Thursday, May 20, 2010

laptop keyboard repair and replacement

laptop keyboard repairSince the keyboard is the part of any computer which is used most, and gets by far the most wear and tear, many users have problems with their laptop keyboards after a few years of use. Fortunately, laptop keyboard repair is actually nothing particularly complicated and it does not have to be very expensive either. However, as is always the case in laptop computers, replacing a component is always more complicated as it is in a desktop PC due to the fact that everything is integrated.

The problem with laptop keyboard repair is that the keyboard component of your computer is completely integrated, and laptop keyboards are generally only made for the specific model that there are integrated into. This means that you can’t simply go out and buy new keyboard and install it yourself, as you can with a desktop computer. Also, the connections are much more complicated, and in order to replace a laptop keyboard, you often have to dismantle the whole machine, which is something that would usually void your warranty if you try to do it yourself. This job is one that is certainly best left to the experts since they will have the right components and level of knowledge at their disposal.

Normally laptop keyboard key replacement is impossible, and you will need a completely new keyboard even if just one or two of the keys are not working. However, laptop keyboard replacement should not be expensive, as the components are quite cheap. If you try to replace the keyboard yourself, there are two major challenges that can make it impossible.
Laptop Repair UK
Firstly, you will need to find the right keyboard for your laptop. This will require a lot of luck in most cases, and generally, it is impossible to obtain one. This is because you simply can’t buy laptop keyboards from most online retailers, and your best bet would be to buy one from one of the online auction sites, where people are selling off parts of broken laptops for spares and repairs. However, this, by definition, is unreliable.

However, even if you have been lucky enough to find the right keyboard for your laptop, installing it is not easy. All laptop designs are different, but generally, you will need to dismantle the case of the computer, and remove a lot of wires. Not only will this void your warranty in almost all cases, but you might end up unwittingly damaging your system further. For laptop repair and maintenance experts, this is, however, a quick and easy job.

There are also some cases where you might not actually need a complete keyboard replacement. Sometimes water damage or dirt underneath the keys can be causing issues between the contacts. Sometimes the computer simply needs to be dismantled by an expert, and then thoroughly cleaned out with pressurised air. However, this is also something that the average user should not try to attempt, because putting everything back together after you have dismantled it can lead to further problems.

Leading Laptop Repair Company UK offers Services for Laptop Repairs, … give us a call on 020 7237 6805 or send us an e-mail to info@innovativeit.co.uk
Innovative IT (UK) LTD – Laptop Repair
80 Willow Walk, The Willows, Unit 6A
London SE1 5SY
Tel: +44 020 7237 6805
Opening hours 9am to 6pm
Monday to Saturday
info@innovativeit.co.uk

Laptop Jack Repair and Replacement - London UK

Laptop Repair Shop UK
One of the most common components of a laptop computer to get damaged is the power jack. Because you will be removing the laptop jack and plugging it in regularly, this component gets a lot of wear and tear, and it is not uncommon for it to get damaged, making it impossible to use your computer with the mains power supply or to recharge the battery. In most laptops, this problem has a very high chance of occurring after a couple of years of use, but fortunately, laptop power socket repair is rarely particularly complicated in the hands of computer technicians who will have the necessary components and tools.

When it comes to issues with your laptop’s power supply, it is also easy to diagnose the problem, and you know that you need a laptop power jack repair if your computer is plugged in and not charging, though this can also be caused by faulty battery. However, you can also easily see if the battery is causing the problem by taking the battery out of a computer and then trying to run the laptop without the battery inside it, and straight off the laptop power jack. If it still doesn’t work, then you will need a laptop power connector repair.

In many cases, the connection simply becomes unreliable, and you have to wiggle it around before it will start working again. However, this can cause further damage to your computer, and it may also be unsafe. If you have any problems with the jack, then you may need to get a laptop power supply replacement though it is often easier and a lot cheaper to get it repaired.

Laptop power supplies are typically made for specific models or certain model ranges. Because of this, finding a replacement can be difficult, and in many cases, your only option is to get a generic power supply which comes with various different connectors. However, this can be extremely frustrating, since if you find that the laptop power jack replacement that you have purchased is not compatible, then you have probably wasted your money.

In other cases, replacing the power supply itself might not be the solution to the problem, since the problem could actually be inside the computer itself, i.e., the actual power socket inside the case. In these cases, the problem is quite a lot more complex, but if you send your computer into a reliable computer repair and maintenance centre, trained technicians will be able to fix the problem easily and cheaply since they have the right tools and knowledge at their disposal.

Laptop power socket repair does not have to be complicated, but trying to attempt to fix these problems yourself can make the problem even worse, and in many cases, it will also void your warranty. To prevent this sort of risk, it is much better to leave it in the hands professionals, who can fix the problem quickly and easily and get your computer running like new again.


Leading Laptop Repair Company UK offers Services for Laptop Repairs, ... give us a call on 020 7237 6805 or send us an e-mail to info@innovativeit.co.uk

Innovative IT (UK) LTD – Laptop Repair
80 Willow Walk, The Willows, Unit 6A
London SE1 5SY
Tel: +44 020 7237 6805

Opening hours 9am to 6pm
Monday to Saturday
info@innovativeit.co.uk