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Power Socket Pin Repair
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Laptop Backlight Repair
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Laptop Video Fault Repair
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Software Virus Recovery
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Laptop Motherboard
Repair
Laptop Spare Parts
Popular part numbers:
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SONY REPAIR FAQ:
Sony
Vaio VGN-A497XP VGN-A517B VGN-A517M VGN-A517S Motherboard
The computer won't switch on or will crash
intermittently. Some video problems also require a motherboard repair
as most video chips are soldered onto the system board. Our engineers
perform component level repairs on most Sony motherboards. We can
replace resistors, capacitors, transistors and also work on the major
chips within your system. Our engineers have many years of experience
and know how to fix most systemboard faults.
Sony
Vaio VGN-A497XP VGN-A517B VGN-A517M VGN-A517S VGA Video Graphics
faults
The system 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 cracks on 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 always recommend
that you spend hundreds on a new motherboards - we've got a cheaper
alternative. Examples: VGA
Video Graphics Repair
Sony
Vaio VGN-A497XP VGN-A517B VGN-A517M VGN-A517S
Power Jack Pin or Socket
The laptop will not charge the battery. When
the battery power runs out the computer stops working. We repair or
replace power sockets where the power pin has broken or has become
disconnected from the motherboard. In some cases the power connector
makes a poor connection with the Vaio VGN-A497XP VGN-A517B VGN-A517M VGN-A517S jack. This causes arcing
which can generate enough heat to melt the Vaio VGN-A497XP VGN-A517B VGN-A517M VGN-A517S dc jack and the
power pin may become lose. It is best to get the Sony power socket repair before the battery is totally depleted as this can cause permanent
damage to the battery.
Sony
Vaio VGN-A497XP VGN-A517B VGN-A517M VGN-A517S
LCD Backlight & inverters
The laptop switches on but the screen
remains dark. In some cases a faint image is visible on the Vaio VGN-A497XP VGN-A517B VGN-A517M VGN-A517S
screen. This problem can be caused by a faulty Vaio VGN-A497XP VGN-A517B VGN-A517M VGN-A517S fluorescent light,
inverter, video cable or a problem on the motherboard. Specialist
tools are required to determine the exact cause of the fault.
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 also have access to most backlight
inverters and cables. We can perform repairs on some very rare
inverters. It is very easy to destroy an expensive LCD/TFT when
removing/installing the CCFL. Our engineers are trained using broken
LCD panels before they can work on a customer's LCD/TFT unit.
Sony
Vaio VGN-A497XP VGN-A517B VGN-A517M VGN-A517S LCD Screen
We can supply original Sony and 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...) We need the correct size and
resolution to provide you with an accurate quote. While-U-Wait
installation at Vaio VGN-A497XP VGN-A517B VGN-A517M VGN-A517S LCD Screen
Sony London
at very reasonable prices and risk-free.
Sony
Vaio VGN-A497XP VGN-A517B VGN-A517M VGN-A517S Keyboard
Most Sony keyboards are damaged by liquid
spills and general wear. We can supply or install keyboards for most
Sony laptops. We also repair keyboard connectors on the system
board.
Sony
Vaio VGN-A497XP VGN-A517B VGN-A517M VGN-A517S CPU problems
Intel CPUs hardly ever go wrong, but are
very difficult to diagnose. Some will crash on rarely used
instructions and at certain temperatures. Unfortunately, hours of
testing can be in vain if the problem instruction isn't executed.
Overclocking a Vaio VGN-A497XP VGN-A517B VGN-A517M VGN-A517S CPU in a laptop is not recommended as the
cooling systems are designed to dissipate heat at normal speed.
Sony
Vaio VGN-A497XP VGN-A517B VGN-A517M VGN-A517S
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 VGN-A497XP VGN-A517B VGN-A517M VGN-A517S fan.
Sony
Vaio VGN-A497XP VGN-A517B VGN-A517M VGN-A517S 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 VGN-A497XP VGN-A517B VGN-A517M VGN-A517S 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 VGN-A497XP VGN-A517B VGN-A517M VGN-A517S
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 VGN-A497XP VGN-A517B VGN-A517M VGN-A517S 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.
Sony
Vaio VGN-A497XP VGN-A517B VGN-A517M VGN-A517S Charging problem
Charging problems can be due to
batteries nearing their end of life, power supply problems or failed
components on the motherboard (FET, MOSFET, Transistor, Diode or
Capacitor).
Secondhand
or Used SONY Vaio VGN-A497XP VGN-A517B VGN-A517M VGN-A517S
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 VGN-A497XP VGN-A517B VGN-A517M VGN-A517S
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. NEVER, NEVER, NEVER interrupt a BIOS update. Let it
finish, even if it seems stuck and takes a long time.
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.
