Allan Witt is the co-founder and Editor-in-Chief of Hardware-Corner.net. Computers and the web have fascinated him since childhood. In 2011, he began training as an IT specialist at a mid-sized company while launching a tech blog on the side—quickly discovering a passion for writing about hardware and technology.

After completing his training, Allan worked as a system administrator for two years. Alongside that, he started building and upgrading custom gaming PCs at a local hardware shop. What began as a part-time project grew into a full-time career. Today, his work also focuses on building and optimizing PC systems for local AI and LLM workloads, combining hands-on experience with a passion for making complex tech easy to understand.

  • Feb. 10, 2021 / Help and FAQ

    Can I use SSD with refurbished laptop?

    Yes you can and should use SSD with your refurbished laptop. The solid state drive makes your system responsive and it’s around 5 times faster than the mechanical HDD. Check out this speed comparison. The SSD is 5 times faster than the HDD. Some refurb models have M.2 MVMe drives, where you get the full...

  • Feb. 10, 2021 / Help and FAQ

    Do I need more memory (RAM) for my refurbished laptop?

    The amount of RAM you need depends on your use case. Most of the time refurbished models come with 8 GB memory which is quite enough for most people. For configuration with 4 GB or less you need to upgrade. Install 6 to 8 GB for general use and 16 GB for gaming and graphics....

  • Feb. 10, 2021 / Help and FAQ

    What to expect from refurbished laptop battery?

    Battery degrades with time and usage. The older your laptop is, the worse off your battery. If the laptop you are buying is not older than 1 year, you should not expect problems. Of course it all depends on how the computer was used. Frequent charging, discharging to zero, charging while the computer is under...

  • Feb. 10, 2021 / General topics

    The meaning of refurbished computer

    Refurbished laptop or desktop computer means a device that has been returned to the manufacturer because of an issue – either hardware or other. It is then tested for defects, repaired, reinstalled with fresh OS, and finally sold for a lower price. Refurbished devices come from various places, but most common being: Any return during...

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