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    Upgrades, maintenance and warranty rules

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by s_e_r_g_e_y, Oct 10, 2010.

  1. s_e_r_g_e_y

    s_e_r_g_e_y Notebook Enthusiast

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    Warranty is providing a peace of mind, extended warranty even more so.
    But does it mean that, if purchased machine is still under warranty, I can't open it to upgrade its RAM or SSD if I do not want to annul the warranty?
    Can I open it to blow the dust away and clean vents?
    What are the manufacturers' common policies regarding all these?
     
    s_e_r_g_e_y, Oct 10, 2010
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  2. Aikimox

    Aikimox Weihenstephaner!

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    In truth, you are fine to upgrade your system, clean and re-paste it. Just make sure you don't destroy it in the process. Also, keep the original parts for warranty services.
     
    Aikimox, Oct 11, 2010
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  3. s_e_r_g_e_y

    s_e_r_g_e_y Notebook Enthusiast

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    Thank you, Aikimox,
    I've pretty much made my choice.
    Will continue my search of where to buy now.
    By the way, does anybody know where it's better to buy Sager laptop?
    From Sager directly, or maybe XoticPC, elswhere?
     
    s_e_r_g_e_y, Oct 12, 2010
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  4. Aikimox

    Aikimox Weihenstephaner!

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    Depends on your location. I'd go with XoticPC or LPC-Digital (they are new but already have positive feedback. Plus, they offer the best discounts at the moment)
     
    Aikimox, Oct 12, 2010
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  5. s_e_r_g_e_y

    s_e_r_g_e_y Notebook Enthusiast

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    Well, I am located in Illinois.
    I guess both Sager and XoticPC are out of my state, so no sales tax here, I guess.
    Sager is currently running special on the NP8760-S1.
    About $100 less than identically configured NP8760-S1 at XoticPC.
    Xotic is offering accidental coverage for LCD damage, but not for spills and drops.
    Sager, as far as I can see, isn't including any accidental coverage in their warranty.
    But their lower price on this machine is tempting and better extended warranty could be purchased elsewhere anyway.
     
    s_e_r_g_e_y, Oct 12, 2010
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  6. Aikimox

    Aikimox Weihenstephaner!

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    I'd PM BabyHemi (LPC-Digital) to see if he can get you a better deal.
    Alternatively - both are good options.
     
    Aikimox, Oct 12, 2010
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  7. s_e_r_g_e_y

    s_e_r_g_e_y Notebook Enthusiast

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    Thanks man,
    I just checked Xotic, Avadirect, Sager, and LPC-Digital online stores via Resellerratings.com. Xotic and Avadirect rated high, Sager is rated very low and LPC-Digital isn't listed.
    What can you tell about the Lpc-digital?
     
    s_e_r_g_e_y, Oct 13, 2010
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  8. Aikimox

    Aikimox Weihenstephaner!

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    LPC-Digital is a new reseller, that's why they aren't yet listed @ Resellerratings.com.
    But I know a few guys that bought from them recently (X7200) and were happy with the service and prices.

    BabyHemi is their representative on this forum, AFAIK.
     
    Aikimox, Oct 13, 2010
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  9. s_e_r_g_e_y

    s_e_r_g_e_y Notebook Enthusiast

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    Appreciate the info, Aikimox.
    I am not sure I am any good in taking the bullet and biting plunges :D
     
    s_e_r_g_e_y, Oct 13, 2010
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    Guess baby rarely came to this side of the forum will redirect him here for you ;)
     
    SacredDreams, Oct 23, 2010
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    Charles P. Jefferies, Nov 1, 2010
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