Software problems associated with laptop ownership are in the main
the same as for desktop computers. Problems do sometime arise
after a new Windows Operating System has been installed and it is
necessary to search for the required hardware drivers.
Depending on the make and model of the laptop, some manufacturers do
have easy to use Websites where drivers can be downloaded and
installed.
However, it is often the case that a thorough search of the Internet
is required to locate all of the relevant drivers, as it is not
always obvious what driver is missing from the system, when
confronted with the words
"Unknown Device".
Quite often is the case that very few clues are provided in order to
identify exactly what device requires to have software installed.
Once a Windows Operating System has been successfully installed the
installation of other applications is normally as straightforward as
dealing with conventional a desktop computer.
One aspect of laptop use that is particularly important, is the
configuration of the Windows
"Power Management"
features, which if set up correctly can preserve the power of a
laptop's battery, a problem that does not apply to the use of
desktop computers, but is an important issue when preserving power
for use when there is no DC power supply available.
Many of the software problems associated with desktop computers can
be mirrored on a laptop, and can be resolved using the same
troubleshooting processes.
All laptop software problems are dealt with in-house and can be
resolved in a reasonably short space of time. There are not
many software problems that have not already been through my office,
and I strive to get the problems resolved as soon as possible and
depending on the nature of the work required, can complete the work
on the same day or by the next working day. This also includes a
FREE! collection and delivery service.
We also have a great deal of experience recovering data from laptop
hard drives and restoring it to a new Windows installation, which
can include where the hard drive has been completely replaced. Where required we
can partition the hard drive to provide independent storage space
for personal data and where required a
"Recovery Image".
More information about Imaging can be obtained by viewing the
Backup & Data Recovery
link.