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    3150 Repair Decision

    Discussion in 'Other Manufacturers' started by Bubba's Hawgs, Jan 24, 2006.

  1. Bubba's Hawgs

    Bubba's Hawgs Newbie

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    I spilled water on the computer. Averatec repair(Fremont Tech) told me the repair will cost $350 including shipping. I'm not sure it's worth it. I have another computer and it seems foolish to repair a two year old laptop that only cost $900 two years ago. Any advice?
     
    Bubba's Hawgs, Jan 24, 2006
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    USAFdude02 NBR Reviewer & Deity NBR Reviewer

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    I made the same mistake and now I have bought a new laptop. Save up the money that you would use repairing it and get a new one. No point in putting money in a machine when you get a newer once for a few hundred more.
     
    USAFdude02, Jan 24, 2006
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    Bubba's Hawgs Newbie

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    Thanks for the input. It's sometimes easier to make a decision when someone else agrees with you.
     
    Bubba's Hawgs, Jan 24, 2006
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    USAFdude02 NBR Reviewer & Deity NBR Reviewer

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    I totally agree...my AC adapter costed $155 on my wifes old laptop and we got it fixed. I have been regretting it ever since.
     
    USAFdude02, Jan 24, 2006
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    ZaZ Super Model Super Moderator

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    Could sell it for parts on ebay. At least make a little towards the next laptop.
     
    ZaZ, Jan 25, 2006
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    Good idea...forgot about that. :)
     
    USAFdude02, Jan 25, 2006
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