What are the advantages of buying a used laptop?

Why buy new, when used will do, as well as save you money! With the computer hardware industry changing faster than ever, very few individuals and companies really need the latest laptops. Used laptops offer excellent value and Inexpensive-Laptops.com enables you to buy excellent quality laptops at inexpensive prices. Certainly a used laptop computer will run any application that a desktop system will run, and run it just as well. A used laptop has a proven record, since it was working well for the first owner.

How do I know if an inexpensive used laptop will be the best choice for me?

The first things that you need to consider are when and where you would be using the laptop, as well as the type of software you would be running on the laptop. If you have space limitations, then using a laptop is more favorable than a full sized desktop computer. If you intend for a laptop computer to be your only computer, and you will be using it at home or in the office with no space limitations, you might want to consider a desktop computer instead. On the other hand, taking a desktop computer with you everywhere you go can be difficult. A laptop should enable you to work when and where you want and allow you both ease of operation and trouble free performance. It should enable you to enhance your productivity and make better use of your time. You can use it without being attached to a power outlet when you are traveling, or you are on a move.

Does Inexpensive-Laptops.com offer warranty with their products?

YES! Every laptop is audited, tested, cleaned and individually packaged to assure quality. Inexpensive-Laptops.com offers a limited waaranty on parts and labor. Inexpensive-Laptops.com warranties all of their products for a period of 6 Months on parts and 6 Months on labor. Click here to view the full details of our Limited Warranty.

What is the return policy at Inexpensive-Laptops.com?

Inexpensive-Laptops.com offers a 7-day return or exchange for online store credit. If you are not satisfied with the laptop you purchased, you may exchange it within 7-days and receive online store credit to use towards another unit. Because of the great prices and unique inventories, Inexpensive-Laptops.com does its best to satisfy every customer and their specific needs.

How do I replace a defective product?

We take pride in the equipment we sell. All equipment has been thoroughly tested and has gone through numerous diagnostics to ensure our high quality standards. In the event of a warranty issue, just send an e-mail to: RMA@Inexpensive-Laptops.com and request a Return Authorization number and instructions. The product will need to be sent within the 30 days. Click here for full details of our Limited Warranty.

What payment methods can I use at Inexpensive-Laptops.com?

We accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover that has been issued from a bank in the United States. We DO NOT accept credit cards from foreign/international banks. All shipments must be made to the address associated with the credit card. We also welcome payments via PayPal, BillPoint or BidPay. For orders over $2000.00 we prefer wire transfer payment, or Money Order.

We also accept Purchase Orders from educational institutes.

How much do I have to pay for shipping?

We offer standard, insured shipping, as well as overnight and other options. Please view our Shipping Costs page for full details.

Does Inexpensive-Laptops.com offer international shipping?

Inexpensive-Laptops.com ships worldwide. International purchases of single units are shipped with USPS Express, orders of 10+ units orders are shipped via Airlines. Ask for freight quote: info@Inexpensive-Laptops.com.

What operating systems are included with the laptops?

We don't sell software with the laptops. With the great number of operating systems, (from DOS, Windows 3.1, 95, 98, ME, NT, 2000 to Linux Red Hat, SUSE, Mandrake, etc) it is hard to satisfy every user. We test the laptops with Windows 98 and prepare it for easy operating system installation saving you money and allowing you a choice.

What I do, if my laptop is not running correctly?

Troubleshooting problems on your laptop computer is quite simple; it's only a matter of narrowing down the problem. In general, some of the most common areas that cause your laptop to function abnormally are:
- You added new hardware device(s).
- You installed new software.
- You added new memory.
The best thing to do is backtracking. If you have added something new and then all of a sudden your laptop starts to misbehave then undo the steps and see if the laptop is back to normal. If it is, then you know that the problem occurring is due to whatever was installed.

What if my system freezes up?

If your laptop system freezes, press Ctrl, Alt, and Delete simultaneously. In the "Close Program" window, select "Free Access" and click "End Task".

My system won't boot. What should I do?

Check the possible causes. If you are running on AC power (plugged into a wall socket) check to make sure the AC connection is good. To do so, plug in another appliance that you know works and turn it on and off. If you are running the system on DC (battery power), try using AC. Connect the AC adapter and plug in the laptop computer. If it still refuses to boot, the internal AC-DC converter may have a short.

I have reinstalled Windows, but now my PCMCIA modem is not working. What do I need to do to get the modem working?

