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Are you looking for methods to restore data in Andover? Are you interested in prices for recovering a hard disk, memory card or USB flash drive? Did you unintentionally delete important documents from a USB flash drive, or was the data lost after disk formatting or reinstallation of Windows? Did a smartphone or tablet PC accidentally lose all data including personal photos, contacts and music after a failure or factory reset?
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Reviews about «S.C. Consultants»
Whenever I have had to approach SC Consultants I have always been treated professionally, encouragingly and sympathetically, especially given my somewhat limited knowledge of the working of a CPU. I always received sound advice, with variable options to resolve an issue. When work is required on the CPU to resolve an issue, it is done in a reasonably timely manner, and at reasonable costs. This is why I have used SC Consultants for the past decade or more.
2019.05.20 14:42
Reviews about «ElpaTech»
10/10 good price for repair and quick thanks
2019.07.29 14:54
ElpaTech looked at our hard drive which was not being recognised on our home system. They checked what they could, very efficiently and were apologetic about not being able to help out but the hard drive was too damaged. They sent us away with a recommendation of where to go next. Very impressed and if (when) we have computer issues in the future we will definitely go back.
2019.02.01 21:34
ElpaTech is a trustworthy business with vast IT skills. I was very happy with my recent experience. They are quick, knowledgeable and extremely helpful. I am very happy to recommend them for all your IT needs, help and guidance.
2018.12.03 21:06
When your computer is your third arm, your business partner and your best friend; trusting someone to take care of it when it stops working, is like finding the perfect VET for your feline best friend. I found that trusty person – Ed at ElpaTech Ltd. I felt confident that my computer was in safe and knowledgeable hands and it was back with me in no time; all fixed and perfect again. Thank you Ed for your help, guidance and immense IT knowledge; along with being a thoroughly nice human being. Thank you.
2018.12.03 21:02
Truly an excellent service over more than a decade.
2019.04.26 07:00
Reviews about «Eagle IT Support»
My sons desktop computer was diagnosed by Jools UK as needing a new motherboard. The replacement board was promptly ordered, installed, computer rebuilt, windows and drivers installed and returned to us, and all within three days. Absolutely brilliant service by Adam and Luke. Well done.
2018.07.06 17:58
Lovely little IT support Company; Big Hearts -Small prices!
2018.08.02 16:18
Great service
2019.06.04 15:06
No nonsense upgrade to my son's PC. Excellent advice price and service
2018.07.19 17:45
The staff at Jools are brilliant; helpful,prompt, efficient and first rate value for money.
they have looked after our family computers for ten years and i would not go anywhere else.
A great local company - highly recommended
Use them, they won;t let you down
2016.01.28 19:15
Reviews about «Planet PC»
Great customer service, top knowledge and skills, very helpful and brilliant job. Thank you
2019.05.20 10:36
Small place a bit messy. Getting a PC built for £150. Have to wait and see how this go's but looks fine at the moment. Anyway got my PC built and I have to say they did a very good job. Very happy with the service at this shop.
2018.11.03 23:09
Great helped me out big time
2019.03.23 17:11
Brilliant service
2019.01.29 09:46
Very polite helpful, speedy service, explained the work needed and work completed. They inform me they also do remote computer services - yet to be tested.
Will be happy to use their services again.
2014.06.08 06:16
Reviews about «Computerwise IT LTD»
I was having problems with my internet, when I called Talk Talk after checks over the phone they said my Router was fine and I must have computer problem. At this point I called Computerwise purely at random, as there were so many to choose from. I booked an appointment for an engineer to call. The engineer called Dudley duly arrived, he could not have been more helpful. having proved my computer was fine, he spoke to Talk Talk and explained my computer was OK and that the problems lay within the router. That there was an intermittent fault with the wired ethernet connection, and a virtual total breakdown of the wifi connection. The router is now going to be replaced by Talk Talk.
Thankyou Computerwise, an A1 service.
T. Moulton.
2016.04.21 13:32
Good
2018.12.07 03:38
Anthony
Vincent
2014.04.29 18:38
Reviews about «CeX»
Always have a look in the window when I’m passing. I’ve picked up some Anime DVD and a great value GoPro from this store - the prices are excellent and the staff friendly and knowledgeable. Recommended.
2019.07.04 07:55
I could live in this shop, if only they would let me lol!
Awesome games, dvd's/ blue rays and consoles/accessories along with the best staff make it an awesome experience everytime!!
2019.08.13 12:01
The stock for children's films and TV shows isn't very good, but when they do have popular or ones my 3 year old would be interested in they are good prices and you get a warrenty of a year so if there are any problems you can bring them back. Have also since then bought a couple of games and had no problems with quality.
