The ASRock Rack 1U4LW-X570 RPSU, a server power supply unit designed for the 1U rack form factor by ASRock Rack between 2020 and 2023, weighs approximately 8 kg. This guide provides detailed instructions on how to legally decommission and recycle this specific model through four critical steps: data destruction, decision-making between refurbishment or scrapping, scrap recovery, and selecting an ITAD vendor.
Before the ASRock Rack 1U4LW-X570 RPSU is removed from your facility, all internal storage devices must be sanitized to meet NIST SP 800-88 Rev. 1 standards. The unit typically houses between two and twelve storage units, including SATA SSDs, SAS HDDs, and NVMe drives.
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Typical vendor decommissioning cost (per unit, including data destruction): $20-50 USD.
Major ITAD vendors:
- Iron Mountain
- Restore Datashred
- SK tes (Stanley Industrial Asset Disposition)
- Atlantix
- Sims Recycling Solutions
- Stone Group (UK)
- ERI Direct (US)
- Sage Sustainable Electronics
Compliance note
ECCN classification for export controls: NIST data sanitisation standard Purge or Destroy on internal storage; check with manufacturer for current ECCN designation if exporting refurbished units
Sources
- ASRock Rack EOL documentation
- NIST SP 800-88 Rev. 1 Guidelines for Media Sanitization
- R2v3 Standard for Responsible Recycling
- LME spot prices for steel, aluminium, copper
Current secondary market (2026)
| Field | Value |
|---|
| Server | ASRock Rack 1U4LW-X570 RPSU |
| Vendor | ASRock Rack |
| Released | 2020 |
| Form factor | 1U rackmount |
| Max CPU | 1× AMD Ryzen / Threadripper |
| Max RAM | 256 GB DDR4 |
| Storage bays | 4× LFF + 2× 2.5" |
| PSU options | Dual 400W redundant |
| Fully-configured resale (USD) | $680-$1,400 |
| Empty chassis resale (USD) | $320-$520 |
| Scrap recovery value | $22-$40 |
| Last verified | 2026-05-20 |
Status: Niche budget server. Resale buyers are small-business + edge-compute shops.
Parts-out vs whole-system resale
Many decommissioned servers fetch more in parts than as a complete unit, because individual CPUs/RAM/SSDs trade in a more liquid commodity market. Current 2026 parts pricing for the ASRock Rack 1U4LW-X570 RPSU:
| Component | Secondary market price (USD) |
|---|
| Ryzen 5950X | $280-$480 |
| RAM 64GB DDR4 | $120-$180 |
| PSU 400W | $80-$120 |
Decision framework: if the sum of parts pricing exceeds whole-system resale by >25%, parts-out is the more profitable route. Adds ~4-8 hours of labour per server but typically lifts net recovery 30-60%.
Data destruction requirements before resale
Per NIST 800-88 Rev 1, any data-bearing media leaving your premises must be sanitised before transfer to a third party. For a server like the ASRock Rack 1U4LW-X570 RPSU:
- SSDs / NVMe drives: cryptographic erase (TCG Opal / IEEE 1667 ATA Secure Erase Enhanced) or physical destruction. Software overwrite alone is INSUFFICIENT for SSDs.
- HDDs: software overwrite per NIST 800-88 Clear (single pass + verify) is sufficient for non-regulated data. Use Blancco Drive Eraser or KillDisk.
- Tape backups: degauss with NSA-approved degausser, or physical shred.
- NVRAM / iDRAC / BMC firmware: factory reset via management console. Most server BMCs store IPMI credentials in NVRAM - must be cleared.
- TPM chip: clear via BIOS reset to factory defaults.
For regulated data (PCI, HIPAA, GDPR special category, FFIEC), physical destruction of the drive is the only universally-defensible method. See our Hard Drive Destruction Cost Calculator.
R2v3 / e-Stewards-certified ITAD providers
The 5 main certified ITAD providers handling enterprise server decommissioning in 2026:
For volume above 25 servers, use our free B2B ITAD quote service to get matched to 3 vetted providers in 1 business day. Typical decommissioning cost: $35-$80 per 1U server, $50-$120 per 2U, $80-$180 per 4U - usually offset by recovered hardware value above $500.
Tax depreciation + write-off (US)
For US businesses retiring the ASRock Rack 1U4LW-X570 RPSU:
- Section 179 deduction: servers placed in service after 2017 can be expensed up to $1,160,000 (2024 limit) in the year placed in service. Most enterprise servers fully expensed by year-end deployed.
- Bonus depreciation: 60% in 2024, 40% in 2025, 20% in 2026 (phasing out per TCJA). Apply on top of Section 179.
- Decommissioning loss: book value at retirement date is the residual basis. If sold for less than book value, the difference is an ordinary loss (Form 4797).
- Trade-in vs sale: trade-in to vendor (Dell/HPE/Cisco buy-back) is typically a Section 1031 like-kind exchange - no immediate tax event. Sale to third party triggers Section 1231 gain/loss.
UK businesses use Annual Investment Allowance (£1M/year) or Writing Down Allowances (18% per year, 6% from 2024 for special-rate pool).
Frequently asked questions
Is the ASRock Rack 1U4LW-X570 RPSU worth refurbishing in 2026?
Niche budget server. Resale buyers are small-business + edge-compute shops. For owners considering refurb vs scrap, the test is: residual book value + parts-out resale vs cost of refurb (typically $200-$600 per server including PSU swap, drive replacement, RAM testing). If positive, refurbish.
What's the typical decommissioning timeline?
For a 10-100 server decommissioning project: 2-4 weeks. Data sanitisation: 1-3 days per batch of 20. Physical removal + packing: 1 day per rack. ITAD pickup: scheduled 5-10 days after sanitisation complete. Settlement (cash payout or invoice for net cost): 14-30 days after pickup.
Can I sell direct to refurbishers without going through an ITAD?
Yes for non-regulated data + non-warranty equipment. Major buyer networks: ServerSchool (Telegram), Server Industries (UK), TheServerStore.com, ServersDirect. Get 3+ quotes - spreads of 30-60% are common. Always require certified data destruction certificate even when selling direct.
What's the carbon footprint impact of recycling vs landfill?
Per the GHG Protocol Scope 3 Category 5 (Waste Generated in Operations), recycling a 2U server saves approximately 1.4 tonnes CO2e vs landfill (offsetting the manufacturing emissions of the replacement). See E-Waste Carbon Footprint Calculator for project-specific calculations.
Do I need to notify regulators about server decommissioning?
In most jurisdictions, no - but if you process EU citizen data, GDPR Article 30 requires you to record the destruction in your Records of Processing Activities (ROPA). US FFIEC + HIPAA covered entities must maintain a Certificate of Data Destruction for 6+ years. For UK businesses, the ICO's Data Sharing Code requires evidence of secure disposal of any personal-data-bearing equipment.
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Data verified against Iron Mountain + ERI + Sims Lifecycle Services published 2026 rates, and secondary-market broker pricing on ServerSchool, TheServerStore, and TBT-Lab. Server prices fluctuate weekly - always verify current quote before transacting. Operated by Defining Style Limited (UK Companies House 10572391, ICO Registration ZA711914).
