Standing screen display size | 15.6 Inches |
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Screen Resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
Max Screen Resolution | 1920 x 1080 |
Processor | 4.2 GHz apple_ci5 |
RAM | 8 GB DDR4 |
Hard Drive | 256 GB SSD |
Graphics Coprocessor | Integrated |
Chipset Brand | Intel |
Card Description | Integrated |
Graphics Card Ram Size | 8 GB |
Wireless Type | 802.11ax |
Number of USB 2.0 Ports | 1 |
Number of USB 3.0 Ports | 3 |
Average Battery Life (in hours) | 5 Hours |
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- Coverage for accidental damage including drops, spills, and broken parts, as well as breakdowns (plans vary)
- 24/7 support when you need it.
- Quick, easy, and frustration-free claims.
- No Additional Cost: You pay nothing for repairs – parts, labor, and shipping included.
- Coverage: Plan starts on the date of purchase. Drops, spills and cracked screens due to normal use are covered from day one. Malfunctions are covered by the plan after the manufacturer's warranty ends (typical laptop warranties last 1 year– consult your laptop warranty term). Real experts are available 24/7 to help with set-up, connectivity issues, troubleshooting and much more.
- Easy Claims Process: File a claim anytime online or by phone. Most claims approved within minutes. If we can’t repair it, we’ll send you an Amazon e-gift card for the purchase price of your covered product or replace it.
- Product Eligibility: Plan must be purchased with a product or within 30 days of the product purchase. Pre-existing conditions are not covered.
- Terms & Details: More information about this protection plan is available within the “Product guides and documents” section. Simply click “User Guide” for more info. Terms & Conditions will be available in Your Orders on Amazon. Asurion will also email your plan confirmation with Terms & Conditions to the address associated with your Amazon account within 24 hours of purchase.
- No Additional Cost: You pay nothing for repairs – parts, labor, and shipping included.
- Coverage: Plan starts on the date of purchase. Drops, spills and cracked screens due to normal use are covered from day one. Malfunctions are covered by the plan after the manufacturer's warranty ends (typical laptop warranties last 1 year– consult your laptop warranty term). Real experts are available 24/7 to help with set-up, connectivity issues, troubleshooting and much more.
- Easy Claims Process: File a claim anytime online or by phone. Most claims approved within minutes. If we can’t repair it, we’ll send you an Amazon e-gift card for the purchase price of your covered product or replace it.
- Product Eligibility: Plan must be purchased with a product or within 30 days of the product purchase. Pre-existing conditions are not covered.
- Terms & Details: More information about this protection plan is available within the “Product guides and documents” section. Simply click “User Guide” for more info. Terms & Conditions will be available in Your Orders on Amazon. Asurion will also email your plan confirmation with Terms & Conditions to the address associated with your Amazon account within 24 hours of purchase.
- Buy a lot of stuff on Amazon? Tons of items eligible for coverage, from the latest tech like Laptops, Game Consoles, TVs, Phones, and Cameras to major appliances, sporting goods, tools, toys, personal care, furniture, and more (not eligible for commercial or business use items).
- Accidents Happen. That’s why for your portable products we cover accidental damage from handling such as drops, spills and cracked screens. We also cover electrical and mechanical malfunctions, power surges, and wear and tear.
- Today's and Future Purchases covered. 30 days after you are enrolled, all eligible purchases today and eligible future purchases made on Amazon will be covered by your plan as long as you are enrolled.
- Fast, easy claims. Frustration-Free claims, with most filed in minutes. We will fix it, replace it, or reimburse you with an Amazon e-gift card for the purchase price of your product (excluding tax). File at Asurion.com/amazon.
- No Hidden Fees. For just $16.99 a month + tax you’re covered for up to 5,000 in claims per 12-month period. *THIS PROGRAM IS MONTH-TO-MONTH AND WILL CONTINUE UNTIL CANCELED* Coverage for all products ends 30 days after the plan is canceled. Cancel any time.
