About the Vaio VGN-AR21SR
| Model | Sony Vaio VGN-AR21SR |
|---|---|
| Series | Vaio AR series |
| Years sold | 2006–2008 |
| Screen | 17-inch |
| Platform | Intel Core Duo / Core 2 Duo |
| Type | Flagship multimedia laptop |
Swap the hard drive for an SSD
The single biggest improvement for an older Vaio VGN-AR21SR 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.
No power: motherboard repair
If the Vaio VGN-AR21SR 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.
Overheating and fan noise
After many years, dust packs into the fan and heatsink of a Vaio VGN-AR21SR, and the thermal paste dries out. The result is a loud fan, sudden shut-downs and slow performance. A strip-down clean with fresh thermal paste usually fixes it.
Is it worth repairing?
Is it worth repairing a Vaio VGN-AR21SR? 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 VGN-AR21SR repair cost?
Prices vary with the part needed. You'll get an exact quote after we've looked at it; the diagnostic itself is free.
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?
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 AR series models
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- Vaio VGN-AR21M
- Vaio VGN-AR21MR
- Vaio VGN-AR21S
- Vaio VGN-AR31E
- Vaio VGN-AR31M
- Vaio VGN-AR31MR
- Vaio VGN-AR31S
- Vaio VGN-AR31SR
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Bring it in or book a repair
Free diagnostic · fixed quote before we start · 90-day warranty