Warranty on Dell SPS 8500?

"Larry" wrote:
For sure an extended warranty for a laptop. I too have an XPS m1530 and ended up replacing
the motherboard, screen, and keyboard just after the 3rd year of ownership and all replaced
under the 4 year warranty I paid for.

In my opinion, new laptops simply pack too much heat generating power in a small space
that even the best designed cooling system does not seem to suffice.

I have never had a problem with dell desktops. I also have an XPS 8500 and I did not choose
to extend the warranty. In a desktop, I can replace most of the parts myself if need be.

I have my own insurance against not having a computer up and running when I need it.
I keep two backup computers on hand and updated in addition to the one I use daily.

Living in a rural area, I am lucky if I can get repair service within a week especially during
bad weather even though I am paying for two day service.

Larry

Always keeping a running and up-to-date backup is good advice. Given my history with
motherboards, I no longer futz with one computer (or even stress it) if the other one is down.

*TimDaniels*

"Boris" wrote:
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I had lots of Dells. Never bought warranties for desktops, but I have
for laptops. As it turned out, that was the right decision. Never had a
DT fail, but I have had two LTs fail. The warranty for the LTs was well
worth the cost. I think heat and carrying a laptop around are it's worst
enemies.

Not gaming with a laptop and using an SSD instead of an HDD would
help with both hazards. In my case, not choosing the expensive graphics
chip would also have helped.

*TimDaniels*

On 19/08/2013 19:20, wrote:
I brought a new Dell XPS 8500 last year and purchased a year's
warranty. The warranty is expiring and Dell is contacting me about
purchasing an extension? I have not used the warranty in my current
year and am wondering if it is worth it to get a new one. Anyone have
experience in this area and can provide input? It cost about $230 a
year.

Thanks
charliec


Hi,

In my experience, it is worth buying extended warranty on a laptop. If
you can get accidental damage cover as well, get it! I had 4 years
extended warranty and accidental cover on a 17" Inspiron. It was heavily
used and not treated with a great deal of sympathy. During the cover
period, it had a new mobo, new screen and lid, all done on site and I
think I had my money's worth.