Model Comparison and Features
2013 Laptop Descriptions
What if I purchase an Apple MacBook Pro?
Warranty: 3 year parts coverage (Applecare) with purchase of laptop
If you purchase Accidental damage protection, you will receive 3 years of coverage with a $25.00 deductible.
Loaner pool available
Families own software licenses for laptop operating system (OS 10.8) and Microsoft Office 2011
School provides other software required for the academic program
What if I purchase a Lenovo ThinkPad?
Warranty: 3 year parts coverage with purchase of laptop
Accidental damage: 3 year accidental damage protection with Lenovo ThinkPad Protection plan (TPP); no deductible
Loaner pool available
Families own software licenses for laptop operating system (Seven) and Microsoft Office 2013
School provides other software required for the academic program
What does the parts warranty cover?
- Any part failure due to manufacturing defect through the time period of the warranty
- Special note: the battery warranty is for one year only
What does the accidental damage protection cover?
- Any part failure due to accidental damage; for example, cracked screen, broken case, damage due to liquid spills
- No limit on number of claims per year or over the lifetime of the coverage
What about theft insurance?
- Optional theft insurance through LaptopSchools.com covers theft, with a $100 deductible
- Homeowner's insurance may also include theft protection (contact your insurance company)