What are the opening hours?

Monday 9am - 5pm Tuesday 9am - 5pm Wednesday 9am - 5pm Thursday 9am - 5pm Friday 9am - 5pm Saturday 9am - 12pm

PC Pitstop - Proactive Computer Support

Name: PC Pitstop - Proactive Computer Support
Address: 2/10 Bellbowrie Street, Port Macquarie, NSW, 2444, AU
Telephone: +61265841551
Price range: $$

Home
Australia
Port Macquarie, NSW
PC Pitstop - Proactive Computer Support

Voted #1 in Port Macquarie for FAST Repairs on all Computers, Apple Mac and Laptop's!!
7x Award Winni Voted #1 for Computer Repairs in Port Macquarie.

PC Pitstop support business though perfectly matched IT solutions. With over 15,000 happy customers and over 800 business customers. Call the friendly and helpful team at PC Pitstop today and experience true service we provide.

29/10/2026

When you are tired of typing the password and the screen asks for one more step, that extra PIN is doing the real work.

The image shows the familiar Microsoft sign-in asking for a second check. Most people see it as an annoyance. For a business it is the difference between a stolen password and an attacker who cannot finish the login. Multi-factor authentication requires that extra proof after the password, usually a code or PIN from a phone or authenticator. An attacker who only has the password stops there.

Local companies still lose email, files and customer details because one account relied on a password alone. The extra step takes a few seconds once it is set up and blocks the majority of these attempts. Microsoft 365 already includes the tools to turn it on across email, files and team access so the same protection applies whether staff are in the office or working elsewhere.

PC Pitstop sets up Microsoft 365 for Business for Mid North Coast teams. We handle the security settings, the multi-factor checks and the practical training so the extra step protects the business without slowing daily work.

Call 02 6584 1551 or see the details for a free initial check.
https://www.pcpitstop.com.au/business/microsoft-365-for-business/

28/10/2026

Still relying on a password alone for business email and systems? That approach no longer holds up.

Attackers collect passwords through phishing emails, data breaches or simple guessing. Once they have one that works, they can sign in as a staff member and reach files, accounts or customer details. Multi-factor authentication adds a second check after the password, usually a short code from a phone app. An attacker who only has the password cannot finish the login. The extra step takes a few seconds and blocks most of these attempts.

Local businesses on the Mid North Coast see this pattern regularly. A single compromised login can lead to data loss, ransomware or ongoing unauthorised access. Australian guidance includes the extra check as one of the practical steps that reduce risk, which also helps when insurers or clients ask about protection.
Microsoft 365 and most modern tools already support it. Staff can use a free authenticator app. Starting with the most important accounts such as email and finance is a practical first move.

PC Pitstop can review your current logins, turn multi-factor authentication on where it matters and keep the setup clear for your team.

Call 02 6584 1551 or visit the page for a free check focused on this.
https://www.pcpitstop.com.au/what-multi-factor-authentication-is-and-why-you-need-it-now/

27/10/2026

A cracked or dim laptop screen slows work for the whole team. Staff cannot see spreadsheets, emails or designs properly, and that means delays on jobs that need to be finished today.

PC Pitstop repairs laptop screens for Windows and Apple machines across any brand. We handle cracked panels, no display, dim screens, touchscreen faults and other problems that stop a device from being useful. Technicians replace the screen properly and test the laptop so it is ready for daily use again. The work comes with a warranty and is done by people who have repaired thousands of devices over more than 25 years in Port Macquarie.

For a business these matters because one broken laptop can hold up invoices, site reports or client calls. Bringing the machine in quickly limits the interruption. If the screen is damaged, switch the laptop off, remove the battery if it is easy to do so, and do not try to restart or open the case yourself. Those steps protect the chance of a clean repair.

Local companies on the Mid North Coast use the service when a machine is needed for on-site work or when a staff member relies on the laptop every day. We check the fault, explain the options in plain terms and complete the screen replacement so the device can return to normal use without extra fuss.

Call 02 6584 1551 or see the details for laptop screen repairs.
https://www.pcpitstop.com.au/computer-repairs/laptop-screen-repairs/

26/10/2026

"We are deeply grateful for your continued support and loyalty. Thank you for being a part of our journey."
from your Winning Team!

Google Review from Erica Bell:

"Excellent service and friendly staff!"

25/10/2026

Is your technology helping the business grow, or just creating extra work?

Think of us as your business's IT department on call. Your remote computer support Australia wide. Reduce downtime, increase efficiency, and scale your business with Pitstop IT business IT support. No offshore call centres, no hidden costs; your needs, our priority. We speak in plain English. No jargons, no confusion. We build real relationships. Your IT should drive growth, not stress.

About Technology Consulting

Technology Consulting at PC Pitstop starts with a clear look at how your systems work today. We assess what you have, identify risks and gaps, then build a practical roadmap that matches your goals and budget. This covers cloud moves such as Microsoft 365, security steps aligned with Essential Eight, hardware planning and ongoing advice. Local Mid North Coast businesses get clear recommendations without disruption, so technology supports daily work instead of getting in the way. Book a free strategy session to see what fits your team.

