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    TIGERDIRECT TO HAVE MORE P-7811FX's

    Discussion in 'Gateway and eMachines' started by elusiveflip, Dec 15, 2008.

  1. elusiveflip

    elusiveflip Notebook Consultant

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    I've been in contact with Tigerdirect Canada and they've informed me that they are expecting about 580 more P-7811 FX's by about the 26th, so right after Christmas. I believe that this means Tigerdirect US will also get the 580 because I think they share the same pool of computers, since they all ship from the US anyway. I believe this time, an extended warranty will be available, or if not, you could always just get one from Squaretrade.com. I wasn't able to order my P-7811FX when the original refurbished ones came in because I had a refurbished P-6860FX from them, and was delaying because I was seeing if they could transfer my warranty. It seems that they'll be able to, and I was already given a P-7811FX on hold for the next batch shipment on the 26th. Just thought I'd let everyone know. Give rep, lol, jk. :p Makes you wonder if eventually they'll sell refurbished P-7801u Fx ones, heh.
     
  2. elusiveflip

    elusiveflip Notebook Consultant

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    The number of units available may actually be less in the end, but the important thing is that they'll be having a new batch ready for sale. Oh and fair warning, Tigerdirect doesn't usually place HOLDS on items for people, I just guess they did it for me cuz I was nice? So you'll probably be expecting to try and snipe one right away from the website as soon as it goes up on sale.
     
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    RangerXML Army of None [TRH]

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    This is such a temping deal. I actually was ordering it, putting the notebook in my cart as it sold out. I'll keep an eye on this.
     
  4. elusiveflip

    elusiveflip Notebook Consultant

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    Just another note, I talked to a Squaretrade representative today and it seems Squaretrade doesn't make warranties for Tigerdirect Canada in regards to laptops. Squaretrade is moreso based for ebay sales it seems and that they have no legal standing in offering warranties to Canadian retailers such as Tigerdirect Canada. They can only offer warranties for the Tigerdirect US site. So if you're in Canada, interested in this computer and are looking for an extended warranty, you'll probably hope that Tigerdirect Canada offers one when they start selling the new batch right around/after Christmas. There may be other warranty sellers you could use, and there may even be a way around this, but you'll have to look into that for yourself, and maybe if you find one, should share it here for interested parties.
     
  5. ChaosX5

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    how much will they be? Same price as best buy?
     
  6. elusiveflip

    elusiveflip Notebook Consultant

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    http://forum.notebookreview.com/showthread.php?t=330615
    Originally sold in US for $689.97USD, Canada for $857.97CAD. Price got bumped in US to $749.99 IIRC, Canadian stayed the same. These are refurbished remember, not brand new. No word if the price will stay the same though for these the second time around.
     
  7. wootage

    wootage Notebook Consultant

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    While refurb is always chancy, for the record, my refurbished 6860 is perfect in every detail. Not a scratch, scuff, or miscolored pixel to be found.
     
  8. elusiveflip

    elusiveflip Notebook Consultant

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    My original P-6860FX refurb came perfect too. I'm hoping that when I exchange it for the P-7811FX, I have the same kind of luck again.
     
  9. Conti027

    Conti027 Notebook Guru

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    My only problem would be how much of a bad chance do you have with getting a refurb? and what happens if the warranty runs out and it breaks. Is there anything you can do?
     
  10. alitunay

    alitunay Power Seller

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    ACtually getting abad unit as a refurb is less than getting a bad one as brand new. Especially in the case os 7811. Remember how many people returned their computers due to the screen ghosting, overheating etc. Now at the refurbishing process, they either replace the monitor, fix the overheating issue so that they can sell it back. That is why it called refurbished or remanufactured.
     
  11. wootage

    wootage Notebook Consultant

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    www.squaretrade.com will sell you a warranty for a refurb unit. Pretty cheap too.
     
  12. DanielKaminski

    DanielKaminski Notebook Geek

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    The 7811 is back in stock at Tiger !

    Go get them people, I just got mine for $751 shipped !

    DK
     
  13. ScifiMike12

    ScifiMike12 Drinking the good stuff

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    Don't forget the 5% Live Cash back.
     
  14. DanielKaminski

    DanielKaminski Notebook Geek

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    Could have saved $32.50 more, oh well...
    I got so excited that I just bought it on the spot ! I don't suppose it works backwards...
     
  15. Bungles

    Bungles Notebook Guru

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    Woot ordered mine!!! Ty for the 5% off reminder...713.50 and I'll probably go with the 3 year coverage as well...I put in the price I paid and it was only 128 for 3 years...thats cheap cheap cheap....This will easily hold me over til the next gen stuff is out. I was trying to wait til the MSI gt725 comes out but how can u pass up on a system like this for 713

    EDIT

    On refurb I guess u can only get a 1 year and its 124....any advice on whether this is worth it or not? I'm assuming it might very well be worth it
     
  16. RangerXML

    RangerXML Army of None [TRH]

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    I got 10% back with Live and $159 for the 1 year extended.
     
  17. Bungles

    Bungles Notebook Guru

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    RangerXML Army of None [TRH]

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    EDIT: The Paypal promo ended 12/15/2008!

    Does this notebook have any open slots on the inside for Bluetooth?
     
  19. flynnaz

    flynnaz I am a Night Elf Mohawk!

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    What is the free CA that comes with it?
     
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    apparently its a free internet security suite that fits on a 1gb thumbdrive.
     
  21. Bungles

    Bungles Notebook Guru

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    it's antivirus software
     
  22. Tybalt39

    Tybalt39 Notebook Evangelist

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    There was another thread about bluetooth in the 7811 (can't find it right now). It was determined that there is a connector on the motherboard if you completely disassemble the computer. I believe the OP found a bluetooth module from another manufacturer that plugged into that connector.

