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    Tell me i got a good deal

    Discussion in 'Notebook and Tech Bargains' started by Jacen22, Jan 20, 2006.

  1. Jacen22

    Jacen22 Newbie

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    I just got a Compaq V2000Z from hpshopping's 800 #

    AMD Turion ML-32
    upgrade to brightview screen
    512 MB ram on 1 stick
    60 gb 5400 rpm harddrive
    dvd/cdrw
    wireless
    and 6 cell battery

    total after rebate is around 790. i know its not the best deal ive ever seen, but i am pretty happy with it...please let me know what you all think.

    also, i am still thinking about the warrenty...what do you all suggest? i am not the most careful person and i have a two year old who likes to break things so i am thinking about three year w/ accident protection for 350, but 3 yr parts/labor is only 130. i have heard some not great things about compaq service...what would you do?
     
    Jacen22, Jan 20, 2006
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  2. USAFdude02

    USAFdude02 NBR Reviewer & Deity NBR Reviewer

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    Looks like a decent deal.
     
    USAFdude02, Jan 20, 2006
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  3. Rahul

    Rahul Notebook Prophet

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    I myself have heard no complaints about Compaqs repair service. I think the deal was okay and that you probably should get some sort of warranty/protection...
     
    Rahul, Jan 20, 2006
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  4. Jason

    Jason Overclocker NBR Reviewer

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    For $130 for 3 years... I would say its worth it. Just put it this way... what if it broke after 1 year... what would you do if you didn't have the warranty. But if you did, you could get it fixed no problem. $130 for 3 years extended is very cheap. From dell its usually around $300. The laptop comes with a 1 year warranty, and for $130 extra you get 2 more years. thats $65 a year, a little over $2 a month, and just pennies a day. GO FOR IT!
     
    Jason, Jan 20, 2006
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