The document discusses factors to consider when determining whether to repair or replace a laptop. It suggests first identifying if the problem is software or hardware related. If hardware, then consider the cost of repairs versus a new laptop. A new laptop may be worth it if repairs are over 1/3 the cost of new, or if it offers two improvements. Laptop age, extent of damage, and warranty coverage should also influence the decision. The document provides guidelines but notes the decision depends on individual circumstances.

1. Repair or Replace
So, which is it? Repair?
Or replace?

2. What Is the Root of the Problem?
• Before going into that, might I suggest
figuring out what the problem is first?
Sometimes, it’s just a software
compatibility issue and not something
related to the hardware itself.

3. What Is the Root of the Problem?
• Even if the problem was a virus, it’s not
enough to justify buying laptop parts or a
new laptop outright. There are numerous
antivirus and anti malware programs out
there; some even available for free.

4. What Is the Root of the Problem?
If you’re unsure how to figure out if
the problem is software or
hardware related, ask a techie
friend to help you out. If you don’t
have any, the internet should be
sufficient enough to give you what
you need, provided you don’t have
“tl;dr syndrome.”

5. IF IT DOES TURN OUT THAT
HARDWARE IS THE PROBLEM,
THEN IT’S TIME TO CONSIDER
OTHER VARIABLES

6. By How Much Would You Be Set Back?
Here’s a good rule of thumb to follow:
When repairs and/or laptop replacement parts end
up costing more than one-third of a new laptop,
most would agree that your money would be better
off spent on that laptop.

7. What Can the New Laptop Offer
Me Aside From Better Graphics?
Another angle to consider is if the new
laptop could offer you at least two
improvements over your previous one.

8. Is Your Laptop Really That Old?
Most experts agree that if a laptop has been
in use two years or less, a repair is generally
worth it. And if it’s been with you for five
years or more, you may want to consider
buying a new one.

9. To What Extent Is the Incurred Damage?
That is, is the laptop part that got damaged
really all that integral to overall system
performance? If it is, like say, the
motherboard, then a new laptop purchase is
definitely in order. If it’s something that is
replaceable by nature, like a hard drive, then
a simple replacement could be the answer.

10. What About the Warranty?
Finally, find out if your warranty covers
repairs, replacements, or both; and how
long each warranty service lasts.
Don’t spend money
on repairs or
replacements if you
don’t have to.

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