Apple MacBook Pro 15" MB470LL/A C2D 2.4GHz, 3GB, 250GB, NO OS - $519 + FS @ IBM SPP

[ex0dus]

Great deal on an Apple MacBook Pro 15" at IBM SPP. This is the unibody version. Says "refurbished," but in all reality these were probably used by IBM employees. Comes with a FREE 1 Year extended warranty from IBM. Price is great, but NO Operating System is installed.

Price: $519.20 + Tax (FREE SHIPPING)

GO HERE:

http://www-304.ibm.com/shop/americas/content/home/store_eppus_stock/en_US/spplogin.html

OFFER ID NUMBER:

536686

[wikipost]

out of stock @ ibm

[ShengD]

Nice find OP. I wonder if they were refurbished by IBM or Apple. Apple refurbs are just about the only refurbs I really trust enough to buy. But if these are just simply used by IBM, it's still a pretty good deal. Similar used laptops are going on eBay for ~$760-850.

EDIT: I wonder why they list the OS as "No Operating System". I wonder if this is just because they didn't have a check box for OSX in their listing software.

[TaylorMadeStaff]

Yeah this is a pretty good price for the machine. Wish I was in need of one. Nice find

[Maschil]

ohhh dude.... THX... went for 760 on ebay couple weeks ago... STEALLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLL

Bought for 560 shipped!!!!!! tax was 40 bucks!

[washyou]

I got a new i5 Macpro from Amazon two months ago by ~900$

This is preowned, no OS, P8600

Pass...

[maximo]

hmmm so these are the 2008 models? Im really interested in getting this for my girlfriend. So I just need to buy and install a MAC OS?

[Carljammers]

there is also a 20" imac on there for $534.65, look in desktops

[cdudeman]

The iMac deal isn't that good. The macbook deal is pretty sweet though.

[Maschil]

hmmm so these are the 2008 models? Im really interested in getting this for my girlfriend. So I just need to buy and install a MAC OS?

if you already have a mac the app store allows you to install the Lion OS on any system of yours.... so no big deal here...

there is also a 20" imac on there for $534.65, look in desktops

ill look into it thanks!

[blownroush01]

I got a new i5 Macpro from Amazon two months ago by ~900$

This is preowned, no OS, P8600

Pass...

and I'm sure this was not the 15.4...

[lolreconlol]

Is this a good deal? Do prices like this come up often?

[worldwave]

Gone!

[lolreconlol]

Gone!

What? :confused:


Availability: In stock**

[maximo]

this is a sweet deal. Im sure it can run the new OS too. :) Thanks OP.

[pacp_ec]

OP please add refurb to title.... thanks

[Maschil]

Is this a good deal? Do prices like this come up often?

its a good deal... they are being sold for 750+ on ebay.... this comes with a 1 year warranty... also

[cboogs]

https://www-304.ibm.com/shop/americas/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/default/ProductDisplay?productId=4611686018426258554&storeId=25694&langId=-1&categoryId=2576396&dualCurrId=137&catalogId=-840

[Maschil]

direct... link

https://www-304.ibm.com/shop/americas/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/default/ProductDisplay?productId=4611686018426258554&storeId=25694&langId=-1&categoryId=2576396&dualCurrId=137&catalogId=-840

[drslums]

How to install lion OS to this macbook? Im a PC guy. Thanks

[f2k031]

Lame Price... used 2 generations behind asking a hefty $500... wow, not for me.

[worldwave]

You guys aren't getting "The part numbers listed have insufficient inventory and therefore can not be in your shopping cart: TAPPNJM6Y"?

[Maschil]

Lame Price... used 2 generations behind asking a hefty $500... wow, not for me.

they have a high resale value... LOL this is 200 cheaper than what you can get it for after market.. ebay has them for 750... and amazon is even higher

http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B0013FJBX8/ref=sr_1_1_olp?ie=UTF8&qid=1318340396&sr=8-1&condition=used

How to install lion OS to this macbook? Im a PC guy. Thanks

there are a couple of ways,... you can burn the OS to a flash drive (that is bigger than 4gb), you can burn it to a dvd...... or you can burn it to a external hard drive...., and just install boot

http://www.macworld.com/article/161069/2011/07/make_a_bootable_lion_installer.html

[lolreconlol]

You guys aren't getting "The part numbers listed have insufficient inventory and therefore can not be in your shopping cart: TAPPNJM6Y"?

Looks like it's OOS now.

[idonthave1]

OOS, deal dead....

[Maschil]

1600 views in 30 minutes.... seems like there are some mac lovers on this forum.. LOL!

[senormoll]

shows OOS for me now

[dannynjoni]

Whoever just bought them all will make a couple hundred apiece on these. Can't blame 'em for grabbing what they could. Hope someone needing one snatched this deal! Good post OP repped!

[deshwasi]

this can run Windows, right?

[Shade00]

Darn, would've made a nice upgrade/gift for my wife's ancient Macbook Pro Core Duo 2ghz. :(

[wluk]

got 1...thanks

yes, it can run windows but once you have tried osx, you will never want to use windows again.

[dannynjoni]

1600 views in 30 minutes.... seems like there are some mac lovers on this forum.. LOL!

Anyone who wants to make a buck by searching SD's just scored. If you are familiar with the Mac world, you know these will make a nice profit. I don't know if it was that many Mac lovers who saw the thread though. Anyone notice how many could be ordered at a time?

[deshwasi]

got 1...thanks

yes, it can run windows but once you have tried osx, you will never want to use windows again.

thanks for the answer. yes i have tried OSX. can we leave the fanboy stuff out? oh wait... this is a Apple thread. go ahead and knock Mr. Gates out. i dont care as long as i get my machines. I hope IBM has atomic-real-time inventory...

[Maschil]

got 1...thanks

yes, it can run windows but once you have tried osx, you will never want to use windows again.

NOT True.. LOL i purchased my first mac in august.... and im still waiting for my brother to buy my used PC, although the pc lags more than it should (4gb ram B940 processor) in comparison to a mac counterpart... fullscreen, 1 hand right clicking, being used to using windows... have kept me using my windows pc... but someday ill have to make the full switch i assume...

Anyone who wants to make a buck by searching SD's just scored. If you are familiar with the Mac world, you know these will make a nice profit. I don't know if it was that many Mac lovers who saw the thread though. Anyone notice how many could be ordered at a time?

didnt think about that.... true. should have purchased more... oh well i was just so happy to just get 1...

[lolreconlol]

NOT True.. LOL i purchased my first mac in august.... and im still waiting for my brother to buy my used PC, although the pc lags more than it should (4gb ram B940 processor) in comparison to a mac counterpart... fullscreen, 1 hand right clicking, being used to using windows... have kept me using my windows pc... but someday ill have to make the full switch i assume...


Same, I had to use one while at my internship and it was frustrating trying to do simple tasks. :lol:

[tomjonesrocks]

I got a new i5 Macpro from Amazon two months ago by ~900$

This is preowned, no OS, P8600

Pass...

How and where?

[wluk]

I hackintached my PC with Windows 7 dual boot. OSX as default. :)

[Maschil]

Same, I had to use one while at my internship and it was frustrating trying to do simple tasks. :lol:

:bulb: we need a thumbs up smilie... between did you join during the touchpad fiasco as well?

EDIT: looks like you did. HAAAAAA

[deshwasi]

how much do these weigh?

[nalli]

Out of stock!

[lolreconlol]

:bulb: we need a thumbs up smilie... between did you join during the touchpad fiasco as well?

EDIT: looks like you did. HAAAAAA

Yup! I had to join in on the fun. :lmao:

[JiYLuv]

holy crap what a deal.. I remember back when these were 1599, especially with the dual graphics.. how would the dedicated graphics card in these computers compare with the new macbook air graphics cards?

[motorola]

In case they come back in stock...Can I run ubuntu on these?

