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What are reconditioned laptops?
A reconditioned or refurbished Laptop is a laptop that has been tested and verified to work. It should not be mistaken with second hand or used laptops. It is cheaper than a new laptop. A customer who is not looking for a heavy or a particular spec but just needs a laptop for the general everyday stuff that is browsing, typing, answering emails etc. should get a refurbished one as it has been tested and saves cost. To some people, a refurbished laptop has been “recycled” and is more eco-friendly.
Some advantages of refurbished laptops are;
Reconditioned laptops have been tested
They are cheaper and don’t really require a considerable budget.
They come with all accessories of the new one.
They also come with a warranty for mostly one year.
Where Do Refurbished Laptops Come From?
Refurbished laptops come from many sources. One source is the Manufacturers of the laptops. A study shows that about 7-15 per cent of laptops are flawed from the manufacturers. Not all brand new laptops are OK or in proper working condition. So laptops that fall under this category are returned to the manufacturers for repairs and testing. The laptops are then sold through authorized outlets. Because of the per cent rate, retailers typically take back faulty laptops from clients. Who sometimes sell the computers to liquidators who then refurbishes the laptop and resell to other retailers.
A second source is a business that is replacing old IT equipment. Big businesses or corporation tend to buy their computers in large volumes and also replace them in bulk. As a result of this, laptops that were barely used and whose life span is still long are then sold to companies that recondition them back to their factory setting and then sell them to their customers.
The Difference between Refurbished and Used Laptops.
If you are unsure about what the difference is between a refurbished laptop and a used one, well here is a quick explanation.
A used laptop is a laptop which has been used before. While, a refurbished laptop is a laptop which is not new, but it has been tested and proven to work optimally. That is a refurbished laptop has been tested thoroughly for damaged component and faults. If any defect is found, they are repaired or replaced. Things like RAM, GPU, ROM, battery, screen, etc. have all been brought to factory specifications. While a used system is just handed over to you the way, the previous owner left it.
Types of refurbished laptops
Factory refurbished laptops:
Factory refurbished laptops are laptops that are re-undergoing new examinations and tests. After the tests and whatever faults or damages have been repaired and replaced, the refurbished laptop is thereafter given a unique serial number. This serial number will be used to mark it as a factory refurbished system.
Custom refurbished laptops
These are refurbished laptop made to match the customer’s taste and preference. It gives the customer a choice to select features like processor speed, screen size, RAM and ROM capacity, Bluetooth etc. It allows the customer to get a laptop solution at a low price.
And for bulk laptops, custom refurbished laptops is the best option because of its price advantage and its usefulness.
Things to take into consideration when buying a Reconditioned laptop.
First of all, find a good source where you can get quality products.
Check the battery, RAM, ROM, graphics card etc.
Check the body of the laptop for cracks, breaks and chips at the edges.
And finally, you must receive some warranty, be it 90 days or a full year. Should in case you discover a fault you can return it and ask for a refund.
If none of these is in place, then you are buying a used laptop, not a reconditioned one.
How to find the right supplier of reconditioned laptops.
You need to check if the supplier has been in the business long and is already established.
The wholesaler/supplier must guarantee that all products have been refurbished to the manufacturers’ spec. And that warranties are given to those refurbished products.
For businesses who want to buy in bulk, such businesses should find a wholesaler who can supply in bulk.
The importance of purchasing entirely refurbished computers and laptops can’t be overemphasized, not only for the final clients but also for the seller. This is because customers trust your products and will certainly recommend family and friends looking for such products.
More Advantages of Refurbished or reconditioned Laptops
To those who are considering purchasing a laptop which has been refurbished, but you’re still not sure about choosing a refurbished one or just buying a new laptop. Here are some advantages of refurbished computers.
- You Could Get a Great Cost and good Performance.
If you’re interested in a laptop that is mainly to be used for simple tasks such as browsing, word processing, watching movies etc. a refurbished laptop will suit you better than a brand new one. A refurbished laptop will also have the same performance as a brand new laptop provided they are the same model. It will be cheaper, for example, you could get a £2000 laptop for about £1500 or a £1000 laptop for as low as £500. The price is the main reason why refurbished laptops are often preferred to brand new laptops. A refurbished computer is also fabulous for families with kids. You could quickly provide them with their personal computer for school purposes. Like homework, school projects, research etc. it is even an excellent choice for kids going to college. They could carry it to class and keep their notes, documents, projects etc. in one machine.
But if you don’t know what specifications you need, you can easily ask a local computer specialist and describe your specs to him. In case the laptop gets stolen, it won’t really be much of a loss. At least it won’t hurt like losing a brand new one.
- You Could Still Get A Great Warranty On A Refurbished Product.
If you purchase a product from a reputable business which offers refurbished products for sale, you may get a warranty. Peradventure there is a fault with the refurbished product you can return it to be fixed or even ask for a refund. - Refurbished laptops are tougher than brand new laptops due to the repairs that can make them last for longer.
- PRO-Refurbished laptops are Eco-Friendly
When laptops are refurbished, all their materials (batteries, screens, chips etc.) are also reused, thereby reducing waste.
