About the Vaio VGN-AR31S
| Model | Sony Vaio VGN-AR31S |
|---|---|
| Series | Vaio AR series |
| Years sold | 2006–2008 |
| Screen | 17-inch |
| Platform | Intel Core Duo / Core 2 Duo |
| Type | Flagship multimedia laptop |
Keyboard, hinges and casing
Worn keys, a cracked hinge cover or a lid that no longer stays upright are typical on a Vaio VGN-AR31S of this age. We source compatible keyboards and hinges and repair broken hinge mounts in the base.
Getting your old files back
Many Vaio VGN-AR31S owners come to us for one reason: the photos, documents and emails still on the drive. Even if the laptop won't start, the drive can usually be read on our bench, and we copy everything to a USB stick, external drive or your new computer.
Windows and security
Windows 10 stopped receiving free security updates in October 2025, and older Vaios like the Vaio VGN-AR31S 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.
Is it worth repairing?
Sony sold its PC business in 2014, so new original parts for the Vaio VGN-AR31S 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-AR31S repair cost?
It depends on the fault. Typical ranges are shown above, and we always give you a fixed quote after a free diagnostic, before any work begins.
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?
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.
Other Vaio AR series models
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- Vaio VGN-AR21SR
- Vaio VGN-AR31E
- Vaio VGN-AR31M
- Vaio VGN-AR31MR
- Vaio VGN-AR31SR
- Vaio VGN-AR41E
- Vaio VGN-AR41L
- Vaio VGN-AR41M
- Vaio VGN-AR41MR
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