Yes, this is a refurbished machine, but for what I need to use it for - mostly home office stuff, a little photo editing, and the like, it is perfect.  It is a bit noisy, but it hums right along and does what it needs to do.  A good value, this machine is not a world-beater gaming computer, but for a guy like me, it is perfect.  One more thing - I bought mine from TekRefurbs.  I recommend them, as they are quick to respond to issues, and sent a clean machine.  It was not full of bloatware and came with unadvertised WiFi as a bonus.  When the antenna they sent was broken, all it to was a quick email, and I had two FedExed to me the next day - no charge.  That is customer service, and that is worth it.  I will buy from them again.