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<p>I’d try to get it elsewhere other than Best Buy as unless things have changed within the last several months…even Best Buy sends off warranty repairs off to a repair site if it involves more than simple virus cleanings/system reinstalls. Also, a lot of clients I have were people who had unsatisfactory experiences with Geek Squad so I’m a bit wary there.</p>
<p>I’d check with your student’s college/university to see if they have onsite repairs and what brands/models they service. However, if the problem is beyond something simple…they’re likely to mail it off to an offsite repair shop/subcontractor as well. </p>
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<p>Unless your student is supercareful about his/her notebook and has supercareful roommates…it would be a good idea to get one based on my experiences and observations of most college students.</p>