Now I’ve got the print jobs out of the way, it’s time for some computer repairs. Today, it’s an HP EliteBook battery repair.
One of my very first clients is back with a laptop that won’t hold it’s charge.
It’s a HP EliteBook 840 that he bought refurbished from Amazon, on my advice, about 4 years ago.
I really like the EliteBooks. So easy to work on, as the back panel just unclips in a few seconds. This way, you have access to pretty much everything.
As I’ve had a lot of problems with after-market batteries in the past, I only supply OEM batteries. These can cost £75-£150+. However, as he’s a pensioner, it’s a bit pricey for his budget. So I pointed him to the correct battery on Amazon for just £25. He’ll bring it back next week for me to fit.
The service went easily, as it’s got 16Gb of RAM, an i5 CPU & fast SSD.
A quick virus scan, bunch of Windows updates, clean-up of start-up programs, disk clean-up & optimise the SSD, and it’s ready to collect in about 45mins.
Modern computers, with solid state drives are so cheap to service. Last week, an almost identical machine only had 4Gb of RAM, a Celeron CPU and a traditional mechanical HDD. It took me nearly 3hrs to do the same job.
🛠️ Expert Repairs Without the “Big Brand” Price Tag
There is a lot of life left in older machines if they are treated right! This HP EliteBook is a perfect example of how a quick, professional service and an honest approach to parts can keep you up and running for years. This can be done without breaking the bank.
Whether your laptop is struggling to hold a charge or has become “painfully slow,” we provide straightforward, jargon-free support. Our goal is to get it back to its best.
Why bring your tech to Bluesdigital?
- Honest Advice: If a part is too pricey, we’ll help you find a reliable, budget-friendly alternative.
- Fast Turnaround: Modern SSD-based machines can often be serviced and optimised in under an hour!
- Local Trust: We look after your tech so you don’t have to worry about “big brand” upsells.
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From reviving tired laptops to building affordable web design in Mid-Wales, we make technology work for you. If your computer needs a “spring clean” or a hardware boost, pop in and see us at Frolic House.
Get your tech sorted today: ☎️ Call: 01686 610 106 📱 Text: 0783 222 7823 📍 Visit us: Frolic House, Newtown (Between the Medical Practice & Driving Test Centre)