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    What to look for used NP8678-S?

    Discussion in 'Sager and Clevo' started by batboygotoj, Sep 1, 2016.

  1. batboygotoj

    batboygotoj Notebook Consultant

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    hi guys,

    I'm planning to meeting someone to buy a used np8678-s/p670rg.

    Besides checking for dead pixels, cosmetic, ports etc.

    Are there any know issues I should look into like heat and performance issues.

    What programs should I get to test these?
     
    batboygotoj, Sep 1, 2016
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    t456 1977-09-05, 12:56:00 UTC

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    Run some benchmark programs for cpu and gpu while keeping open HWiNFO for the temps. And if you plan to buy the drive(s) as well; check if their SMART values are all in the green (HWiNFO can show them). Also look at device manager and see if any devices have a problem, are disabled or have no driver, either of which could indicate a hardware problem. As for the display, have some incredibly simple, portable tools for that: Fill and Gradient.7z.

    If you find some errors or flaws with the components then just insist on a discount equivalent to their value and replace them.

    Ah .... and, quite important, see if you can access the bios or that it has a password. One which the seller has forgotten, that is o_O ...
     
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    Meaker@Sager Company Representative

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    Don't forget to meet in a public place with cameras and a power socket :)
     
    Meaker@Sager, Sep 4, 2016
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