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franzcatch Premium Member 2008-Jan-16 2:54 pm Important note about Console WarrantiesI have been looking into purchasing a new Xbox 360 so I can snag a Falcon chip. However, this time around I was thinking of buying it from Best Buy or Circuit City so I could get the additional warranty. Here is the low-down: Best Buy replacement. After that they send it to their repair shop to fix it. Circuit City . You have to purchase another warranty if you still want your console covered. --------------- Comments | |||
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War Child Premium Member 2008-Jan-16 3:06 pm the circuit city replacement plan doesn't sound too different than how I did with best buy. I took mine back 3 times. Everytime I took back I got back what I paid for the system and pro-rate on my replacement plan in store credit. Then I take that buy a new system and the replacement plan again. I pay what ever the difference is. In fact I actually made out to my original purchase. because the elite dropped price between when I bought it and when I took back and get another elite. And the new elite came with 2 free games. | |||
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Jay_ to franzcatch Premium Member 2008-Jan-16 3:13 pm Most store warranties are a waste of money. Most companies already offer 1/2 year warranties on their product. This is how the stores make their money. Example... I just bought a new wireless router from BestBuy for $60 and the guy wanted me to buy a warranty on it for another $20... as if.. | |||
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GoD of KaOs Member 2008-Jan-16 4:01 pm said by Jay_: Most store warranties are a waste of money. Most companies already offer 1/2 year warranties on their product. This is how the stores make their money. Example... I just bought a new wireless router from BestBuy for $60 and the guy wanted me to buy a warranty on it for another $20... as if.. It's not a waste of money when M$ sends you back a refurb (after about 3 month wait) machine as appose to going to the store and getting a brand new as an replacement. Fran I have to correct you on the Best Buy or at least give you info on what told to me over the phone. You can also buy more warranty on the replacement console. | |||
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War Child to Jay_ Premium Member 2008-Jan-16 4:34 pm said by Jay_: Most store warranties are a waste of money. Most companies already offer 1/2 year warranties on their product. This is how the stores make their money. Example... I just bought a new wireless router from BestBuy for $60 and the guy wanted me to buy a warranty on it for another $20... as if.. I won't buy warranty on most stuff other than certain big items. like the router I would not even consider it. BUT how ever if I am going to be paying $500 on something. And that something is something that I really want even though I KNOW it have all kinds of problems, yea I am willing to fork over $50. Especially if it means I don't have to deal with much crap other than just go in and get a new system. To me the $50 is worth for me not dealing with the hassle of course this is different for everyone, some people don't mind rather keep the cash. | |||
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| pandora | pandora to franzcatch Premium Member 2008-Jan-16 6:02 pm I can't comment directly on the XBOX 360, but if those are console warranties generally available at the store, they seem very expensive to me. Does anyone know what the various console makers charge for repair of consoles which are out of warranty? | |||
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GoD of KaOs Member 2008-Jan-16 8:06 pm said by pandora: I can't comment directly on the XBOX 360, but if those are console warranties generally available at the store, they seem very expensive to me. Does anyone know what the various console makers charge for repair of consoles which are out of warranty? Well before M$ extended the warranty for the 360 they were charging 50 dollars for extended warranty. I would gladly well I did pay the extra $10 if all I had to was take back my defective 360 and get it replaced with new one. Instead calling M$ joke of a support team then waiting for the shipping box to arrive then wait 3 months for them to possibly send me back a refurb system. Now I agree with War Child unless it's over $500 or a very sensitive item like the 360 I normally wouldn't buy the store warranty. But I have to say it felt great to be able to return my 1 yr old defective 360 and walk out 10mins later with a brand new one. | |||
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| pandora | pandora Premium Member 2008-Jan-16 8:18 pm Is your older warranty better than described in the OP? I'm wondering if Circuit City or Best Buy decided to limit extended warranty coverage? I'd also like to know, how Sony will handle any service necessary on a PS3, if it is out of the warranty period? | |||
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| SauceMaster Xbox Live Barebunzz | SauceMaster to franzcatch Member 2008-Jan-18 1:00 am Microsoft's extra 2 yr warranty is $59.99 .. I believe. Remember the 3yr Warranty part is only covers the RROD , everything else is 1 yr on the 360. | |||
