As moving day draws near, you are likely preparing checklists, packing boxes, and looking forward to your new office. But in your rush, don’t get sloppy when it comes to packing. Whether you are moving your belongings with the help of professional mover or by yourself, you need to more importance to your computers. Being careless with your computer can result damage or mechanical failure or computer components may lost during moving. This article will gives you some tips to successfully transport your computers from your office.
The American moving and storage association recommends you go through the following procedures when packing your computers.
Backup your data
Be sure to backup all your important files and programs. Store the backup disks with your original program disks and keep in a secure container. Remove all floppy diskettes, CD-ROMs, tapes, etc. Shutdown your computer and unplug the cables. Carefully unplug all power cables and peripheral devices.
Monitor
Give special care to safeguard your monitor as the screen is made up of glass and easily damage or scratched on the screen while moving. Pack the monitor in the same size box, if your original box is not available, you can get an appropriately sized box and shock resistant insulation as a substitute. Disconnect the printer, open the print head and remove ink or ribbon cartridge.
CPU
Always pack your computer’s heaviest items first and use plenty of bubble wrap. A desktop unit should be packed upright or on its side with the motherboard side lying flat on the bottom. Pull the wrap over and tape it all together. Before packing your keyboard, mouse and speakers stuff packing paper in open spaces between the tower and monitor to ensure they cannot shift. Pack some papers on top for extra cushion.
Tape and Label
Tape the box and closed it by double tapping over the opening and across the middle. Also double tape the top of the box for extra security. Label the box with a marker: “monitor”, “CPU”. Make sure that you carefully label all the boxes and all of the components that you have packed separately. So nothing gets lost and you don’t have to search for power cords or discs, when you unpacking at your new office.
If you don’t have much time or don’t know how to pack your computers, hire experienced moving company professionals for help. They will pack your things properly and safely reach your newer location.
The American moving and storage association recommends you go through the following procedures when packing your computers.
Backup your data
Be sure to backup all your important files and programs. Store the backup disks with your original program disks and keep in a secure container. Remove all floppy diskettes, CD-ROMs, tapes, etc. Shutdown your computer and unplug the cables. Carefully unplug all power cables and peripheral devices.
Monitor
Give special care to safeguard your monitor as the screen is made up of glass and easily damage or scratched on the screen while moving. Pack the monitor in the same size box, if your original box is not available, you can get an appropriately sized box and shock resistant insulation as a substitute. Disconnect the printer, open the print head and remove ink or ribbon cartridge.
CPU
Always pack your computer’s heaviest items first and use plenty of bubble wrap. A desktop unit should be packed upright or on its side with the motherboard side lying flat on the bottom. Pull the wrap over and tape it all together. Before packing your keyboard, mouse and speakers stuff packing paper in open spaces between the tower and monitor to ensure they cannot shift. Pack some papers on top for extra cushion.
Tape and Label
Tape the box and closed it by double tapping over the opening and across the middle. Also double tape the top of the box for extra security. Label the box with a marker: “monitor”, “CPU”. Make sure that you carefully label all the boxes and all of the components that you have packed separately. So nothing gets lost and you don’t have to search for power cords or discs, when you unpacking at your new office.
If you don’t have much time or don’t know how to pack your computers, hire experienced moving company professionals for help. They will pack your things properly and safely reach your newer location.