So i bought a HD off ebay....

[aphex]

The thing looks BRAND SPANKING NEW, sealed in an anti-static bag, but the serial number is "mysteriously" worn off... I can make out the last #, but the rest looks erased.

Likely a refurb? It was listed as used, so thats fine, but i was just curious...

 

[homercles337]

Stolen.

 

[fs5]

since you bought it already link the auction

 

[randay]

fell off the truck, you should return it asap. a HD with no waranty is useless.

 

[tbike06]

Originally posted by: homercles337
Stolen.

Yup.

 

[EKKC]

WD Caviar MS Edition

Missing Serial

 

[intogamer]

Use Western Digital Data Tools

It should show SN

 

[AStar617]

If the entire label is gone, it could be "debadged", sometimes a contractual requirement of recyclers in order for them to resell wholesale lots. If just the serial is gone, that's a little fishy to me.

 

[Rage187]

more than likely it's stolen

 

[Pacfanweb]

Does it burn when you touch it?

 

[Whoozyerdaddy]

Stolen OR from an unauthorized dealer. Some authorized dealers will backdoor their products to on-line dealers to meet VIR (Volume Incentive Rebate) numbers. In order to cover their tracks (so the manufacturer can't cut them as a dealer for violating their dealer agreement) they will often scratch off the SN on the item.

Either way... no serial number, no warranty.