User:Lynnae/Laptop Extended Evaluation Guide

2. Physical Evaluation
&#9744; Take a good look at the laptop you are evaluating, on all sides. Start by looking for: &#9744; Check in with your instructor if you find any noteworthy physical issues. They may have you follow the Recycling or As-Is Guide instead.
 * Missing cover plates from the back of the laptop
 * Missing battery
 * Missing keyboard or keys
 * Cracked case parts or broken hinges
 * Damaged ports
 * Visible screen damage
 * This appears as hairline cracks or dark splatter-like marks inside the screen.
 * Oxidation or evidence of liquid spills

4. POST
&#9744; Try turning the machine on. &#9744; POST troubleshooting
 * RAM installation step?
 * POST troubleshooting guide?

5. Determine Specifications

 * BIOS guide? what do we need from BIOS here?

7. Install components

 * RAM
 * HDD