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. 11, 2021 / Desktops computers

    What is the best brand of SSD to use with my desktop?

    Good budget models are Inland, Silicon power, PNY, and Adata. All of them work well as a fast boot drive. For a battler quality and longer warranty use Crucial MX or Samsung EVO series. They’re essentially the same, but the Crucial tends to be less expensive. Upgrading refurbished Dell OptiPlex with any of these brands...

  • Feb. 11, 2021 / Desktops computers

    How much and what type of RAM do I need for my Dell OptiPlex?

    The best approach is to match the mount of memory with your use case. 16 GB is more then enough for gaming. Take 8 GB for office work and every day home use. For video editing, 3D, or other types of graphics related tasks, use 32 GB. Another approach is get what you can afford,...

  • Feb. 11, 2021 / General topics

    Best place buy refurbished computer

    Best places to buy certified refurbished laptops and desktops computers are at the major retailer and online stores. The official manufacturer store is another good option. There you get more expensive but properly serviced devices with good warranty. Third place you can get one is form third party seller, either on eBay or on their...

  • Feb. 11, 2021 / Desktops computers

    Are refurbished desktop computers reliable?

    Properly serviced refurbished desktop computers are safe to buy. Even low grade devices should work like new. The older 4th and 5th gen Core i5 and i7 CPUs are still reliable and powerful enough to run all kinds of games and software in 2021. It is not always true that slightly older refurbished machines have...

  • 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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