Popular part numbers:
R1987, 50.42S06.001, U1039, J3994, 0W476, P000257740, TF108 and P000291190.
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SONY REPAIR FAQ:
Sony
Vaio Tx5mn/w Tz3awn/b VGA Video Graphics
faults The computer starts up with dots or lines on the
bios or intro screen. 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
Sony
Vaio Tx5mn/w Tz3awn/b
LCD Backlight & inverters The laptop switches on but the screen
remains dark. In some cases a faint image is visible on the Vaio Tx5mn/w Tz3awn/b
screen. This problem can be caused by a faulty Vaio Tx5mn/w Tz3awn/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 Tx5mn/w Tz3awn/b Keyboard Most Sony keyboards are damaged by liquid
spills and general wear. We also repair keyboard connectors on the system
board.
Sony
Vaio Tx5mn/w Tz3awn/b
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 Tx5mn/w Tz3awn/b fan.
Sony
Vaio Tx5mn/w Tz3awn/b Hinge Some laptops have a problem with the hinge
becoming stiff. It becomes difficult to open and close the laptop lid.
The plastics may also be damaged by a defective hinge.
Vaio Tx5mn/w Tz3awn/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.
Sony
Vaio Tx5mn/w Tz3awn/b
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.
Sony
Vaio Tx5mn/w Tz3awn/b Software and Drivers Viruses and improper shutdowns can lead to
the Windows XP operating system or the file system becoming corrupted.
We can recover your data and install a fresh operating system or
drivers to prevent crashes. We can also recover your data from totally
dead or unusable computers.
Secondhand
or Used SONY Vaio Tx5mn/w Tz3awn/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.
1.44MB Floppy Drive C-Module , 2.0G X40 Service Kit D820 (PRC and Integrated Heatsink), TrueMobile 1150 MiniPCI Card Only , Batt. LOCK SPRING, KEYBOARD HOLDER, PCB FSTSB2 Sound Board and KB/Mouse Conn. B36076361011, 128MB SO DIMM 128MB Memory Module ZA2372P001 and Screw - 2.6X4 - LCD Hinge to Base.
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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