About the Vaio SVE1712S1EB
| Model | Sony Vaio SVE1712S1EB |
|---|---|
| Series | Vaio E series |
| Years sold | 2012–2013 |
| Screen | 17.3-inch |
| Platform | Intel Core i3 / i5 / i7 or AMD |
| Type | Home laptop |
Swap the hard drive for an SSD
The single biggest improvement for an older Vaio SVE1712S1EB is replacing its spinning hard drive with a solid-state drive. Start-up and everyday tasks become several times faster, the laptop runs cooler and quieter, and we copy your existing system and files across so nothing is lost.
Windows and security
Windows 10 stopped receiving free security updates in October 2025, and older Vaios like the Vaio SVE1712S1EB don't meet Windows 11's official requirements. For offline use, a clean reinstall and SSD keep it useful; for banking and email we'll talk you through safer options.
No power: motherboard repair
If the Vaio SVE1712S1EB shows no lights at all, the fault is often a failed component on the motherboard rather than the whole board. We trace power faults at component level, which can save a laptop that would otherwise be scrapped.
Is it worth repairing?
Is it worth repairing a Vaio SVE1712S1EB? Often yes for a battery, SSD or DC jack. For bigger faults we'll compare the cost with a replacement laptop and, either way, make sure your files are safe.
Typical prices
| Screen replacement | £69 – £129 |
| Battery replacement | £49 – £89 |
| Keyboard replacement | £59 – £99 |
| Charging port / DC power jack repair | £59 – £99 |
| Data recovery | £99 – £349 |
| Liquid spill damage repair | £69 – £249 |
| Virus / malware removal | £49 – £79 |
| Motherboard repair | £99 – £249 |
| RAM / SSD upgrade | £49 – £129 |
Typical price ranges. Every job starts with a free, no-obligation diagnostic and you get a fixed quote before any work starts. Try the price calculator.
Questions
How much does a Vaio SVE1712S1EB repair cost?
We start with a free, no-obligation diagnostic and then quote a fixed price. Nothing is done without your go-ahead.
How long will it take?
Our normal turnaround is 24–48 hours, and often same day if we have the part. We'll give you a time when we quote.
Will I lose my files?
Your files stay as they are unless you ask us to reinstall. If there's any risk to your data, we back it up first.
Is the repair guaranteed?
Yes. All repairs come with a 90-day warranty. Liquid-damage repairs are excluded, except for any new parts we fit, which are covered for 90 days.
Other Vaio E series models
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- Vaio SVE1712T1EB
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Bring it in or book a repair
Free diagnostic · fixed quote before we start · 90-day warranty