Apple Mac Laptop Insurance

To get a quote by telephone or email, please contact us on 01273 773 017 or chris@jsinsurance.co.uk

As you are probably aware more and more individuals, students, businesses and schools / colleges are using laptop computers and now the iPad. This is a vital piece of equipment to most people and that's why it should be insured for Accidental Damage and Theft

Apple Mac Laptop Insurance:

Mac laptops are a range of laptop computers created by the company Apple Inc.

Models:

Apple has created a number of different series of laptops over the years, including the iBook and the PowerBook series that have since been discontinued.

The main series of Apple Mac laptop computers are now the MacBook, the MacBook Pro and the MacBook Air.

MacBook

The MacBook series of laptop computers was first released onto the market in 2006. The series of computers replaced previous Apple computer models such as the PowerBook range and the iBook.

The MacBook is available in both black and white.

Since 2006, there have been a series of MacBook models released, from the MacBook 1.1 to the MacBook 5.2, released in 2009.

The latest model has the following features:

• Intel Core 2 Duo processor
• 2 GB memory
• Nvidia Geforce 9400M graphics
• 160 GB hard drive
• Mac OS X v10.5.6 operating system

MacBook Pro

The MacBook Pro is a series of laptops that were first released onto the market in 2006, replacing the PowerBook G4.

The latest MacBook Pro model was released in 2008 and has the following features:

• 17 inch LCD screen, with LED backlighting.
• 2.5 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor
• 4 GB memory
• 320 GB hard drive
• Nvidia Geforce 8600M GT with 512 MB of GDDR3 SDRAM graphics
• 68 watt hour battery

MacBook Air

First launched onto the market in 2008, the main selling point of the MacBook Air is its ultra portable design and lightweight build. It has the advantage of being lighter than many of its competitors.

Despite being promoted as the thinnest laptop available, this has proved controversial with other companies, who have also brought out ultra thin laptops.

The latest update of the MacBook Air laptop was brought out by Apple in 2010. This computer has the following features:

• Widescreen display with LED backlighting
• DisplayPort output Nvidia GeForce 320M graphics
• 1.4 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor
• 2 GB memory
• Additional flash storage

Common Problems

• Unexpected shut downs. The early MacBook models were often subject to randomly shutting down.
• Unexpected shut downs. The early MacBook models were often subject to randomly shutting down.
• Problems with the batteries. MacBook models created in 2007 suffered problems with the battery; the MacBook would not recognise it. This was due to a faulty logicboard.
• 2010 saw Apple recall a number of MacBook models created between 2006-2007, due to issues with the hard drive.
• Cracked top cover. Many users find that over time, the top of the laptop cover becomes cracked or starts to splinter.
• Stuck CD/DVD drive. This can be due to the internal slot load getting stuck and preventing the CD or DVD to come out, or it could be due to opening of the drive becoming warped or bent.
• Hard drive issues. Problems with hard drives is something that affects most laptops regardless of the company, so it is important to keep your work backed up if you do not wish to lose it.
• Problems with the trackpad. This is a more common issue with the older MacBook computers that do not have the glass trackpad seen on later models. The trackpad can be subject to sticking or coming lose. It is also unduly affected by moisture on hands, which can be resolved by shutting down the computer and cleaning the trackpad.
• Problems with the battery. Issues with the battery range from failure to charge, to not lasting as long as it should, to not being recognised by the computer.
• The laptop charger can fail.
• Problems starting up after being on sleep. Sometimes Macs can have problems waking up or fail to completely.

Support Numbers

If you should come across any of these problems, for technical support, contact Apple on 0844 209 0611

You can also make an appointment with the Genius Bar at your nearest Apple store.

Security Devices

Because of the inbuilt security provided by the OS X, Apple Mac laptops are secure from the outset from a number of potential threats.

The operating system is not susceptible to PC viruses.

As well as this, it automatically responds to any internet threats, without having to run security checks and computer sweeps to detect potential threats.

The data stored on your laptop is also automatically encrypted to protect it form third parties.

Serial Numbers

If you have the MacBook and want to find the serial number, it can be found using the following methods:

• On the bottom of the case of the laptop
• Shut down your computer and remove the battery. The serial number is on the inside of the battery bay
• If you still have the original packaging that the laptop came in, the serial number will be listed on the barcode of the packaging
• Depending on where you purchased your laptop, you may be able to find the serial number on the original receipt or invoice for the product

The serial number on the MacBook Pro can be found:

• Some MacBook Pro models have the serial number etched onto the back of the laptop
• It can also be found by removing the battery, on the wall of the battery bay
• The serial number can also be located by opening the battery bay
• Similarly to the MacBook, it can also be found on the barcode of the original packaging and, at times, on the original receipt or invoice for the product

For the MacBook Air, the serial number can be found:

• By going to the Apple menu and selecting About This Mac option. Double click on the version text and then the serial number will come up
• On the bottom of the computer
• On the bar code of the original packaging
• On the original receipt or invoice

Useful Websites: Apple UK

To get a quote by telephone or email, please contact us on 01273 773 017 or chris@jsinsurance.co.uk

This policy is issued by JS Insurance and underwritten by Amtrust International Limited.