I did something dumb.....
When I purchased a mini back in January, I had it in mind to also get the Applecare warranty. While checking online for my warranty information I find that the mini was not registered, nor was the Applecare. Thinking back, I recall that C-usa (where I purchased both at the same time) did not have the A-care in stock. For some reason, life kept me busy and I totally spaced going back for the Applecare. I'm not sure if I can go back and claim I never received it after such a long time span. For some reason, the receipt they gave me does not list the usual serial number for either the mini or the Applecare that I paid for. I did contact both Apple and Cusa. Apple told me to contact Cusa and see if I can get the serial number for the Acare. My thinking is that since they did not scan the serial number to begin with, I doubt that they know whether or not I received the box.
Looking in the mirror I see more gray hair everyday. sigh.....
Hi Petra,
I did pay for it. I'm going to send Apple a letter along with a copy of the receipt to see if they'll be able to help me out with this. The store where I purchased the pair is unable to track any serial number for anything that I purchased. Figures! Lesson learned on my part. To think the least expensive mac I own is going to cost the most in warranty coverage. (well almost, for my Powerbook the Acare is $349) Hope Apple is kind to me.
I have until the 22nd of January 06.
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