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Aberdeen Computers?

5 posts by 5 people · 30 Jun 1999 - 01 Jul 1999

Tom Stanger 30 Jun 1999#476928
Sorry for the off-subject post, but I need a little feedback from those of you who've done business with Aberdeen. I'm presently looking into a new system, primarily for flight and racing sims, and have been checking out the OEM dealers for pricing and configurations. I stumbled onto Aberdeen Computers' web site and have been very impressed with the variety of components they offer. I can spec out a system to my exact desires within a reasonable price range, which makes it very tempting to purchase. I just need to know how well they deal with tech support, defective components, returns, documentation, etc. I'd greatly appreciate all replies from anyone who has dealt with Aberdeen. Thanks. Tom
Joe Dawso 30 Jun 1999#476929
I heard several say they weren't worth a damn..........screw u around........i never dealt with them cause of this.......all those places have impressive web sites.......pc nut a good place. so is j&n computers....... jd
Tore Hanson 30 Jun 1999#476930
I tried them out a few years ago. I had a problem with memory modules. I sent them back so they could check them. I heard nothing for about 2 weeks, Finally, I had to determine if they received the components. Unfortunately I sent them via registered mail (US Postal service). I didn't get the receipt back, so it took me two months to get the receipt from the post office, but that's another problem. Anyway, Aberdeen received the modules but never called me. After finally getting through to someone they told me the components were OK and that it was not their problem. They didn;t know what to do with the components so they did nothing until I called them and wanted them returned, which they did. I think the components were actually ok and the real problem was with the mother board...a Tyan mother board. I will never buy another Tyan mother board, but that's another problem. The fact that it took so much effort to get the matter handled makes me not recommend Aberdeen. I have found that it's better to pay a bit more for satisfaction and customer service. Tore Hanson
Absolutely spot on Tore. A computer supplier you can really trust is priceless. Being in the fortunate position of having such a supplier I can can attest to having a custom built PC, made up of quality components, is more than worth the extra 100 bucks or so. Also, while it may be part of my job to tinker with customer's PC's, I don't "work" on my own PC anymore. Peter (yup, we're on a first name basis ;-)) handles everything for me, quickly and professionally. Although I recently had some serious downtime with an intermittent MB fault, he stuck at it until he diagnosed the fault and repaired it with a minimum of expense. Jan. ------ ><snip> I have found that it's better to >pay a bit more for satisfaction and customer service. >Tore Hanson

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