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| I think it depends to a large extent on what type of device you're talking about. Assuming you're talking about consumer electronics devices and computers (rather that cars, for instance), I would consider the following: |
| * How likely is the device to break? Is it a well-made device from a trusted manufacturer or is it a cheap device of questionable build quality? (The more likely it is to break the more likely you'll want the warranty intact). |
| * How will the device be treated? A desktop computer that sits in one spot plugged into a UPS is less likely to break (and need warranty service) than a laptop that gets tossed in the trunk and hauled around with you every |
| * How will the device be treated? A desktop computer that sits in one spot plugged into a UPS is less likely to break (and need warranty service) than a laptop that gets tossed in the trunk and hauled around with you every |
| * Above all, how would you feel if the device died and you couldn't get warranty replacement? If you feel you absolutely need a device in working order and are not comfortable shelling out full replacement cost, you might want to avoid voiding the warranty. |
| JMHO |
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Original post by rationull,
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I think it depends to a large extent on what type of device you're talking about. Assuming you're talking about consumer electronics devices and computers (rather that cars, for instance), I would consider the following:
* How likely is the device to break? Is it a well-made device from a trusted manufacturer or is it a cheap device of questionable build quality? (The more likely it is to break the more likely you'll want the warranty intact).
* How will the device be treated? A desktop computer that sits in one spot plugged into a UPS is less likely to break (and need warranty service) than a laptop that gets tossed in the trunk and hauled around with you every day).
* Above all, how would you feel if the device died and you couldn't get warranty replacement? If you feel you absolutely need a device in working order and are not comfortable shelling out full replacement cost, you might want to avoid voiding the warranty.
JMHO
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