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- Coverage for accidental damage including drops, spills, and broken parts, as well as breakdowns (plans vary)
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Acer Aspire 5 Slim Laptop, 15.6" Full HD IPS Display, 10th Gen Intel Core i5-10210U, 8GB DDR4, 256GB PCIe NVMe SSD, Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201 802.11ax, Fingerprint Reader, Backlit KB, A515-54-59W2, Silver
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Brand | acer |
Model Name | A515-54-59W2 |
Screen Size | 15.6 Inches |
Color | Silver |
Hard Disk Size | 256 GB |
CPU Model | Intel Core i5 |
Ram Memory Installed Size | 8 GB |
Operating System | Windows 10 Home |
Special Feature | Numeric Keypad |
Graphics Card Description | Integrated |
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display size | 15.6 inches | — | 15.6 inches | 15.6 inches | 15.6 inches | — |
hard disk size | 256 GB | 512 GB | 128 GB | 128 GB | 512 GB | 512 GB |
computer memory size | 8 GB | 8 GB | 8 GB | 8 GB | — | 16 GB |
cpu manufacturer | Intel | Intel | Intel | AMD | Intel | Intel |
cpu speed | 4.2 GHz | 4.4 GHz | 4.1 GHz | 4.1 GHz | 2.1 GHz | 2.1 GHz |
cpu model number | Core i5-10210u | i5-1240P | i3-1115G4 | Ryzen 3 7320U | i5-13420H | i5-13420H |
operating system | Windows 10 Home | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 S | Windows 11 S | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
RAM tech | DDR4 | DDR4 | DDR4 | LPDDR5 | DDR5 | DDR5 |
graphics coprocessor | Integrated | Intel | Intel UHD Graphics | AMD Radeon Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 | Intel UHD Graphics |
GPU manufacturer | Intel | NVIDIA | Intel | AMD | NVIDIA | Intel |
wireless tech | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
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Acer Aspire 5 A515-54-59W2 comes with these high level specs 10th Generation Intel Core i5-10210U Processor 1 6GHz with Turbo Boost Technology up to 4 2GHz (6MB Smart Cache) Windows 10 Home 15 6" Full HD (1920 x 1080) widescreen LED-backlit IPS Display Intel UHD Graphics 620 8GB DDR4 Memory 256GB PCIe NVMe SSD True Harmony Technology Two Built-in Stereo Speakers Acer Purified Voice Technology with Two Built-in Microphones Acer Fingerprint Reader supporting Windows Hello Intel Wireless Wi-Fi 6 AX201 802 11ax Dual-Band 2 4GHz and 5GHz featuring 2x2 MU-MIMO technology (Max Speed up to 2 4Gbps) 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet LAN (RJ-45 port) Bluetooth 4 2 Back-lit Keyboard HD Webcam (1280 x 720) 1 - USB 3 1 (Type-C) port (Gen 1 up to 5 Gbps) 2 - USB 3 1 Gen 1 Port (one with Power-off Charging) 1 - USB 2 0 Port 1 - HDMI Port with HDCP support Lithium-Ion Battery Up to 9 5-hours Battery Life 3 97 lbs | 1 8 kg (system unit only) (NX HN3AA 003).
