Computer Repairs

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There are many precautions that can be made when working on a notebook computer, some are obvious but often neglected, some are not so obvious but just as or even more important.

Note book computers were designed to be light and small, for some reason the new generation of notebook computers have become almost the size of laptops with the newer wide-screen displays, I guess many notebook users use it as a normal home PC and some never leave the home, this is not a good idea although perhaps they look cool and can be as powerful or even more powerful than a desktop pc should problems occur repairs can be very expensive.

A few simple precautions can be taken to minimise a costly repair.

1/ Never put drinks near a notebook computer, I have been to many call outs for drink soaked notebooks.
2/ Never put pens on the notebook keyboard, if you forget and shut the lid the display is very likely to shatter.
3/ Never touch the screen or use a pen for a pointer fingerprints are difficult to remove and pen is near impossible to remove, please click here to read our post on cleaning LCD displays.
4/ If using for an extended length of time on mains power remove the battery when fully charged, leaving the battery in will reduce the life of the battery greatly.
5/ Always ensure the ventilation holes are clear, notebooks have powerful CPU’s and due to the confined space require efficient cooling, poor ventilation can result in computer shutdown or cpu meltdown.
6/ Security, try to ensure that your notebook is not visible from passer byes, thieves will take a few seconds to gain entry take your notebook and scarper even with you in the house, consider buying a Kensington slot type lock to secure your notebook even when in your house, kensington style locks are available at a reasonable price from Marked For Life Limited click here for details.
7/ Always set a password, although some passwords can be reset in the event of a theft your confidential information can be secured or extreme difficulty to obtain and thus avoiding the much publicised identity theft.
8/ Have your notebook serviced every year, servicing a notebook is critical, with constant movement many screws can come loose and short circuit boards, break the case, chassis and display, we can service your notebook for just £45 to ensure its maximum life.