[rawrrawrrawr]

if you already have a mac the app store allows you to install the Lion OS on any system of yours.... so no big deal here...


Any system that he controls; so as long as his girlfriend uses his Apple ID then it would work. Otherwise redownloading the Lion installer and mounting it to a DVD gets around that limitation.

[newrui]

Out of stock now :(

[LeftyLisa]

Out of stock!
I'd keep checking for a few minutes. I had one in my cart for a long time and finally decided to pull the trigger. Others may decide to let it go.

[Beatz]

Gone!!!

[myamex]

Availability: Out of stock**

[pacp_ec]

Guys if you need a mac try this one:


http://www.cowboom.com/product/676387

Is pre owned NOT REFURBISHED

[the1ash10]

Guys if you need a mac try this one:


http://www.cowboom.com/product/676387

Is pre owned NOT REFURBISHED
out of stock

[ubdental]

Darn!! OOS so fast. The thread was just posted 1 hr ago!

[pacp_ec]

http://www.cowboom.com/product/745096

[ex0dus]

Is OOS now, but those that ordered today will have it shipped today.

[FIF]

Great find. Rep'ed.

[ranilus]

How and where?

He's referring to the KSO coupon 20% off all amazon laptops, which takes 20% off MBPs and MBAs as well. I happened to have about another $100 of Amazon gift credit so got a brand new MBP13 for $800:D

[gan911]

dead...

[wluk]

need a good <$30 8gb memory deal

[lolreconlol]

http://www.cowboom.com/product/745096

Is that a good deal?

[Maschil]

He's referring to the KSO coupon 20% off all amazon laptops, which takes 20% off MBPs and MBAs as well. I happened to have about another $100 of Amazon gift credit so got a brand new MBP13 for $800:D

thats when i got mine as well....

[robinski_]

3 year old technology, still $800 on eBay

how?1?!? HOW?!?!!?!?

[Maschil]

need a good <$30 8gb memory deal

42 bucks...
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231294

all i can find for now...

[nachocheese]

Is OOS now, but those that ordered today will have it shipped today.

Did you call them after placing the order? They don't have any online order tracking right? You have to call or email...

[wluk]

3 year old technology, still $800 on eBay

how?1?!? HOW?!?!!?!?
ask Steve Jobs

[Scubasta77]

3 year old technology, still $800 on eBay

how?1?!? HOW?!?!!?!?


Mac users will pay anything....

[mW91]

OOS; deal dead

[robinski_]

ask Steve Jobs
Mac users will pay anything....

I might as well buy an apple pad, after all, I can sell it 3 years down the road for only a $100 loss maybe

Simply amazing, I tell ya'

[BarryT82]

http://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductList.aspx?Submit=ENE&N=100007635%20600006178&IsNodeId=1&name=204-Pin%20DDR3%20SO-DIMM

[Maschil]

Mac users will pay anything....

Edit: Wealthy Mac users will pay anything

[wluk]

[QUOTE=wluk;43726560]need a good
I suppose it will take faster memory like this one for $35ar.

http://slickdeals.net/forums/showthread.php?t=3405476

a few days back there is one from amazon for $27ar.

[Pablo Pedro]

Thanks OP. In for 2. another easy profit to make. Thanks to the fanboys.

[Maschil]

ok guys... 15 inch core 2 duo 8gb ram 2.4ghz or 13 inch i3 8gb of ram 2.3 Ghz.... im guessing the answer is clear but just for good measure...

[robinski_]

Thanks OP. In for 2. another easy profit to make. Thanks to the fanboys.

good luck with that, it's oos

[xtremediablo1]

I got a new i5 Macpro from Amazon two months ago by ~900$

This is preowned, no OS, P8600

Pass...

ya? show me the link. amazon i5 macbook pros have never dipped under $1000 unless you got one used.

[Maschil]

ya? show me the link. amazon i5 macbook pros have never dipped under $1000 unless you got one used.

it was with a 20 percent off coupon... your statement is correct........

[Maschil]

[QUOTE=Maschil;43726712]
I suppose it will take faster memory like this one for $35ar.

http://slickdeals.net/forums/showthread.php?t=3405476

a few days back there is one from amazon for $27ar.

i heard it might... try Mac Rumors forum....but the MIR is gone so its the same price for either... the old ram (1066) for core 2 duo and older or new ram (1333) for i3 and newer

[uknowsana]

Can we upgrade RAM ???

[yarnim]

Great deal on an Apple MacBook Pro 15" at IBM SPP. This is the unibody version. Says "refurbished," but in all reality these were probably used by IBM employees. Comes with a FREE 1 Year extended warranty from IBM. Price is great, but NO Operating System is installed.

Price: $519.20 + Tax (FREE SHIPPING)



yeah in other words, "refurbished".

nice double description

[uknowsana]

Oos :(

[shnitz]

Edit: Wealthy Mac users will pay anything
ask Steve Jobs

I don't think that's fair. This is still a decently-specced machine for the price. Bluetooth, webcam, LED 1440x900 display, firewire. You may be able to find similar specs for the price, but I don't think you're overpaying at $600-$700. A laptop is more than just its processor speed.

[Neo42]

Oos :(

+1 :mad:

[uknowsana]

+1 :mad:

They perhaps had a few of them. I was thinking about the RAM upgrade options though. If the technology is DDR2 then the max can be 4GB not 8GB. Those who ordered in hopes of huge RAM upgrade should check this[DDR2 or DDR3].

Still mad for being a little too late again for a stellar deal :mad::mad::mad::mad::mad::mad::mad:

[z9z91]

Availability: Out of stock**

[porkrinds]

I don't think that's fair. This is still a decently-specced machine for the price. Bluetooth, webcam, LED 1440x900 display, firewire. You may be able to find similar specs for the price, but I don't think you're overpaying at $600-$700. A laptop is more than just its processor speed.

And it's probably an IPS display too, adds more to the cost.

[wluk]

I don't think that's fair. This is still a decently-specced machine for the price. Bluetooth, webcam, LED 1440x900 display, firewire. You may be able to find similar specs for the price, but I don't think you're overpaying at $600-$700. A laptop is more than just its processor speed.
very true, the display and the touchpad alone worth the money

[wluk]

it takes ddr3..PC3-8500 204 PIN SODIMM to be exact

[QUOTE=wluk;43726786]

i heard it might... try Mac Rumors forum....but the MIR is gone so its the same price for either... the old ram (1066) for core 2 duo and older or new ram (1333) for i3 and newer
The rebate is still available.

[viperdk]

Awesome deal. I'm sad I missed it.

[Clutchm3]

Awesome deal. I'm sad I missed it.
X2:mad:

[BarryT82]

Can we upgrade RAM ???
Yes, you just remove the screws along the bottom and take the cover off. It's easy.

[haydentech]

3 year old technology, still $800 on eBay

how?1?!? HOW?!?!!?!?

A slickdeal master does not ask such questions. A slickdeal master has already bought 5 and is on the way to making a quick $1000.

That said, I sold a machine identical to this for $975 just a couple months ago. So I should be thrilled right? Nope, that was the best laptop I've ever owned. I wish I hadn't sold it, and I'm currently looking for another good MBP deal to replace it. I can't believe I was too late for this deal. Once you've used a MBP, every other laptop seems like a heap of cheap plastic with rock-bottom quality. Even if you're running Windows, if you need a serious laptop, MBP is the only way to go. It's worth every penny.

[haydentech]

It's funny that the offered PC laptops are ridiculously overpriced, while the Mac laptop is an absolute steal. How often do you see that?

[turningpoint84]

why is the website almost impossible to see? font is like a size 4.

[buyyoudrink]

A slickdeal master does not ask such questions. A slickdeal master has already bought 5 and is on the way to making a quick $1000.

