$300 for Gateway NV51B08U Refurbished Notebook PC = "GOOD Deal"??

Discussion in 'Hardware' started by grc123, Jun 11, 2011.

  1. grc123

    grc123 MajorGeek

    Hoping someone would be willing to point-out what they see as "weaknesses" in this deal.

    From what I see (other than it being "refurbished", which I don't believe is too troubling?):

    Negatives

    1. Not sure about Gateway Laptop/Notebook QUALITY in general?
    2. 1.0 GHz processor (seems slow to me?).
    3. 3 GB of RAM, no idea if this is the MAX possible (RAM expandable??).

    Positives

    1. Dual Core (?)
    2. 64 Bit (more secure?)
    3. Windows 7 Home PREMIUM (surely must beat my Vista?)
    *Please see below for Full Specs:

    Laptops & Notebooks > Refurbished Laptops > Windows 7
    Gateway NV51B08U Refurbished Notebook PC - AMD C-Series Dual-Core C-50 1.0GHz, 3GB DDR3, 320GB HDD, DVDRW, 15.6" Display, Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit, Black
    Gateway NV51B08U Refurbished Notebook PC

    Item Number: S445-156204
    Model: RB-L-LX.WVZ02.005
    Availability: Available While Supplies Last

    Price: $299.99

    Gateway NV51B08U Refurbished Notebook PC
    Possess what others desire! The stunning Gateway NV51B08U Refurbished Notebook PC offers premium performance and usability, screen size of 15.6", a 16:9 cinematic view perfect for entertainment, and elegant on-the-go connectivity. Featuring trendsetting design, the Gateway NV51B08U Refurbished Notebook PC also provides quality video chatting, fine battery life, a range of graphics, and ample memory and storage. With our Gateway NV51B08U Refurbished Notebook PC, you can multitask with ease and enjoy all your digital media from the comfort of your PC.

    What It Is and Why You Need It

    AMD C-Series Dual-Core C-50 1.0GHz Processor
    3GB DDR3 RAM
    Windows 7 Home Premium (64-bit)

    Specifications
    Gateway NV51B08U Refurbished Notebook PC
    Memory Type: DDR3

    Memory Slots (Total): 2

    Total Memory Size: 3GB

    Memory Slots (Available): 0

    Display Type: HD Widescreen Ultrabright LED-backlit Display

    Screen Size: 15.6”

    Maximum Resolution: 1366 x 768

    Capacity: 320GB

    Drive Types: Hard Drive

    Hard Drive Speed: 5400 RPM

    Processor Brand: AMD

    Processor Type: Dual-Core

    Processor Speed: 1.0GHz

    Processor Number: C-50

    Graphics Description: Integrated Graphics

    GPU/VPU: ATI Radeon HD 6250 Graphics

    Video Memory: 256MB

    Lifestyle: Home & Student

    Condition: Refurbished

    Operating Systems: Windows 7 Home Premium 64-Bit

    Startup Operating System: Windows 7 Home Premium 64-Bit

    Platform: Laptop

    Optical Drive: DVD Single Layer Burner

    Supplemental Drive Type: Media Reader

    Media Types: Secure Digital (SD)
    MultiMediaCard (MMC)

    Audio Description: Integrated Audio

    Audio Chipset: High-Definition Audio

    Integrated Microphone: Yes

    USB Ports (Total): 3

    LAN Ports: 1 - RJ-45

    Audio Out Jacks: 1

    Line In Jacks: 1

    Microphone Jacks: 1

    VGA Ports: 1

    HDMI Ports: 1

    Communications Description: Integrated LAN
    Integrated Wireless LAN

    Interface Type: RJ-45 Ethernet Connector
    802.11 b/g/n

    Protocols: WIFI
    802.11b
    802.11g
    GSM

    Width: 15''

    Height: 1.22" - 1.34"

    Depth: 9.96"

    Mouse Type: Multi-Gesture Touchpad

    Keyboard Type: Full-Size Keyboard

    Battery Type: 6-Cell Lithium-ion

    Battery Life: Up to 4.7 hours

    Color: Black

    Specification Notes: [1] To provide the most accurate specifications, the specifications listed are based upon the manufacturer's exact model specification as published on the manufacturer's website, and the manufacturer's product documentation.

    Integrated Webcam: Yes

    Webcam Resolution: 1.3MP

    THIS PRODUCT IS REFURBISHED

    The terms refurbished and recertified are used interchangeable to describe products that were returned to their manufacturer, inspected, brought back to original manufacturer’s specification then tested and repackaged for sale. Some manufacturers refurbish products themselves and others use qualified third party partners. Refurbished products represent a great value and we offer them with confidence knowing that every refurbished product was tested at least twice, once when it was first manufactured and again during the refurbishing process. Refurbished products are warranted by either the original manufacturer or the manufacturer’s third party refurbisher. Warranty terms applicable to refurbished products may vary; see below for specific warranty information and consider purchasing an extended service plan if you desire even more coverage. For more information about buying quality refurbished products, click here.
    Limited Warranty
    This Item's Warranty is:
    - 3 Months Parts
    - 3 Months Labor
    Warranty provided by
    - Seneca
    - View Warranty Info
    Gateway NV51B08U Refurbished Notebook PC - AMD C-Series Dual-Core C-50 1.0GHz, 3GB DDR3, 320GB HDD, DVDRW, 15.6" Display, Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit, Black
     
  2. satrow

    satrow Major Geek Extraordinaire

    Think of it as a big, heavy netbook with mediocre battery life - or, as an under powered, medium sized laptop.

    Would either fit your needs?
     
  3. grc123

    grc123 MajorGeek

    Hah! Thank you...I KNEW I could count on a MG~"Extraordinaire" for a G00D, Solid answer!

    Thanks again...
     

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