Laptop Evaluation Checklist

Eval Checklist coming soon.

STEPS	NOTES AND DETAILED DESCRIPTION
*LAPTOP EVALUATION STARTS WITH DATA SECURITY*	1. REMOVE THE HARD DRIVE and put it in the incoming HDD bin. Tape associated drive caddy parts, screws and adapter (if used) together for ease of reinstalling a new drive. 2. OPEN THE OPTICAL DRIVE by inserting a small diameter screwdriver or straightened paper clip into the caddy release hole. IF THERE IS MEDIA IN IT, REMOVE IT from the caddy and put it in the recycle bin. 3. Remove any memory cards accidentally left in reader slots.
*Recycle IF*	There is no USB port and / or the processor is slower than 799 MHZ. Is the display cracked, power connection broken, or other defect present rendering the laptop unusable? Not sure yet if its a recycle? Read on.
Power Up	For the laptop you are evaluating, retrieve a power supply from shelf matching output volts and amps to the input volts and amps specs on the laptop. This will give us more information to make a decision. Does it power on? Have a working display? Complete the Power On Self Test, and boot to Bios?
Definitions	Laptop - If it posts, meets minimum specs and has an acceptable display, It is not only a laptop but also a keeper. Craptop - If it is a newer laptop but doesn't function properly or at all, ask your instructor because it may be marketable for parts as a Craptop. A piece of crap that may or may not be repairable but is potentially usable for parts.
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