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If all else fails you can probably eBay it or some such - Apple products hold their value remarkably well.
 
Also, be polite about it. And if the first person doesn't or can't help. Ask to speak to a manager about it. It's not guaranteed by any means, but they have some flexibility in what they can do.
 
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