About the Vaio VGN-AR11M
| Model | Sony Vaio VGN-AR11M |
|---|---|
| Series | Vaio AR series |
| Years sold | 2006–2008 |
| Screen | 17-inch |
| Platform | Intel Core Duo / Core 2 Duo |
| Type | Flagship multimedia laptop |
Battery and power
Original Sony batteries for the Vaio VGN-AR11M are no longer made, so we fit good-quality compatible batteries where you want the laptop to run unplugged. If it won't charge at all, the DC jack or the charging circuit on the motherboard is often the cause, and both can be repaired.
No power: motherboard repair
If the Vaio VGN-AR11M 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.
Moving to a new laptop
Sometimes the honest answer is that a new laptop is better value than repairing the Vaio VGN-AR11M. In that case we move all your files, emails, bookmarks and photos across to your new machine so you don't lose anything.
Is it worth repairing?
Sony sold its PC business in 2014, so new original parts for the Vaio VGN-AR11M are no longer made. We use quality compatible or reclaimed parts, and we'll tell you honestly whether a repair is worth it before you spend anything.
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 VGN-AR11M 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?
Simple jobs like batteries, SSD upgrades and cleaning are often same-day. Anything needing a part ordered takes a little longer, and we'll tell you up front.
Will I lose my files?
We never wipe or reinstall without asking. If the drive is involved, we back up or recover your files 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.
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