Refurbished Computer Deals and Best Sales

All4Cellular offers the refurbished first-generation Kindle Fire 7" Android Tablet, model no. B0051VVO5S, for $99.95. Coupon code "A4C10" drops it to $89.95. With $2 for shipping, that's tied with our expired mention from five days ago and $17 below the lowest price we could find for a refurbished unit, although we saw a refurb for $9 less after rebate last week. It runs a heavily-modified version of Google's Android OS and sports a dual core processor and 7" 1024x600 IPS display. It has 8GB of internal storage, although the intent is to stream most content directly from Amazon Cloud storage. It also lacks 3G support (WiFi is the only option).

A 90-day All4Cellular warranty applies.

MegaMacs offers the refurbished Apple 30" Cinema HD Widescreen LCD Monitor, model no. M9179LL/A, for $749.99 plus around $32 for shipping. That's $32 under our mention from last summer and the lowest total price we've seen for this display. It features a native resolution of 2560x1600, 400:1 contrast ratio, 16ms response time, and FireWire, USB, and DVI inputs. Deal ends May 22.

Note: A 30-day MegaMacs warranty applies.

MegaMacs offers the refurbished Apple 23" Aluminum Cinema LCD Monitor, model no. M9178LL/A, for $289.99 plus around $19 for shipping. That's the lowest total price we could find for a refurb by $75. It features a 1920x1200 native resolution, USB hub, two FireWire 400 ports, and DVI input. Deal ends May 22.

A 30-day MegaMacs warranty applies

Walmart offers the refurbished Google Nexus 10 32GB 10" Android Tablet, model no. GTP8110-HA32A, for $399.99 plus $3.97 for shipping. (Free Site-to-Store pickup is also available.) That's $26 under our similar refurb mention from two weeks ago and the lowest total price we've seen for a Google Nexus 10 32GB tablet. (It's also $81 under the best price we could find for a comparable new unit.) This 1.3-lb. tablet features a 10" 2560x1600 touchscreen display, ARM Cortex A15 1.5GHz dual-core processor, 2GB RAM, 32GB SSD, 5-megapixel camera, 1.9-megapixel front-facing camera, 802.11n wireless, Google Android 4.2 OS (Jelly Bean), and more.

Note that no warranty information is provided.

The Apple Store continues to offer its factory-refurbished Apple Mac mini Intel Core i7 2GHz Server (pictured), model no. MC936LL/A, for $759 with free shipping. That's tied with our mention from two weeks ago and $101 under the lowest total price we could find for a new unit. This Mac mini features an Intel Core i7 2GHz Sandy Bridge quad-core processor, 4GB RAM, dual 500GB 7200 rpm hard drives, 802.11n wireless, Gigabit Ethernet, and OS X 10.7 Lion Server.

Of note, The Apple Store also offers the factory-refurbished Apple Mac mini Intel Core i7 2GHz Server, model no. G0MH6LL/A, upgraded with 8GB RAM and a 256GB SSD for $1,099 with free shipping. That's tied with our mention from two weeks ago and the lowest total price we could find. A 1-year Apple warranty applies to both, the same as new systems.

Cisco continues to offer its factory-refurbished Cisco Linksys Smart Dual-Band 802.11n Wireless Gigabit Ethernet Router, model no. EA3500, for $59.99. (Click "Certified Refurbished EA3500" to see it.) Coupon code "HSPH10" cuts it to $53.99. With free shipping, that's $3 under our April mention of a refurb and the lowest total price we've seen. (It's also $42 under the lowest total price we could find for a new one.) This 300Mbps router features Cisco Connect Cloud support, simultaneous 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequencies, four Gigabit Ethernet ports, a MIMO antenna array, and more. A 90-day Cisco warranty applies.

MegaMacs offers the refurbished Apple iMac Core 2 Duo 3.06GHz 21.5" Desktop, model no. MB950LL/A, for $929.99 plus around $32 for shipping. That's $28 under last summer's mention of a refurb and the lowest total price we've seen for a refurbished unit with a 1TB hard drive. This iMac features the Intel Core 2 Duo processor, 21.5" 1920x1080 widescreen LCD, 4GB RAM, 1TB 7200 rpm hard drive, SuperDrive, Bluetooth 2.1 +EDR, AirPort Extreme, iSight, ATI Radeon HD 4670 256MB video card, and Mac OS X 10.6 (Snow Leopard). Deal ends May 22.

