The safest way to store your laptop for a long period of time

A little planning can go a long way.

By Anna Washenko Nov. 8, 2026 3:45 pm EST Ronstik/Getty Images Add Engadget on Google: Google Discover

Maybe you're jetting off on a much-needed vacation. Maybe you've upgraded to a new machine but want to keep the old one on hand. There are plenty of reasons you might need to stop using a laptop for a couple of weeks or months. When you do find yourself in that situation, take a few precautions to keep the computer at its best whenever you're ready to use it again.