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    HP Warranty Policy

    Discussion in 'HP' started by 3kAdept, Mar 30, 2009.

  1. 3kAdept

    3kAdept Notebook Geek

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    Hi,

    I am planning to buy a HP Compaq 8510p. It is an unused opened open box item. The computer has never left the box, I was wondering if I bought the laptop right now the standard 3-year warranty period would begin now. Thanks.
     
    3kAdept, Mar 30, 2009
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  2. Greg

    Greg Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    The standard warranty begins once the laptop was shipped out to the first buyer. There is nothing that can be done about that.
     
    Greg, Mar 30, 2009
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    HerrKaputt Elite Notebook User

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    I doubt it. I think the warranty starts as soon as the original owner received the laptop.

    You can always call HP and ask them...
     
    HerrKaputt, Mar 30, 2009
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  4. chrixx

    chrixx Product Specialist NBR Reviewer

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    If the person you're buying from is an authorised distributor, they can have the warranty dates reset as long as a proof of purchase, i.e. invoice or receipt is issued. Otherwise, the warranty starts within 2 weeks of delivery of the laptop from the factory.
     
    chrixx, Mar 30, 2009
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  5. 3kAdept

    3kAdept Notebook Geek

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    Thanks guys. However I am now at a conundrum. I am having trouble deciding between the before mentioned and a refurbished 8510p:

    Open Box $750 USD
    T7300 2GHz
    1GB RAM
    1 year + warranty

    Refurbished $690 USD
    T7700 2.4GHz
    2GB RAM
    1 year warranty from HP

    All other specs are virtually identical. All other possible elements are known and are irrelevant. Thanks.
     
    3kAdept, Mar 30, 2009
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