FAQ

Warranty Issues

One-Year Warranty
All computers (except OEM CPUs, and refurbished items) come with a warranty against manufacturer defect or failure for a period of one year from the date of purchase. This warranty covers replacement of the item or product with the same product or like product as determined by the customer when direct replacement is unavailable. Computers systems are covered by ALVA COMPUTERS for one year. Only software and hardware installed by ALVA COMPUTERS is covered, no other software is covered for support nor assistance.
Returns RMA Policy
Seller reserves the right to charge Buyer a minimum of 15% restocking fee on all returned or exchanged products *. No refunds are allowed on any OEM CPU or any opened Motherboard. Defective products will only be exchanged for like items. Non defective items will only be exchanged for a maximum of 30 days from the date of original purchase to Buyer. After 30 days from date of purchase, Seller reserves the right to honor product warranty by repair or replacement or referral to the Manufacturer. All return shipping costs for defective or non-defective items are solely the responsibility of the Buyer. Value for all refunds & exchanges will not exceed the current selling price for like item. All shipping charges are non-refundable in any circumstance.

Manufacturer Warranty
Manufacturers often offer additional warranty for the following products: hard drives, retail boxed CPUs, and monitors. Customers should contact the perspective manufacturer after warranty with ALVA COMPUTES expires. Customers may also pay ALVA COMPUTERS a service fee ($15 per item) plus shipping to have such warranty work completed through ALVA COMPUTERS.
Lifetime Warranty
Lifetime warranty is given to all memory. This warranty is for replacement of like items only. Lifetime warranty does not cover items out of production if ALVA COMPUTERS no longer stocks them. (Lifetime is defined as the lifetime of the product on the market. Outdated technology is not covered by lifetime warranty if the item is no longer available on the common market as a new product.)
Software Warranty
Software is not returnable or exchangeable once opened or activated, or if the serial number or registration number has been removed. Opened software includes, but is not limited to, removing the shrink wrap from the software or opening the seal on the envelope. Or activation of software

All Other Warranty Coverage
Certain parts may come with extended Manufacturer's Warranty. The equipment manufacturer honors this warranty and ALVA COMPUTERS assumes no responsibility in honoring this warranty.

Warranty Forfeiture
Warranty is not granted if a product is received without original invoice. Warranty is void if serial tags, receiving numbers, product stickers, or manufacturer seals have been removed, altered or tampered with. Warranty is void if mishandling, improper use, or defacing of the product that would normally void manufacturer's warranty has occurred.
Notes: (ALVA COMPUTERS) is not responsible for any damage to other parts or personal or property injury as a result of using any of our products or as a result of defective products. For instance, we are not responsible for damages to a motherboard if or when a power supply is defective. You may contact the manufacturer for any recourse. (2) By placing an order with ALVA COMPUTERS, you indicate that you have read this policy and agree with it. (3) There is no way for us to test all products before selling it.