A 30-day MegaMacs warranty applies.

Dell Financial Services cuts 50% off any factory-refurbished or off-lease servers with no minimum purchase required via the coupon code "DEALNEWS50". That beats our mention from two weeks ago of 25% to 40% off select laptops and servers and is one of the best coupons we've seen for servers from Dell Financial Services. Shipping starts at $24.99. Dell refurbished systems are covered by a 100-day Dell warranty. Deal ends May 22.

The Apple Store discounts a selection of its factory-refurbished, 3rd-generation iPad WiFi + 4G models, with models starting $409. With free shipping on all orders, each is up to $50 off and the lowest total price we could find for these models with an Apple warranty. Each carries a 1-year Apple warranty, the same as new units. Note that not all colors may be available for all carriers listed below. Notables, with price drops:

• Refurb Apple iPad 16GB WiFi + 4G for AT&T in White or for Verizon in Black for $409 ($50 drop)
• refurb Apple iPad 32GB WiFi + 4G for AT&T in Black or VZW in Black or White for $499 ($50 drop)
• refurb Apple iPad 64GB WiFi + 4G for AT&T or Verizon in Black for $579 ($20 drop)

MegaMacs offers the refurbished Dell ST2420L 24" 1080p LED-Backlit Widescreen LCD Monitor for $149.99 plus around $16 for shipping. That's $14 under the lowest total price we could find for a new unit. (For futher comparison, we saw two monitors for $174 more last summer). Features include a 1920x1080 (1080p) native resolution, LED backlight, 8,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, 250 cd/m² brightness, 5ms response time, one HDMI input, and DVI and VGA video inputs. Deal expires May 22.

Of note, no warranty information is provided.

MegaMacs offers the refurbished Apple MacBook Intel Core 2 Duo 2.1GHz 13.3" Laptop in White (pictured), model no. MB402LL/A, for $359.99 plus around $15 for shipping. That's the best price we've seen for this model with 4GB of RAM and $203 under the lowest total price we could find for a used unit elsewhere. (For further comparison, we saw it with half the RAM for just $28 less two weeks ago.) Features include an Intel Core 2 Duo T8100 2.1GHz dual-core processor, 13.3" 1280x800 LCD, 4GB RAM, 120GB hard drive, DVD burner, iSight webcam, AirPort Extreme (802.11n wireless), Gigabit Ethernet, Bluetooth 2.0+EDR, and Mac OS X 10.7 Lion. Deal ends May 22.

A 30-day MegaMacs warranty applies.

MegaMacs offers the refurbished Apple iPad 2 16GB WiFi Tablet in Black, model no. MC773FD/A, for $289.99 with free shipping. That's $29 below our refurb mention from two weeks ago and $43 under the lowest total price we could find for a refurb elsewhere. This 0.3"-thick tablet weighs 1.3 lbs. and features an Apple A5 1GHz dual-core processor, 9.7" 1024x768 touchscreen LCD, 802.11n wireless, Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR, front and back cameras, 720p video capture, up to 10 hours of battery life, and more. Deal ends May 22.

Of note, a 90-day warranty applies, although it's unclear who backs it.

Walmart offers the refurbished 1.3-lb. Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1" 16GB Android Tablet in Titanium Silver, model no. GT-P5113-TS16A, for $249.99. Choose free Site-to-Store pickup to dodge the $3.97 shipping fee. That's tied with our mention from last week and the lowest total price we could find for a refurb by $26. It features a TI OMAP 4430 1GHz dual-core processor, 10.1" 1280x800 (720p) LCD, 1GB RAM, 16GB internal memory, 802.11n wireless, 3-megapixel rear camera, VGA front-facing camera, microSD card slot, Bluetooth, and Google Android 4.0 OS (Ice Cream Sandwich).

Dealfisher offers the factory-refurbished Coby Kyros 9.7" 8GB Internet Tablet with Google Android, model no. MID9742-8, for $99.99 with free shipping. (Amazon charges the same price.) That's $25 below our mention from last fall and $10 under the lowest total price we could find for a refurb elsewhere. This 1.1-lb. tablet includes a 9.7" 1024x768 touchscreen LCD, Cortex A8 1GHz processor, 8GB storage memory, 1GB RAM, 802.11n wireless, microSD card slot, front-facing 3-megapixel webcam, 720p video recording, mini HDMI output, USB connectivity, and Android 4.0 OS (Ice Cream Sandwich). A 90-day Coby warranty applies.

