Proper storage will ensure it remains functional while you are not using it. The last thing you want is for potentially valuable gear to break. If it does, you’ll lose not only money, but also things that you might get a lot of fun out of in the future.
This post will tell you about a few of the steps you can take to ensure electronics remain functional while in storage.
Preparing Equipment for Storage
If you want to store electronics long-term, one of the best things you can do is find a storage unit. Storage units give you safe spaces to protect your equipment. Try to find electrified storage units, so you can install humidity and climate control devices. This will help you prevent your devices from getting water-damaged or overheating.Worth noting is the fact that many storage units that are electrified come with humidity and climate control technology. Here are some other tips you can use to ensure your electrical equipment is properly stored:
- If you are going to store electronics long-term, you need to properly prepare it. There are many ways you can do this, and cleaning it is one of them, because it keeps dirt and grime from damaging its inner components while it’s in storage.
- Make sure that you do not use tap water to clean your devices. Tap water can lead to corrosion. It can cause significant damage to your devices. There are various guides and articles you can use to learn how to clean electronic devices. Here are some others.
- If you are going to store devices that you use to store data on, make sure that you back up data first. The reason you have to back up data before putting devices into storage is that failing to do so could lead to them deteriorating or getting damaged.
- And if they do get damaged, then you could lose the data stored on your devices. The easiest way to back up data is to use a cloud service. Make sure you shop around and find a cloud provider with good reviews and a solid reputation.
- Before you put devices into storage, make sure that you remove their batteries. This is because failing to remove batteries could lead to your devices’ batteries deteriorating and even exploding. When batteries explode, the devices they are stored in are essentially ruined for life.
There are lots of guides you can use that will help you get a better idea of how you are supposed to store batteries. Make sure you read them before storing any large batteries, because if you do not store them properly, you could ruin devices and even damage the storage locker you have rented. Here are a few more tips:
- Before you store devices, you need to turn them off. Turning them off will prevent their batteries from running down. A lot of people make the mistake of storing devices while they are in sleep mode. If you put an electronic device in sleep mode into storage, the chances are, it won’t work when you come back to it (unless you replace its battery).
- Disconnect any accessories that are plugged into your device when you put it into storage, because failing to do so could lead to your device’s battery running out, even if it’s turned off. This is because accessories and plugins can trigger your device and turn it on. This can cause damage to your device and its battery over time.
What Else Should You Do?
Label Packaging Properly
When you put devices into storage, make sure that you properly label them. This is so that you do not end up losing track of what you have and where it is. It is especially important to label packaging if you are going to store lots of different devices long-term.A good way for you to be able to quickly identify items is to store them in their original packaging, instead of using blank boxes or bags.
Wrap Items Internally
Inside of boxes, make sure you wrap devices up with bubble wrap and waterproof packaging. This is so you do not have to worry about them getting damaged due to falls or water getting into your unit. Wrapping items internally is an essential step to take if you care about your devices.Control Humidity
As well as wrapping boxes, try to control humidity. You can do this by finding a storage unit that has humidity control technology or electricity, so you can plug your own dehumidifiers in. Controlling humidity is essential if you plan on storing electrical devices, because humidity can destroy them.Keep Items Elevated
Keep items off the ground. You never know when your unit is going to get flooded. Floods can occur at any time, anywhere. Even if your locker is located on the top floor of a building, there is technically still a chance it could get flooded.Don’t Stack Items
Try not to stack electrical devices on top of one another. Instead, put lockers inside your locker, so you can store devices inside them, or on top of them. Stacking them on top of one another is a bad idea, as it can cause damage to them over time, though.Update Technology
Make sure you update devices before you put them into storage. This is so that when you take them out, you can be sure they are usable. The last thing you want is for devices to be using outdated software or firmware when they are going into storage, especially if you plan on storing them for an extended period.Check On Devices
Finally, go to your locker and check your devices every so often. This is so you can be sure they still work and have not gotten damaged while they are in storage. Checking periodically allows you to quickly identify and fix any problems that are there.If you want to store electronic devices long-term, use the guidance given here. This article’s advice will hopefully help you get a better idea of how to keep electronic devices safe and in working order while they are in storage.
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