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Sony Vaio · CR series · 2007–2008

Sony Vaio VGN-CR11SR/W repair

Sony sold the Vaio VGN-CR11SR/W as part of its CR series between 2007–2008: a 14.1-inch consumer laptop running Intel Core 2 Duo. A popular student laptop of its time; hinge cracks around the screen bezel are a known weak spot.

About the Vaio VGN-CR11SR/W

ModelSony Vaio VGN-CR11SR/W
SeriesVaio CR series
Years sold2007–2008
Screen14.1-inch
PlatformIntel Core 2 Duo
TypeConsumer laptop

No power: motherboard repair

If the Vaio VGN-CR11SR/W 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.

Battery and power

Original Sony batteries for the Vaio VGN-CR11SR/W 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.

Keyboard, hinges and casing

Worn keys, a cracked hinge cover or a lid that no longer stays upright are typical on a Vaio VGN-CR11SR/W of this age. We source compatible keyboards and hinges and repair broken hinge mounts in the base.

Is it worth repairing?

Sony sold its PC business in 2014, so new original parts for the Vaio VGN-CR11SR/W 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-CR11SR/W 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?

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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Free diagnostic · fixed quote before we start · 90-day warranty