About the Vaio VPCF24L1E/B
| Model | Sony Vaio VPCF24L1E/B |
|---|---|
| Series | Vaio F series |
| Years sold | 2010–2011 |
| Screen | 16.4-inch |
| Platform | Intel Core i5 / i7 with NVIDIA GeForce |
| Type | Multimedia / gaming laptop |
No power: motherboard repair
If the Vaio VPCF24L1E/B 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.
Overheating and fan noise
After many years, dust packs into the fan and heatsink of a Vaio VPCF24L1E/B, 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 VPCF24L1E/B of this age. We source compatible keyboards and hinges and repair broken hinge mounts in the base.
Is it worth repairing?
Because Sony stopped making Vaio laptops in 2014, parts for the Vaio VPCF24L1E/B come from compatible suppliers or good used stock. Our free diagnostic tells you exactly what's wrong and whether it's worth fixing.
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 VPCF24L1E/B 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?
Many repairs are done the same day or within 24–48 hours when parts are in stock. Parts we need to order usually take a few days.
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.
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Bring it in or book a repair
Free diagnostic · fixed quote before we start · 90-day warranty