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    Do you read the manuals/documents at all?

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by kns, May 30, 2009.

  1. kns

    kns Notebook Evangelist

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    I think I have never read the manuals and documents in the plastic pocket that came with the new Thinkpads--just threw away most of the papers that I have kept without ever looking at. I suppose this poll will indicate most are like me :)
     
    kns, May 30, 2009
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    jonlumpkin NBR Transmogrifier

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    I tend to give the manual a good once over for any electronic or similar device I purchase. In fact, I tend to try and read the manual BEFORE I make a purchase (i.e. I download a PDF version) so I fully understand the features before committing any money.

    I also hold onto them for my records, but I far prefer PDF versions in the event of a problem (much easier to search, and because I have a tablet I can view them full screen and the experience is very similar to printed paper).
     
    jonlumpkin, May 30, 2009
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  3. trieudoahong

    trieudoahong Notebook Consultant

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    Sometimes/when having problems, or when it need to active some function
     
    trieudoahong, May 30, 2009
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    Tanthalus Notebook Enthusiast

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    I do it in case I have to replace a part or something or if I'm really bored.
     
    Tanthalus, May 30, 2009
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  5. ZaZ

    ZaZ Super Model Super Moderator

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    I think we've got a candidate for Mr. Anal-Retentive 2009?
     
    ZaZ, May 30, 2009
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  6. jonlumpkin

    jonlumpkin NBR Transmogrifier

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    It's a tight field, but I think I'd make a great representative.
     
    jonlumpkin, May 30, 2009
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  7. ZaZ

    ZaZ Super Model Super Moderator

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    I hear the talent competition is a bear.
     
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  8. kns

    kns Notebook Evangelist

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    Another question: do you keep the original boxes of thinkpad? I thought it unnecessary since in case you need to send it in for repair they'll provide a box, nor does it add any value when you resell your thinkpad?
     
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    I gave the manual a quick read-over before I purchased, to see how difficult it was to replace certain parts. I read over most of the printed (shorter) manual as well, before I even turned it on when I received it. I do this with most of the more expensive stuff I buy.

    I keep it in the attic, just in case I ever need to send it back - why buy/obtain another box?
     
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  10. jonlumpkin

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    Sounds like I have some competition.
     
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  11. kns

    kns Notebook Evangelist

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    When you need to send it back lenovo will send you an empty box with paddings.
     
    kns, May 30, 2009
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  12. jaredy

    jaredy Notebook Virtuoso

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    Those boxes are great. I got one when I was sort of just asking them about some concerns. So I just got a free box full of foam :D. It is actually pretty hand because you can break the foam into pieces.
     
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    read it once to figure out what the lights and symbols mean

    now i'm not even using the OS that came with the system!
     
    ShadowVlican, Jun 2, 2009
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    Haha ;)

    Ah, I forgot about that. In any case, it doesn't take up too much room, so I'll keep it in case I need to sell my laptop in the future.
     
    MidnightSun, Jun 2, 2009
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