Staples and "in store set up" computers
Hey guys. So today I wanted to buy a laptop. There was a good sale on two computers at Staples so I decided to buy. Called in to check store stock, and went to THREE Staples and in all three they tried to sell me their "in store set up" package (where they "install" Windows and Norton, and to other frivolous things). When I said no, they went to the back room and came back and said "sorry, we only have computers in those models that have already been set up".. WTF..
The 4th store thankfully had factory sealed laptops. Even in that store, the guy disappeared for a good 10 minutes, before coming back with the laptop. It "looks" sealed, but we'll see when I start it up.
Is this "in store set up" thing a scam where they install the packages on returned/refurb computers in some cases? Well, if there is anything off about the computer guess I will return it. Say what you said about FS and BB, but returning stuff is pretty easy with them. Haven't had to do it with Staples yet. Anything I should be careful of?
The 4th store thankfully had factory sealed laptops. Even in that store, the guy disappeared for a good 10 minutes, before coming back with the laptop. It "looks" sealed, but we'll see when I start it up.
Is this "in store set up" thing a scam where they install the packages on returned/refurb computers in some cases? Well, if there is anything off about the computer guess I will return it. Say what you said about FS and BB, but returning stuff is pretty easy with them. Haven't had to do it with Staples yet. Anything I should be careful of?