That said, I sold a machine identical to this for $975 just a couple months ago. So I should be thrilled right? Nope, that was the best laptop I've ever owned. I wish I hadn't sold it, and I'm currently looking for another good MBP deal to replace it. I can't believe I was too late for this deal. Once you've used a MBP, every other laptop seems like a heap of cheap plastic with rock-bottom quality. Even if you're running Windows, if you need a serious laptop, MBP is the only way to go. It's worth every penny.
Mbp run windows the fan go loud. ?.....

[Martian421]

X2:mad:

X3 :eek:

[lolreconlol]

X3 :eek:

X4 :vomit:

[uknowsana]

The iMac deal is still live. It's in the desktop portion on the IBM deals

[autotuneuser]

I don't think that's fair. This is still a decently-specced machine for the price. Bluetooth, webcam, LED 1440x900 display, firewire. You may be able to find similar specs for the price, but I don't think you're overpaying at $600-$700. A laptop is more than just its processor speed.
Bluetooth - You can get a bluetooth dongle for like $2..how is this a selling point?
Webcam - You can get a decent webcam for $20..how is this a selling point?
LED 1440x900 - This isn't exactly a revolutionary feature
Firewire - Would be cool if anything besides camcorders used firewire.

[575rider]

The iMac deal is still live. It's in the desktop portion on the IBM deals

That thing is ancient. Not a deal.

[haydentech]

LED 1440x900 - This isn't exactly a revolutionary feature


I cordially invite you to find another laptop selling today that uses a 16:10 screen ratio. Everything is 16:9 these days. It's sad that it's revolutionary, but it is.

[NYRangers30]

Mbp run windows the fan go loud. ?.....

I have this model and the fan is normal with Win7 running.

[575rider]

Bluetooth - You can get a bluetooth dongle for like $2..how is this a selling point?
Webcam - You can get a decent webcam for $20..how is this a selling point?
LED 1440x900 - This isn't exactly a revolutionary feature
Firewire - Would be cool if anything besides camcorders used firewire.

Fail.

[NYRangers30]

The iMac deal is still live. It's in the desktop portion on the IBM deals

Manufactured in 2006. 5 years is End of Life if you ask me unless you're just looking to do basic tasks.

[wluk]

The iMac deal is still live. It's in the desktop portion on the IBM deals
the iMac isn't as hot IMO

[uknowsana]

Manufactured in 2006. 5 years is End of Life if you ask me unless you're just looking to do basic tasks.

May be. The model is still compatible with OS X Lion

x4 :vomit:

x5 :)

[575rider]

May be. The model is still compatible with OS X Lion

Still, the price is high for that ancient 20" model.

[wluk]

Still, the price is high for that ancient 20" model.
exactly

[NYRangers30]

Well I missed the MBP, but this offer ID may come in good use eventually.

[freddiculous]

good price to bad its oos.

[concordmedical]

how do these $200ish refurb laptops compare with the $250 laptop sale at bestbuy?

[shnitz]

Bluetooth - You can get a bluetooth dongle for like $2..how is this a selling point?
Webcam - You can get a decent webcam for $20..how is this a selling point?
LED 1440x900 - This isn't exactly a revolutionary feature
Firewire - Would be cool if anything besides camcorders used firewire.

And if you're using a laptop as a portable computer, maybe you don't want some monoprice dongles and cables hanging all over your computer, like when you're at a cafe or at in the meeting room? A 1440x900 LED display is not a revolutionary feature, but it's definitely a welcome one. Good colors, good resolution (you can have your XGA resolutions, I want better). The LED makes the battery life on these computers amazing, definitely much much much better than my better-specced Toshiba. I find myself reaching for my girlfriend's laptop over mine more and more often.

At least give credit where credit is due. You're so quick to bash Apple products because they're Apple products; you're just as bad as the blind fanboys.

[stailcookie]

3-yr old mac for $520 + 1-2 OS upgrades, it has a market but I am not it.

[Maschil]

And if you're using a laptop as a portable computer, maybe you don't want some monoprice dongles and cables hanging all over your computer, like when you're at a cafe or at in the meeting room? A 1440x900 LED display is not a revolutionary feature, but it's definitely a welcome one. Good colors, good resolution (you can have your XGA resolutions, I want better). The LED makes the battery life on these computers amazing, definitely much much much better than my better-specced Toshiba. I find myself reaching for my girlfriend's laptop over mine more and more often.

At least give credit where credit is due. You're so quick to bash Apple products because they're Apple products; you're just as bad as the blind fanboys.


uh oh....

[coolbear007]

OOS? :( Man I wish I woke up earlier

[arm&hammer]

[QUOTE=ex0dus;43724974]Great deal on an Apple MacBook Pro 15" at IBM SPP. This is the unibody version. Says "refurbished," but in all reality these were probably used by IBM employees. Comes with a FREE 1 Year extended warranty from IBM. Price is great, but NO Operating System is installed. /QUOTE]

Did anyone notice the joke the OP made about IBM employees using Apple MacBooks. Why wouldn't IBM employees use their own products IBM/Lenovo computers?:lol:
Don't get me wrong in my family we have 4 PC/laptops and 2 Macbooks. In reality the Apple products are much easier to use.

[canonikon]

what's the difference between this one and the one I bought for $1600?

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0017HSZWK

I mean...I can always buy an operating system on ebay right? and still save a lot of money

[xchangz]

[QUOTE=ex0dus;43724974]Great deal on an Apple MacBook Pro 15" at IBM SPP. This is the unibody version. Says "refurbished," but in all reality these were probably used by IBM employees. Comes with a FREE 1 Year extended warranty from IBM. Price is great, but NO Operating System is installed. /QUOTE]

Did anyone notice the joke the OP made about IBM employees using Apple MacBooks. Why wouldn't IBM employees use their own products IBM/Lenovo computers?:lol:
Don't get me wrong in my family we have 4 PC/laptops and 2 Macbooks. In reality the Apple products are much easier to use.

They definitely don't use mac .. They all use ubuntu...

[dealninja]

X4 :vomit:
X5 X4s

[zara001]

this is really a good deal. THX

[DealGypsy]

Were these the ones having all the issues?

[SlickEnW]

what's the difference between this one and the one I bought for $1600?

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0017HSZWK

I mean...I can always buy an operating system on ebay right? and still save a lot of money

really lol wow ok well umm if its the model you listed well thats an Core i7 quad which beats these snot out of a core 2 duo, thunderbolt port etc.

[persian_mafia]

Wow very good deal. Too bad I missed it though. Thanks for sharing OP!

[wluk]

the only question is, if those were used by ibm employees, those probably would have been abused for 3 years so the condition of the laptop is questionable. unlike the refurbished ones from apple.

[Maschil]

really lol wow ok well umm if its the model you listed well thats an Core i7 quad which beats these snot out of a core 2 duo, thunderbolt port etc.

sad but true... i have the 2.3ghz i5 and it does the same to core 2 duo.... so i wont even get into quad core... LOL..

For anyone who is trying to upgrade the ram, hard drive, or install an Operating system with this here are some links

While your add it might as well get a wireless mouse ($13)
http://www.staples.com/Logitech-M305-Wireless-Mouse-(Black)/product_865796

Pick up some ram from new egg ($42)
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231294

How to install lion via dvd/usb
http://www.macworld.com/article/161069/2011/07/make_a_bootable_lion_installer.html

[shnitz]

what's the difference between this one and the one I bought for $1600?

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0017HSZWK

I mean...I can always buy an operating system on ebay right? and still save a lot of money

Are you bragging? That computer for $1,600 is absolutely solid, considering what you get. Besides being new, with warranty, it is awesomely-specced.

[compguy]

what's the difference between this one and the one I bought for $1600?

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0017HSZWK (http://slickdeals.net/?&u2=http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0017HSZWK)

I mean...I can always buy an operating system on ebay right? and still save a lot of money


But you can't. The best you could do is run OSX86 and even then, hackintoshes are a nightmare to upgrade assuming all your devices are properly detected and everything works (which is unlikely everything to be 100% working in the first place).