2019.05.25 10:34
Great place to get nearly new things, and electronics with warranty
2019.07.15 16:14
Always a great service in there. Great when you getting rid of staff
2019.05.27 13:28
Reviews about «Currys PC World Featuring Carphone Warehouse»
The young woman that helped us today, was very welcoming and friendly. Very good with advice also.
2019.08.11 12:38
Was an ok visit but someone came to see if they could help, then they got another person and after I explained what I wanted, another person came and changed places with the person I had spoken to, which meant I had to explain all over again, I did buy an item.
2019.08.06 17:34
The young Man was very helpful to us ... Thank you
2019.07.25 12:43
Rude staff and very uninspiring shop, I use it as a showroom and search on line for cheaper price
2019.07.05 15:04
Very interesting. With all options
2019.07.12 12:27
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Reviews about «V N A Enterprise»
FANTASTIC ALWAYS HAPPY TO HELP OPEN UNTIL 10PM, SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL BUSINESS :)
2017.01.31 17:20
Reviews about «Enham Post Office»
Friendly knowledgeable staff , great selection of local produce and the added value from being a Spar.
On Fridays excellent fish and chips cooked to order
2019.08.28 21:38
Terrible customer service. Expensive, prefer to shop at other local shops.
2019.01.14 17:35
Great service and a well stocked local shop. Also handy to have a Post Office which is always open with no long queues!
2018.07.17 09:28
Lovely shop with lovely people. Amazing choice of local produce, changing all the time. Highly recommend
2018.02.07 10:53
The village post office is the hub of Enham Alamein, the staff are always friendly and initiate conversation. Having just moved into the village, we love to pop down to the shop and pick up what we need. Support local businesses. Looking forward to Fish n chips on a Friday night too.
2017.10.27 23:43
Reviews about «Post Office»
Tiny post office desk in convenience store, long opening hours.
2017.06.20 12:00
Reviews about «Royal Mail Group Ltd»
I would give 0 out of 5. Apparently if post men in this area are incapable of finding your house (despite no other delivery service having any issues) then they feel that, unlike royal mail in the rest of the country, they are not obliged to hold your post for 18 calendar days, and instead will destroy it. At this point, expect to be greeted by the rudest manager who will tell you he cannot assure you that your post will ever be successfully delivered... So I guess we will have to stick with email or revert to carrier pigeon whilst living in this area....
2019.07.25 07:53
The kind of service you get from Royal Mail is completely pot luck with who happen to deal with. Our postman broke out letter box trying to shove a parcel that was clearly too big to fit and RM have been about as much use as a chocolate teapot in resolving the issue. Signed for items get put as "attempted delivery" when they don't even get put on the van, you can go on and enquire, sometimes you might get good service, other times they will tell you that even though you have proved that you are the intended recipient and they have your parcel they just won't hand it over because you don't have a docket because they never gave you one. Arranging a redelivery is a joke because they simply leave it on the shelf and do nothing. There are like, 2 people who work here that do go above and beyond to help you out and clear up their colleagues screw-up but the rest are just unhelpful and unprofessional.
I remember when I was going to college in the late part of the 00's our postman used to pass me on his route and hand me our parcels right there. Royal Mail at present are a far cry from that level of customer service now.
2019.09.08 10:42
Useless. Leave a card on a Saturday. Says open on a Sunday. Drive there and they’re shut. It’s too hard to cross out the Sunday day and times so you know. Go first thing Monday morning parcel won’t be ready till lunch time. Working away so names and addresses won’t match. Tell them who’s it’s from. Whats in the parcel and still can’t get it. Redeliver the next day so have to wait around until the post man turns up.
2019.08.19 11:19
Had my package. Cant complain.
2019.12.05 07:49
useless, useless, useless !!! Would rate 0 if i can, postman fail to deliver so i drove there to pick my parcel up and find out they are closed even when they should be opened. “sorry for any inconvenience” note on the door sound like joke to me
2019.11.10 12:33
Reviews about «Charlton Post office»
Post office opening hours are wrong. I deliberately chose this as a collection point for my parcel as it says it is open until 8pm. It isnt, I asked a member of tesco store staff and they actually close at 5.30 everyday and have done for a long time. Website should be updated to reflect this .
2019.11.11 19:16
It’s a shame there isn’t a zero star option. I’m fed up of trying to collect parcels from this particular post office when it is always closed. Ignore the post office website opening times because they’re wrong. This post office appears to operate on an ad-hoc basis, whenever they can be bothered to have enough staff in. If you’re looking for inconvenience, please come here.
