{"product_id":"2940150095991","title":"Buy used Macs - How to find the best second hand MacBooks and iMacs (includes Checklist)","description":"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! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 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. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn detail this book will show you how to \u003cbr\u003e1) find good offers for used Macs \u003cbr\u003e2) check and compare the offers so you can spot the really good ones \u003cbr\u003e3) check the Mac thoroughly during on-site inspection so you can make sure everything works \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUsed Macs, often only months old, are much cheaper than brand new ones. You should consider a few things, so that \u003cbr\u003ethe saved money is not wasted on expensive repairs or necessary upgrades later on. This book is your guide \u003cbr\u003efor choosing the right Mac. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"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 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"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 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhether you simply want to enter the world of Apple Macs for a decent price or if you are already an Apple veteran \u003cbr\u003elooking for a specific device, this book will help you to outsmart the traps associated with buying second hand \u003cbr\u003eApple hardware. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis book contains\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePart 1: How to find good offers for used Macs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePart 2: Steps for checking an offer\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePart 3: Checklist for on-site inspection\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBonus: Tips and Tricks after purchase\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTable of Contents\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eImprint\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePreface\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStep 1: How to find good offers for used Macs \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHigher risk – lower price\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLower risk – higher price\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStep 2: Steps for checking an offer \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1. The overall condition\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2. The hardware configuration\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e3. The support\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e4. The software\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e5. The price\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e6. Enquiries to the seller\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHelp for the seller - If you have to ask for more information\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStep 3: Checklist for on-site inspection \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePreliminaries\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1. Checking offer details - fast check\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2. Optical impression and accessories - fast check\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e3. Documents - fast check\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e4. Technology - fast check\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e5. Technology - intensive check\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTips and Tricks after purchase \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSaving money on upgrading memory (RAM)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSSD instead of Hard disk\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSetup of the Mac without reinstalling the Mac OS X operating system\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClose\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout the Author","brand":"Maurice Knopp","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47172271571184,"sku":"2940150095991","price":7.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/2940150095991_p0.jpg?v=1763744980","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/2940150095991","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}