[shnitz]

But you can't. The best you could do is run OSX86 and even then, hackintoshes are a nightmare to upgrade assuming all your devices are properly detected and everything works (which is unlikely everything to be 100% working in the first place).

Click on the link buddy. Your post is pointless.

[canonikon]

Are you bragging? That computer for $1,600 is absolutely solid, considering what you get. Besides being new, with warranty, it is awesomely-specced.

Oh alright...just hope i didn't get ripped off.

[autotuneuser]

And if you're using a laptop as a portable computer, maybe you don't want some monoprice dongles and cables hanging all over your computer, like when you're at a cafe or at in the meeting room? A 1440x900 LED display is not a revolutionary feature, but it's definitely a welcome one. Good colors, good resolution (you can have your XGA resolutions, I want better). The LED makes the battery life on these computers amazing, definitely much much much better than my better-specced Toshiba. I find myself reaching for my girlfriend's laptop over mine more and more often.

At least give credit where credit is due. You're so quick to bash Apple products because they're Apple products; you're just as bad as the blind fanboys.
lol, I'm hardly an Apple basher. All I'm saying is if you're going to justify paying a premium for something, you have to come harder than "it has bluetooth!". Battery life is justifiable, so is LED if that's important to you, but a webcam and bluetooth? And unless you're a video editor or frequently make use of external hard drives, firewire? Those are lame excuses to pick up an Apple.

[compguy]

Click on the link buddy. Your post is pointless.


Ah, must've misread. Thought he was saying that he bought a pc for the price of that macpro and hence trolling. Usually that assumption would be correct. :shake:

[Maschil]

lol, I'm hardly an Apple basher. All I'm saying is if you're going to justify paying a premium for something, you have to come harder than "it has bluetooth!". Battery life is justifiable, so is LED if that's important to you, but a webcam and bluetooth? And unless you're a video editor or frequently make use of external hard drives, firewire? Those are lame excuses to pick up an Apple.
:lmao:

[miky702]

I got a email order confirmation but it shows N/A for the order number and date. You guys have that too?

[skizo]

So, I understand that the site is out-of-stock but I called in to see if there was anything else and was offered the same exact model with 4GB of RAM (rather than 3GB) for $569.20 versus $519.20. So, I ordered one since they have a full-refund return policy for 7 days.

They have one left.

Grand total for CA was $627.

Thoughts?

[cdudeman]

I got a email order confirmation but it shows N/A for the order number and date. You guys have that too?

I got an email confirmation too, and it had an attachment pdf that had the invoice number on it.

[misterv1]

So, I understand that the site is out-of-stock but I called in to see if there was anything else and was offered the same exact model with 4GB of RAM (rather than 3GB) for $569.20 versus $519.20. So, I ordered one since they have a full-refund return policy for 7 days.

They have one left.

Grand total for CA was $627.

Thoughts?


I got one of those too. Charged me 579 tho.

[miky702]

I got this in the confirmation email:

ibm.com Order Confirmation Number: CN055*****
Order date: 10/11/2011 8:30:18 AM GMT
Company/Organization Name: N/A
Your payment method: VISA Credit Card
Purchase Order number: N/A
Purchase Order date: N/A
IBM Partner ID (Loc ID): N/A

and without pdf file attachment...

[pakiboy123]

I got one of those too. Charged me 579 tho.
I tried calling but got the VM. Hopefully they still have some. Do you know if they had anymore

[Maschil]

they called me on the original deal to confirm everything...wil be here in 4 to 7 days WOOP!

[buyyoudrink]

So, I understand that the site is out-of-stock but I called in to see if there was anything else and was offered the same exact model with 4GB of RAM (rather than 3GB) for $569.20 versus $519.20. So, I ordered one since they have a full-refund return policy for 7 days.

They have one left.

Grand total for CA was $627.

Thoughts?
what number tou use please help me here i will give u positive feedback

[skizo]

what number tou use please help me here i will give u positive feedback

I used 1 888 SHOP IBM (7467 426), Option 2, then 1.

Good luck!

[electricme]

does this happen periodically? Anyone familiar with this site?

[cdudeman]

Mine shipped! Does anyone else have 2 UPS tracking numbers though? I have one package which is 10 lbs, and another that is 2 lbs. I only ordered the macbook.
hmmmm

[deshwasi]

what time did you receive your order confirmation email? these jokers wont answer the phone and cant check order status online.

[misterv1]

Mine shipped! Does anyone else have 2 UPS tracking numbers though? I have one package which is 10 lbs, and another that is 2 lbs. I only ordered the macbook.
hmmmm

One is the macbook, the other is the 1yr warranty :)

[cdudeman]

One is the macbook, the other is the 1yr warranty :)


A 2lb warranty? Strange, but oh well. Thanks!

[nachocheese]

Same. Mine shipped as well. 2 packages.

Anyone see that it says "exception, Shipper tendered the shipment to UPS after the latest pickup time" message for tracking?

Guess we will get these 1 day later. Shipped from NC.

[nachocheese]

Btw, these macbooks are the original unibody 2008 ones with the removable battery(only 300 cycles for 80% charge vs 1000 cycles for non-removables ones). Also, these batteries had the bulging problem.

If yours has a bulge, take it to the apple store and they will give you a new one even if it is out of warranty. They do it on a case-by-case basis so pull out the charm.

[kmsimpson]

NOT True.. LOL i purchased my first mac in august.... and im still waiting for my brother to buy my used PC, although the pc lags more than it should (4gb ram B940 processor) in comparison to a mac counterpart... fullscreen, 1 hand right clicking, being used to using windows... have kept me using my windows pc... but someday ill have to make the full switch i assume...

Why aren't you able to right click with one hand? I have a MBP and have always been able to right click with one hand, and that's on the trackpad. I also keep a wireless mouse for my Hubby (he hates anything but a mouse), and that right clicks just like a PC.

[kmsimpson]

3 year old technology, still $800 on eBay

how?1?!? HOW?!?!!?!?
Apple has a fantastic resale value because it stays viable much longer than a PC. My kids are on a 4yo & 5yo MacBook, and both work as well as most brand new PCs.

Before my MBP, I averaged a Windows based laptop every 2 years because I would kill them. I've had the MBP over 3 years so far and it's still going strong. Add to that, Apple's excellent customer service, and the systems have actually been less expensive than my Windows based units.

A 3-4yo Apple is still very viable. A 3-4yo Windows based unit is a doorstop.

[Maschil]

Why aren't you able to right click with one hand? I have a MBP and have always been able to right click with one hand, and that's on the trackpad. I also keep a wireless mouse for my Hubby (he hates anything but a mouse), and that right clicks just like a PC.
Haven't been able to I'll try again what year is your mac

[cdudeman]

Haven't been able to I'll try again what year is your mac

You have to set the system preferences to allow the trackpad to have the right click functionality. Otherwise you will have to alt click. Should be under system preferences and then trackpad.

[robinski_]

Apple has a fantastic resale value because it stays viable much longer than a PC. My kids are on a 4yo & 5yo MacBook, and both work as well as most brand new PCs.

Before my MBP, I averaged a Windows based laptop every 2 years because I would kill them. I've had the MBP over 3 years so far and it's still going strong. Add to that, Apple's excellent customer service, and the systems have actually been less expensive than my Windows based units.

A 3-4yo Apple is still very viable. A 3-4yo Windows based unit is a doorstop.

