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    Whats wrong with purchasing from Dell outlet

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by coolmalayalee, Mar 17, 2008.

  1. coolmalayalee

    coolmalayalee Notebook Consultant

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    Hi, Can someone tell me if there is anything wrong with purchasing a laptop from Dell outlet.. a refurbished laptop that matches my config and having a one year warranty? I cant understand why they are overly low priced out there
     
    coolmalayalee, Mar 17, 2008
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  2. Wumzi

    Wumzi Notebook Enthusiast

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    I guess because at some point there was something wrong with the laptop, and most would rather buy new than a potential lemon. Sure, the problem might have been fixed, but who knows what else is wrong with it.

    To each his own...
     
    Wumzi, Mar 17, 2008
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  3. Greg

    Greg Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    I've bought two machines from Dell Outlet in my time here. First died in a week...but that was two some years ago. Second one was the D430 I'm using now...been solid for three months.
     
    Greg, Mar 17, 2008
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  4. talin

    talin Notebook Prophet

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    If you get a full warranty with it, there should be nothing wrong with purchasing from the outlet. :)
    Getting tech support to get it right and actually fix the issue (if any arises), is another story. ;)
    Jokes aside, you can find some good deals there. It's a bit like gambling, some times you win, some times you lose. :)
     
    talin, Mar 17, 2008
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  5. fiveo

    fiveo Notebook Consultant

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    Laptop in my signature was from Dell Outlet last month. Can't complain and I saved big $$. No problems so far.
     
    fiveo, Mar 17, 2008
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  6. umhaha

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    i just purchased dell xps m1530 off of dell outlet and i can't be more happy with it. it looks just like brand new, performs like brand new, and feels like a brand new. if anything goes wrong, you got 21 days to return and one year warranty=) go for it, and also, wait for 15% dell outlet coupon to come out. it wont be long. saved 200 dollars with that coupon=D
     
    umhaha, Mar 17, 2008
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  7. SPEEDwithJJ

    SPEEDwithJJ NBR Super Idiot

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    Yeah, most of the time the laptops from the Dell outlet are fine. You'll have to remember that buying any electronics is a gamble. I mean you can also get a lemon even if that item is purchased new...
     
    SPEEDwithJJ, Mar 17, 2008
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    Tantrum Notebook Enthusiast

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    Ive bought the XPS 1530 Im using now, a Vastro 1500, and 4 optiplex 745's. Two of the Optiplex's had scratches on the sides of the cases. Other than that I havent found anything wrong. Oh yes the desktops came with 3 year warranties, I bought the second year for the laptops.
    So far, its working for me.
     
    Tantrum, Mar 17, 2008
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  9. GaMeRxD

    GaMeRxD Notebook Evangelist

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    so dell outlet is just factory refurbished products?
    is the outlet a separate store?
     
    GaMeRxD, Mar 17, 2008
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  10. shawnhao

    shawnhao Notebook Consultant

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    well...they all belong to Dell...
    Just don't like the idea of buying some "second hand" goods...not to mention that it is very difficult to be able to find the PC to the EXACT specifications as you would want it...so you'll most likely have to go with what they have...

    P.S. wait for the Dell sales events...and you'll save BIG on brand new Dells...like right now (just bought a Dell m1530, maxed out hardwares, w/student & $700 off coupon, got it for under 1500.....sweet deal if you ask me...).
     
    shawnhao, Mar 18, 2008
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  11. coolmalayalee

    coolmalayalee Notebook Consultant

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    Thanks guys for your quick responses.

    I envy you.. :)

    By the way, are there outlet coupons separate from the ordinary dell coupons? If so how frequent they come out.. and when and where can I find them.... I want to buy one in the next few days time..
     
    coolmalayalee, Mar 18, 2008
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  12. booji

    booji Notebook Deity

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    They have been coming out quite frequently, as of late. Usually, Dell releases new coupons/promotions on Thursday.
     
    booji, Mar 18, 2008
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  13. coolmalayalee

    coolmalayalee Notebook Consultant

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    Thanks. Could you tell me where can I find them? can u give me a link?
     
    coolmalayalee, Mar 18, 2008
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  14. Desertf0x9

    Desertf0x9 Notebook Evangelist

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    Out of the 4 outlet notebooks I've recieved 3 of them in like new condition, while one of them came in the worst used condition both cosmetically and hardware wise. However regardless dell will work with you to fix it
     
    Desertf0x9, Mar 18, 2008
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    TigerFX Notebook Guru

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    I've bought 2 laptops, 3 desktops and a monitor from the Dell outlet store and had zero complaints with any of them. Even the ones labeled "scratch & dent" seemed to be in perfect condition.
     
    TigerFX, Mar 18, 2008
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  16. coolmalayalee

    coolmalayalee Notebook Consultant

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    Thank you guys for your suggestions. I finally ordered my XPSm1330 today from the outlet.. and is already shipped. I hope it got a fare deal. Just hoping that the machine is going to be in good condition.

    I got the following for $1019.

    2.2 GHz T7500, Tuxedo black
    3 GB RAM
    128 MB Nvidea Gforce
    160GB 7200 rpm HD
    6-cell battery
    Travel remote, bluetooth, fingerprint reader.
    Vista home premium.

    It was certified refurbished.
     
    coolmalayalee, Mar 19, 2008
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  17. Lazy

    Lazy Notebook Consultant

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    i just got mine from the refurb store and it looks basically brand new

    the config for this is pretty much the exact one i wanted just minus the 9cell battery instead of the 6cell battery so im pretty happy with it

    Compared to the one my gf got a month ago, just going by the looks, no one even touched it :)
     
    Lazy, Mar 19, 2008
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