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CrzyCrakr to franzcatch Premium Member 2008-Jan-19 12:42 am said by franzcatch: Best Buy replacement. After that they send it to their repair shop to fix it. That isn't how it was explained to me. When I picked up my HDMI Premium a week before H3 was released cuz my previous one gave me RROD and I had to ship it off to MS for repair they tried to sell me the PRP for it. The cashier told me that I could swap it out multiple times as needed during the first year while it was still under the manufactures warranty. After the first year...then I would get a one time replacement and no more without buying another Product Replacement Plan(PRP). I asked her if I had to get it now. She said no I had 30 days to get it. So I said I would be back. After about the 3rd week with MS having no idea where my repair console was I was contemplating getting the PRP so in the future I wouldn't have to deal with MS should something go wrong. I could just go to the store and swap it out and done. So I called up their Customer Service and asked them about the PRP for the 360. He told me the same thing. So I decided to get it when I was going to pick up a new PSU for a PC I was working on. I was in line and I asked the cashier about it she then repeated what the others had said. Then I realized I left my receipt in my car so I said I would come back and get it. I went to my car and then just went to the customer service counter and had him tell me what it covered. Which was the same as the others had said. Then made it a point to have him clarify that it was multiple swaps the first year. Then later that night I was looking over the receipt and I noticed that it said I had bought a Product Service Plan (PSP) and not a PRP. So I called customer service about it and the guy told me they only sell a PRP for the 360 and even though it says PSP I actually have a PRP. Then he also repeated the same terms as all the others had. Needless to say I have all the names of the people I talked to about it. Maybe it has changed since then but that is what I was told by 5 separate employees. One way or another they will give it to me if needed. Though I am not the type to swap anything in unless it is actually defective unlike some who used it to upgrade their old consoles to newer ones without them even being broken. Since it ended up taking MS almost two months to get my refurb unit back to me, I like the idea of being able to go into the store with a broken console and walk out with a new one that same day. | |||
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FAQs
What is the warranty period on Xbox consoles? ›
(c) "Warranty Period" for Xbox One means one (1) year from the date You purchased it; (90 days for refurbished Xbox consoles and all Xbox accessories except Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 from the date You purchased it), subject to article 2 below.
Are video game warranties worth it? ›If the cost of repairs without a warranty is high and the likelihood of needing repairs is significant, an extended warranty can be a worthwhile investment. However, if the cost of repairs is relatively low and the likelihood of needing repairs is low, an extended warranty may not be necessary.
What is the main purpose of a gaming console? ›A games console is a computer device used to play virtual, or 'video' games, on a screen.
What do you need for a GameStop warranty? ›EB Game / GameStop
A receipt is required as proof of purchase for replacement of defective item. In most cases, the following warranty time frames apply: Games - 90 day limited* warranty. Accessories - 90 day to 5 year limited* warranty.
Microsoft Complete covers your Xbox console, plus included controller, against accidents and mechanical or electrical breakdowns for up to three years.
What voids Xbox warranty? ›A broken seal doesn't affect your warranty coverage; however, opening and modifying a console to disable security, gain an unfair in-game advantage, or degrade other users' gaming experiences will void your warranty. If you open and damage your console, your warranty won't cover any damage that you cause.
How does game warranty work? ›Game will repair and replace the failed, unsafe or defective goods or refund you the purchase price that you have paid. We reserve the right to send the goods for a technical assessment to determine what the cause of the defect is.
What are two reasons not to buy an extended warranty? ›- Extended warranties are expensive. ...
- Extended warranty coverage may not be applicable in all situations. ...
- Your purchase likely comes with a manufacturer's warranty. ...
- Your credit card may protect you. ...
- The retailer may take the item back.
A good warranty can make a difference if you have problems with your purchase later on and might be a good reason to choose one product over another.
What is the most important part of a console? ›Motherboard. Naturally, this is the most crucial part of your console and its input devices. Both your main device and its controllers will have what is called a printed circuit board (PCB).
What is the benefit of console? ›
Consoles are simple, easy to use, and cost less
Many gamers choose to play with a console because they are designed for easy set up and maintenance. Console gaming can start minutes after you remove the system from the box. There are no build times or technical skills needed to start having fun.
Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC ("SIE LLC") warrants to the original purchaser that this product shall be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to any consumables (such as batteries).
Do GameStop fix ps5? ›Can GameStop repair a PS5? No one can repair a ps5 . Because the ps5 has not been released. Game stop does not do console repairs unless they own the system.
Can you get a refund on a warranty at GameStop? ›Within thirty (30) days of Customer's purchase date: If Customer cancels this plan within thirty (30) days of its purchase and no claims have been paid, subject to the LTO Arrangement provision above, We will refund 100% of the purchase price (as shown on the sales receipt) of this Plan.
How do I check my Xbox warranty? ›Sign in to account.microsoft.com/devices with your account. Locate the device that you want to check the warranty on, then select Info & support. In Device coverage, you'll see what kind of warranty coverage your device has and how much time is left.
How many years warranty for Xbox Series S? ›Typically it is a 1-year warranty. But yes, the warranty starts as soon as it was purchased. Note: If a reseller purchased it and sold it to you, it will begin when the reseller purchased it.
Does Xbox come with a free warranty? ›Warranty: Console contained within the Bundle is under a 1 year limited hardware warranty (90 days for controller/accessories) regardless of length of financing. (Microsoft Limited Hardware Warranty: https://support.microsoft.com/warranty).
How long should an Xbox console last? ›In general, the lifespan of gaming consoles is decided by the manufacturers. And according to Microsoft, the Xbox One is built to last for ten years while powered on.