I needed an inexpensive Laptop for DJing.  I looked up the minimum specs I needed and this fit the bill and then some.  It had a faster processor and more memory than I needed, but at $500 it was a steal.  The battery life isn't the greatest, but this is only used for DJing so it's really not a problem for me.  My refurbished unit was in great shape, only a few light marks on the chromed Apple logo, but everything else was pretty much perfect.  Everything works and I have no issues at all.  I will not hesitate to purchase another refurbished unit for utility purposes.