Maintenance of a post-lease laptop. How to take care of your devices so that it works for a longer period of time?
Laptop maintenance is very important, especially for post-lease devices. Although they are refurbished, they should be cared for in the same way as new equipment, as they are prone to the same faults and problems. In this article we will try to show you how to take care of them, what to be afraid of and what to avoid in order to enjoy your device for as long as possible.
Why you should take care of your laptop?
The reasons are many. The first is financial reasons. None of us is likely to be eager to buy a new laptop every now and then. Such a solution allows us to save money for other expenses or pleasures we want to make for ourselves. By taking care of your laptop, you take care of the planet! Yes, you didn't mishear. Creating new devices heavily depletes the natural resources of our beloved planet. By manufacturing and purchasing new equipment, we are giving tacit permission to use it for something we could have stopped. Let's keep in mind that the raw materials will run out at some point, so try to use as little as possible. Keeping our laptop in good condition will also help us avoid a lot of unpleasantness. When keeping various data, memorabilia and similar creations, we want them to be safely stored. If we don't keep files in the cloud, a malfunction of our device can cause data loss. Of course, some of them can be reproduced, but this involves spending additional time on something we have already processed.
How to take care of laptop batteries?
One of the most important factors that affect the life of a post-lease laptop is the battery. We know that it can often be easily replaced, but why risk unnecessary costs when we can take care of it ourselves! First, let's try not to overcharge our battery. By keeping it properly charged, the battery will be able to hold energy much longer. Here we recommend that it be charged between 30%-70% or 20%-80%. Seemingly a small thing, and it can work wonders! Second, when doing desktop work, if possible try to unplug the battery from the laptop. Working directly on the cable, we do not need a battery for the laptop to work properly. This solution is very simple, and extremely effective. Third, let's try to calibrate our battery every few months. In a nutshell, the process involves completely discharging the battery and recharging it back to its full value. Such a process helps our system to better determine the charge level of our batteries, increase energy efficiency or even, in some types of batteries, restore them to their original capacity value.
How to clean a laptop?
Keeping a laptop clean is quite a challenge. Why? The laptop gets dirty not only on the outside, but also on the inside. Dust on the outside of the laptop is easy to clean up. We recommend using special microfiber cloths and appropriate chemicals. In this way, our device will be safe and will not be damaged by poor selection of cleaning products. We also recommend compressed air and special cleaning brushes. They will help reach nooks and crannies that are otherwise hard to clean. The inside of a laptop is much more difficult and requires knowledge not to damage any of the components. To do this, you need to unscrew the bottom flap and, using the previously mentioned brushes and compressed air, gently vacuum all the components. On this occasion, it is worth considering replacing the thermal paste on the processor. The reason for the overheating of the laptop may turn out to be not only dust and dirt, but also old paste.
Is the current software valid?
Definitely yes! Programs are updated to level out errors and the possibility of unpleasant incidents. In order to keep your post-lease laptop running properly, it's a good idea to periodically check for any updates to the software you're currently using. This also applies to all sorts of antivirus software. Malware continues to evolve, making it a growing threat. We can never be sure that we are safe if we do not have adequate security. Let's make sure our devices are safe!
