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.
Tuesday, January 5, 2010
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I discovered refurbished electronics last year and i have saved hundered. so many people have the wrong view of what that word refurbished means. They are basically good as new..you just have to make sure you are not buying it from a shady source!
ReplyDeleteI can vouch for orbitdirect.net, I ordered a mac a few months ago, and throughout the whole process their staff was kind and patient and even gave me a discount because I bought their last in stock!