You probably do not have the right drivers installed. Check to see that you have loaded the appropriate software for the card you are trying to use. If you still have problems getting the card to work, contact the PCMCIA Card manufacturer for product support, and find out if the card is a listed compatible product for the model you have. If your PCMCIA modem is not working, check System Properties, Device Manager, and check to see if the Controller of the PCMCIA socket is Intel PCIC compatible PCMCIA controller. If it is, then go to Control Panel, Modems, click on Diagnostics, click on the COM Port that is listed for use by your modem. Click More Info. That should tell you whether your modem is installed properly or not. If you cannot find a COM port listed with your modem, then you have not loaded the modem driver. If that is the case, try installing and reinstalling the modem driver.

How to condition the battery to get a better charge?

- Full charge the battery.
- Power on the system.
- Go into the CMOS setup by hitting "F2" on power up.
- Run the battery down while staying in the setup screen until the unit completely dies.
- Repeat the process at least 3 times to get better battery performance.

Battery does not seem to be charging. How long does it to take to charge my battery?

Batteries usually take two hours to charge if the operating system is not being used. If the battery does not seem to be charging, cycle the battery. In other words, discharge then recharge it again!
- Unplug the laptop from the AC adapter and turn it on.
- Let the laptop run under battery power until the laptop turns off.
- Remove the battery pack.
- Using a soft cloth, wipe off the battery packs connectors and the AC adapters connectors.
- Re-insert the battery pack.
- Plug the laptop into the AC adapter and check the wall outlet, making sure the connection is firm.
- With the PC turned off, let the battery charge until the battery status light or icon glows green.
- Unplug the AC adapter.
- Remove the battery.
- Wait 30 seconds and re-insert the battery.
- Plug the AC adapter back in.
- Let the battery recharge until the battery status light turns green or the icon displays 100%.
- Your battery should now be fully charged.
- Unplug the laptop from the AC wall outlet and turn it on.

Why don't some laptops charge the battery while the unit is on?

In the past, memory effect has occurred on some batteries, therefore this feature has been taken out. The laptop has to be turned off in order for the battery to be charged.

Laptops and notebooks: Are the terms interchangeable?

They both mean the same thing. I don't know the official story, but I know that the laptop word was used first for portables in the late 80's. Those laptops were several times heavier than today's laptops (or notebooks, if you like). My first laptop was 39 lb. with a huge 9" black and white display and a 20MB hard drive. I still have it and I kind of understand why it was called laptop. The notebook term came later when the laptop size was equal to the size of the standard notebook pad that is 8.5" X 11".

One advice: If you really want to get a sense of how a laptop feels, you'd be surprised how important this is, it is a great idea to go to a local computer store to play with a few different models. Even if they don't have the exact machine you want at that certain price, at least you'll learn what you want in a keyboard, weight, screen size, and input device (touch pad or pointing stick). You can buy online from almost all major computer vendors. Don't forget, that you can save a lot of money on a great-refurbished laptop.

Is there any danger in leaving a laptop on 24 hours a day?

As long as it's in a well-ventilated area, there's no danger. At least, no more danger than there would be if you left your desktop computer on all day. The danger with laptops is overheating. Because all the hardware is in such cramped quarters, it tends to get very hot. The bottom gets hot, so be careful where you put it. You may even want to put it on something raised so the air can get to the bottom. If you leave the laptop on blankets or a bed, it will often overheat because the insulation of the material is keeping the heat in. A tip that may help you when you're transporting your laptop is to take out the battery to ensure that you don't accidentally leave the laptop on.

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The most important question:
Why should I buy my laptop from Inexpensive-Laptops.com?

There are many used laptops offered Online, on eBay, Amazon and in Yahoo stores. With so many choices, customers can easily get confused on which store to buy from. Even though some prices are tempting, don't forget you will get what you pay for or even less!

Be aware of hidden costs! Some Online Laptop Stores offer products with very low prices, but have stripped specifications. When they make you buy their so-called "Options", like more memory, larger hard drive, modem, etc., the price ends up being a lot more than you had hoped for.

Some Online Notebook Stores call any notebook "grade A" and you'll be disappointed, when you receive a laptop with cracks and deep scratches, showing a hard wear.

If you buy your laptop without carefully selecting the supplier, you might end up with a lemon with defective parts or not running at all. In this case you are at the mercy of a dishonest supplier, who didn't deliver your laptop as promised and may ignore your complaint.

We are proud to sell the highest-grade refurbished laptops and we are 100% behind out products. We are NOT brokers! We own all the laptops that we offer for sale and they are ready to ship. We are here if there is a problem and we take care of it. Our reputation is spotless and we have been at the same location for over 10 years.

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