Samsung - 15.6" Geek Squad Certified Refurbished Laptop - 4GB Memory - 500GB Hard Drive

Name: Good features, faulty wireless modem.
Item: Samsung - 15.6" Geek Squad Certified Refurbished Laptop - 4GB Memory - 500GB Hard Drive
Rating: 1
Author: Hissingmyteeth

Model:GCRF-NP300

SKU:8347062

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Geek Squad® Certified Refurbished products are thoroughly, painstakingly and lovingly tested, so you can be sure that your device will work right, right away. Learn more about Stay connected with this Samsung GCRF-NP300E5C-A07US 15.6" laptop that features a high-speed wireless LAN for simple Web access. The 500GB hard drive offers ample storage for your photos, documents, movies and more.UL.features {margin:0;padding:0px 5px 10px 0px;list-style:none;}UL.features LI.doc {padding:0px 5px 2px 17px;margin:7px 0 0 0;background:url("http://images.bestbuy.com/BestBuy_US/images/global/misc/misc_moreinfo_icon.gif") no-repeat left top;}UL.features LI.arrow {padding:0px 5px 2px 17px;margin:7px 0 0 0;background:url("http://images.bestbuy.com/BestBuy_US/images/global/misc/misc_richmedia_icon.gif") no-repeat left top;}UL.features LI.hdbuiltindcr {padding:0px 5px 2px 80px;margin:7px 0 0 0;background:url("http://images.bestbuy.com/BestBuy_US/images/global/misc/misc_hdbuiltin_dcr.gif") no-repeat left top;}UL.features LI.hdbuiltin {padding:0px 5px 2px 60px;margin:7px 0 0 0;background:url("http://images.bestbuy.com/BestBuy_US/images/global/misc/misc_hdbuiltin.gif") no-repeat left top;}UL.features LI.hdready {padding:0px 5px 2px 60px;margin:7px 0 0 0;background:url("http://images.bestbuy.com/BestBuy_US/images/global/misc/misc_hdready.gif") no-repeat left top;}Learn more about .

Geek Squad® Certified Refurbished products.

Intel® processors

Information provided by Intel.

Features

2nd Gen Intel® Core™ i3-2370M processor
Features a 3MB L3 cache and 2.4GHz processor speed.
Intel® Core™ i3 processor
Features smart 4-way processing performance for HD quality computing. Intel® HD graphics provide extra graphics power for your laptop when you need it.
4GB DDR3 memory
For multitasking power, expandable to 8GB.
Multiformat DVD±RW/CD-RW drive with double-layer support
Records up to 8.5GB of data or 4 hours of video using compatible DVD+R DL and DVD-R DL media.
15.6" LED high-definition widescreen display
With 220 cd/m² brightness and 1366 x 768 resolution showcases movies and games in stunning clarity.
500GB Serial ATA II hard drive (5400 rpm)
Offers spacious storage and fast read/write times.
Intel® HD Graphics 3000
Feature shared video memory for lush images and vivid detail. HDMI output for flexible connectivity options.
Built-in 1.3MP HD webcam and microphone
Make it easy to video chat with family and friends.
3-in-1 media reader
Supports Secure Digital, Secure Digital High Capacity and SDXC formats.
3 high-speed USB 2.0 ports
For fast digital data transfer and easy peripheral connectivity.
Built-in high-speed wireless LAN (802.11b/g/n)
Connect to the Internet without wires.
Built-in Gigabit Ethernet LAN
With RJ-45 connector for quick and easy wired Web connection.
Weighs 5.1 lbs. and measures just 1.4" thin
For easy portability. Keyboard with numeric keypad allows simple data entry.
Windows 8 64-bit operating system preinstalled
Provides a stable platform for word processing, Web navigation, gaming, media storage and more.
Intel, Pentium, Celeron, Centrino, Core, Viiv, Intel Inside and the Intel Inside logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries.

What's Included

Samsung 15.6" Geek Squad Certified Refurbished Laptop - 4GB Memory - 500GB Hard Drive
6-cell lithium-ion battery
60W AC adapter
Owner's manual

Specifications

Other

Processor Brand
Intel®

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1083716230738','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">Processor</a>
Intel® 2nd Generation Core™ i3

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1083716230979','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">Processor Speed</a>
2.4GHz

Battery Type
6-cell Lithium Ion (Li-Ion)

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1087340511518','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">Display Type</a>
High-definition widescreen LED with 220 cd/m² brightness (1366 x 768)

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1087340566303','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">Screen Size (Measured Diagonally)</a>
15.6"

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1083716231665','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">Cache Memory</a>
3MB on die Level 3

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1083716231937','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">System Memory (RAM)</a>
4GB

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1083716236490','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">System Memory (RAM) Expandable To</a>
8GB

Type of Memory (RAM)
DDR3

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1083716232062','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">Hard Drive Type</a>
SATA II (5400 rpm)

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1083716235838','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">Computer Hard Drive Size</a>
500GB

Optical Drive
Double-layer DVD±RW/CD-RW

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1087340511924','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">Optical Drive Speeds</a>
Drive speeds not specified

Direct-Disc Labeling
No

Digital Media Reader or Slots
Yes, digital media card reader

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1083716236524','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">Graphics</a>
Intel® HD Graphics 3000

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1083716235920','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">Video Memory</a>
Shared

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1083716238297','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">TV Tuner</a>
No

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1083716236935','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">MPEG</a>
Yes