2019.02.10 14:47
Great Post Office I use it most mornings before going to work and love seeing the ladies, they are cheeful and very helpful. The shop is compact but still pretty well stocked, very helpful and friendly staff.
2018.05.28 08:41
Advertised opening from 8am - 8pm but actually not open those hours.
2017.05.12 17:31
Reviews about «Post Office»
Shut down now, maybe they open somewhere else in town. Very slow service but staff were helpful.
2019.06.09 17:05
Very slow but actually real nice staff persons. Work on the speed and I'll give 5 stars.
2018.11.21 22:12
Incredibly slow service. One member of staff wandering about for the most empty self service area while two people deal with huge queues. Use any other Post Office.
2018.08.11 11:12
shutdown now its moved to the high street in whsmiths
2019.05.31 04:44
Sometimes the queues can be long, but I've found the staff very friendly and helpful.
2018.06.13 14:33
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Reviews about «Andover Food Bank»
They provide help for those in need.
2019.08.03 11:36
Andover Foodbank. Friendly staff I volunteer there
2017.12.29 17:37
Reviews about «Michael Banks Cars»
We are very happy with our new car which we brought on Sunday 26 th January we have a Ford focus Edge in red Darren was very helpful and when we want a new car we will be going back there
2020.01.28 21:10
Long-established family-run business. Friendly, helpful and efficient whilst filling out paperwork in purchasing a vehicle. No pushy sales talk involved! It was a pleasure doing business, would recommend to friends, and will use again when the need arises!
2019.08.19 17:24
Great team, Car supplied on time and as expected, would recommend that you speak to them if your looking for a car
2019.09.30 09:07
I found the perfect first car for my son at M Banks shop: A Hyundai coupe Tuscani!
I was impressed by the nice , warm and professional attitude I was treated.
Very keen to please and help customers.
I would highly recommend this company!
2019.04.14 02:45
Good service and kept me up to date why getting my car ready
2019.07.24 18:46
Reviews about «HSBC»
friendly staff, needed some advice about a loan. spoke to the manager Adrian who was really informative and went above and beyond what i would expect from a bank manager.
2019.10.04 16:58
Great service.
2020.01.16 03:57
Standard HSBC branch, offering all the standard services inside with usual opening hours. A cash machine is built into the outside wall however does not support deposits.
2016.05.06 22:48
Friendly staff
2019.04.28 20:34
High Street Bank.
2017.02.11 19:49
Reviews about «Barclays ATM»
Ok
2017.07.25 21:01
Reviews about «Lloyds Bank»
Having personally banked with Lloyds bank for over 30 years and having had an exemplary banking history I decided that when setting up a new company that I would try and open a Lloyds Bank Business account. I have run my own business for 21 years. I suppose what I am saying is that I do know how to run my own business. Anyway I enquired in their Andover Hampshire store about opening an account. Yes I took the trouble to walk in and ask someone personally in the bank if I could open an account. The nice lady took my details and said that someone would be in touch. A couple of days later I was contacted by Derek who is the man that helps set up business accounts in Andover. He asked if I required an overdraft facility. I said that I would prefer to have a £5K facility when opening the account for cashflow and set-up purposes. I was then told that this no longer fell into Derek's remit and that someone called Cassie would be in touch with me.
A couple of days later after I chased Derek, I eventually received a call from Cassie who asked about the business I was setting up. I explained that I had registered the business at Companies House and that we were all ready to go. She then asked about the overdraft facility that I required. I explained that I needed it for cashflow and set-up purposes. She then reeled off a whole list of things that she then required to open up an account with such a facility - 3 years business plan,2 years financial projections, details of all Directors / shareholders as well as details of their personal finances. At this point I stopped her and explained that I was more than happy to provide all of these but I asked the question that if I did provide all of this information and I was successful in getting the facility, would I be required to guarantee the £5K overdraft facility? Simple answer back from Cassie was a yes!
Now forgive me but if I guarantee this amount I am wholly liable for the full amount and that the bank are taking no risk whatsoever. It would be far easier to simply put £5K of my own money in an account or on a credit card and just to open up an account. She agreed but apologised that this was just the banks way of doing things.
I then asked if I could just open an account without an overdraft facility as soon as possible. I wouldn't have to provide her with any of that information.
I was then referred back to Derek. I came into Andover the following day equipped with passports and company info required to open an account. To my amazement I received a text from Derek saying that he could not see me until two weeks later to open said account as this was his first availability. I didn't realise how many businesses want to open up accounts every day with Lloyds bank in Andover - they must be seriously inundated.
