Old IT Equipment

What Should MSPs Do With Old IT Equipment From a Client? When a client replaces computers, servers, or networking equipment, an MSP should not simply store the old hardware or send everything straight to recycling. The better approach is to inventory the equipment, identify data-bearing devices, assess reuse or recovery value, and then arrange the […]

Surplus IT Equipment

What Should Businesses Do With Surplus IT Equipment After an Upgrade? When a business upgrades its computers, servers, or networking equipment, the old hardware should not automatically go to recycling. Some equipment can be reused. Some may still have recoverable value. Other devices may need secure data handling before they leave the business. The best […]

Old Computers Security Risk

7 Security Risks of Keeping Old Computers in Your Office Yes, keeping old computers in your office can create security risks even when the devices are no longer being used. Retired computers, laptops, servers, and hard drives may still contain sensitive business information, while outdated equipment can also create physical security, storage, and accountability problems. […]

Old Office Electronics Pickup Guide

Getting Rid of Old Office Electronics? Here’s What to Do Before Pickup If your office has a storage room, IT closet, or warehouse corner filled with retired computers, monitors, servers, or networking equipment, the hardest part may not be finding a recycler. It may be figuring out what needs to happen before the equipment leaves […]