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Another repair from Mike, this time an HP laptop screen replacement. Excellent & speedy ad always. Highly recommended
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Microsmith repairs
PC & Laptop Upgrades Newport
PC and laptop upgrades in Newport, including compatible SSD storage and RAM upgrades. Microsmith helps you decide what is worth improving, checks the device and agrees any file transfer before work begins.
Customer reviews
PC and laptop customer reviews
Customer experiences of PC and laptop repairs at Microsmith Electronics in Newport. Read their feedback on our repair service.
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Brilliant service from Microsmith, installed new hard drive to my laptop - had a few teething problems which were all sorted. Reasonable price too.
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After having our toshiba laptop fixed, the after care was impeccable.
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I bought a laptop from Microsmith 12 months ago. The after sales service I have received is first class! I have no hesitation in recommending them.
Read full reviewA slow computer does not always need replacing. An upgrade can make sense when the existing machine meets your needs but storage capacity, memory or an ageing drive is holding it back. Tell us what you use it for, what feels slow and the model or current specification. We assess the options before recommending parts or work.
Service information
Is an upgrade right for your computer?
An SSD, extra memory and a graphics upgrade address different limitations. We consider your workload, existing specification, condition and budget. Some laptops have soldered memory or restricted storage options, so the exact model matters. If the computer has crashes, no power or an intermittent fault, we may need to diagnose that before planning an upgrade.
SSD storage and RAM compatibility
We check the type of storage or memory the system can use and the practical limits of the machine. Tell us about any parts you already own before buying more. A desktop upgrade may also depend on the motherboard, power supply, case space and cooling. The agreed quote identifies the proposed work rather than promising every component will suit every PC.
Your files, Windows and existing drives
Adding a second drive, transferring files and moving an existing installation are separate tasks. Tell us which files matter, where they are stored and whether the old drive is healthy. Keep a current backup where possible. We agree what can be transferred, any software or licence requirements and how the existing drive will be handled. Recovery from a failing or damaged drive needs its own assessment.
Workshop preparation and turnaround
Bring the model details, current specification if known, charger for a laptop and a description of the improvement you want. Straightforward compatible part fitting can often be turned around quickly, subject to parts, testing and workload. A 10–11am drop-off helps us assess same-day or next-working-day options; faults, recovery work and more involved upgrades can take longer. We confirm the timescale with the proposed work.
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Laptop SSD and RAM upgrades
Check whether your laptop can take faster or larger storage, additional memory or both. Start with the exact model and the programs you use so the upgrade fits the machine.
Desktop storage and memory upgrades
Plan extra capacity or compatible memory for a desktop PC. We consider existing drives, motherboard limits and the work needed to install and check the components.
Gaming PC upgrade assessment
Discuss memory, storage, graphics, cooling and power requirements around the games, applications and display you use. Existing faults should be investigated before parts are selected.
File transfer and setup
If an upgrade means moving to another drive or computer, agree the files, settings and software work separately. Tell us what needs keeping before any changes are made.
Why choose Microsmith for PC upgrades?
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Free quote before work
We agree the proposed work and price before you commit. A service request starts a conversation about suitability; it is not an order for unspecified parts.
Newport workshop
Visit our Newport workshop with the device details or current specification. Discuss larger systems and proposed work first so we can confirm what to bring.
Compatibility and scope
Suitable components, the condition of the system and the work required matter more than choosing a part in isolation. Tell us about parts you already own.
Clear aftercare terms
We explain the cover that applies to the agreed work and parts. Read the terms and ask about any existing or customer-supplied components before work starts.
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Computer repairs
Fault finding and repair for desktop, all-in-one and custom-built computers, including systems that will not start or have become unreliable.
Laptop repairs
Repair advice for laptop screens, batteries, keyboards, charging faults and other hardware problems across supported brands.
Gaming PC build planning
Planning a complete new tower rather than improving an existing PC? Discuss compatible parts, assembly, setup and testing around your requirements.
PC setup and file transfer
Discuss a new or replacement computer, software setup and the files and settings you want to move. Transfer scope is agreed for the devices involved.
PC and laptop upgrade questions
Will an SSD or more RAM fix a slow laptop?
It depends on the cause of the slowdown and the existing specification. We check suitability and any underlying fault before recommending an upgrade; no single part is the answer for every laptop.
Can you fit components I already own?
Tell us the exact parts and device specification first. We will confirm whether the proposed job is suitable and explain fitting, testing and cover before agreeing the work.
Will my files and programs move to the new drive?
Tell us what you need to keep. File transfer, installation migration, software setup and data recovery are different jobs. We agree the supported scope, permissions and any licence requirements before starting.
How much does an upgrade cost?
The quote depends on the device, compatible parts and the installation or transfer work required. We confirm the proposed work and price before you commit; there is no universal upgrade package price.
Request an upgrade quote
Tell us your PC or laptop model, current specification, budget and the improvement you want. Include details of parts you already own and any files you need to keep.