PC Recycling
Recycling old PCs is an important step towards helping reduce the strain on the environment and saving space in landfills. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, "In 2007, discarded TVs, computers, peripherals (including printers, scanners, faxes), mice, keyboards and cell phones totaled about 2.25 million short tons." Throwing away PCs also prevents the recapture of valuable minerals and metals that can be reused. Today, there is a growing trend of municipalities encouraging and even requiring PC recycling. Dell has made the recycling process very simple for people who purchase their products, they will even recycle competitor PCs and accessories for free if you purchase one of their products.
Instructions
1. Visit the Dell Product Recycling webpage. (See Resources) Click the button, entitled Recycle Now.
2. Press Recycle Now for the Dell product type you wish to recycle. Choices include toner, Dell branded products and ink cartridges.
3. Complete the form as instructed. Press submit when you are finished, for your shipping label to be displayed. Print the shipping label (waybill).
4. Package the equipment appropriately. (See Resources) Attach the shipping label.
5. Call FedEx at 800-GO-FEDEX (800-463-3339) to arrange for a pickup. When the system prompts for a response say, "Schedule a pickup." Inform the FedEx agent that you are using the "Dell PRP Recycling Program."
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