I've never even owned a single apple product but as far as the macbook pro laptops go, they retain their value extremely good

+ bring you a better user experience along the way

as long as you don't ruin it completely, but I saw a really beat up MPB laptop with the entire bottom half cover missing and it was still going for only $50 less than a regular used one

maybe the initial investment scares some people off

[deshwasi]

anyone have a phone number where you can find out order status? its unbelievable how retarded their phone system is. I am calling the number from email and get to a person in the certified/pre-owned dept and all they do is provide me with a phone number that simply ends in a British accented message saying "their is no mailbox blah blah blah". cant imgaine this is IBM we are dealing with.

[nachocheese]

1 (866) 861-5448

I called there yesterday and wad told order will be shipped the same day.

It was shipped later that evening. It is IBM but I guess the used department is not as large.

[deshwasi]

1 (866) 861-5448

I called there yesterday and wad told order will be shipped the same day.

It was shipped later that evening. It is IBM but I guess the used department is not as large.

thanks. thats exactly the number i am dialing. tried 4 times and always ends up at a "beeping" sound followed by the "no mailbox" message. i was told "option 4". is that what you select after dialing that number?

[kmsimpson]

I've never even owned a single apple product but as far as the macbook pro laptops go, they retain their value extremely good

+ bring you a better user experience along the way

as long as you don't ruin it completely, but I saw a really beat up MPB laptop with the entire bottom half cover missing and it was still going for only $50 less than a regular used one

maybe the initial investment scares some people off
I think you're right about the initial investment, and also they are conditioned by Windows units to expect a short lifespan. They don't realize how much longer the life is for an Apple computer than for a Windows unit. Quite frequently, when Apple users upgrade, it is because they want the latest toy, not because they have to upgrade because their system is no longer working well, as is normally the case with Windows systems.

BUT Windows made sure I had a nice salary for a long time <grin>.

[nachocheese]

thanks. thats exactly the number i am dialing. tried 4 times and always ends up at a "beeping" sound followed by the "no mailbox" message. i was told "option 4". is that what you select after dialing that number?

I got same beeping sound for option 4. So I clicked a random one and just said to an agent that I wanted to check order status.

[wluk]

I used 1 888 SHOP IBM (7467 426), Option 2, then 1.

Good luck!
I called this number and got transferred 3 times before someone can check the status for me. They told me someone else has to call me back as they may not have the item in stock.

[wluk]

a lady just called me back and telling me my order got canceled. :(

[deshwasi]

a lady just called me back and telling me my order got canceled. :(

what was the reason for yours? mine was "stuck" in the system and they only found out after i called a day later, by then oos ofcourse.

[wluk]

I am not sure my order was stuck or not. The email I got with the confirmation number, it shows the order number as NA. When I called this morning, the service rep knew that I would be calling because she said she was told that to inform me someone would contact me shortly.
I think I was the very last few orders that made it before it became OOS.
Well, I was excited for the past 2 days for nothing.

[skizo]

EDIT: I guess they corrected the other package; both are now set for delivery this Wednesday.

My order shipped yesterday; I also received two tracking numbers: one (I presume the MBP) is set for Wednesday and the other for Thursday.

[pzztgotbagz]

Once someone recieves their can they confirm if it does or doesnt have an OS and what exactly is contained in both boxes. I ordered one today over the phone and im curious if i will recieve the same stuff as someone who ordered over the phone.

[LeftyLisa]

My order isn't coming. I just got off the phone with IBM. I received a confirmation order and nothing else. I hope some actually get this.

[deshwasi]

My order isn't coming. I just got off the phone with IBM. I received a confirmation order and nothing else. I hope some actually get this.

yup. just like you i had it in my cart early but didnt checkout until a bit later. got shafted by their "system".

[MCeatalot]

2007 build Macbook Pro in good working condition practically new for $37.50. Thank you, Goodwill!

[nachocheese]

Has anyone received their yet? Mine is schedule to be delivered tomorrow.

Want to to know if its really NO OS.

Looks like they had enough stock to fulfill only the first bunch of orders. Pretty lucky to get this. Thanks a bunch OP.

[miky702]

When did you guys order? I was able to order at around 8:30am and now they told me it's out of stock...wtf

[deshwasi]

Has anyone received their yet? Mine is schedule to be delivered tomorrow.

Want to to know if its really NO OS.

Looks like they had enough stock to fulfill only the first bunch of orders. Pretty lucky to get this. Thanks a bunch OP.

where is it shipping from?
edit: i see you had mentioned NC earlier.

[misterv1]

Got mine..

Installed OSX Lion....

When i removed the DVD the top half of the felt covering the dvd drive came out with the DVD. Not ripped off completely, but the top half is hanging out now. :mad:

[deshwasi]

so it really didnt have any OS on it? whats the general condition of laptop?

[misterv1]

so it really didnt have any OS on it? whats the general condition of laptop?

No OS installed.

Few knicks here and there, but very good condition.

[deshwasi]

is the warranty from Apple or IBM? could you check the serial # at Apple for warranty status?

edit: just re-read the OP and it is from IBM. i am still curious what the warranty status shows up at Apple.com

[misterv1]

is the warranty from Apple or IBM? could you check the serial # at Apple for warranty status?

edit: just re-read the OP and it is from IBM. i am still curious what the warranty status shows up at Apple.com

Anyone know how the IBM warranty works, do they give me a new macbook if they can't fix something?

[deshwasi]

interesting question. since they dont have these in stock (atm) and who knows if/when they might get more. maybe they have super-fixers.. did you check your warranty at Apple? i doubt that will show anything but worth a check..
the warranty is replace-or-refund. so if the dvd drive breaks in the 11th month, you can get your money back.

[nachocheese]

i wonder if these have apple care by any chance? can someone check their serial on apple.com?

i should get mine by the "end of day" according to UPS.

also how are the batteries? the removable batteries used in this version had the infamous "bulging" effect after a few years.

[pzztgotbagz]

FYI.... Just got off the phone with IBM they are completely sold out of all 3 configurations that were avaliable. But upon talking to the rep he informed that they have approx 150 UNITS that are currently in the phase of being refurbished. So id say just keep calling and checking. I purchased a machine yesterday which had 4gb of ram and 320gb HD but the price was $599.20+tax. Best bet is to call and if they say they have it in stock place the order over the phone right then.

[wluk]

FYI.... Just got off the phone with IBM they are completely sold out of all 3 configurations that were avaliable. But upon talking to the rep he informed that they have approx 150 UNITS that are currently in the phase of being refurbished. So id say just keep calling and checking. I purchased a machine yesterday which had 4gb of ram and 320gb HD but the price was $599.20+tax. Best bet is to call and if they say they have it in stock place the order over the phone right then.
which number did you call? Thanks.

[pzztgotbagz]

which number did you call? Thanks.

1-888-SHOP-IBM option 2 then 1 you may have to call a couple of times since im sure there phones are slammed.

[wluk]

150 units of macbook? or laptops in general? Thanks

[pzztgotbagz]

150 units of macbook? or laptops in general? Thanks

Macbook. He didnt say which model but the NC facility is where they refurb the Macbooks.

[wluk]

cool...thanks!!

[dnguyen415]

Got mine..

Installed OSX Lion....

When i removed the DVD the top half of the felt covering the dvd drive came out with the DVD. Not ripped off completely, but the top half is hanging out now. :mad:


How is Lion running on your MBP? People are saying it might not be as efficient as Snow Leopard on older models.

[misterv1]

How is Lion running on your MBP? People are saying it might not be as efficient as Snow Leopard on older models.

Run's smooth but screen flickers sometimes. Not sure what the problem is.

[nachocheese]

I got mine. Installed OS just now.

Condition is very good. Some scratches on the bottom plate, but that is expected for a used laptop.

My battery was brand new, has only 10 or so cycles on it. 100% health.

Hard drive is 7200 rpm so its a bit noisy. Mine still has Apple Care until the end of this month(3yrs from 2008 I guess), so I'm going to my local apple store and get everything checked out. Fans, logic board, etc.

I ordered the 3GB version, but mine came with 4GB(1 Dimm). Going to buy another 4GB dimm.

