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How do I preserve an unused computer?
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Mar 15, 20265930 viewsConfidence Score0%
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I have a netbook that I am not using but would like to preserve for posterity. What precautions do I need to take to ensure that the machine does not undergo any deterioration? The machine will remain switched off most of the time.
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If the computer will be stored a long time: If it's small enough, I'd put it in an airtight container with a desiccant (you could get one of those ones intended for closet dehumidification. A laptop w/o battery in a ziplock with a "do not eat this" …
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