301, Report:
#56864
Posted Date:
May 14 2003
Compaq HP ripoff consumer rip-off fraud Houston Texas
I bought a Compaq XP 6 months ago. Had alot of problems with it shutting down & then a blue screen. After loads of calls to Compaq being told to do all kinds of things, they told me to bring it to Circut City. They took it for 2 weeks. When I got it back after loosing a bunch of acc...
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Categories: Computer Manufaturers
302, Report:
#56694
Posted Date:
May 13 2003
Radio Shack ripoff Computer REBATE the business that doesnt give a dam Fort Worth Texas
I purchased a new Compaq CPU from Radio SHack in April 2002. It said to allow 6-8 Weeks for processing. It was for $180. I still have not gotten it. I called the first time after 3 months and they said I didn't send UPC Codes. I HAD SENT THEM. They said if I gave them the info o...
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Categories: Audio & Electronics Shops
303, Report:
#54855
Posted Date:
May 04 2003
Internetcloseouts.com, Inc The business that doesnt give a damn. Aliso Viejo California
I received and installed a server upgrade kit from Internetcloseouts.com However, the post test gave an error message 102 System Board Failure, Timer test failed. After thorough examination of all potential causes, the only possibility is a bad system board. I contacted HP/Compaq...
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Categories: Miscellaneous Electronics
304, Report:
#53951
Posted Date:
Apr 22 2003
DELL rip-off. Doesn't honor their rebates. dishonest business Round Rock Texas
I called Dell's Educational Division to inquire about the special promotions running on their website. The CSR on the phone was very helpful and told me that I am (my university) eligible for the 3 rebates currently showing totaling up to $510.00. He further stated that if I were to...
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Categories: Corrupt Companies
305, Report:
#53592
Posted Date:
Apr 19 2003
Compaq Computers And CompUSA false rebate offers Columbus Ohio
In 1998 I purchased a Compaq computer from CompUSA. I signed up for Internet service with the CompuServe company in exchange for receivng a $100 rebate. I did not receive the rebate.
I made numerous telephone calls, sent many letters and made trips to the CompUSA Store. No one e...
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Categories: Internet Services
306, Report:
#52224
Posted Date:
Apr 09 2003
Staples ripoff Computer Insurance isn't worth buying Complete coverage won't cover spills as promised tricked and lied to us victimized many consumers Saratoga Springs New York
On 07/21/00 I purchased a Compaq Presario 5000 computer at a Staples store in Saratoga Springs, New York. I stated to the salesperson ID #106340 that the only way I would buy one is if I could get a No question asked and in home service policy he said sure. So I went ahead and purch...
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Categories: Computer Service & Repair
307, Report:
#47015
Posted Date:
Mar 18 2003
Compaq The NEW HP Radio Shack, Horrible Customer Service abused & mistreated Palo Alto Boise Idaho California Idaho
Here ya go folks ..add this one to your books.I purchased a New Compaq Presario 6350 for Christmas of 2002. I was attempting to start up a personal home bussiness. Maybe not the the best pc to do that on but hey,I was just learning.
Anyway,I after the first run every time I shut ...
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Categories: Computer Service & Repair
308, Report:
#23838
Posted Date:
Mar 17 2003
Compuserve Rebate Scam - Breach of Contract for Lack of Services Provided, I NEED HELP! rip off scam con artists fraud business ripoff liars victimized us Internet *EDitor's Comment
Here we go....bought a Compaq LapTop from Circuit City and recieved a $400 rebate through Compuserve. The service was lousy; constant disconnects; and slower than sap but I put up with it.
The laptop blew in just over one year and it was returned to Circuit City as a piece of ...
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Categories: Internet Services
309, Report:
#5952
Posted Date:
Mar 10 2003
Circuit City Misrepresents Extended Warranty on Laptop Computers
On July 23, 1999, my husband and I purchased a Toshiba Satellite 2595 XDVD Laptop computer from Circuit City in Mobile, AL. We paid $2299.99 for this unit and were not planning to purchase the $399 extended warranty but changed our minds when the sales counselor strongly encouraged...
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Categories: Computer Stores
310, Report:
#47566
Posted Date:
Mar 02 2003
Best Buy Extended Computer Warranty is worthless Grand Rapids Michigan
I purchased a Build To Own Compaq Presario 5000 a year and a half ago. Came with ME operating system. Has been nothing but problems. Most recently...I've had it into Best Buy service 3 times because it wouldn't run and/or restore. Each time they've fixed it and returned it to me.
...
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Categories: Computer Stores
311, Report:
#46912
Posted Date:
Feb 25 2003
Gateway Has Successfully Screwed Me Over Since the Purchase of one of their Machines Poway California
I turned to Gateway because of the companys good reputation. I was so excited with the purchase of my very own computer; a computer that I would purchase on my very own (through financing) without the help of my parents. I called over the telephone to order my computer. Right awa...
Entity
Categories: Computer Manufaturers
312, Report:
#46836
Posted Date:
Feb 25 2003
Compaq HP ripoff deceptive company Any Store Near You!! Internet
I have had SEVERAL problems out of my pc. since the 1st day I bought it(which was 1 yr. and 1 mo. before i wrote this).I am a very nice guy and wanted to try to fix it myself before sending it in for repairs,but i couldn't fix as there were problems i just could not fix if my life d...
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Categories: Computer Manufactures
313, Report:
#45225
Posted Date:
Feb 13 2003
CDW Computer Discount Warehouse Compaq rip-off Vernon Hills Illinois
CDW - COMPUTER DISCOUNT WAREHOUSE CDW / COMPAQ refuses to resolve problem!!! VERNON HILLS Illinois .....
