About the Vaio VGN-NW20ZF/S
| Model | Sony Vaio VGN-NW20ZF/S |
|---|---|
| Series | Vaio NW series |
| Years sold | 2009–2010 |
| Screen | 15.5-inch |
| Platform | Intel Core 2 Duo / Pentium |
| Type | 16:9 home laptop |
Overheating and fan noise
After many years, dust packs into the fan and heatsink of a Vaio VGN-NW20ZF/S, 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-NW20ZF/S of this age. We source compatible keyboards and hinges and repair broken hinge mounts in the base.
Moving to a new laptop
Sometimes the honest answer is that a new laptop is better value than repairing the Vaio VGN-NW20ZF/S. In that case we move all your files, emails, bookmarks and photos across to your new machine so you don't lose anything.
Is it worth repairing?
Sony sold its PC business in 2014, so new original parts for the Vaio VGN-NW20ZF/S 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-NW20ZF/S repair cost?
We start with a free, no-obligation diagnostic and then quote a fixed price. Nothing is done without your go-ahead.
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 NW series models
- Vaio VGN-NW20EF/P
- Vaio VGN-NW20EF/S
- Vaio VGN-NW20EF/W
- Vaio VGN-NW20SF/P
- Vaio VGN-NW20SF/S
- Vaio VGN-NW20ZF/T
- Vaio VGN-NW21EF/S
- Vaio VGN-NW21JF/S
- Vaio VGN-NW21MF/P
- Vaio VGN-NW21MF/S
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Free diagnostic · fixed quote before we start · 90-day warranty