F-U to Update on New (almost) Mac in the house.

[C(-)ris]

You tried to snag a stellar deal and it didn't pan out. I'd get used to it, it happens a lot. I've had stuff like that happen dozens of times when trying to score a deal. Part of the opportunity cost of trying to be cheap.

For the future: You could have looked up the purchase date off the serial number in the store before you even purchased it. Also, I wouldn't start using something and loading software before you have all your due diligence and know what you have.

"Caveat Emptor", "Buyer Beware", and "You get what you pay for".