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Refurbished worth it?

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Astu222

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Hey I was looking into the refub cards at newegg and they seem like a sweet deal ($250 for a 6800nu) but it doesnt include a software bundle or manuel. My question is, how would i go about installing it without an included driver CD? do I download the drivers before i install the card, would my computer still boot if the card doesnt have the drivers or will WinXP automaticaly detect it and i can just install the drivers once i boot? Or is buying a refurb card just a waste?
 
Originally posted by: Astu222
...and i can just install the drivers once i boot?
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Yes.

I can't comment on how good the price is as i don't know the US video card market is, but it seems pretty good.

I personally would stay away from refurbs though, as the warranty is usually only 90 days.
 
any specific brands for the 6800nu? if im not buying refurd I'll want a decent bundle or is that asking for too much in a sub $300 card?
 
Originally posted by: n7
Originally posted by: Astu222
...and i can just install the drivers once i boot?
Click to expand...

Yes.

I can't comment on how good the price is as i don't know the US video card market is, but it seems pretty good.

I personally would stay away from refurbs though, as the warranty is usually only 90 days.
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The warranty is less for newegg, 30 days I think. Much better to buy a NEW, RETAIL 6800 for 20-30 bucks more. You get a new card, documentation, adapters (if they are packaged) software and a real manufacturer warranty.

Personally I like the Evga found on newegg, it's got a good looking cooling system on it and it's bundled with Farcry
 
Not worth it for just $20 in savings, especially if you're concerned with warranty and bundle. If it were $100 less that'd be a different story.
 
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