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Brand | acer |
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Series | A515-54-59W2 |
Item model number | A515-54-59W2 |
Hardware Platform | PC |
Operating System | Windows 10 Home |
Item Weight | 3.97 pounds |
Product Dimensions | 14.31 x 9.86 x 0.71 inches |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 14.31 x 9.86 x 0.71 inches |
Color | Silver |
Processor Brand | Intel |
Number of Processors | 4 |
Computer Memory Type | DDR4 SDRAM |
Flash Memory Size | 256 |
Hard Drive Interface | Solid State |
Hard Drive Rotational Speed | 0.01 RPM |
Optical Drive Type | No Optical Drive |
Power Source | Battery Powered |
Voltage | 240 Volts |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
Additional Information
ASIN | B07XPLKZ5P |
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Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #39,245 in Computers & Accessories (See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories) #6,367 in Traditional Laptop Computers |
Date First Available | November 13, 2019 |
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Acer Aspire 5 Slim Laptop, 15.6" Full HD IPS Display, 10th Gen Intel Core i5-10210U, 8GB DDR4, 256GB PCIe NVMe SSD, Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201 802.11ax, Fingerprint Reader, Backlit KB, A515-54-59W2, Silver
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Launch Your Creativity
Powerful and portable, the Aspire 5 laptop delivers on every aspect of everyday computing. Housing a 10th Gen Intel Core Processor, this Aspire 5 can tackle any job no matter how complex. Creativity soars to new heights with sharp, crisp visuals showcased on the 15.6" Full HD IPS screen, while the thin bezel provides you more space to work with wherever inspiration strikes. It’s the perfect companion to take with you wherever you go!

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Powerful Processing
The triple threat of performance, connectivity & entertainment - 10th Gen Intel Core i5-10210U CPU.
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Exceptional Performance
Your device stays at your side all day with up to 9.5 hours of battery life.
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Exceptional Visuals
Creativity soars to new heights with sharp, crisp visuals showcased on the 15.6" Full HD IPS screen.
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Wireless WiFi 6
Wi-Fi 6 - based on the 802.11ax standard, is a giant leap forward in wireless connectivity.

Maximized Visuals
The narrow-bezel design offers more real estate for amazing images. Crisp, true-to-life colors come alive on a 15.6” Full HD IPS display with Acer Color Intelligence. Keep your eyes free from strain and watch or work for long sessions using Acer BlueLightShield.

Intelligent Performance
The triple threat of performance, connectivity and entertainment – 10th Gen InteI Core i5 processor opens more possibilities than ever before. Groundbreaking intelligent performance features adapt to you and the things you do, for a more personalized and responsive experience.

Premium Looks and Mobility
Travel with ease and look great doing it with the Aspire 5 thin, light design and aluminum top cover.

The Power of Sound
Turn up the music with Acer TrueHarmony, bringing you deeper bass and more volume through its innovative speaker design.

Wireless WiFi 6 Convenience
Wi-Fi 6 - based on the 802.11ax standard, is a giant leap forward in wireless connectivity. This new Wi-Fi will improve your wireless experience.

Backlit Keyboard & FPR Reader
Work comfortably in any environment with the backlit keyboard. The built-in fingerprint reader provides easy, secure access with just one touch.

Customer reviews
Customer Reviews, including Product Star Ratings help customers to learn more about the product and decide whether it is the right product for them.
To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. It also analyzed reviews to verify trustworthiness.
Learn more how customers reviews work on AmazonCustomers say
Customers find the laptop performs well, with fast boot-up times and decent processor performance, while offering great value for money. The screen quality receives positive feedback for its 1080p display and color production, and the keyboard illuminates perfectly with adjustable brightness. The sound quality receives mixed reviews, with some praising the silent fan while others find the speakers lacking. The functionality and battery life show mixed results, with some units stopping working suddenly and battery life deteriorating over time.
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Customers praise the laptop's performance, with one customer noting it outperforms Dell and HP models.
"...is excellent for it's size and it has been able to flawlessly perform any video chatting task I have put forth...." Read more
"...The keys are easy to type along. It's not too flashy, and the keys light up. The touch pad (mouse) is easy to navigate...." Read more
"...Star Addition...the fingerprint reader is running reliably after the last software update!!..." Read more
"Four year update: laptop is still going but not going great. It has crashed 6-7 times, blue screen of death/from face...." Read more
Customers praise the laptop's speed, noting that it boots up quickly and has decent processor performance, with one customer mentioning that it connects to Wi-Fi instantly with no problems.
