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Should I Buy Refurbished IT? How it’s Different from New and Used
Many people balk at the thought of refurbished IT, thinking it little better than second-hand tech. But the truth is that ‘refurbishment’ is a bit more complicated than that – and in many cases can actually be better than buying new, particularly financially speaking. Companies such as Tetrade, located in Blackburn, offer a variety of refurb IT devices that offer the maximum value for your money.
What are Refurbished Computers?
‘Refurbished’ is a catch-all term used for a variety of computers, returned for a variety of reasons:
- Packaging that has been damaged during shipping;
- Computers with major or minor defects;
- Original buyer no longer wanted the computer;
- Cosmetic damage.
As we can see, most of these do not indicate anything that prevents the product from working as if were brand new, and in any event all such PCs – whether desktops or laptops – are subjected to a costly and exhaustive refurbishment process that ensures it’s tip-top, making them much better than used products (which are not vetted so thoroughly).
How is IT Refurbished?
It depends on the product and the nature of the reason for the return, but the refurbishment process may include any or all of the following steps:
- Repackaging;
- Cleaning and replacement of any dirty/damaged/defective components;
- A software reset to factory settings;
- Full stress testing and any necessary repairs;
- A full data wipe and removal of any additional software added by previous users.
IT refurbishment is carried out either by the manufacturer or an authorised third party.
What makes Refurbished IT better than brand new?
The benefits of such computers speak for themselves:
- As-new condition: since they are stress-tested, repaired, cleaned and have damaged parts replaced, these computers are functionally no different from their brand-new counterparts – but significantly cheaper;
- Full warranties: you may need to pay extra for a warranty with a new desktop or laptop, but this is not the case for refurbished IT, which comes with a warranty as standard;
- Often better than brand–new electronics: because this tech has been subjected to such stringent and rigorous testing and repairs, it’s received much more attention than other off-the-line tech, and will, as a result, often be superior to out-of-the-box counterparts.
- Far cheaper: while these PCs are every bit as good as new ones, a major difference is the cost. Refurbs can often be as much as half the price of a brand-new machine, making going the refurb route a no-brainer.
Where can I get Refurbished Desktops or Laptops?
When purchasing refurbished IT, look no further than Tetrade. At Tetrade we specifically specialise in refurbished IT, offering a wide range of refurbished IT products, including laptops and desktops, as well as audio-visual and software solutions. All these products are sold directly from our e-commerce site at a fraction of the price you would pay for new IT, but with the same level of quality.
As stated earlier, purchasing refurbished IT should mean that you are getting repackaged, clean, factory reset products that have been thoroughly tested and repaired where necessary – this is a process that at Tetrade we follow to the T, ensuring that no equipment leaves our warehouse in a state that won’t wow our customers. All our refurbished IT stock also comes with a one-year warranty, allowing you to trial our products risk-free and see for yourself that Tetrade refurbished are terrific value for money, and work as well as brand new.
Conclusion
As you can see, it’s much more cost-efficient to go the refurb route rather than buying brand new, and the drawbacks are so minimal as to be non-existent. If you shop in the right place with a trusted, experience refurbished IT retailer. Trust Tetrade for your refurbished IT equipment today to reduce your costs and maintain your quality.
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