How to Prepare
- 1Wipe data completely or physically destroy
- 2Remove from computer carefully
- 3Keep intact for professional data destruction
- 4Separate SSDs from traditional hard drives
Where to Recycle
- Computer repair shops
- E-waste recyclers
- Data destruction services
Special Instructions
Data security critical. Consider professional data destruction services.
Environmental Impact
Contains rare earth elements and precious metals. Proper recycling recovers valuable materials.