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    Best way to ship a computer?

    Discussion in 'Asus' started by chipmoney, Jan 17, 2010.

  1. chipmoney

    chipmoney Notebook Evangelist

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    I need to send in my notebook to be repaired and I was wondering what the best way to protect it while shipping is.
     
    chipmoney, Jan 17, 2010
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  2. Lithus

    Lithus NBR Janitor

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    Fedex sells laptop boxes and the UPS Store can pack things for you.
     
    Lithus, Jan 17, 2010
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  3. David

    David NBR Random Reviewer NBR Reviewer

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    Shipping a laptop in it's original packaging is the best way. However, if you don't have the original packaging, I'd recommend bubble wrapping the laptop + double boxing it.
     
    David, Jan 17, 2010
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  4. djembe

    djembe drum while you work

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    I second the bubble wrap suggestion. When I had to send in my notebook, I put it in its carrying case and then bubble wrapped around the case for added protection.
     
    djembe, Jan 17, 2010
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  5. weiistone

    weiistone Notebook Enthusiast

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    bubble wrap ^_^ Lots and lots...and make sure everything is very snug so there isn't any room for things to jostle around. I've shipped my laptop in all sorts of boxes but always with tons of bubble wrap and always a snug fit.
     
    weiistone, Jan 17, 2010
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  6. KimoT

    KimoT Are we not men?

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    Pack it tight with no room to move, at least 1 inch of padding (bubble wrap is OK, heavy foam is better) on all sides. Double boxes are better.
     
    KimoT, Jan 18, 2010
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