Built-in Webcam
Yes

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1083716237122','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">Modem</a>
None

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1087340512096','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">Networking</a>
Built-in Gigabit Ethernet LAN (RJ-45 connector)

Wireless Networking
Wireless-B+G+N

Bluetooth-Enabled
No

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1087340818871','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">S-Video Outputs</a>
None

Audio
High-definition; SoundAlive

Speakers
Internal

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1087340512157','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">PCMCIA Slots</a>
None

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1083716239272','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">USB 2.0 Ports</a>
3

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1083716239354','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">IEEE 1394 FireWire Ports</a>
None

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1083716239311','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">Parallel Ports</a>
None

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1083716239499','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">Game Ports</a>
None

Laptop Weight
Ultraportable (5.5 lbs. or less)

Battery Life
<a href="javascript:openOfferDetails('1218066009426','cat12178');">Not available</a>

Pointing Device
Flat-type touchpad with scroll scope

HDMI Output
Yes

Blu-ray Player
No

Operating System Platform
Windows

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1083716241291','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">Operating System</a>
Windows 8

<a href="javascript:winopengld('1218870374819','pcmcat38200050027','cat12080')">ENERGY STAR Certified</a>
No

Best Buy PC App
No

Graphics Chip
Intel

Drive Capacity
500GB

Graphics Card
Intel® HD Graphics 3000

UPC
400083470620

Reviews

Customer reviews

40%

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Good features, faulty wireless modem.
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Posted 12 years ago.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Otherwise good laptop, useful features, but the wireless connection is a headache - just annoying. It doesn't pick up Wi-Fi signals well. The old laptop it was to replace picks up the signal and this one doesn't. If it picks up the signal it soon loses it. This was a refurbished computer. Obviously it was returned by the previous buyer because it had a fault. This laptop was supposed to be painstakingly and thoroughly tested, but apparently it was not.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Stopped working after a week
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Posted 12 years ago.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Thought I got a great value. Was happy when it was delivered. After working 10 days approximately 6 times. Was returned to BestBuy and head to purchase a new computers, Would not boot up after that.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Horrible Purchase
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Posted 12 years ago.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Horrible experience, the computer did not work out of the box and I had to waste hours of my life trying to get it repaired by the geek squad until they said that they could not fix it...and then another 2 hours of arguing to get my money back.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Looks brand new for refurbished item
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Posted 11 years ago.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Received by mail in only three days. Not a scratch on it ,looks new
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
So far, so good
Posted 12 years ago.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I think that I got a great deal. You cannot buy this laptop with $300. I like the 2.4Ghz i3 processor. You cannot miss it.
I would recommend this to a friend

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QuestionCan it run games such as Minecraft smoothly with high settings?
Asked 12 years ago by Minecrafter.
- Answer To be sure, it'd be best to check the recommended system requirements for each title. Our 7 Series laptops are designed specifically for gaming, so if you need the heavy system requirements needed by demanding games, the Series 7 may best fit your needs for fast rendering at high settings. Thanks for your interest in Samsung laptops. --Mr.Samsung
  Answered 12 years ago by Samsung
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QuestionDose this comuter has windows 8 disk?windows disk is the original disk that must be with computer, but u didn't wright any includes for this computer. in other computers they wrote the software that installed in computer, in includes if i want to reinstall windows how i an install without disk.
Asked 12 years ago by rakesh.
- Answer The OS would be included already on the drive. For backup options, it would be best to speak with a Best Buy Geek Squad Agent for further assistance on re-installing the OS. Thanks for your interest in Samsung laptops. --Mr.Samsung
  Answered 12 years ago by Samsung
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QuestionCan it run games ruch as Sims 3 without a problem?
Asked 12 years ago by Izzy.
- Answer Yes, after briefly looking at the Sims system requirements, this would be able to run it smoothly- provided system resources aren't being used by lots of other programs at the same time. Thanks for your interest in Samsung laptops. --Mr.Samsung
  Answered 12 years ago by Samsung
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QuestionIs the screen anti-glare-matte or glossy-glare?
Asked 12 years ago by Geo.
- Answer The NP300 offers a semi-glossy panel. -MrSamsung
  Answered 12 years ago by MrSamsung
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Questionwhat are the warranty policies on refurbished computers?there are 2 very bad reviews for the refurbished computer i am interested in. i really like the computer, but if i have the same issues i want to be sure i am not paying for geek squads mistake. would you fix it for free?
Asked 12 years ago by Anonymous.
- Answer There are limited warranties available on refurbished computers, but in many cases, you can also purchase a low cost extended warranty if you want to guarantee that you'll own it for a specific amount of time. While we can't offer an explanation except what is expressed by the customer reviews, we have sold many units to an exceptional number of customers who have little or no problems using it as intended. Best Buy also offers a return policy on many items that allows you to make sure that you're satisfied with the quality and to make sure the product truly fits your needs. This would be a great opportunity to talk with a salesperson who would be able to speak on all of the options available to you. Thanks for your interest in Samsung laptops. --Mr.Samsung
  Answered 12 years ago by Samsung
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QuestionWarrantyHow long is the warranty on refurbished computers?
Asked 12 years ago by SIP8257.
- Answer Any item that is an open box, returned unit or refurbished product may have a different warranty when compared to a new item. You will need to contact the retailer directly to see what the current warranty is, and if additional warranty options are available. We appreciate your consideration of Samsung products. Mr. Samsung
  Answered 12 years ago by Samsung
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