Need Advice - Computer Upgrade, Old Modems disposal

akd on 23/01/2019 - 17:13
Last edited 23/01/2019 - 17:18

I need some advise regarding my desktop upgrade and old modems use.

Desktop Upgrade
I am using old desktop pc Dell Vostro 410 with specifications - Core 2 Quad CPU Q9300 2.5 GHz, 4 GB RAM, 240 GB SSD, Windows 10 Pro (purchased Win 8). Main use is browsing, Microsoft Office, VMs and some programming in Visual Studio/Python. Since past few Windows 10 upgrades, pc crashes a lot and RAM is always more than 80%. Browsers Chrome/Firefox being main culprit, sometimes along with VMs. I tried other browsers like Midori, Vivaldi but did not like them.
Is it worth upgrading RAM to 8 GB or PC has past its due date?
I was considering two options if new pc:
1) Similar deals like Ryzen 5 pc. Will it be ok for home use and can I use my current Windows.
2) Similar deals like Refurbrished pc

Old Modems:
I have got few old ADSL modems from Optus, Telstra, Netgear and NBN modems from iiNet. ADSL modems work ok while NBN modem seems faulty(keep loosing connection)
What should I do with these ADSL modems,since no one use them or faulty NBN? - Dispose at the Tip or in the bin. It won't be legal to sell them. I am happy to pass them if anyone needs them.

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Comments

  • User2049 on 23/01/2019 - 17:16
    +2

    1. I would go for the Ryzen 5 PC due to upgradability

    2. If you can't sell them see if there is a E-Waste disposal program

    • akd on 23/01/2019 - 18:14

      Thanks, I will upgrade pc. Can I use my current Windows Key in Ryzen 5 pc?
      I will dispose modems, although iiNet advised me to keep modems and they might send me reply envelope for NBN modems.

      • User2049 on 23/01/2019 - 19:34

        I would just install windows 10 from downloading online onto usb, and use your key otherwise get a windows 10 key for $5 online.

  • oscargamer on 23/01/2019 - 17:59
    +2

    Upgrade PC.

    Dispose of e-waste as best you can locally.

  • hasselbladsnapper on 23/01/2019 - 18:04

    Bunnings have a drop bin at their entrances to take all these types of things - old TV's, Pc's, dud tools and the like.

    • akd on 23/01/2019 - 18:11

      Thanks, I will check Bunnings.

      • resisting the urge on 23/01/2019 - 18:35
        +1

        You can also drop them at an Officeworks, they send them to be recycled

  • Magic Mirror on 23/01/2019 - 20:08

    Another option for e-waste disposal is your local council's clean-up service. Check the council's website to see if they run a scheduled collection (maybe twice a year) and if e-waste is allowed. If it's not allowed, some may have a drop-off location/service for e-waste instead.

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