Can I return an open box but not open computer with no box?
Over the weekend I bought a refurbished mini pc to use as a streaming device to off load the stream processing from my gaming pc.
https://www.microcenter.com/product/675412/hp-elitedesk-800-g5-mini-desktop-computer-(refurbished)
The item came in a plain cardboard box, inside was the computer in shrink wrap, a boxed keyboard and mouse, and a power cord.
Because I had opened the box to look at the computer, my roommate thought on Trash Day (Monday) to just recycle the main box it came in… even though I didn't know if I wanted tor keep it
The computer itself is still shrink wrapped and accessories have never been opened.
Can I return it?
It's technically both opened and not opened.
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Hi! For returns, the original packaging is generally required. If it is not available, a restocking fee may be charged at in store management's discretion. I recommend speaking with them about the situation upon arrival.
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