How to Package & Ship a Laptop PC
In a perfect world, laptop PC's would be shipped in their original packaging in order for the laptop to arrive at its destination safe and sound. Unfortunately most people do not keep the original packaging and if they sell the laptop PC, they then need to find an alternative. With a little effort, a laptop PC can be packaged and shipped safely.
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Instructions
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Choose a heavy-duty box several inches larger than the laptop and any extras that go with the machine such as external floppy drives and power cords. You want everything in the box as a single layer if possible.
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Remove the battery from the laptop. Wrap this in a layer of bubble wrap and use the packing tape to seal the wrap. Wrap any extra equipment the same way.
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Wrap the laptop in a double layer of bubble wrap.
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Lay the bubble wrapped items in the box. Fill any extra space around the laptop and accessories with packing peanuts.
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Close the box lid and secure with packing tape. It is always a good idea to tape all open edges also. To make the box extra secure, re-tape the bottom of the box.
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Ship via the method of your choice. UPS and FedEX have convenient drop off points in most towns. Parcel and Priority Mail can be shipped from your local post office.
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Tips & Warnings
Although it may cost a few dollars more to ship Priority mail instead of parcel post, the free, large Priority mail boxes are often the perfect size to ship a laptop and battery. The added plus is that they often arrive at their destination sooner than other shipping methods, which can take up to a week. You can also use foam sheets on the bottom and top of the box to add extra protection while the laptop is in transit to its destination. Many shipping services will pick up your package at your home if you call and request it.
Always wrap the battery separately from the laptop. If left inside, the movement during shipping could cause it to damage the laptop frame or other components.
