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Sony Vaio · S series (SB) · 2011

Sony Vaio VPCSB2B7E repair

Still relying on a Vaio VPCSB2B7E? This 13.3-inch thin-and-light laptop from Sony's S series (SB) (2011) runs on Intel Core i3 / i5 (2nd gen). A popular 13.3-inch S series that upgrades well to an SSD.

About the Vaio VPCSB2B7E

ModelSony Vaio VPCSB2B7E
SeriesVaio S series (SB)
Years sold2011
Screen13.3-inch
PlatformIntel Core i3 / i5 (2nd gen)
TypeThin-and-light laptop

Screen and backlight faults

A dim, flickering or dark screen on the Vaio VPCSB2B7E 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.

Swap the hard drive for an SSD

The single biggest improvement for an older Vaio VPCSB2B7E 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.

Battery and power

Original Sony batteries for the Vaio VPCSB2B7E 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.

Is it worth repairing?

Because Sony stopped making Vaio laptops in 2014, parts for the Vaio VPCSB2B7E 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 VPCSB2B7E 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?

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?

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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