PC-FIXED

23/04/2026

Danger - blown batteries - check your laptop!

Every now and then, I see a laptop whose battery has become faulty and is expanding dangerously. It’s not very common, but when it does happen, it can have catastrophic effects.

It is good practice just to check the outline of your laptop occasionally to make sure there is no sign of swelling, particularly if you know where the battery is located

A blown battery cannot only damage the machine, but if you try to charge it, it may even catch fire! If you see any signs that give rise to concern, please unplug it and seek professional help.

The picture below is of a battery I’ve taken out today, and it shows just how much these can swell!

For help and advice, contact me at PC-FIXED on (01758) 445025.

16/03/2026

Computer problems?

Call PC-Fixed on 01758 445025

09/03/2026

💻 Is It Time to Replace Your Laptop?

You know you can’t keep putting it off…

Your laptop still works — just about.
It’s a bit slow… it’s still running Windows 10… and every time you switch it on you wonder if today’s the day it finally gives up.

But with money tight, you keep telling yourself:
“Maybe it’ll last a few more months…”

⚠️ Here’s the risk:
• Windows 10 is reaching the end of support, which means increasing security risks.
• Older laptops often use mechanical hard drives, and when they fail, they can take your photos, documents and files with them.

Before you spend £800–£1000+ on a new laptop, there’s another option…

✅ A Smarter Alternative

At PC-FIXED we supply professionally refurbished Dell business-class laptops.

These machines are typically only 2–3 years old, originally built for corporate use — meaning they’re far better engineered than most modern domestic laptops.

✔ Grade A business models
✔ Windows 11 Pro installed and ready to go
✔ Huge savings vs buying new
✔ 90-day warranty included

📂 We can even transfer everything from your old laptop — documents, photos, files and emails — so you can pick up exactly where you left off.

👍 Reliable. Secure. Affordable.

Why struggle with a slow, outdated laptop when you could upgrade for a fraction of the cost of new?

📞 Interested? Contact Martin at PC-FIXED
01758 445025
🌐 www.pc-fixed.wales

Quality refurbished laptops without the new-laptop price tag.

09/03/2026

💻 Is It Time to Replace Your Laptop?

You know you can’t keep putting it off…

Your laptop still works — just about.
It’s a bit slow… it’s still running Windows 10… and every time you switch it on you wonder if today’s the day it finally gives up.

But with money tight, you keep telling yourself:
“Maybe it’ll last a few more months…”

⚠️ Here’s the risk:
• Windows 10 is reaching the end of support, which means increasing security risks.
• Older laptops often use mechanical hard drives, and when they fail, they can take your photos, documents and files with them.

Before you spend £800–£1000+ on a new laptop, there’s another option…

✅ A Smarter Alternative

At PC-FIXED we supply professionally refurbished Dell business-class laptops.

These machines are typically only 2–3 years old, originally built for corporate use — meaning they’re far better engineered than most modern domestic laptops.

✔ Grade A business models
✔ Windows 11 Pro installed and ready to go
✔ Huge savings vs buying new
✔ 90-day warranty included

📂 We can even transfer everything from your old laptop — documents, photos, files and emails — so you can pick up exactly where you left off.

👍 Reliable. Secure. Affordable.

Why struggle with a slow, outdated laptop when you could upgrade for a fraction of the cost of new?

📞 Interested? Contact Martin at PC-FIXED
01758 445025
🌐 www.pc-fixed.wales

Quality refurbished laptops without the new-laptop price tag.

A fast, friendly, and cost-effective range of PC and Laptop repair services for home and business users on the Llŷn - Find out more!

09/03/2026

09/03/2026

WiFi Black Spots? 📶

You’ve upgraded to fibre broadband.
You’ve got the latest high-speed router.

So why is your WiFi still slow… or disappearing completely in parts of your home?

The simple truth: WiFi doesn’t travel well through stone walls.
That’s why older properties often suffer from dead zones and weak signals.

Some broadband providers offer mesh disks or boosters, but these usually just relay the same weak signal, so placement becomes tricky and performance is often disappointing.

There is a better solution.

At PC-FIXED, we install a proper wired WiFi system designed for full coverage and maximum speed:

✅ A wired link from your router
✅ A PoE switch to power the system
✅ One or more professional access points placed exactly where you need them

Each access point broadcasts strong, full-speed WiFi, eliminating those frustrating black spots.

We’ve solved this problem many times in older homes and can design a system tailored to your property.

📞 Call PC-FIXED today: 01758 445025
and we’ll arrange a site survey to assess your WiFi coverage.

Stop putting up with poor WiFi — enjoy fast, reliable coverage in every room. 🚀

16/09/2025

⚠️ Windows 10 Support Ends Soon – What You Should Do

Microsoft ends support for Windows 10 on 14 October 2025. After that, no more security updates – meaning your PC will be at greater risk online.

✅ Check for updates now – go to Settings → Windows Update. If your PC can run Windows 11, take the upgrade.