Call 02 6584 1551 or visit https://www.pcpitstop.com.au/business/it-consulting/

23/10/2026

Ask Ben has a quick walkthrough on how to perform updates on your computer, and it is worth a couple of minutes if your team is still doing it the hard way.

On Windows, open Settings and go to Windows Update, then check for updates. On a Mac, open System Settings and look for Software Update. Install what is waiting, then do a proper restart rather than just shutting down so the changes actually take effect.

Skipping those steps leaves known holes open. Updates close bugs, improve performance and stop attackers from using weaknesses that have already been fixed elsewhere. For a business that can mean fewer unexpected freezes during busy periods and less chance of one machine becoming the way into your files or email.

Doing it manually across several computers is easy to forget. Microsoft 365 for Business keeps the tools and security settings current once they are set up properly, so the same protections apply whether staff are in the office or working elsewhere.

PC Pitstop handles the setup, the migration from older systems and the ongoing checks so updates happen without the constant reminders.

Call 02 6584 1551 or have a look at the details for a free initial check that shows what suits your team.

https://www.pcpitstop.com.au/business/microsoft-365-for-business/

22/10/2026

Anyone else still scrolling through long lists or counting rows by hand when a simple lookup or pivot would finish the job?

The image says it plainly: lookups that fail less, and a pivot that replaces a morning of counting rows. That is what current Excel does when the tools are set up properly.

Microsoft 365 brings that version of Excel, Word and PowerPoint into the same place as your email and files. Teams can open the same spreadsheet at the same time, edit it together and know which version is the real one. No more emailing copies back and forth or hunting for the latest file on someone else’s desktop.

For a business that means less time spent on routine tracking and more time on the actual work. It also means built-in security that helps against the phishing and ransomware attempts hitting local firms, plus the option to work from the office, home or the road without leaving data sitting on old machines.

PC Pitstop sets up Microsoft 365 for Business across the Mid North Coast. We handle the move from older systems, lock down the security settings and show your team the practical ways to use it so the tools actually save time instead of creating new questions.

Call 02 6584 1551 or visit the page for a free initial check and a clear recommendation that matches your team size and budget.

https://www.pcpitstop.com.au/business/microsoft-365-for-business/

21/10/2026

Still running older computers in the office because they work fine and everyone knows them? The security side has shifted.

Windows 10 stopped receiving free security updates in October 2025. Computers that cannot run a current supported system often miss stronger built-in protections. Attackers look for exactly these machines and use ransomware, phishing and data theft tools that exploit the open holes.

One infected computer can spread malware across the network, lock files or leak customer details. For a business that usually means downtime, recovery costs, damage to reputation and extra questions from insurers or clients who expect basic cyber standards to be met.

Australian businesses face growing pressure to show sensible protection. Unpatched systems make that harder to demonstrate and can affect tenders or insurance.

A short check can show which machines are still reasonable to keep, which should be limited or replaced, and where shifting key work to supported hardware or cloud tools makes sense without unnecessary disruption.

Contact PC Pitstop for a free cyber health check or to talk through practical next steps that fit your setup and budget.

https://www.pcpitstop.com.au/why-your-old-computers-are-a-security-risk/

20/10/2026

A laptop that will not start, or one that crawls through the morning, rarely stays a private problem. In a small business it holds up quotes, bookings and the shared files the rest of the team needs. Waiting to see if it rights itself often means another day of workarounds.

PC Pitstop handles laptop repairs in-store at Port Macquarie for local companies and the people who run them. The work covers the faults that stop a machine being useful: slow performance, viruses and malware, Wi-Fi that drops, a screen that will not come on, a faulty power supply, a broken keyboard or hinge, and mail or internet that will not connect. If the machine has been compromised, the team can secure it and get it back into daily use.

You do not need to arrive with a diagnosis. Bring the laptop in for a free over-the-counter look, or call first. The technicians ask what it was doing when it failed, test the hardware, and give a clear cost estimate before any repair starts. There is no technical run-around, and the work is guaranteed. Brands commonly seen in local offices are covered, including Dell, HP, Lenovo, Microsoft, Acer, Asus, Samsung and Apple.

The shop is open weekdays from 9am to 5pm and Saturday mornings from 9am to 12pm. For a business, the useful part is a short turnaround and a machine that can go straight back on the desk, rather than a long wait while someone works from a phone.

If a company laptop is slowing the week, bring it in or call 02 6584 1551. Details are at pcpitstop.com.au/computer-repairs/laptop-repairs/

Address

2/10 Bellbowrie Street
Port Macquarie, NSW
2444

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 12pm

Telephone

+61265841551

Website

https://www.pcpitstop.com.au/

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when PC Pitstop - Proactive Computer Support posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.