On Mon, 24 Mar 1997 12:18:53 EST, Jim Phillips
<[log in to unmask]> wrote:

>I don't want to start a flame war or anything, but. . .
>
>We are about to purchase two 918 LX's.
>
>Question #1:  What is the legitimacy of these third-party suppliers?
>Are they truly gray market?  What is HP's "official" stance on them?
>
Absolutely they are grey market.  HP has no official stance on them,
other than they want the market to go away.

>Question #2:  What have your experiences been with third party suppliers?
>We've pretty much decided who we're going to buy from, but specific
>recommendations/warnings via private email would be appreciated, as well
>as general warnings/recommendations.
Remember that HWP will include one year onsite support when you buy
new..  Make sure you factor in this value in determining your true
cost.

Also -- have you requested that HP quote you *USED* hardware?!!  They
will if you ask them to. It is usually a heck of a deal, and I have
seen enduser pricing around 50% off of list for some models.

David




>
>Responses are welcome from customers and third-party suppliers.
>
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