Refurbished

[bedin@ace.com (Bedin)]

Hello folks. I have been reading along here and am enjoying all the
helpful info. It's a long story but within the next couple of weeks I
will be recieving a Thinkpad 755c. I have some suspicions as to whether
the unit will be refurbished or not. Aside from obvious cosemetic
appearances, is there a sure way by either a stamp or serial number to
tell if the unit is refurbished or not?  Any eductaed guesses
appreciated.
Also, would anyone know if there exists a FAQ somewhere on the net
related to THINKPADS?  I am trying to learn as much as I can.
Again thanks to all for the posts and to whomever administers this list.
email: bedin@ace.com