"...It takes seconds to power up and down...." Read more
"...This one has presented ZERO issues and is LIGHTNING fast. I'm VERY pleased with EVERYTHING about this laptop...." Read more
"...Eval of Speed under stress-this baby flies! The web access is faster than my provider service, and access to my NAS screams!..." Read more
"...It is fast! Little to almost no wait time. Literally less than 3 secs to start up and to go from site to site...." Read more
Customers find the laptop to be a great value, offering good quality for the price.
"...Overall, it is a great laptop for the price and will most the needs of most users." Read more
"...So, this laptop is an astounding value! The screen is bright, battery life is unexpectedly long (follow the battery break in instructions!),..." Read more
"...256 GB is not too big of a disc, but again, is SSD so it's understandable for the price. Totally recommend it." Read more
"...(solid-state drive storage) It's fast, it's very capable and it is quite a deal considering how much it costs...." Read more
Customers appreciate the keyboard's backlighting, which can be adjusted to super bright levels, and one customer mentions it works well in dark or dim lighting conditions.
"...The keys are easy to type along. It's not too flashy, and the keys light up. The touch pad (mouse) is easy to navigate...." Read more
"...So, this laptop is an astounding value! The screen is bright, battery life is unexpectedly long (follow the battery break in instructions!),..." Read more
"...complaints about the device i have is that the brightness never really seems bright enough the fact that the speakers are on the front bottoms..." Read more
"...Perfect for day to day home tasks, light work or a student. 256 GB is not too big of a disc, but again, is SSD so it's understandable for the price...." Read more
Customers praise the laptop's screen quality, noting its 1080p resolution, gorgeous display, and excellent color production. One customer specifically mentions that the onscreen video is clear and in sync with audio.
"...It takes seconds to power up and down. The screen quality is excellent for it's size and it has been able to flawlessly perform any video chatting..." Read more
"...The laptop itself is aesthetically pleasing. The keys are easy to type along. It's not too flashy, and the keys light up...." Read more
"...sleep are really fast, computing tasks sing along, and any video playback is flawless...." Read more
"super easy set up, up and running in a few minutes, the screen quality is very good, super clear and appealing colors, fast processing power with..." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the laptop's sound quality, with some noting that the fan is practically silent, while others report that the audio isn't super loud and the speakers are greatly lacking.
"...The speaker volume isn’t very loud but I use headphones so it’s not a deal breaker...." Read more
"...If you have the laptop on a desk, a table, or your lap, all audio will be muffled due to the speakers being covered up...." Read more
"...nice display, good RAM, good processor, good battery, very light and quiet. Perfect for day to day home tasks, light work or a student...." Read more
"...Also, the speakers are on the bottom. The sound isn't super loud as it is, and it can become muffled sitting on your lap...." Read more
Customers have mixed experiences with the laptop's battery life, with some finding it good while others report that it deteriorates quickly.
"...The time estimate next to battery life is also completely wrong and fluctuates randomly..." Read more
"...The screen is bright, battery life is unexpectedly long (follow the battery break in instructions!),..." Read more
"...It will just keep doing this. The battery life has already dropped by 50% from when we bought it and the volume on the speakers is poor...." Read more
"...Very nice display, good RAM, good processor, good battery, very light and quiet. Perfect for day to day home tasks, light work or a student...." Read more
Customers report multiple issues with the laptop's functionality, including sudden shutdowns, complete failure, and touchpad unresponsiveness. One customer specifically mentions problems with the headphone jack, speakers, and camera.
"...Problem is, multiple times a day, the driver gets bent and it just stops. One can access Device Manager and uninstall/reinstall...." Read more
"...Another thing is - a couple months ago the touch pad stopped working entirely. I tried all the trouble shooting possible with no luck...." Read more
"...The headphone jack and speakers have randomly stopped working probably a handful of times over the past 3 years...." Read more
"Only had this computer for three months until the operating system crashed. Had to pay another $50.00 and wait a week to have a working computer...." Read more
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Good speed, AMAZING battery, not so great sound
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- Reviewed in the United States on April 30, 2020I purchased with the intent of completing moderate tasks like Video chatting, Movie watching, and minor audio editing. I also wanted a laptop that was quick to power up and down.