THEY REFUSE TO RESOLVE THE PROBLEM!!!
Re: Compaq Presario 5070 situation
In October, 2002 I brought my computer in for a defective floppy drive and also an additional la...
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Categories: Computer Service & Repair
314, Report:
#36718
Posted Date:
Feb 12 2003
Sweepstakes Clearinghouse allied marketing ripoff switched products switched name and serial numbers on product, went into my checking account without my permission and caused me excessive fees consumer rip-off fraud Dallas Texas
i ordered a laptop. the one i received is not the one i ordered.the brand name is compaq. when i had problems with it i called for tech support and he told me the laptop may have their name but the serial number is not theirs.furthermore, i stopped payment on a check, they went into...
Entity
Categories: Consumer Services
315, Report:
#43193
Posted Date:
Feb 08 2003
Circuit City consumer rip-off fraud Huntsville Alabama
Laptop Warranty is an expensive Ripoff, Don't buy their lies!!! .....
I purchased a Compaq Presario 1710TW Laptop from this Circuit City Store about 14 months ago. Against my better judgement I let the salesman, Mackie, talk me into purchasing a very expensive ($370) four year e...
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Categories: Computer Stores
316, Report:
#44449
Posted Date:
Feb 06 2003
V2 Premier You fine people have made a difference! rip-off Chaska Minnesota Nationwide ..Thank You Rip-off Report
Dear Friends,
Last night AT 10:00 PM I watched the Shop NBC program and decided to purchase the V2 Premier computer system. I selected the 17 inch flat panel monitor and my total was $2199.96.
As I and my wife continued to watch the program we decided that the 19 inch flat pa...
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Categories: On-Line Stores
317, Report:
#27830
Posted Date:
Jan 22 2003
Circuit City and Computer Support Plus Ripoff Fraudulent Dishonest Abused & Mistreated The business that doesn't give a dam Pennsdale Pennsylvania
Here's my problem: I purchased a Compaq Presario 1200 on December 4, 2000 and I also purchased an extended warranty for this product. The first day that I had the computer I inserted a 3 1/2 floppy disk and when I removed it the metal clip got stuck in the computer. I returned the...
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Categories: Audio & Electronic Retail Stores
318, Report:
#42049
Posted Date:
Jan 19 2003
Dell ripoff deceptive company screwed others too ripped off and scammed waste of time thieves swindlers Texas
You bought the propaganda and the long since past good reputation of name of Dell, sent in your money. Now you find you, your trust and your money have been ripped off and are stuck with a very expensive paperweight. Welcome to Dell Hell friend.
First the bad news, you have bett...
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Categories: Computer Dealers
319, Report:
#41902
Posted Date:
Jan 18 2003
Compaq ripoff Houston Texas
On Tuesday 01-07-03, I was having a problem with my
external modem. So I called Southwestern Bell who is
my DSL provider and told them what the error message
was, which was an error in my ?PPoE? so the guy
?Shawn? took me through a few steps to fix the problem with no luck. He h...
Entity
Categories: Computer Help Desk
320, Report:
#41888
Posted Date:
Jan 18 2003
Circuit City Extended Warranty Ripoff Fraud on Compaq Laptops San Jose California
I purchased a Compaq Presario 1800 computer at Circuit City in August 2001. The salesperson talked me into getting the extended warranty because it would allow me to upgrade my computer in a year for free. He said that all the staff did that...they purchase cameras, laptops, etc an...
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Categories: Computer Stores
321, Report:
#40459
Posted Date:
Jan 07 2003
Compaq Computers Compaq Rip-off Does anyone in tech support know what customer service is? the business that doesnt give a dam Houston Texas
Purcharsed Presario 700 Notebook in May of 2002. Had problems from day one. Jumped through all the hoops the many (different one every time) tech support people prescribed, to no avail. Sent computer back with notes of problems. Computer returned, not one of the problems had been f...
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Categories: Computer Service & Repair
322, Report:
#1732
Posted Date:
Dec 28 2002
Computer Rip-Off/ Bait and Switch
On August 1, 1999, I went to Pacific Coast, Inc to purchased a Compaq computer 550mb advertised for $1019. However was convinced by a salesman that an A-open 450 MHz, 128mb memory for technical support plus 127.33 tax which totaled $1625.33 was a better computer and a better buy.
...
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Categories: Computer Dealers
323, Report:
#37557
Posted Date:
Dec 08 2002
Radio Shack ripoff repair center said they knew that it was a problem system, why sell it to their customers?! Dunn North Carolina
Bought a computer and surge protector from
approx. $1000. , well if you read the fine print
on the surge protector it will not or do they
warranty any damage caused by power surge. the
computer is compaq presario 7922. after having
to replace the hardrive 3 times, the repair
...
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Categories: Audio & Electronic Retail Stores
324, Report:
#36629
Posted Date:
Nov 30 2002
Circuit City Circuit City Young America failed to honor rebate on E-Machine computer. Kingsport Tennessee
I purchased an E-Machine desktop computer tower, monitor and printer from Circuit City. Each item had an individual rebate form. All forms, receipts, UPC segments, etc., were mailed within the specified time period.
The $250.00 rebate for the tower was not provided. My calls to Y...
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Categories: Audio & Electronic Retail Stores
325, Report:
#35447
Posted Date:
Nov 18 2002
GE Zurich Warranty Refuses to honor extended warranty consumer fraud ripoff Dallas Texas
I purchased a Compaq Presario 1270 from Circuit City. I have had the motherboard replaced twice and continue to have problems. I have spent literally 3 hours on the phone with 2 service agents and was asked to make a startup disc from a different computer.
I attempted to do t...
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Categories: Computer Service & Repair