Even though its a core 2 duo, its still super fast. I see no speed difference between this and my core i5 13" MBP. Mite be due to the 7200 rpm drive.

Also, warranty is 1yr from IBM. Its either repair or refund according to the document.

If they get more stock, don't hesitate to buy it. Sure $500 is a bit much for an almost 3yr old laptop, but the specs are decent. Especially the dual video cards. If anything, you can sell it in 2 years and still get $350-$400 back.

Awesome deal. Thanks OP!

[deshwasi]

thanks for the nice update. how did you check the battery cycles? i would like to do that too when i receive mine. also, can a SSD be put in this? i am guessing not given its Apple but if there is a way i might try.

[coldworld]

thanks for the nice update. how did you check the battery cycles? i would like to do that too when i receive mine. also, can a SSD be put in this? i am guessing not given its Apple but if there is a way i might try.



Easy.

Click Apple.

>>About this mac

>>More Info...

>>Power

It should give you cycle count.


I heard if it's under 300 and your battery does not hold charge, apple will replace is for free.

When I found out about it, mine was at 303 cycles and could not get it but I don't mind having it plugged in and it holds descent amount of charge..

[nachocheese]

You can also use a program called iStatPro. Its free and it gives u the battery information and all the heat/temp information from the sensors. Also shows how fast each of the fans are spinning.

Best part is, you can put it as a widget on the dashboard.

http://www.islayer.com/apps/istatpro/

Check you warranty to see if yours still has apple care. If it does, get everything checked at the apple store(logic board, fans, HD, battery). I'm going there today to get my noisy hard drive replace and possibly one of the fans. https://selfsolve.apple.com/agreementWarrantyDynamic.do

As for SSD, its pretty easy. Just pop off the battery cover, remove 2 of the HD screws and slide in the SSD. Wait till black friday. We should see 128 GB SSD for $120-$130.

[deshwasi]

thanks coldworld & nachocheese. great info. you guys think its worth switching to SSD? i actually have SSDs lying around and if it helps with battery life & speed, i will switch. whats the battery life on these things?

[iheartangels]

Do these come with chargers?

Also, I was able to order a similar configuration through calling in (2.5ghz, 2GB); however, upon looking up the model number online (sales rep couldn't provide), I believe it is the older non-unibody version.

Looks like I will be making use of the 7-day return policy :(

[nachocheese]

thanks coldworld & nachocheese. great info. you guys think its worth switching to SSD? i actually have SSDs lying around and if it helps with battery life & speed, i will switch. whats the battery life on these things?

definitely worth it to get SSD. atleast 2X performance increase,save battery life and reduce noise. the only con for SSD is the size/cost ratio.

im definitely going to pick up an SSD on black friday. hopefully the 128gb drive will be $120ish range.

yes it comes with a power adaptor.

[bcrrizo]

When did you make the order? I've called several times this week and they keep saying they're out of stock of any MBP.

Do these come with chargers?

Also, I was able to order a similar configuration through calling in (2.5ghz, 2GB); however, upon looking up the model number online (sales rep couldn't provide), I believe it is the older non-unibody version.

Looks like I will be making use of the 7-day return policy :(

[iheartangels]

When did you make the order? I've called several times this week and they keep saying they're out of stock of any MBP.

Placed original order on Tuesday, but did not receive any shipping notice after confirmation email. Called them up on Thursday, and was offered a lesser-spec'd model. Did not realize until after placing the order that it may be a non-unibody version. Too bad...

[wluk]

They didn't even offer me a lesser model. They just canceled my order. :(

[misterv1]

I got mine. Installed OS just now.

Condition is very good. Some scratches on the bottom plate, but that is expected for a used laptop.

My battery was brand new, has only 10 or so cycles on it. 100% health.

Hard drive is 7200 rpm so its a bit noisy. Mine still has Apple Care until the end of this month(3yrs from 2008 I guess), so I'm going to my local apple store and get everything checked out. Fans, logic board, etc.

I ordered the 3GB version, but mine came with 4GB(1 Dimm). Going to buy another 4GB dimm.

Even though its a core 2 duo, its still super fast. I see no speed difference between this and my core i5 13" MBP. Mite be due to the 7200 rpm drive.

Also, warranty is 1yr from IBM. Its either repair or refund according to the document.

If they get more stock, don't hesitate to buy it. Sure $500 is a bit much for an almost 3yr old laptop, but the specs are decent. Especially the dual video cards. If anything, you can sell it in 2 years and still get $350-$400 back.

Awesome deal. Thanks OP!

You were lucky.

I paid $70 extra for the 4GB configuration. Had a 5200rpm drive and the battery had 565 cycles on it.

[dnguyen415]

You were lucky.

I paid $70 extra for the 4GB configuration. Had a 5200rpm drive and the battery had 565 cycles on it.


So it seems we have one ideal purchase, and one just so-so. Hopefully more can chime in as they come. I'll be getting mine Tuesday, (delivered all the way to Cali) and I paid for the 4gb.

[pzztgotbagz]

Mine will be here Wednesday I paid for the 4gb configuration with the 320gb hard drive for 599.20 so hopefully I get a decent machine or I'll just return it.

[pzztgotbagz]

FYI... just got off the phone with IBM if the unit has shipped they can give you the serial number over the phone got mine and just checked online and my applecare is good until Estimated Expiration Date: December 18, 2011

[pzztgotbagz]

Question ive never owned a Macbook before with applecare already on it. Do we transfer the warranty or do we just walk into the store and say can you look at my macbook it has applecare on it? Whats the best method since we wont have the original sales receipt.

[nachocheese]

Yes. They just look at the serial number. They have never asked me for a receipt(macbook, iphone, ipod).

[Maschil]

Mine will be here Wednesday I paid for the 4gb configuration with the 320gb hard drive for 599.20 so hopefully I get a decent machine or I'll just return it.

if its not decent we can talk ill pay ya over paypal......

[bcrrizo]

anyone able to call/order today?

[Maschil]

anyone able to call/order today?

nah i called at 12 pm eastern and they had no macbook pro's

[cdudeman]

Got my macbook pro yesterday. Ordered the 3gb version but came with 4gb. Battery cycle count only shows 20! Very little signs of use except on the bottom of the unit. Overall, I am very impressed with my unit. It did however, have a designed for Windows XP sticker near the keyboard. :)

[nachocheese]

Got my macbook pro yesterday. Ordered the 3gb version but came with 4gb. Battery cycle count only shows 20! Very little signs of use except on the bottom of the unit. Overall, I am very impressed with my unit. It did however, have a designed for Windows XP sticker near the keyboard. :)

Cool. Thats the same as mine. I had the sticker too :). Does your left fan make a slight rattle nose when you pick up the laptop or tilt it? Its nothing major, but I hope its not a sign of the fan nearing the end of its life.

Either way, if you have Apple Care left, I think its a good idea to get the fans replaced. Perhaps the thermal grease as well.

[cdudeman]

I haven't noticed any fan noise yet. I will probably take it into apple and tell them to diagnose any issues while I still can.

Cool. Thats the same as mine. I had the sticker too :). Does your left fan make a slight rattle nose when you pick up the laptop or tilt it? Its nothing major, but I hope its not a sign of the fan nearing the end of its life.

Either way, if you have Apple Care left, I think its a good idea to get the fans replaced. Perhaps the thermal grease as well.

[bcrrizo]

I called today to see if they have any in stock. CSR said they plan on having another sale in mid-November, about a month from now.

[Maschil]

I called today to see if they have any in stock. CSR said they plan on having another sale in mid-November, about a month from now.


LOL thankss man... got to save my monies until then... please don't post any more deals on laptops... .THX...... LOL:lmao:

[dnguyen415]

Guys, I got my MBP in the mail today,
however when I hold down C with a (bootleg) Snow Leopard disc, nothing happens. I tried it with option, and I got blank screen.