This laptop has met my expectations of everything I ordered it for. It takes seconds to power up and down. The screen quality is excellent for it's size and it has been able to flawlessly perform any video chatting task I have put forth. If I do start pushing the limits, then I know I can upgrade it from 8gig of RAM to 20 very easily.
If I had a complaint, it would be more constructive criticism than anything else. The fan vents are on the bottom making it best used on a flat surface where there will be plenty of airflow. I do not recommend using this on a blanket or any other cloth surface or the computer will begin to heat up very quickly.
Overall, it is a great laptop for the price and will most the needs of most users.
- Reviewed in the United States on April 24, 2020I don't consider myself a Novice when it comes to technology, and I also consider myself to have a slightly higher standard than basic when it comes to technology. This laptop is everything I could have dreamed of and more. The laptop itself is aesthetically pleasing. The keys are easy to type along. It's not too flashy, and the keys light up. The touch pad (mouse) is easy to navigate. There's no way to go wrong with this laptop. It does not have touch screen, but I have no desire for a touch screen. I originally returned an ASUS 14" Touch-Screen Laptop - AMD Ryzen 5 - 8GB Memory - 256GB Solid State Drive - Silver to Best Buy. The laptop was $150 more than this one, but it had produced a Hardware Access Error on day one for video chat. Not being completely ignorant to technology, I went to the web to find solutions, none of which had work. After failing for two days, I returned it. This one has presented ZERO issues and is LIGHTNING fast. I'm VERY pleased with EVERYTHING about this laptop. I've even downloaded Chrome and made it my default with ZERO issues. My laptop has adjusted with ZERO ISSUES. HIGHLY recommend to anyone with Novice or Intermediate technological abilities.
- Reviewed in the United States on August 16, 2020UPDATE!!
I've now owned the laptop for some time. The problems outlined below required a full default restore and reinstall of ALL programs. That always was/is a pain. All drivers were updated after the restore operation and before programs were put in place. Plus, research revealed how to turn audio and visual alerts of caps lock and num lock key changes on (See Accessibility options). That really helped make the absence of the lights a non-issue.
After the latest updates, the fingerprint reader is working very well. Occasionally, one must try several times, often with a sliding motion to get it to read; however, it reads every time!
At this point (and NO THANKS to Acer!!), this is the laptop that I wanted when I purchased it! Acer should be proactive in highlighting these items so as to save their customers hassle. Hopefully, this will help others to get the machine doing what is expected...
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After just less than 3 months of ownership, the camera is inoperative. It shows the green 'on' light for a second (when activated), then fails with the error, 'media capture failed event.' It seems to be hardware, since every recommended software fix fails.
Additionally, after the latest update to Windows 10, it nows fails with the 'BSOD (bluescreen of death)' failure. SFC /scannow (with the prerequisite DISM /online /cleanup-image /restorehealth) and CHKDSK FAIL to fix the error.
Star Addition...the fingerprint reader is running reliably after the last software update!!
Now, if there was only a way to see caps lock status...it would be perfect.
So, this laptop is an astounding value! The screen is bright, battery life is unexpectedly long (follow the battery break in instructions!), and the ergonomics of the device are very nice indeed!
Eval of Speed under stress-this baby flies! The web access is faster than my provider service, and access to my NAS screams! Boot up and recovery from sleep are really fast, computing tasks sing along, and any video playback is flawless.
The SSD is a little small for my needs, but doubling it was easy, using the provided cage and connector (Note that I stayed with another generic SSD so as to preserve the overall speed). So far, the 8 GB of provided RAM have been sufficient. Even complex multi-operations don't get above 62% of available RAM.
