About the Vaio VGN-BX195SP
| Model | Sony Vaio VGN-BX195SP |
|---|---|
| Series | Vaio BX series |
| Years sold | 2005–2007 |
| Screen | 14.1–15.4-inch |
| Platform | Intel Pentium M / Core Duo |
| Type | Business laptop |
Overheating and fan noise
After many years, dust packs into the fan and heatsink of a Vaio VGN-BX195SP, 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.
Keyboard, hinges and casing
Worn keys, a cracked hinge cover or a lid that no longer stays upright are typical on a Vaio VGN-BX195SP of this age. We source compatible keyboards and hinges and repair broken hinge mounts in the base.
No power: motherboard repair
If the Vaio VGN-BX195SP 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 VGN-BX195SP? 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-BX195SP 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?
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 BX series models
- Vaio VGN-BX194VP
- Vaio VGN-BX195EP
- Vaio VGN-BX195SPF
- Vaio VGN-BX195VP
- Vaio VGN-BX195VPF
- Vaio VGN-BX195XP
- Vaio VGN-BX195XPF
All 35 Vaio BX series models →
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