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IBM Hard drive

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Eco-friendliest Solution to Corporate Old IBM Hard Drive Recycling 

Looking to sell your used IBM hard drives? We purchase 2.5" and 3.5" corporate IBM hard drives, both new and used, in bulk. As a leader in IBM hard drive recycling, we offer top prices and adhere to the highest ethical standards to ensure the secure destruction of your company’s sensitive data. For each IBM hard drive you sell, we provide a certificate of data destruction as proof of complete data erasure. Additionally, we offer options for responsible disposal and physical destruction of items with no resale value.

When you sell your used IBM hard drives to us, we cover:

  • Worldwide shipping
  • Data destruction
  • Certificate of data destruction

We buy all brands & Types of new & Used hard drives

3.5" & 2.5" IBM Hard drives
Sell Desktop IBM Hard Drives
Sell Laptop IBM Hard Drives
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Sell SATA IBM Hard Drives
Sell SAS IBM Hard Drives
Sell SSD IBM Hard Drives
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The process of selling old IBM hard drive is simple

1

Send a list of used IBM hard drives

Provide us with a list of the IBM hard drives you’re looking to sell, and we’ll send you a quote in return.

2

Ship it

Once we agree on a price, ship your used IBM hard drives to us—or let us handle the pickup for you. Convenient, right?

3

Get paid

After securely erasing all data, we’ll send you payment along with a data destruction certificate—a perfect record to keep (or even display on the fridge).

READY, SET, SELL OLD IBM HARD DRIVE. Fill out the form to get going.

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WHY SELL OLD HARD DRIVE TO BIG DATA SUPPLY, INC.?

WE HAVE THE BIG DATA SUPPLY OLD IBM Hard Drive BUYBACK PROGRAM GUARANTEE
Our program is designed to help you reduce risk, maintain compliance, and ensure the confidentiality of all sensitive data when you sell your used IBM hard drives to us. With our comprehensive service, you receive free value audits to maximize your return, full chain-of-custody tracking, detailed reports on secure data destruction, and the most cost-effective, eco-friendly options for recycling or selling your used IBM hard drives.
WE ARE R2v3 & RIOS CERTIFIED Hard drive recycling company
Our R2v3 and RIOS certifications demonstrate our commitment to the highest standards in electronics, e-waste management, and hard drive recycling. The RIOS certification, accredited by ANSI, aligns with ISO:14001 (environmental management), ISO:9001 (quality management), and OHSAS:18001 (occupational health and safety), ensuring rigorous standards in all processes. These certifications are awarded to companies meeting responsible recycling standards. With R2v3 and RIOS certification, we guarantee a consistent, high-quality service whenever you sell or recycle your used IBM hard drives, anywhere and anytime. These certifications also enable us to adapt to new challenges, materials, and technologies, allowing us to develop innovative services that support your organization’s growth.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why Sell Your Old IBM Hard Drive?
If you have an old IBM hard drive that’s no longer in use, selling it can be a great way to earn extra cash. For drives that are in good condition, not too outdated, and have a decent resale value, selling is often more beneficial than opting for physical destruction or recycling—especially if you have no plans to repurpose it.
While data security is a valid concern when selling used hard drives, our data destruction solution ensures all residual data is securely erased, making it completely unrecoverable. This way, you can confidently sell your old IBM hard drives without risking sensitive information.

Is It Safe To Sell Used IBM Hard Drives?
A common concern when selling old IBM hard drives is whether the data on them can be accessed by buyers or third parties after the sale. This worry often deters people from selling used drives. While it’s technically possible for skilled individuals to recover residual data, there are reliable methods to securely erase data, making it irretrievable.
To ensure complete data security—and to meet legal requirements—you may consider selling your used IBM hard drives to a reputable IT asset disposition (ITAD) service like Big Data Supply Inc. We handle all aspects of secure data destruction and provide a certificate of data destruction for each drive. This certificate serves as an audit document, helping your organization stay compliant with data security and risk management regulations.

What Is The Value of Used IBM Hard Drives?

The value of an old IBM hard drive depends on several factors, including:

  • Condition: Any functional or cosmetic defects, the age of the drive, and whether it has been replaced by a newer model will impact its value.
  • Storage Size: IBM hard drives range from under 100 GB to over 16 TB, with larger capacities generally commanding higher resale value.
  • Type: Drives can be traditional HDDs (mechanical) or SSDs (solid-state), with SSDs often having higher market demand and value.
  • Model: The specific model number or part number can influence pricing, as some models are more sought-after than others.
  • RPM: For HDDs, the rotation speed—5400, 7200, 10k, or 15k RPM—affects performance and value.
  • Transfer Rate Speed: Drives with faster transfer rates, like 190 MB/s, tend to be more valuable due to better performance.
  • Physical Size: Available in 2.5” and 3.5” formats, the drive’s size can impact compatibility and demand.

 

What Should I Do With My Old IBM Hard Drive?

Depending on its condition and resale value, you have three main options for handling an old IBM hard drive:

  1. Reutilize
    If the drive is still in good working condition, consider repurposing it. You could install it in another device or convert it into an external drive for extra storage. Generally, drives less than five years old and in good health are suitable for reuse. Be sure to check the drive’s health status before reutilizing.
  2. Sell
    For IBM hard drives that are relatively new and in good condition, selling them can be a great way to earn extra cash. However, secure data erasure is essential when selling used drives. Partnering with a reliable IT asset disposition (ITAD) vendor like Big Data Supply Inc. ensures that data is erased in compliance with ISO standards, giving you peace of mind.
  3. Dispose
    If the drive is unusable or has little resale value, responsible disposal or recycling is the best choice. Physical destruction, such as shredding or degaussing, guarantees that data is permanently unrecoverable.

 

How Do You Prepare an old IBM Hard Drive for Recycling or Selling?

Preparing an old IBM hard drive for recycling or resale requires securely wiping all data to make it unrecoverable. Here are the main steps:

  1. Data Wiping
    Use reputable data-wiping software to overwrite the drive multiple times, ensuring any residual data is effectively erased.
  2. Physical Destruction
    For maximum security, physical destruction methods are highly effective. Options include degaussing with magnets, crushing, shredding, or even unconventional methods like running over the drive. These steps ensure the data cannot be retrieved.
  3. Verification of Data Erasure
    Verifying that data is indeed unrecoverable is crucial. If you lack advanced equipment for secure wiping and verification, consider working with a certified recycler like Big Data Supply Inc. They use professional-grade tools to guarantee data destruction and provide a certificate of data destruction as proof.

 

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