The bad? There is no CAPS or NUM LOCK light! This is a minor, but needless shortcoming. The FINGERPRINT READER by Elan--Wow it is BAD! When it works, it is a dream. Problem is, multiple times a day, the driver gets bent and it just stops. One can access Device Manager and uninstall/reinstall. Sometimes, that will fix it. Other times, the driver will stay dead for a couple of days, then restart. Nothing mechanical here, just the driver is notorious for this behavior across several brands. I took off one star for these two issues.
If Acer would fix the reader, I'd up it to 5 with no reservations, since the Caps/Num Lock thing is so minor.
ACER, DO YOU HEAR YOUR CUSTOMERS??
- Reviewed in the United States on May 31, 2020I really looked around and researched the large quantity of laptops that are currently on the market. If your like me, I want something that will give me plenty of storage, is dependable for next few years, and provides durability and speed. I also don't want to have to waste time for set up. Well, this is truly excellent machine. It meets all my requirements and then some! First off, no guessing involved. It comes ready to plug in and begin. The set up is pre-programmed into the system so you can just follow the prompts. Because I like tons of storage for just about everything I have, I got the 480 SS Plus Scandisk to increase my storage. I read in several reviews that this device seemed to effortlessly accept this much storage even though the specs state a lesser capacity. It works just fine! The screen specs are spectacular, so if you are a gamer, this model will not sell you short. The greatest advantage of this computer is the SPEED! It is fast! Little to almost no wait time. Literally less than 3 secs to start up and to go from site to site. I can't say enough about this model. I waited for two weeks before writing a review just to be sure I wouldn't get any surprises. So far so good. I will post and update in another few weeks. By the way, do get the protection plan. It is costly, but it lasts 4 years and will provide alot of peace of mind.
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- Reviewed in the United States on August 16, 2020I'm extremely pleased with this computer. Extremely fast, boots in a few seconds, thanks to the SSD disk. Very nice display, good RAM, good processor, good battery, very light and quiet. Perfect for day to day home tasks, light work or a student. 256 GB is not too big of a disc, but again, is SSD so it's understandable for the price. Totally recommend it.
Top reviews from other countries
- Amazon userReviewed in Canada on August 3, 2020
5.0 out of 5 stars Good, solid home laptop
Arrived on schedule, well packed and in new condition, worked as advertised, no problems so far (owned for 1 month)
- Yvonne Duffy-CrosbyReviewed in Canada on January 17, 2021
5.0 out of 5 stars Very good
Easy installation
- Francis LeeReviewed in Canada on August 25, 2020
4.0 out of 5 stars Quick, good value. Poor audio
Solid built and just the right weight. Battery life is decent. Runs fairly quick with the ssd. Audio is pretty bad so I give it 4 stars. The speaker grill is on the bottom with enough room to slide a penny between it and the floor. Need a bt speaker when watching movies
- ChrisReviewed in Canada on July 18, 2020
5.0 out of 5 stars Good computer so far
So far the laptop is working well, charges quickly
- DirkReviewed in Canada on July 31, 2021
1.0 out of 5 stars Don't buy
Bought this item from Amazon warehouse deals. It was supposed to be refurbished. When I turned it on, the name of the previous owner was still on the sign on screen. So I needed the password of the previous owner. I contacted Acer support. They gave me instructions for a system reset. Nothing worked. Acer support told me: try to Email the previous owner. The Email of the previous owner was showing on the sign on screen. I emailed the previous owner but the Email failed. It is obvious that the unit was never refurbished. They simply sent the returned item to me without even looking at it. The Amazon support agent told me to return it for a refund. The returned item was received by Amazon 8 days ago, but I am still waiting for my refund.. I have bought other refurbished items from Amazon warehouse deals without any problems. In this case it borders on fraud. The person that allowed this obviously faulty product to be shipped to a customer should be fired. I have been an Amazon customer for 20 years and have never experienced anything this stupid.