CPU.CEL-2.6G/128/400/D1/P, PCB FS2DV1 DVD Conn. (Flex Cable) B36080211012, KEYBOARD.FRENCH.NSK-A640F, CD-ROM PACK COVER CEH CD-ROM Conn. Cover, 1.6GHz 1MB 380 Celeron-M Dothan, COVER ASSEMBLY Top Cover/Display Cover Assembly, 32MB Video Card GeForce2 Go (NV11), Pointstick COVERS (incl. qty 2 BLUE) D-Series, LCD MASK ASSEMBLY, CD-ROM BD.H2.ASP16/AO1845, LCD Bezel Side Bumpers Rubber 700m/710m, SELECTBAY EARTH, 15 LCD Panel (XGA 1024X768) for Inspiron 1000, Screw M3X3 (1pc): HD to HD Carrier (Total Qty 2) HD Carrier to Base(Total Qty 2), 24X CD D-MOD, TrueMobile 1150 Residential Gateway ( Residential Gateway and an AC Adapter/Cord) RG1000, Dell Wireless 1490 802.11 a/b/g MiniCard DAO, CPU.P4-3.0G/1MB/800/D0, External USB Floppy DriveV2, COVER.BEZEL.LCD.14.1 IN, 1.5GHz Processor 80535 340 512MB 400FSB Celeron-M, CD-ROM.x24.NB.MITSUMI, 14.1"XGA LCD Service Kit, 3.06GHz Pentium 4 Processor Service Kit (Includes CPU Thermal Grease and BIOS CD), BRAKE HINGE LEFT, LCD Latch Service Kit (Contains Qty 1 of p/n MC278 and Qty 1 of p/n TD354) B120/B130/1300/120L, 256MB 333MHz DDR DIMM, COVER.LCD PANEL.W/LGO+ANT, 24X CDRW/DVD Combo , 64 MB USB Flash Memory Device, Modular/Options Bay Latch Service Kit (Includes 1 Each - Spring Latch Hook Mechanism Space retainer and TechSheets), Screw M2.5X5: Hinge to Saddle(Total Qty 4) Bezel to LCD Cover(Total Qty 6) Fan to Base(Total Qty 3) Speakers to Base(Total Qty 3) Palmrest-MB-Base(Total Qty 4) MB to Base(Total Qty 1), COVER.CARD.WIRELESS LAN, 4X DVD+RW , PLATE.CPU.SUPPORT, Interposer Board/Connector only HDD NOT Included, MAIN BD.UMA.WO/1394.CPU, PCMCIA SPACER, Hinge cover assembly (QUALITY ISSUE OBS/EOL - DO NOT ORDER THIS PART - USE W2565 INSTEAD!), 3x8mm Captive screw, LATCH.BATTERY, 15.0 LCD Bezel Style A, RJ11 Blank Plastic Filler Connector Plug (Blocks off the RJ11 Connector), Left Hinge Bracket 15 for Inspiron 1000, LCD PANEL.15.4 IN.WXGA.HIT., S-Video to RCA(Yellow) TV Output Cable Kit ( Cable and Techsheet), CARDBUS Conn. Cardbus Slot PC Card Slot, INVERTER BD.LCD.ASP1800, USB COVER Assy, AC ADAPTOR.75W.3-PIN.PFC, ICON SEAL, TrackStick Pointer Cover Kit ( 2 Gray and 2 Purple Covers) C-Series, 512MB 266MHz DDR DIMM, Modem Daughter Card 56K 1.5 Askey (Maia) , LCD LATCH.TmC300, CD-ROM BD.ODD.a-420, PACK.HINGE.14.1 IN.LEFT/RGT, MPCI Wireless 1450 a/g Broadcom, CLAMP, INTEL CEL 2.0G 256K/400, 256MB 333MHz DDR DIMM, Second Battery 4 Cell Latitude, Kybd UNIT - SPANISH CBA Spanish Kybd UE2004P14 (E), Dell Inspiron 1000 Celeron M 2.2GHz 256MB 40GB CDRW/DVD, 15.0 XGA LCD Flex Cable, HDD CASE, Battery Release Latch Assembly ( Knob Spring Latch Slider) (Included in Bottom Plastics), COVER.RUBBER.17 IN LCD.SIDE, 16 MB USB Flash Memory Device, EMI SHIELD GASKET, 256MB DIMM 400 32X64 8K 200 512, TrueMobile 1400 802.11a/b/g Dual band MiniPCI Card Only, BOTTOM CUSHION, 64 MB USB Flash Memory Device, BUTTON.TOUCHPAD BD.WRLESS, LCD CUSHION 2, HEATSINK.VGA MEM.ASP1450, 8X DVD+RW D-MOD NFI Lead-Free, BRACKET.HDD.ZL1A.TM4500, 6 Foot Power Cord US (C-Series Adapter), CHASSIS.CD-ROM ASSY, PLATE.SUPPORT.KEYBOARD, BRAKE HINGE LEFT, Track stick covers (1 ea purple orange teal yellow), 8X DVD+RW IDE Lead-Free, BATTERY PRIMARY 11.1V 9C LITHIUM POWER DIVISION, LCD COVER RUBBER, 3 Foot Power Cord US (C-Series Adapter), 24X CD Side-Bay/Internal , INVERTER BD.LCD.PM2.ASSY, BRAZIL ONLY - 1GB 533 128X64 W5966 BCC , INSULATOR HDD BOTTOM, CPU.P4-3.4G/512/800/D1/PG, ANTENNA SET, CABLE.LCD14 IN.AU.TM290D, Reserve/CMOS Battery, 1.5 GHz 1MB 370 Celeron-M Dothan 400FSB PGA C0, TrueMobile 1170 Base Station Kit ( Base Station RJ-45 crossover cable and an AC Adapter/Cord), CABLE.INVERTER BD.TM24/25, SHIELD UPPER Assy Metal Cover, Remote Control Kit for Media Center Edition 2005 DAO, SCREW M2X4BN, LCD BEZEL, 14.1 XGA LCD Service Kit ( Panel Cable and Inverter) , BRACKET.LCD.LEFT.15 IN.HIT. and 24X CDRW/DVD Combo.
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UK REPAIRS 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.
Map & Directions
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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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