Comments on: Dell Extended Warranty Pays off With Replacement Laptop

By: Umjustsayin

Umjustsayin — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 01:10:24 +0000

I have a Dell and my 1 year warranty expires 09/15/09. I was considering not renewing it because I’m fairly computer savvy. You have convinced me to bite the bullet and renew the warranty (on which my keyboard and motherboard have already been replaced). I work from home and am in school so I can’t afford to be without my computer.

By: lul mul

lul mul — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 23:13:17 +0000

can you tell me how the new computer came? did you send yours in first or they sent one out to you and you returned that?

By: Dad

Dad — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 07:41:42 +0000

I knew you had used the warranty but not how much! I too rarely get warranties like this. But I see the value of having an available computer in school. For small business, home businesses, and free-lance, I would suggest investigating service contracts with local service people or investigate the service costs at local repair groups who have a good reputation. You may be able to get a better deal that costs you more the more you need it but still gives you quick service and a lot of uptime. Of course, the modern American way is the disposable computer that you replace and throw away when it fails. But you had better have a reliable backup plan for you data or you are in serious trouble.

By: MLR

MLR — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 23:38:30 +0000

Even on cheaper products, they usually aren't worth it. Warranty pricing is variable to account for things like that. It may be $200 for a $500 laptop and $400 for a $1,500 laptop. (40% of cost versus 27%) Your "expected value" will never be better by buying a warranty. (I don't often say never... but they are in business to make a profit). The problem comes when you know someone who buys a warranty and winds up benefiting from it. People tell you about good experiences, not the fact that they didn't use the warranty. MLR’s last blog post: Winner Announced for Global Giving Gift Card Giveaway