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2/1/13 3:43 PM

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KTwo

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So i had an issue with my computer tower where it was stuck in power save mode and when i plugged the keyboard or monitor into it they wouldnt work. So i took it to a computer place and i told the guy the problem he says no problem we charge a flat rate of 70 bucks to fix everything. So he prints me the receipt and i leave.

He calls me later that day saying he cant fix it till tomorrow because he wasnt aware it wouldnt show anything on the monitor which i told him. So this lady calls me today saying my processor went bad. Its a dual core processor hp. She says she put a new one in it (better than the one that was in it). Old one was 2.0 and this ones 2.6. Now shes saying that will be an extra 70 bucks for the processor.

Am i being ripped off? The man said flat rate 70 bucks at the start and didnt say anything about paying for parts. And they didnt even call and ask me if i wanted to buy the new processor which they put in...

2/1/13 3:45 PM	Ignore \| Quote \| Edit \| Warn Admin \| Vote Down \| Vote Up \| Delete Post
KTwo Member Since: 5/3/11 Posts: 760	I havent been by to pay or pick it up yet... Should i just pay the 150 or should i bitch about the flat rate? You have ignored this user.

2/1/13 3:47 PM	Ignore \| Quote \| Edit \| Warn Admin \| Vote Down \| Vote Up \| Delete Post
bryanand 34 Member Since: 1/1/01 Posts: 30924	Assuming it's a P4 processor, the part probably costs about 40$. That's about all I have to add, don't know what to tell you otherwise. You have ignored this user.

2/1/13 3:50 PM

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KTwo

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Clarence Parents - Flat rate 70$ = Flat rate 70$ .. if there was no agreement about potential extra cost for parts that they did not even ask your permission to put in.. tell them to go fuck themselves.

If you gave permission to replace the processor.. you owe them the money.

Didnt give permission to replace it. She called and said we replaced the processor. And its working now... But you have to pay for it.

But i did give permission to fix it. The man said nothing about parts. He said oh thats no problem. 70 dollars flat rate.

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KTwo Member Since: 5/3/11 Posts: 763	bryanand - Assuming it's a P4 processor, the part probably costs about 40$. That's about all I have to add, don't know what to tell you otherwise. Yeah thats why im pissed. I googled processors and there about 40-50. Shes telling me its 70 extra? And they didnt even ask. You have ignored this user.

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OblongBox Member Since: 10/21/09 Posts: 1428	Dude just pay the damn money. You have ignored this user.

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KTwo Member Since: 5/3/11 Posts: 764	OblongBox - Dude just pay the damn money. Money dont grow on trees home boy... You have ignored this user.

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acid_flashback 38 Member Since: 5/23/12 Posts: 541	If you can buy the same processor for less than $70 then cause a shitstorm and get your pc back and go fix it yourself. Otherwise, it would not be terrible to pay them for the processor. You're already $70 in. Just let them know you'll never be back because they were not clear with you from the start. You have ignored this user.

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buckshot44 574 Member Since: 12/3/10 Posts: 2824	Sounds like your computer isn't even worth $70.00, let along $140.00. Dual core processors are older than dirt. I can set u up with a brand new quad core (AMD 3.4ghz, 4gb RAM, 500GB HD, HDMI mobo) tower for ~$350.00. You have ignored this user.

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UGSlapshot Member Since: 10/21/12 Posts: 662	The flat rate seems fine, youre not being analed. They charge 50.00 here just to look at it. I would be more cautious about your CPU, they could be working you but without being able to look it, its going to be hard to tell. What you described sounds like a driver issue and if your CPU fried the PC wouldn't even turn over most likely. You have ignored this user.

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OblongBox Member Since: 10/21/09 Posts: 1429	KTwo - OblongBox - Dude just pay the damn money. Money dont grow on trees home boy... Well you'll probably going to still have to pay them 70 dollars even if you ask them to remove the processor. You have ignored this user.

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unique_devil 31 Member Since: 5/12/10 Posts: 2214	KTwo - bryanand - Assuming it's a P4 processor, the part probably costs about 40$. That's about all I have to add, don't know what to tell you otherwise. Yeah thats why im pissed. I googled processors and there about 40-50. Shes telling me its 70 extra? And they didnt even ask. Let's dojo storm these bishes. You have ignored this user.

2/1/13 3:57 PM

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cruedi 30 The total sum of your votes up and votes down

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Have you read the receipt you signed to see exactly what it says, and not what the clown at the desk told you? Often workers/sales people don't explain the entire policy to you.

You've got a couple choices, go in with the original receipt and tell them you have no plans to pay an extra $70, if they don't like that they can take the new proc out.