As one of its daily deals, Toshiba via eBay offers its factory-refurbished 5.5-lb. Toshiba C855D-S5320 AMD E-Series 1.7GHz 15.6" LED-Backlit Laptop, model no. PSCBQU-00E007B, for $259 with free shipping. That's $38 below our mention of a refurb from three weeks ago and $141 under the lowest total price we could find for a new unit elsewhere. It features an AMD E2-1800 1.7GHz dual-core processor, 15.6" 1366x768 LED-backlit LCD, 4GB RAM, 500GB hard drive, DVD burner, 802.11n wireless, webcam, 6-cell battery, and Windows 8. A 90-day Toshiba warranty applies.

Dell Outlet Business cuts 20% to 25% off select factory-refurbished laptops, desktops, and tablets via the coupon codes listed below. Plus, many items qualify for free shipping. They're among the best percent-off discounts we've seen from Dell Outlet Business on these systems in recent weeks. (We saw 25% off a smaller selection of refurbished laptops and desktops last month.) Refurbished computers carry a 1-year Dell warranty. Deal ends June 2. The deals:

• 25% off refurb Dell Latitude E5430 Laptops via code "X6M6TQ7T1N3SCV"
• 25% off refurb Dell Latitude 6430u Ultrabooks via code "$C39DS?2ZFCH9J"
• 25% off refurb Dell Latitude 10 or Latitude 10 Essential Tablets via code "LLLVH8935PFWTF"
• 20% off refurb Dell OptiPlex 9010 AIO Desktops via code "G$108R4ZC3CQ1$"
• 20% off refurb Dell Latitude E6430 Laptops via code "2LSPR14PF2?FVV"
• 20% off refurb Dell Latitude E6530 Laptops via code "?7TDLST$?JLJS5"
• 20% off refurb Dell Precision Laptops and Desktops via code "3RN9V92QJCCLCZ"

The Apple Store continues to discount a selection of factory-refurbished MacBook Air laptops, as listed below. Plus, each qualifies for free shipping. At up to $300 off, that's tied last week's mention and the lowest total price we could find for these systems. Each carries a 1-year Apple warranty, the same as new units. Items are removed from The Apple Store when sold out. Note that these systems are eligible for the OS X Mountain Lion Up-to-Date Program. Notables, each at least $90 under the lowest total price we could find for a new unit:

• Refurb MacBook Air MD223LL/A Intel Core i5 1.7GHz 11.6" 64GB SSD (pictured) for $849
• refurb MacBook Air MD224LL/A Intel Core i5 1.7GHz 11.6" 128GB SSD for $909
• refurb MacBook Air MD231LL/A Intel Core i5 1.8GHz 13.3" 128GB SSD for $999
• browse for more discounted refurbished MacBook Air laptops at the Apple Store

newegg offers the refurbished Logitech Wireless Bluetooth Audio System for Apple iPad, iPhone, and iPod in Black, model no. 984-000181, for $79.99. This $20 mail-in rebate cuts it to $59.99. With free shipping, that's $10 under our February mention of a refurb and the lowest total price we could find for a refurb now by $31. It features a rechargeable battery, two 3" laser-tuned neodymium drivers, Bluetooth, 3.5mm auxiliary cable, dock connector, and more. Rebate ends May 19.

A 90-day warranty applies but it's unclear who backs it.

Walmart offers the refurbished Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 (7.0) 7" 8GB Android Tablet in Titanium Silver, model no. GT-P3113-TS8ARB, for $149.99. Choose free Site-to-Store pickup to avoid a $3.97 shipping charge. That's tied with last week's refurb mention and the lowest total price we could find now by $15. It features a 1GHz dual-core processor, 1024x600 touchscreen display, 8GB of internal storage, front- and rear-facing cameras, 802.11n wireless, Bluetooth 3.0, microSD card slot, and Android 4.0 OS (Ice Cream Sandwich).

Of note, no warranty information is provided.