Refurbished PCs at Ankermann

Refurbished PCs at Ankermann – Our quality process from A to Z

Refurbished PCs and Refurbished Notebooks have long since become more than just a budget-friendly alternative to buying new. They offer a sustainable, tested, and technically reliable way to acquire high-quality hardware at a fair price. Yet, many people are unaware of the significant amount of work that actually goes into a professional refurbishment process.

At Ankermann, "refurbished" doesn't simply mean a quick clean-up before reselling. We carry out a comprehensive refurbishment covering technical, cosmetic, and software aspects—ensuring every device functions once again like a reliable, high-performance PC.

In this post, we show you step-by-step how our refurbishment process works and why our devices are a genuine alternative to brand-new products.

• Secure data erasure – before the devices even reach us

Before a PC reaches our warehouse, the data storage media are completely wiped at the supplier's facility. This means:

• We do not handle hard drives containing data.

• No sensitive data enters our system.

• Every PC arrives at our facility in compliance with data protection regulations.

This step is essential for safety and trust—and forms the foundation for the entire refurbishment process.

• Incoming inspection – check condition and completeness

As soon as the devices arrive at our facility, we carefully inspect them for:

• completeness

• Housing condition

• visible damage

• missing components

Only devices that pass this incoming inspection proceed to technical processing.

• Technical inspection – the heart of our refurbishment process

This is where the real work begins. Each PC is thoroughly inspected, tested, and optimized by our technicians.

BIOS‑Check

Many companies lock their devices via BIOS settings. We check:

• whether the BIOS is freely accessible

• whether blocks are active

• whether settings need to be reset

Fan and noise testing

A refurbished PC doesn't just have to work—it also has to run quietly. We test:

• Rotational speed

• Noise level

• possible bearing noises

• whether fans need to be replaced

Interior cleaning with compressed air

Dust is one of hardware's greatest enemies. That is why we thoroughly clean every device:

• fan

• Heat sink

• Motherboard

• Power supply sections

Replacing the BIOS battery

The CMOS battery ensures that BIOS settings are preserved. We replace it as a standard procedure – for long-term stability.

Test USB ports & connections

All connections are being checked:

• USB ports

• Audio jacks

• Display outputs

• Network connections

Only fully functional ports are put up for sale.

• Software Reinstallation – Fresh Windows 11 Pro Setup

After the technical inspection, we perform a complete reinstallation of the operating system:

• Windows 11 Pro

• all the latest updates

• Driver packages

• Performance and stability improvements

This gives every customer a system that is ready for immediate use—without legacy issues, old data, or problems.

• Final cleaning & packaging – ready for shipment

Finally, each device is:

• cleaned on the outside

• optisch aufbereitet

• carefully packed

• Why buy refurbished? – The key benefits

Refurbished PCs offer clear advantages over new products:

Affordable price

You often save 20% to 50% compared to the new price.

Warranty & Safety

We offer a warranty or guarantee of 12 to 24 months.

sustainability

Refurbishing reduces electronic waste and conserves valuable resources.

Verified condition

All devices are professionally tested, cleaned, and repaired if necessary.

Only downside: slight signs of use.

Depending on the visual category ("good," "very good"), minor scratches may be present—however, the devices are technically flawless.

• Refurbished PCs/laptops at Ankermann Computer

Save smartly and choose sustainability – with a Refurbished PC or Refurbished Notebook. Discover our selection in the shop now.