💡 If you can’t upgrade:

Stay offline – safe to keep using, but only without internet access.

Replace or refurbish – most people will find it cheaper to buy a new or refurbished Windows 11 machine.

⚠️ Beware of “too good to be true” online deals – some sellers force Windows 11 onto unsupported hardware, which can fail after updates.

We stock a small range of fully Windows 11–compatible refurbished PCs and laptops (mainly Dells) and can migrate your data so nothing gets lost.

📞 Call us on 01785 445025 (Mon–Fri) or make an appointment to drop in for a chat about your options.

31/05/2025

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Windows 10 will fall out of support in October this year. While this won't stop your PC or laptop working, you might want to consider the potential risks of continuing to use an unsupported computer. Sadly, bad people are continually looking for ways to attack computer systems with a view to finding...

30/01/2025

*** THIS ONE IS SOLD - I CAN ALWAYS BUILD ANOTHER TO ORDER! ***

Are you looking for a custom build Gaming PC?

I have just had a cancelled order. Their loss could be your gain!

Featuring the renowned AMD Ryzen 7 5700 3.7GHz 8 Core AM4 Processor, with 16 Threads, and 4.6GHz Boost, in a ASRock B550M Phantom Gaming 4 AMD AM4 Socket Motherboard, Micro-ATX, 4x DDR4 Slots, 2x M.2 Sockets, GbE LAN, 1x DisplayPort / 1x HDMI Port. This machine has 16GB Kingston Fury Beast DDR4 RAM and a Kingston NV3 NVMe 1 TB SSD. The CPU is kept cool with a Deep Cool AK400 Zero Dark Cooler and Powered by an Aerocool 750W PSU. Finally, the all-important graphics are provided by a Geforce RTX 3070 8GB GPU. All this in Deepcool’s CH370 Gaming case.

The design of this unit is focused on power rather than flashing lights. This means you are getting maximum performance for its price.

Case DeepCool CH370
PSU Aerocool 750W
MB ASRock B550M Phantom Gaming 4
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 5700 3.7GHz 8 Core AM4
Cooler Deep Cool AK400 Zero Dark Cooler
RAM 16GB Kingston Fury Beast DDR4 RAM
SSD Kingston NV3 NVMe 1 TB SSD
GPU Geforce RTX 3070 8GB
OS MS Windows 11 Pro

Benchmarks:
Rated 155% overall for Gaming - UFO!
£849 with 1 year warranty.

Contact me on 01758 445025 or email me on [email protected]

19/01/2025

Windows 10 - End of Life October 2025.

Now is probably a good time to check your computer and think about how you will transition to Windows 11 if you are still on 10.

With the approaching end of life (EOL) of Windows, we are already seeing a rise in demand for Windows 11 laptops and PCs.

Sadly, many perfectly good laptops and PCs are not be compatible with Windows 11 because their CPUs have not got the built-in security that Microsoft now requires. After EOL, Microsoft will no longer provide technical support, security patches or updates for Windows 10 which will make it more and more vulnerable to hackers and scammers. To be fair, for some the risk is low - if you just use it for internet browsing and emails, however if you use it for online shopping or banking, you need to be aware that you may loose any protection from your bank or credit card provider if you are using an unsupported platform.

If your CPU is compatible, there is no reason why you shouldn’t go ahead and upgrade now when it is offered in ‘Settings|Windows Updates’. From a user perspective, Windows 11 is not very different to 10 - they have moved a few icons around and have rounded the edges of the boxes - so it will quickly become familiar to use. Some very old software may not work but! so far, we have been able to find alternatives successfully.

If you see the message that your PC or Laptop will not upgrade to Windows 11, it is time to think of replacing it. All new units currently on sale will have Windows 11 but what about second hand or refurbs? This is where you need to be wary and watch out for scammers. Many sellers on Marketplace and eBay (even Amazon) are using hacks to force Windows 11 onto incompatible machines in order to sell them. They will seem to work initially but as soon as they collect updates from Microsoft they can be locked out. The key to ensuring you don’t get duped is to find out the CPU spec before you buy and look it up the CPU in Microsoft’s compatibility list. You can search Google for ‘Windows 11 CPU compatibility’. A simple rule of thumb is to look for the generation number - 8th gen or higher is usually ok.

To reassure you, all our refurbished units have the required spec to run Windows 11 natively. We try to keep a basic range of laptops and desktops in stock and,for those requiring something specific, we have a network of bone-fide suppliers to find exactly what you need. In addition to supplying a quality refurb we also provide a data migration service to transfer all your precious files, photos and documents making the whole process as seamless as possible

Why now? I expect demand for compatible replacements is going to surge this year which will make prices go up and delivery times extend. If you know that replacement is inevitable it is better to get ahead of the crowd!

As always, we are happy to discuss and explain any issues you have so please call us on 01758 445025 or raise a support request on https://pc-fixed.wales/help

31/12/2024