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    Buying from eBay/warranty questions!

    Discussion in 'Apple and Mac OS X' started by Xirurg, Dec 21, 2008.

  1. Xirurg

    Xirurg ORLY???

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    Guys,if I buy a new macbook pro from ebay and it comes with some sort of defect-like dust under screen or some dead pixels-can I take it to apple store and have it replaced?
     
    Xirurg, Dec 21, 2008
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  2. Colton

    Colton Also Proudly American

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    I would think you could, as long as it's still in the 1-year warranty that came with the computer. It's even better coverage on a wider range of defects with AppleCare. Anyways, as long as it's in warranty, I would assume it's Apple Replaceable.
     
    Colton, Dec 21, 2008
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  3. livesoft

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    I think you could since the warranty is based on the serial number. As long as its under warranty and they don't ask for a proof of purchase (since eBay is not an authorized dealer :p), you should be OK. But aren't those kind of defects not covered by the warranty except if its really problematic?
     
    livesoft, Dec 21, 2008
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  4. lixuelai

    lixuelai Notebook Virtuoso NBR Reviewer

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    I had 1 speck of dust replaced lol. It was after finals week and I didnt need my MBP. Took it into the shop and got it back the same day.
     
    lixuelai, Dec 21, 2008
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    Calzon_V_ Notebook Consultant

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    Yes, you can, everything is based on the serial number, you don't need the purchase note, etc...
    I bought mine at eBay and I've already bought the applecare plan (at eBay too :p )
     
    Calzon_V_, Dec 21, 2008
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  6. DickyCheung22

    DickyCheung22 Notebook Enthusiast

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    I think you could, but you better ask the seller in ebay if he can provide a replacement. I always read the replace/refund policy before bid and make sure they will replace if there is any defect.
     
    DickyCheung22, Dec 22, 2008
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  7. Xirurg

    Xirurg ORLY???

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    great!thx everyone for input!can't wait to order my MBP :D
     
    Xirurg, Dec 22, 2008
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    circa86 Notebook Virtuoso NBR Reviewer

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    as long as it isn't caused by accidental damage and is a reasonable claim you shouldn't have any issues.

    also, I would definitely look into getting Applecare to make sure you won't have any problems at all in the future.

    if you are looking for the unibody models, I wouldn't be worried about having many issues though.
     
    circa86, Dec 22, 2008
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