    I saw a post by johnksss yesterday that had pictures from that post. Perhaps he can find the original post...
     
  23. daggerNC

    daggerNC Notebook Enthusiast

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    Woot! Just ordered and thanks for the reminder and link for the Live Cash Back option. I opened that up, selected the go shopping on TigerDirect link and that opened up a new TD window thru which I ordered the 7811. Now, exactly how does that work? I subsequently got the Live Cash Back email to set up my account which I did, but no Pending activities are showing. Does it take a day or two to show up?

    Thanks again for the alert!!
     
  24. djsephiroth

    djsephiroth Notebook Enthusiast

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    Argh, totally forgot about the Live deal. That would have nearly covered my overnight shipping... Still, great deal.

    Major rep.
     
  25. elusiveflip

    elusiveflip Notebook Consultant

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    I guess they started selling them again alot earlier than what I was told over the phone. :rolleyes: So much for listening to their customer support. :rolleyes:
     
  26. Bungles

    Bungles Notebook Guru

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    I went back and ordered the warranty from tigerdirect. Just a little info for you guys the warranty in the link in this thread only covers the amount that u paid for the item. If you get the extended through Tigerdirect it will replace the laptop with the exact same model or upgrade you to a like model. If there isnt one that is as good or better than the one u have then they will refund you the money you paid for the laptop. So for the money esp on a model like this I would recomend the Tiger one :)
     
  27. DanielKaminski

    DanielKaminski Notebook Geek

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    How long do we have to decide on the extra warranty ?
    I am contemplating getting it.
     
  28. Bungles

    Bungles Notebook Guru

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    Not exactly sure...but I didn't want to chance it
     
  29. Bungles

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    dang...I think they sold out again
     
  30. DanielKaminski

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    Yup, sold out !
    That was quick !
     
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    RangerXML Army of None [TRH]

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    Sold out shortly before 11am PST.
     
  32. DanielKaminski

    DanielKaminski Notebook Geek

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    God, I am so excited, why has it not shipped yet !!!!

    How long does the processing take at Tiger ?

    I chose just regular Ground shipping, but when I was finishing the order it gave me an estimate of Dec 24 delivery, THAT would be one fantastic Xmas gift !

    Come on, hurry up !
     
  33. wootage

    wootage Notebook Consultant

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    ARGGGGG I just tried to buy one from CompUSA's website. It showed "in stock". I got it into the cart and hit Submit and the site came up with a red error message "Click to remove this address from your address book". I said "What?" and clicked, and it kept coming back to the same. I checked the dropdown and it had 5 identical address entries in it!! I tried everything, no go, and no "Edit Address" in the My Account section either.

    I went to restart the buy procedure and try again - "THIS ITEM IS CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE". ARRRRRRGGGGG.
     
  34. elusiveflip

    elusiveflip Notebook Consultant

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    Tigerdirect is still getting more in stock like I said for the 26th of December, but they seem to have gotten a few early, thus the sale today on them. So for those who haven't gotten a chance to get one, there's still hope.
     
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    DOn't know what they sold for on tigerdirect, but I picked up a refurb on ebay for 900, no tax, free shipping. Hopefully will arrive before xmas.
     
  36. Bungles

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    that's still a good buy...with all the discounts they are offering through tiger u can get it down to $691.50
     
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    w00t, got my tracking number!
     
  38. Zigot

    Zigot Notebook Guru

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    I've been checking at Tigerdirect.ca and nothing yet.
    Last sunday, i was about to order then ... unavailable message...

    Let's hope they will get some more..
     
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    Same F'ing thing happened to me.

    I hope the price is still going to be between 680 and 750. My bro needs a new laptop and for that price....I mean c'mon most laptops you buy new for that price are complete crap. This thing is a steal. Just OC the CPU a little.
     
  41. directeuphorium

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    to those who purchased one welcome to the 7811 fold. Mine is still going strong with no problem and i purchased mine day one. Had to tell Best Buy they were in the back.. they didn't believe me! Anyway i've had no issues so don't let all the "horror stories" fool you.
     
  42. djsephiroth

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    Got my tracking number, will have it in hand Monday.
     
  43. DanielKaminski

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    I chose the cheapest shipping ($1.99), got my tracking number as well, but the delivery is scheduled for Dec 29 !!!!! Almost two friggin weeks ! When I was ordering the site estimated the delivery date to be Dec 24. Bummer !
    I hope UPS is wrong and it will get to me before Xmas.
     
  44. Mimino

    Mimino Notebook Communist

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    take a look at ups's transit map. unless you live somewhere in Montana, it shouldn't take more than a business week.
     
  45. goodspeed(TPF)

    goodspeed(TPF) Notebook Deity

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    "Delivered"! WOOOOT!!! :D It left the warehouse this morning and was just delivered. :D
     
  46. Bungles

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    mine will be here on Dec. 30 :)
     
  47. goodspeed(TPF)

    goodspeed(TPF) Notebook Deity

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    In case you guys haven't heard: Umm, I just opened the box and they sent me TWO. I had not noticed before but apparently I hit quantity of TWO when I ordered. lol Prolly put one up here if anyone's interested.
     
  48. Bungles

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    Then u got billed for 2 as well...hehe

    That is a good buy for someone :)
     
  49. goodspeed(TPF)

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    Yep. they billed me for two. :) I just checked my confirmation email. No worries though.
     
  50. Zigot

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    Lucky you to get two. I had a hard time even to get one.
    Hoping TD will be getting more in stock.
     
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