Any ideas?

[deshwasi]

i had the same issue. i thought the drive was messed up but it loads up some other retail discs fine. i managed to get a usb boot drive setup using my dell mini hackintosh.

did anyone take this to Apple store yet? i see what ibm did here. all these are have about 1-2 months left on Apple care. they passed on their future headache to us :) i got one that had a very dark screen. did a PRAM reset to take care of that but the wifi is broken as well (wont locate any wifi networks, probably doesnt even turn wifi on). battery has 800+ cycles. i am thinking of taking it to Apple store before returning to ibm for warranty/refund. if anyone got one loked at under Applecare pls let me know how it went...

[Maschil]

i had the same issue. i thought the drive was messed up but it loads up some other retail discs fine. i managed to get a usb boot drive setup using my dell mini hackintosh.

did anyone take this to Apple store yet? i see what ibm did here. all these are have about 1-2 months left on Apple care. they passed on their future headache to us :) i got one that had a very dark screen. did a PRAM reset to take care of that but the wifi is broken as well (wont locate any wifi networks, probably doesnt even turn wifi on). battery has 800+ cycles. i am thinking of taking it to Apple store before returning to ibm for warranty/refund. if anyone got one loked at under Applecare pls let me know how it went...

Or for those who buy them from us...

Im trying to install lion on mine..... gotta test it out today and then put it on fleabay!

[engkijo]

I got lucky and bought the last one they had. $599 for the 4gb ram+320HD. Comes out $613 after taxes (KY)
They will only offer the 90 day warranty initially but you should ask for the 1 year, still free. They were also offering a 2gb thumb drive for $1.xx.
4-7 Business day shipping via ups ground and you can return it within 7 days.

For the ones who already got their mbp's, what problems did you encounter? should i install snow leopard or lion? what other good mac apps do i need to install(iLife, Word, Etc)? And whats a good hard case? Can i buy additional warranty from apple or other?

and last, can anyone post pics of the mbp's they recieved? black keyboard? thanks!

[Maschil]

I got lucky and bought the last one they had. $599 for the 4gb ram+320HD. Comes out $613 after taxes (KY)
They will only offer the 90 day warranty initially but you should ask for the 1 year, still free. They were also offering a 2gb thumb drive for $1.xx.
4-7 Business day shipping via ups ground and you can return it within 7 days.

For the ones who already got their mbp's, what problems did you encounter? should i install snow leopard or lion? what other good mac apps do i need to install(iLife, Word, Etc)? And whats a good hard case? Can i buy additional warranty from apple or other?

and last, can anyone post pics of the mbp's they recieved? black keyboard? thanks!

got pics coming..... you still online?

[engkijo]

got pics coming..... you still online?

hey, yup. share plox :) i just received the email that the mbp shipped...why are there 2 tracking numbers?

[Maschil]

hey, yup. share plox :) i just received the email that the mbp shipped...why are there 2 tracking numbers?
FINALLy got this 1 screw back on ... nearly stripped it! Mercy pics coming soon!!!!!!!

[engkijo]

FINALLy got this 1 screw back on ... nearly stripped it! Mercy pics coming soon!!!!!!!

lol congrats, will wait for the pics :) why did you open it?

[Maschil]

lol congrats, will wait for the pics :) why did you open it?

HAHA to see what was inside... LOL nah... i have a 2011 13 inch mbp and its my first mac so i wanted to see the difference between the removal battery ones, the 15 inch macbook pro, and I'm going to upgrade the ram and hard drive......

Pics coming in 15 minutes!!!!!!

[Maschil]

1st of all let me say the 15 inch macbook pro is beautiful. I want to keep it!!!! First things i noticed is that it was packaged somewhat nicely as seen from the first picture, I'm guessing that because ups takes care of packages there was no need for other protection.

1. The keyboard/trackpad area is flawless, as well as the back of the computer.

2. The inside of the macbook was in good condition, although i noticed some dust on the fans (as would be expected), so you may want to get some pressured air and clean them.

3. The backside of the macbook has heavy scratches and many signs of usage. There are also some nicks in some areas on the sides and back of the mac.

4. My battery is virtually brand new, having only 49 cycles, so it must have been replaced. In contrast the mbp that i purchased in August has been through 15 cycles....(haven't used it that much-still addicted to windows). So hopefully you will be getting a brand new battery as well.

5. The mac is 35 months old i.e. 2 years and 11 months... The apple care runs out November 19, 2011, so in 29 days.

6. I as well ordered the 3gb's of ram 250gb hard drive space configuration and paid 560 with tax, but i ended up with 4gb's of ram and 250gb hard drive space.

7. Lion installed easily and with no problems (EDIT: Screen flickers once every hour-apple care is taking care of it), and the trackpad works with lion (like the 3 fingers up, and 3 down and 1 up-to show the launchpad), so all good here.

8. In the package you get a charger, a invoice in english (and spanish/french?), and a disclaimer. You should also get a 2 lb package that just has a sheet stating the warranty of 1 year.

9. Other than that i can't think of anything else, i haven't checked the dvd drive but i will do that later. Please check out the slide show and let me know if you have any questions or would like any other pics.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/68855206@N03/sets/72157627935510372/with/6262964002/

[Maschil]

lol congrats, will wait for the pics :) why did you open it?

Posted!

[Maschil]

I got lucky and bought the last one they had. $599 for the 4gb ram+320HD. Comes out $613 after taxes (KY)
They will only offer the 90 day warranty initially but you should ask for the 1 year, still free. They were also offering a 2gb thumb drive for $1.xx.
4-7 Business day shipping via ups ground and you can return it within 7 days.

For the ones who already got their mbp's, what problems did you encounter? should i install snow leopard or lion? what other good mac apps do i need to install(iLife, Word, Etc)? And whats a good hard case? Can i buy additional warranty from apple or other?

and last, can anyone post pics of the mbp's they recieved? black keyboard? thanks!

Good mac apps,

iLife
iWork
Office if you need it.... i still have it because not sure how to make the transition to pages yet,
Coconut battery
Prey (tracking device for your mac)
Vlc Player
Carbon Copy (Copies/clones hard drive for easy switching)

Cases $25
http://www.amazon.com/mCover®-Aluminum-Unibody-15-4-inch-diagonal/dp/B001XZRTFU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1319088490&sr=8-1&tag=acleint-20

Other things
Keyboard protector (personal preference)
http://www.amazon.com/GTMax-Aluminum-Unibody-Silicone-Keyboard/dp/B002TPL260/ref=pd_bxgy_e_img_b?tag=acleint-20

As far as the warranty most likely it tuns out for you in a couple of months but ibm's 1 years should be good, Anyone had experience with them?

[engkijo]

Posted!

awesome maschil! nice pics :)

if for example when i get the mbp and the battery is almost done, do you think they would replace it? how did the screens compare(from the '11 13"mbp)? i noticed on one of your pics that the 15" had a noticeably dimmer screen..

[Maschil]

awesome maschil! nice pics :)

if for example when i get the mbp and the battery is almost done, do you think they would replace it? how did the screens compare(from the '11 13"mbp)? i noticed on one of your pics that the 15" had a noticeably dimmer screen..

It was just me not having the brightness up on that.... i just put it up and i think its the same on both. As far as the battery depending on the condition... apple may go ahead and give you a new one.... if not ibm will take care of it for the next year. Screens are pretty good, but i must admit 15 is better than 13~

[engkijo]

Good mac apps,

iLife
iWork
Office if you need it.... i still have it because not sure how to make the transition to pages yet,
Coconut battery
Prey (tracking device for your mac)
Vlc Player
Carbon Copy (Copies/clones hard drive for easy switching)

Cases $25
http://www.amazon.com/mCover®-Aluminum-Unibody-15-4-inch-diagonal/dp/B001XZRTFU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1319088490&sr=8-1&tag=acleint-20

Other things
Keyboard protector (personal preference)
http://www.amazon.com/GTMax-Aluminum-Unibody-Silicone-Keyboard/dp/B002TPL260/ref=pd_bxgy_e_img_b?tag=acleint-20

As far as the warranty most likely it tuns out for you in a couple of months but ibm's 1 years should be good, Anyone had experience with them?

