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Found a laptop, do you think it's okay to use it?

Found a laptop, do you think it's okay to use it?

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Kaspolman
Senior Member

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12-24-2016, 06:51 AM

#1

As the title indicates, I discovered a laptop (Dell Latitude 5400) at my workplace that was labeled as retired and stored in the trash room. I took it for inspection, and although it still appeared in good condition, it remained connected to the network. After resetting it, it seemed to clear the connection, but a coworker suggested it might have a virus. Since it’s no longer in use, I’m unsure how to remove it from the system. What steps should I follow?

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Kaspolman

12-24-2016, 06:51 AM #1

As the title indicates, I discovered a laptop (Dell Latitude 5400) at my workplace that was labeled as retired and stored in the trash room. I took it for inspection, and although it still appeared in good condition, it remained connected to the network. After resetting it, it seemed to clear the connection, but a coworker suggested it might have a virus. Since it’s no longer in use, I’m unsure how to remove it from the system. What steps should I follow?

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plompan
Junior Member

38

12-24-2016, 12:51 PM

#2

Return the device to your office and inquire with the person who has authorization to provide it if possible. Also, consult the IT department to ensure all necessary steps are taken for safe personal use.

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plompan

12-24-2016, 12:51 PM #2

Return the device to your office and inquire with the person who has authorization to provide it if possible. Also, consult the IT department to ensure all necessary steps are taken for safe personal use.

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Utter_Trash
Junior Member

34

12-25-2016, 06:38 AM

#3

I proceeded to take it without asking for approval.
Whether permission was given or not doesn't matter here.
Taking it is not within the guidelines set by the forum's security protocols.
Please close this thread to prevent further comments.

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Utter_Trash

12-25-2016, 06:38 AM #3

I proceeded to take it without asking for approval.
Whether permission was given or not doesn't matter here.
Taking it is not within the guidelines set by the forum's security protocols.
Please close this thread to prevent further comments.