The Guide is intended to assist PCUG members by helping them to understand what their rights and obligations are and how to conduct purchases in ways that keep everybody happy. Where disputes do occur the Guide should give members a clearer idea of what rights they have and ways they can resolve their problems. Consumer law is complex, and in Australia is regulated by legislation of various jurisdictions - the Commonwealth, States and Territories. Even then, it is not an authoritative statement of the law which can be obtained only from an examination of the relevant legislation and case law. Determine what your computer hardware needs are.
Careful choice is a better form of protection than invoking legal remedies.
Find a reputable supplier - the Guide gives tips about how to assess this. Price should not be the only consideration when purchasing computers. Check claims made about products where possible. Evaluate the warranty offered, and also consider the capacity of the supplier to fulfil the warranty. List clearly the main features of the computer you are buying in a document associated with the contract, ie.