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    Extended warranty manufacturer or BB?

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by MTHall720, Jun 5, 2010.

  1. MTHall720

    MTHall720 Notebook Consultant

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    :confused: Just bought new Asus Extended warranty through Asus or through Best Buy??
    Best Buy was not cheap 250.00 I think
     
    MTHall720, Jun 5, 2010
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  2. Orinix

    Orinix Notebook Geek

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    Look into Squaretrade. I currently have a 3 year play for my "bring everywhere light cheap laptop" and it only cost me $40ish.

    Of course, they only cover repairs up to the original cost, but it's nice.
     
    Orinix, Jun 6, 2010
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  3. David

    David NBR Random Reviewer NBR Reviewer

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    AFAIK, Asus laptops purchased at Best Buy are not qualified for the Asus Extended Warranty. If you want one, you'd either have to pay for Best Buy's in-house extended warranty or get an Asus from another place - specifically authorized Asus resellers.
     
    David, Jun 6, 2010
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    MaxGeek Notebook Evangelist

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    I don't know if this is still true, but BB warranties usually give you full credit ($$$) to be spent on anything if your device can't be repaired.
     
    MaxGeek, Jun 6, 2010
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    MTHall720 Notebook Consultant

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    Sq trAde may be best bet. Didn't know bb not auth dealer
     
    MTHall720, Jun 6, 2010
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