Laptop Recycling

Recycling

Laptops that don't make the cut are recycled in the Laptop Build area by Laptop volunteers. Recycling laptops is often the first task new Laptop volunteers have. By recycling laptops, new volunteers are able to learn where laptop components are located, what they look like, and how to remove them. Since the laptops will not be rebuilt, it doesn't matter if the laptop inadvertently gets damaged in the recycling process (also a plus for new volunteers).

STEPS	NOTES AND DETAILED DESCRIPTION
REMOVE HARD DRIVE	Check that the Hard Drive has been removed, otherwise remove it.
Remove the Microsoft Sticker and Asset Tags	Microsoft sticker can usually be found on the back of the laptop. Get rid of anything that identified the former owner, whether an individual or a business.
Remove reusable parts (ask where they go)	RAM CD-RW / DVD-ROM combo DVD-RW Wireless Cards (onboard and/or PCMCIA) optional: Hard Drive caddy, adapter, and screws if instructor wants to salvage them
Reassemble laptop as best as possible	Do what you can.
Affix Hard Drive Removed sticker to lid	Your instructor will initial this to confirm that the hard drive has been removed.
Put laptop on the recycling cart.	Whole laptops go on the top shelf and leftover bits and pieces on the bottom shelf.