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    Extended Warranty for external Hard Drive?

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by Justitia, Jul 26, 2006.

  1. Justitia

    Justitia Notebook Evangelist

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    Justitia, Jul 26, 2006
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    mZimm Notebook Evangelist

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    With the stock warranty if the thing stops working within 3 years you get it replaced. If you buy the extended warranty, if it stops working in the 4th or 5th year after you purchase it, you'll get it replaced by Newegg instead of the Manufacturer.
     
    mZimm, Jul 27, 2006
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    yamla Notebook Consultant

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    It's not worth it. They won't replace your lost data, only the drive. You probably won't still be using it after 3 years anyway. By that time, terabyte hard drives will be commonplace.
     
    yamla, Jul 27, 2006
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    Thanks everyone!!

    I can't believe I'm finally about to place my final order to round up all my new computer stuff I bought this winter..... :)
     
    Justitia, Jul 27, 2006
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