anexapi
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Q: Selling a new MacBook

Hello everybody!

 

I was gifted this MacBook, but I want to sell it since I already have one I'm happy with.

 

When I check the serial number to see the warranty, it says I have to register it. If I register it, the warranty will start and the laptop will be associated with my account, right?

 

What stops other people from taking the serial number and registering the laptop to their account, and therefore starting the warranty?

 

Should I give the serial number to interested people in this case?

 

Thanks!

Posted on Sep 11, 2016 12:48 PM

by KiltedTim,Apple recommended
KiltedTim KiltedTim
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A:

The warranty started the day it was sold, not when you register it. The warranty clock is already ticking down.

Posted on Sep 11, 2016 12:53 PM

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  • by KiltedTim,Apple recommended

    KiltedTim KiltedTim Sep 11, 2016 12:53 PM in response to anexapi
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    Sep 11, 2016 12:53 PM in response to anexapi

    The warranty started the day it was sold, not when you register it. The warranty clock is already ticking down.

  • by BobTheFisherman,

    BobTheFisherman BobTheFisherman Sep 11, 2016 12:54 PM in response to anexapi
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    Sep 11, 2016 12:54 PM in response to anexapi

    This article from Apple may help you to configure your computer for sale. The buyer will have the serial number when he has access to the computer.

  • by K Shaffer,

    K Shaffer K Shaffer Sep 11, 2016 1:05 PM in response to anexapi
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    Sep 11, 2016 1:05 PM in response to anexapi

    For the sake of information, you should not share the serial number

    of a computer with others who may be able to exploit the information.

     

    In the case of the gifted, & never turned on, never personalized Mac

    you could get information to share (less the serial number) that is on

    the box the unit shipped in. Also for more info, a Lookup by Serial No.

    may yield clues as to when it was build and where.

     

    Do not share the Serial Number.

     

    • Mac Serial Number Info - Lookup your Apple Serial Number:

    https://www.powerbookmedic.com/identify-mac-serial.php

     

    If you sell as-new  product never used, in person is better than online.

    Post images of product in box, unopened is best, if you use amazon

    or ebay or local craigslist; be watchful of scams and ploys that may

    be used to rip-off you or your identity... Be careful what you have out

    in the public view, it may reveal too much unintentionally, if you sell

    the item online. If the person who gifted the item is of a nature to not

    be offended by your situation in regard to the gift; & IF it was bought

    from an Official Apple Store (not just 'authorized reseller') they may

    be able to return the unopened box for a refund within 14-days from

    the date of purchase; that could be a good way to regain full value.

     

    Good luck in this matter!

  • by K Shaffer,

    K Shaffer K Shaffer Sep 14, 2016 10:38 PM in response to anexapi
    Level 6 (14,304 points)
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    Sep 14, 2016 10:38 PM in response to anexapi

    Elsewhere, in reply to a question about returning an Apple product that

    had been received as a gift, a 'community specialist' posted helpful link

    that may be revealing. While it may not answer your specific question.

     

    Note in this MacBook 12-inch 2015+ ASC discussion:

    Selling my mac

     

    There is a link that includes conditional suggestions on returns & refunds:

    •Returns & Refunds - Shopping Help - Apple

    http://www.apple.com/shop/help/returns_refund

     

    Not sure if your situation may be able to advantage from this information;

    or if you were able to arrange a return through the person who gave you

    the MacBook, within the 14-day return period, if bought direct from Apple.

     

    Good luck in any event!