Ask to speak to the original person you dealt with or a manager and explain what you explained in the OP.

I'd do it in person vs the phone, I think you'll get a better response.

2/1/13 3:57 PM

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pfsjkd

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acid_flashback - If you can buy the same processor for less than $70 then cause a shitstorm and get your pc back and go fix it yourself. Otherwise, it would not be terrible to pay them for the processor. You're already $70 in. Just let them know you'll never be back because they were not clear with you from the start.

Good post. Also, tell them that you plan on giving them an appropriate rating on Yelp.

2/1/13 3:59 PM	Ignore \| Quote \| Edit \| Warn Admin \| Vote Down \| Vote Up \| Delete Post
xNate 36 Member Since: 5/9/10 Posts: 8567	I had my own computer repair business. Any work that would require more money was ok'd by the customer first. The probelm is you said "fix it." The part may cost $40-50, but technical repair is another matter. If they sell that chip in house for $70, it is what it is. Did you sign a waiver or work agreement? You have ignored this user.

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joesonshuevos 80 Member Since: 1/1/01 Posts: 28595	I too went to a place like that. I had them check it out in front of me. Sho nuff, he said he would have to re-add windows and it would be 150. I said no thanks and bounced. Its a promotion to get you in the door. You have ignored this user.

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KTwo Member Since: 5/3/11 Posts: 766	Well i paid a grand for my tower alone at best buy. Its actually a quad core. But when she says she put a dual core in there does that mean she just replaced one of the duals? Im not really a computer person obviously lol. You have ignored this user.

2/1/13 4:01 PM

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UGSlapshot

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buckshot44 - Sounds like your computer isn't even worth $70.00, let along $140.00. Dual core processors are older than dirt.

I can set u up with a brand new quad core (AMD 3.4ghz, 4gb RAM, 500GB HD, HDMI mobo) tower for ~$350.00.

Question for ya,

I abandoned my PC when it died and now its been three years that I've been without one.

Whats the cost for a low end gaming rig these days? I've got about 400.00 to spend and I have the keyboard mouse and monitor. Phone Post

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xNate 36 Member Since: 5/9/10 Posts: 8568	Also, you OG android you took your rig to a shop to get fixed? There is a metric fuck-ton of experts on here. Always ask first bro. You have ignored this user.

2/1/13 4:03 PM	Ignore \| Quote \| Edit \| Warn Admin \| Vote Down \| Vote Up \| Delete Post
xNate 36 Member Since: 5/9/10 Posts: 8569	KTwo - Well i paid a grand for my tower alone at best buy. Its actually a quad core. But when she says she put a dual core in there does that mean she just replaced one of the duals? Im not really a computer person obviously lol. What the fuck You have ignored this user.

2/1/13 4:04 PM

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KTwo

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xNate - I had my own computer repair business. Any work that would require more money was ok'd by the customer first. The probelm is you said "fix it." The part may cost $40-50, but technical repair is another matter. If they sell that chip in house for $70, it is what it is.

Did you sign a waiver or work agreement?

I didnt sign anything... He printed me a invoice that came out to 73.14 total. and heres my comp.

http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?docname=c01859864&cc=us&lc=en&dlc=en&product=4006020

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xNate 36 Member Since: 5/9/10 Posts: 8570	xNate - Also, you OG android you took your rig to a shop to get fixed? There is a metric fuck-ton of experts on here. Always ask first bro. Android=and You have ignored this user.

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KTwo Member Since: 5/3/11 Posts: 768	xNate - Also, you OG android you took your rig to a shop to get fixed? There is a metric fuck-ton of experts on here. Always ask first bro. I asked here before. Noone knew what to tell me... You have ignored this user.

2/1/13 4:06 PM

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xNate 36 The total sum of your votes up and votes down

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pfsjkd -
acid_flashback - If you can buy the same processor for less than $70 then cause a shitstorm and get your pc back and go fix it yourself. Otherwise, it would not be terrible to pay them for the processor. You're already $70 in. Just let them know you'll never be back because they were not clear with you from the start.

Good post. Also, tell them that you plan on giving them an appropriate rating on Yelp.

Dont say shit about yelp Phone Post

2/1/13 4:09 PM

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UGSlapshot

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KTwo - Well i paid a grand for my tower alone at best buy. Its actually a quad core. But when she says she put a dual core in there does that mean she just replaced one of the duals? Im not really a computer person obviously lol.

If you buy a computer from best buy you should be kicked in the balls.

Newegg and tiger direct are the way to go even if you're not putting a PC together from scratch they'll sell you more computer for your money. Phone Post

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