Buy used Macs - How to find the best second hand MacBooks and iMacs (includes Checklist)

People like Apple hardware. Apple hardware is expensive. Many don't know that there is a way with which you can buy Macs for decent prices as well!

This book introduces everyone who wants to buy a Mac to a simple three-step process. It will show you how to buy great Macs at affordable prices. The process further ensures that you circumvent all obstacles when buying a second hand mac.

In detail this book will show you how to
1) find good offers for used Macs
2) check and compare the offers so you can spot the really good ones
3) check the Mac thoroughly during on-site inspection so you can make sure everything works

Used Macs, often only months old, are much cheaper than brand new ones. You should consider a few things, so that
the saved money is not wasted on expensive repairs or necessary upgrades later on. This book is your guide
for choosing the right Mac.

"Everyone knows Macs are expensive - I've used this book to successfully find and buy a MacBook Air even with my tight budget" -- Thomas K., student

"I needed to equip our office with 2 iMacs for Photoshop work. I was able to buy two used ones and even maxed out their memory by myself thanks to the upgrade tips. Highly recommended!" -- Dennis, graphic designer

Whether you simply want to enter the world of Apple Macs for a decent price or if you are already an Apple veteran
looking for a specific device, this book will help you to outsmart the traps associated with buying second hand
Apple hardware.



This book contains


Part 1: How to find good offers for used Macs

Part 2: Steps for checking an offer

Part 3: Checklist for on-site inspection

Bonus: Tips and Tricks after purchase



Table of Contents


Imprint

Preface

Step 1: How to find good offers for used Macs

Higher risk – lower price

Lower risk – higher price



Step 2: Steps for checking an offer

1. The overall condition

2. The hardware configuration

3. The support

4. The software

5. The price

6. Enquiries to the seller

Help for the seller - If you have to ask for more information



Step 3: Checklist for on-site inspection

Preliminaries

1. Checking offer details - fast check

2. Optical impression and accessories - fast check

3. Documents - fast check

4. Technology - fast check

5. Technology - intensive check



Tips and Tricks after purchase

Saving money on upgrading memory (RAM)

SSD instead of Hard disk

Setup of the Mac without reinstalling the Mac OS X operating system



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