidelines as Apple's Finished Goods testing procedures.




(2) What should I expect when I purchase an Apple Certified Refurbished Product?


  • Substantial savings
  • A fully functional unit with complete documentation
  • The assurance that the unit meets Apple's premiere quality standards, and that its defective components have been replaced by genuine Apple components



(3) Can I purchase the AppleCare Protection Plan for my Apple Certified Refurbished Product?



All Apple Certified Refurbished Products are covered by Apple's One-Year Limited Warranty. For extended coverage, you have the option of purchasing the AppleCare Protection Plan with your Apple Certified Refurbished Product. The AppleCare Protection Plan extends the complimentary coverage on your Apple Certified Refurbished Product to up to three years of world-class support for Mac, and up to two years of world-class support for iPod, iPhone, and Apple TV.

Friday, January 8, 2010

Questions to ask when shopping for a refurbished product.

Here are some important questions to consider when purchasing a factory refurbished product:

Is the refurbished unit being sold by a retailer that is also authorized to sell new products?

This means that you can have confidence in that reseller.


Does the refurbished unit have a U.S. warranty?

It is always important to read the warranty carefully to avoid misunderstandings.


Does the retailer offer a return or exchange policy for the refurbished unit?

Legitimate resellers stand behind their products, whether new or refurbished.


Does the retailer offer an extended service plan for the item?

This doesn't mean you have to buy an extended warranty -- but whether or not they offer one indicates their degree of support for the product.


If the answers to all of these questions is positive, purchasing a refurbished product can be a very smart move. Although some refurbished products may be repaired or serviced units, it is very possible that the product merely had a minor defect during its initial production run (such as a series of defective chips, etc...) or subject to an earlier recall. However, the manufacturer can go back, repair the defect(s) and offer the units to retailers as "refurbs".

Wednesday, January 6, 2010

A great starting point for finding excellent deals on refurbished mobile computers.

Buying refurbished computers lets you afford more expensive high-end models for less. You can get the same 1 to 3 year warranties for a few extra dollars. For example, if you want to get the Dell Inspiron 5100 which is a high end Inspiron model, then getting it recertified is the way to go. It comes with the same Windows XP home edition, plus more memory, more hard drive and so on. Plus, you save lots of money and still have a warranty!

Where's the best place to look for deals on refurbished laptops?

Brand Name manufacturers:

Most manufacturers will offer a 90-day warranty for recertified laptops. When buying a recertified laptop from a brand name manufacturer you can save an average of $200.

Online Discount Warehouses:

You'll get even more of a price break here. When buying it refurbished it comes with a 90-day warranty. You can also get an extended warranty for a little more.

I suggest you shop for your cheapest refurbished laptop at online discounters because they have refurbished laptops that brand manufacturers don't carry any more because they don't have the latest parameters - they give them to discount warehouses, and that is why you'll get the best price from them:

OrbitDirect.net is an online megastore where you can find great deals on refurbished laptops, notebooks, and just about everything else. I have heard nothing but good things about them from my friends and collegues. Also, I've purchased some items from them myself and have no complaints. In fact, their customer service is great and is there to answer any questions you may have. They have tons of new products too but make sure to check out their Factory Refurbished products division.

TechDepot.com is an Office Depot company and they offer the same great service. They have an extensive site that focuses on all types of office equipment, but the place you have to focus on is the huge clearance center.

You can't finish a list of product retailers without mentioning Amazon.com. Yes, including everything else they have recertified laptop computers. Another great source where you'll find cheap used laptops at great prices.

Tuesday, January 5, 2010

Buying Factory Refurbished Products 101

A refurbished product is one that is returned by a customer, for whatever reason, and then restored to original working condition after undergoing an intensive inspection process by qualified technicians. The refurbished product is then offered at a substantially discounted price.

In computer technology and electronics in general, refurbished refers to equipment that has been restored to like-new working condition and/or appearance or computer devices that have been sent back to the factory to fix a flaw. The term typically refers to the hardware products that have been either replaced with similar components or updated with newer technology than the device originally came with. These are typically referred to as "Refurbs".

Companies that lease computers will often refurbish the computers after they are turned in and resell the refurbished units. These are typically identified as, "Off Lease" (not "Refurbs"), and are offered at prices lower than those of new computers and/or regular refurbished units.

An electronic or computer product can be classified as refurbished if it meets ANY of the following criteria:

-A Customer Return

-Shipping Damage

-Cosmetic Scratch or Dent

-Demonstration Units

-Production Defect

-Opened Box

-Overstock

Buying a refurbished item is a great way to get a great buy on an outstanding product at a bargain price. There is no reason the label "refurbished" should cause you to hesitate. Remember, the unit has been given more attention than a traditional "new" product. And the rule of thumb for electronics is: if they run, they will likely run forever!

The most important consideration is simply that the retailer backs up the product with some sort of return policy and warranty to the extent that you feel comfortable making the purchase.