It was just me not having the brightness up on that.... i just put it up and i think its the same on both. As far as the battery depending on the condition... apple may go ahead and give you a new one.... if not ibm will take care of it for the next year. Screens are pretty good, but i must admit 15 is better than 13~

Thanks for the detailed reply man, i hope the mbp i get still has applecare on it..

[Maschil]

Thanks for the detailed reply man, i hope the mbp i get still has applecare on it..

it came out in October 2008 so it will hopefully have at least a couple of days left

[skizo]

Just got mine.

Topside of the exterior looks flawless; side ports have dust collecting (expected); bottomside has a few surface scratches here and there and a slight dent in one area.

Apple Care until Nov. 19.

4GB RAM 2 DIMMS with 250GB HD

Right side of the space bar is jammed/sunken in :( Will definitely take to Apple to get checked out.

Also noticed lots of dust in the fan/speaker holes.

Battery has 276 cycles; someone mentioned that these batteries have a lifespan of 500 cycles? What kind of battery life are you guys getting? Maybe I can get the battery replaced right before my AC expires.

Overall, I'm very happy with this purchase. Thanks again, OP!!!

[nachocheese]

Cool. Everyone has gotten decent machines so far. Those who have lots of cycles on battery, try to get it replaced asap. The battery is pretty expensive, so don't let apple care run out. Mine had ~11 cycles so Im pretty pleased.

Did anyone get a 7200 rpm drive? Mine drive is somewhat loud. I hear it more than the fans.

[pzztgotbagz]

I go the 7200rpm drive. I will post some pictures shortly. Going to take mine to Apple Store tonight to get the DVD drive checked out when i turn on the comp it makes some loud noises like the DVD drive is lose then makes the dong sound.

[dnguyen415]

If you get a battery with high cycles (which from reading I think everyone that ordered the 4gb ram one did, as opposed to those who ordered the 3gb), what can you really say to have it replaced? Batteries are consumed goods, I don't think Apple will replace it. But if you guys can get it replaced, please share.

[dnguyen415]

Also, the battery and RAM correlation is just an observation I made. Let me know if anyone is the exception (ie ordered the 4gb and got a low-cycle battery). I personally ordered that configuration but have yet to check my cycle count (it's at the Apple store for diagnostics), and am slowly accepting my fate. Feel free to prove me wrong.

[Maschil]

Also, the battery and RAM correlation is just an observation I made. Let me know if anyone is the exception (ie ordered the 4gb and got a low-cycle battery). I personally ordered that configuration but have yet to check my cycle count (it's at the Apple store for diagnostics), and am slowly accepting my fate. Feel free to prove me wrong.


the thing is that usually apple customer service is good,..... so it really depends on who the "genius" is at the location you go to... etc...

[deshwasi]

mine has a 807 cycle count. health 93%. anything to be concerned about?

[dnguyen415]

mine has a 807 cycle count. health 93%. anything to be concerned about?

You ordered the 4gb configuration huh? The battery is rated at 300 life cycles. At that point, it should show 80% health. With your high of health, it means the battery is well-taken care of, but still old.

[deshwasi]

i ordered a day later from the website when it was showing in stock temporarily. i didnt even check what they had listed as i was in a rush to order. it was the same price and everything so i assumed it was the OP config. they did send me the 4GB one.

[pzztgotbagz]

Has anyone tried to call IBM and let them know the batter is only rates for some many cycles and what are the options they could send you out a fresh battery. Mine is at the Genius Bar getting a 1 over so im not sure how many cycles mine has.

[pzztgotbagz]

Below information is for our Macbook's

About Battery Cycles

A charge cycle means using all of the battery’s power, but that doesn’t necessarily mean a single charge. For instance, you could use your notebook for an hour or more one day, using half its power, and then recharge it fully. If you did the same thing the next day, it would count as one charge cycle, not two, so it may take several days to complete a cycle.

Batteries have a limited amount of cycles before they are considered to be consumed and a replacement battery would be recommended. The cycle count limit will vary based on your Apple computer. Consult the table below to see the maximum cycle count for your computer's battery before it is considered consumed:



MacBook Pro (15-inch Late 2008) 500 CYCLES

http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1519

[engkijo]

I just got my MBP, fast shipping! i got it in 2 1/2 days yay, will post pics later

[Maschil]

I just got my MBP, fast shipping! i got it in 2 1/2 days yay, will post pics later

My screen started flickering about twice every hour.... called up apple care!!! having it sent off!

[engkijo]

My screen started flickering about twice every hour.... called up apple care!!! having it sent off!

a few earlier posts on this forum had the same problem i believe, with lion..
EDIT: this unit has applecare until Dec 24, WOOT!

[deshwasi]

My screen started flickering about twice every hour.... called up apple care!!! having it sent off!

did they ask you why Apple care was not in your name or something like that?

[Maschil]

a few earlier posts on this forum had the same problem i believe, with lion..
EDIT: this unit has applecare until Dec 24, WOOT!

yeah i installed lion and have the problem..... my apple care is to november 19 only but by then it wont be mine... (putting it on fleabay)

did they ask you why Apple care was not in your name or something like that?

Nope....... applecare seems to be more for the product then the person....i even told him i got it from ibm.... LOL

[dnguyen415]

did they ask you why Apple care was not in your name or something like that?


They noticed for me, but that's about the extent of it. I told them to change the registration to my name and that's that.

[deshwasi]

nice. very nice. now whats the best way to test the battery health? is the "time remaining" a fairly accurate indicator? or do i need to loop a movie on wifi streaming or something? I am a bit concerned by the discovery that max cycle is 500 when mine says 807.. the battery itself seems to be fine in the few minutes i used it. I will chat with ibm to see what they think of that.. sending a battery thats way beyond its purported life :)

[wluk]

has anyone tried upgrading to 8gb of memory?

[Maschil]

has anyone tried upgrading to 8gb of memory?


yes i have....

[wluk]

yes i have....
thanks....I will order 8gb ddr3 now

[Maschil]

thanks....I will order 8gb ddr3 now

its 40 bucks from new egg...!

[engkijo]

btw guys, my mbp came with the win xp sticker...weird. how can i safely remove it w/o leaving a mark..

[Maschil]

btw guys, my mbp came with the win xp sticker...weird. how can i safely remove it w/o leaving a mark..

just take it off and buy "goo" gone from your local auto zone... :eek:

[engkijo]

just take it off and buy "goo" gone from your local auto zone... :eek:

LOL, anyway mine has 312 cycles. is that normal?

[Maschil]

LOL, anyway mine has 312 cycles. is that normal?


THE STUFF WORKS!!!

http://www.ebay.com/itm/190587764665?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649#ht_500wt_1126

just bought some to clean my car. lOL

it should be normal.... it means that its been used about a years worth...

[engkijo]

THE STUFF WORKS!!!

http://www.ebay.com/itm/190587764665?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649#ht_500wt_1126

just bought some to clean my car. lOL

it should be normal.... it means that its been used about a years worth...

lol i thought you were kidding, the sticker removes in 2 layers and doesnt leave a mark.

what else should i be checking on this mbp maschil? because im leaving the country on friday and wont be back until late january (dec 24, applecare)..

[Maschil]

lol i thought you were kidding, the sticker removes in 2 layers and doesnt leave a mark.

what else should i be checking on this mbp maschil? because im leaving the country on friday and wont be back until late january (dec 24, applecare)..

take it to the apple store and ask them to diagnose everything...