About the Vaio VGN-FE21S
| Model | Sony Vaio VGN-FE21S |
|---|---|
| Series | Vaio FE series |
| Years sold | 2006 |
| Screen | 15.4-inch |
| Platform | Intel Core Duo |
| Type | Multimedia laptop |
Getting your old files back
Many Vaio VGN-FE21S 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.
Swap the hard drive for an SSD
The single biggest improvement for an older Vaio VGN-FE21S 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.
Screen and backlight faults
A dim, flickering or dark screen on the Vaio VGN-FE21S isn't always a dead panel. On older Vaios the backlight (CCFL tube and inverter on earlier models, LED on later ones) or the display cable is a common culprit, and we test those before suggesting a new screen.
Is it worth repairing?
Sony sold its PC business in 2014, so new original parts for the Vaio VGN-FE21S 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-FE21S 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?
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 FE series models
- Vaio VGN-FE11SR
- Vaio VGN-FE21B
- Vaio VGN-FE21H
- Vaio VGN-FE21HR
- Vaio VGN-FE21M
- Vaio VGN-FE21SR
- Vaio VGN-FE28B
- Vaio VGN-FE28H
- Vaio VGN-FE31B
- Vaio VGN-FE31H
All 29 Vaio FE series models →
Bring it in or book a repair
Free diagnostic · fixed quote before we start · 90-day warranty