Popular part numbers:
0R502, PF438, WF020, 60.A16V1.005, W5322 and H9566.
63278
SONY LAPTOP REPAIR FAQ:
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Vaio Sz3vwp/x Sz71vn/x Vgn-sz4vn/x Sz70m/b Motherboard The computer won't switch on or will crash
intermittently. Some video problems also require a motherboard repair
as most video chips are fixed to the system board. Our engineers
perform component level repairs on most Sony motherboards. We replace resistors, capacitors, transistors and also work on the major
chips, such as the video chip, within your system. Our engineers have over 25 years of experience
and know how to fix most systemboard faults.
Sony
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faults The system starts up with dots or lines on the
bios or intro screen. At this level there is no other software loaded, so software problems are ruled out. Graphics are distorted, blocked or pixilated.
In some cases the system refuses to boot. Strange effects when
windows or mouse are moved on the screen. All these effects can be
caused by a faults related to the graphics chips. About 90% of
faults can be repaired, the rest are caused by damage to the
motherboard and impossible to repair. Our Advanced Video Repair
Technology enables us to restore full function to your laptop in
most cases. Manufacturers and their tech support may recommend
that you spend hundreds on a new motherboards - we've got a cheaper
alternative. Examples: VGA
Video Graphics Repair
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LCD Backlight & inverters The laptop switches on but the screen
remains dark. In some cases a faint image is visible on the Vaio Sz3vwp/x Sz71vn/x Vgn-sz4vn/x Sz70m/b
screen. This problem can be caused by a faulty Vaio Sz3vwp/x Sz71vn/x Vgn-sz4vn/x Sz70m/b fluorescent light,
inverter, video cable or a problem on the motherboard.
Backlights use very high voltages and it is easy to cause damage to
the system if they are not correctly handled and installed. Our
engineers can replace the backlight lamps in most TFT/LCD screens
including the new xbrite panels. We can perform repairs on some very rare
inverters.Our engineers are trained using broken
LCD panels before they can operate on a customer's LCD/TFT unit.
Sony
Vaio Sz3vwp/x Sz71vn/x Vgn-sz4vn/x Sz70m/b LCD Screen We can supply original Sony or compatible
replacement LCD screens. In some cases only refurbished screens are
available. We don't charge extra for installing and testing screens.
Screens come in various sizes (measured diagonally in inches) and
resolutions(XGA, SXGA, SXGA+, UXGA, WXGA...) While-U-Wait
installation at Vaio Sz3vwp/x Sz71vn/x Vgn-sz4vn/x Sz70m/b LCD Screen
Sony London
at very reasonable prices and risk-free.
Sony
Vaio Sz3vwp/x Sz71vn/x Vgn-sz4vn/x Sz70m/b Keyboard Most Sony keyboards are damaged by liquid
spills and general wear. We also repair keyboard connectors on the system
board.
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Overheating We can install replacement Sony fans and
heat sink parts. In cases where the original fan is not available, we
can install substitute fans which will be equivalent or surpass the
performance of the original Vaio Sz3vwp/x Sz71vn/x Vgn-sz4vn/x Sz70m/b fan.
Vaio Sz3vwp/x Sz71vn/x Vgn-sz4vn/x Sz70m/b CD/DVD and floppy drives Our engineers can repair or replace these
drives. We have a lot of drives in stock and the work can be carried
out very quickly.
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Hard Drive Faulty hard drives can cause data loss and
stop your laptop from booting into Windows. We can replace faulty hard
drive and attempt to recover your data. After installing the new
drive, our engineers perform a thorough disk test to ensure that your
data is as secure as possible.
Secondhand
or Used SONY Vaio Sz3vwp/x Sz71vn/x Vgn-sz4vn/x Sz70m/b
Buying a used laptop is a risk. You may find that the battery
does not accept a full charge or the laptop is unstable. Most
secondhand sellers consider any laptop that boots into Windows as a
working machine, even if it keeps crashing every five minutes. We
strongly advise customers against buying used laptops with a
DOA warranty as some faults are not immediately apparent.
BIOS
update SONY Vaio Sz3vwp/x Sz71vn/x Vgn-sz4vn/x Sz70m/b
Many motherboards are destroyed by incomplete or corrupted BIOS
updates. A BIOS update should only be performed if it is critically
important. Don't do a BIOS update just for the sake of having the latest
version on your computer. Ensure that your computer is stable before
performing a BIOS update. Run diagnostics to check memory, hard
drive, keyboard and video graphics. In
99% of cases a failed bios update will make the computer totally unusable
so take a backup of your software and data too. Make sure that you
have a good connection to your mains adapter and that the battery is
fully charged.
Q.
Do you supply spare parts?
A. No.
We are in the process of launching a new website dedicated to
supplying spare parts to repair centres and end users.
Additional Battery 15V 8C Lithium, DRIVE.FDD.NB.1.44MB.PAN, 512MB 400MHz 64X64 8K 200, 15 LCD Latch Service Kit 15.0 (includes hook latch plate screws knob spring), Screw 2.5X8: Palmrest Bottom Side (Total Qty 11) and System Board (Mainboard) for Inspiron 1000.
UK REPAIR INFO
Marlborough House
Business
Hours
Mon-Fri 9.00am-5.00pm
Saturday 10.00am-2.00pm
Visitors welcome
Customers are always
welcome to visit us and discuss their laptop repairs with our engineers.
Parking
Info
You can park in the
residents bays on Bruce Road at all times EXCEPT: Mon-Fri 10-11am
& 2-3pm
(PLEASE AVOID THESE TIMES)
Tube/Rail
Harrow & Wealdstone Station is served by National Rail and London
Underground Bakerloo
Line services.
We are a walking distance away and on the same High Street.
Mailing
Info
Most customers send us their laptops by
mail. The average cost of sending a laptop to us using the post is £18
for next day delivery with insurance.
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