How to Sell a Laptop & How to Erase Hard Drive
When a laptop no longer meets your needs it is time to back up your important files and properly dispose of it. You should also erase your hard drive to prevent others from being able to get your personal information. Throwing away your laptop may seem like the easiest thing to do, but you should consider trying to sell it, as computer stores and repair services are often willing to pay for parts or older machines.
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How to Sell a Laptop and How to Erase Hard Drive
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Back up your critical and important files.
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Erase your hard drive by permanently deleting your files using a third-party software. Download the software from an online source and follow the instructions to properly run the program.
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Use online classified advertising to sell your laptop. You can create an account on a local or national website and follow the instructions to post an advertisement.
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Tips & Warnings
When posting an ad, make sure you include the make and model of the laptop, the hard disk capacity, RAM size and peripherals such as wireless capacity and number of USB ports. Also, list any damage, defects or other pertinent information. Merchandise with pictures in their listings are more likely to sell.
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