AppleCare Protection Plan for PowerBook 3.0 M8853LL/A - 3 Year Plan

by Apple

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 3.8 ounces
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B00007J8SA
• Item model number: M8853LL/A
• Average Customer Review: 3.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: November 22, 2002

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Get peace of mind from Apple
The AppleCare Protection Plan extends the complimentary coverage on your Mac to three years of world-class support. The plan includes expert telephone assistance, onsite repairs for desktop computers,* global repair coverage for portable computers, web-based resources, and TechTool Deluxe from Micromat--all for one price.

Three years of security
Every Mac comes with 90 days of telephone support and one year of service coverage at an Apple-authorized repair center. By purchasing the AppleCare Protection Plan with your Mac, you can extend your coverage to three years.

Comprehensive coverage
The AppleCare Protection Plan covers your Mac, as well as an AirPort Card, an AirPort Base Station, and Apple RAM purchased for your Mac. Power Mac and PowerBook customers can also enroll one Apple display for coverage, provided the Mac and display are purchased together.

One number to call for help
Because Apple creates the computer, the operating system, and many built-in applications, the Mac is a truly integrated system--with superior support. Just one phone call can help resolve most issues with your Mac. The AppleCare Protection Plan provides support for Apple hardware, the Mac OS, and Apple applications, including iCal, iDVD, iMovie, iPhoto, iTunes, AppleWorks, and QuickTime.

Convenient repair options
The AppleCare Protection Plan includes up to three years of onsite service for desktop computers.* The plan also provides global repair coverage for portable computers, which can be very important if you travel abroad. Apple-certified technicians perform repairs using genuine Apple parts.

Investment protection
Purchase the AppleCare Protection Plan along with your new Mac to take maximum advantage of the coverage the plan provides. No other service and support program can provide peace of mind for such a small investment.

This plan is not available for Florida consumers, or where prohibited by law.
* Onsite service is not available in all locations.

Product Description

PLEASE NOTE: This warranty extension is not valid for residents of Florida!! APPLE M8853LL/A PowerBook Protection Plan - The AppleCare Protection Plan is a uniquely integrated service and support solution completely backed by Apple. This comprehensive plan includes telephone support, Apple certified repairs, Web based support resources, and powerful diagnostic tools.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Worth the money, May 23, 2006

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Richard Brosnahan "thebroz" (Richmond, VA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: AppleCare Protection Plan for PowerBook 3.0 M8853LL/A - 3 Year Plan (Personal Computers)

I have skipped the AppleCare on desktop machines, but always got it with laptops. Apple laptops have improved a great deal over the years, but are still subject to shocks and handling that a desktop machine is not. I depend on my PowerBook for my living, and thus can't be without it long.
After nearly 2.5 years of trouble free use, I noticed the screen was dimmer than it had been. It also had a flakey battery latch, and noisy fans. I called AppleCare, got someone on the phone quickly and they sent a box. I boxed it up, sent it off, and had my repaired machine back in two days. I got a new screen, new battery, new battery latch, and quieter fans. Nicely done all around.

13 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Do not go without this protection., March 1, 2006

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Edward Walters "ed-eye BRC" (Winnetka, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: AppleCare Protection Plan for PowerBook 3.0 M8853LL/A - 3 Year Plan (Personal Computers)

Don't listen to the curmudgeons trying to chop this down. They are blaming apple for their own naive mistakes. My personal favorite is the guy with the bad optical drive who is blaming Apple because he didn't bother to back up his computer.

Fact is this service is a MUST HAVE if you own an Apple product. The person who claims there is no inhome support is not telling the truth. I had applecare on my iMac and had inhome service replace both my hard drive and superdrive. Both of these items were upgraded in the process because of those were the best parts on hand. Also if you have any problem its as simple as going to the nearest Apple store to get your problem handled fast and easy. I personally know two people that brought in laptops to the Apple store who were handed a brand new laptop(yes the latest version) with zero hassle. Recently a friend of mine brought in a third generation ipod for service and was given a fifth generation video ipod to replace it. There are reasons why Mac Users are so dedicated to Apple products. Applecares excellent support is one huge reason why Apple has such rabid fans.

6 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Don't go home without it!, March 15, 2006

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David Pruter (USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: AppleCare Protection Plan for PowerBook 3.0 M8853LL/A - 3 Year Plan (Personal Computers)

This is a must have. You never know when the logic board will fail or when the display will go out. I've had two PowerBooks now and have used AppleCare plans for both. My older PowerBook has a brand new screen and still works great thanks to that extra 3 year warranty. When you spend almost four grand on a computer, what's a few hundred extra to secure three years of free repairs!