The whole experience has been a shocker - I thought High Street banks were wanting and encouraging small businesses to set up and helping them with facilities etc. I though the government were meant to have agreed with the banks to help lend money to enterprise. My experience is far far from that and I would not recommend any small business to go through the pain I have to open up what should be a simple business account.
2019.11.21 11:27
Struggled to see advisors here and had to do everything online! I want more service ideally.
2019.02.17 11:40
Never had any problems.
2019.03.02 13:21
Helpful staff and good quick service
2015.12.02 09:39
High Street bank.
2017.02.11 19:49
Reviews about «Halifax»
Incompetent member off staff resulted in a wasted journey and left me unable to solve an urgent issue. Very disappointed
2020.01.05 15:23
Very knowledgeable, helpful and friendly staff who go above and beyond to help. Regular customer every week. Spotless clean and tidy, large spacious airy banking hall. 10/10
Wheelchair, mobility scooter and buggy accessible entrance. Close high street parking for disabled badge holders everyday not on Thursday & Saturday when there's a market.
2018.07.12 10:23
Great customer service not worth using some of the internal machines cashiers are much faster, new card readers greatly increase the speed of a transaction.
2019.01.19 14:28
Poor customer service, I would not recommend this branch.
2019.06.14 10:58
This is an amazing bank very helpful friendly staff .excellent service always
2018.02.14 07:46
Reviews about «Nationwide Building Society»
I've used this branch on and off for over 20 years, always been happy with them.
2019.12.21 08:34
Closes on weekend. Dumb as most people work weekday when they're open.
Should modernize.
2019.10.26 11:12
Staff too slow
2017.12.02 23:40
Reviews about «Newbury Building Society»
Friendly, efficient and convenient with good interest rate.
2017.12.22 15:36
Reviews about «NatWest»
Severely understaffed. Looking for a brief transaction that had taken more than an hour to complete. Unfortunately, I had to come in person to resolve the issue as online help desk could not help me. Big ask apparently to help me here in person too.
2019.06.13 12:08
Lovely staff
2018.05.19 09:28
Nice staff
2018.03.21 00:33
Reviews about «Barclays Bank»
Someone at this branch handed over £4200 in cash to an individual who had stolen my credit card, without even requesting ID. The branch then refused to supply police with useable CCTV footage. I strongly suspect therefore that someone in this branch is involved in organised crime. I have never spoken to a more pedantic, obstructive bank manager (Mr Andrew Green I believe). Bank here at your own risk.
2018.08.16 21:34
Simply unhappy with the service. ..
2018.06.14 11:15
Great, friendly service from staff in addition to a range of self service machines that get most banking tasks done in seconds.
2016.06.17 18:04
Very professional customer services
2017.07.02 15:10
Bad
2017.08.30 09:02
Reviews about «Santander»
Unhelpful staff, lazy and generally uninterested in offering any kind of Customer services.
2018.08.29 13:29
I went to bank to do deposit of my mix money ( notes and coins )and bank manager refused to accept that.
Which was annoying.
Really bad customer services
2018.10.06 11:30
I dont recommend this branch if you are a graduate student. What sort of lady branch manager didn't know what a PhD degree is? Sorry its not NVQ. Also, shocking to hear her say '' you cant upgrade 123 to post grad unless you have a student account'' only to find out she was wrong!
2017.04.24 18:21
Very good staff, always looking out for the customers. And Google wrong on Saturday time, it's open 9am till 4pm.
2016.12.03 08:41
Everything seems hard work here..not that helpful to be honest.
2017.11.26 09:30
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Make up a list of devices where the necessary files have been saved.
Try to remember the chain of events from creating the files to deleting them. You may have received them by email, downloaded from the Internet, or you may have created them on another PC and then brought them home on a USB drive. If the files in question are personal photos or videos, they can still be available on the memory card of your camera or smartphone. If you received the information from someone else - ask them for help. The sooner you do it the more chances you have to recover what is lost.
Use the list of devices to check them for the missing files, their backup copies or, at least, the chance to recover the deleted data from such devices.
Windows backup and restore
You can create backups in Windows both with the system tools and third-party apps.
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📝 File History
File History is meant to keep versions of all files in a certain folder or on a specific disk. By default, it backs up such folders as Documents, Pictures etc, but you can also add new directories as well.
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🔄 System restore points
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📀 Recovery image
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📁 Registry backup and restore
In addition to restoring user files, Windows gives you an opportunity to cancel any changes you may have made to the system registry.
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📀 SFC and DISM
System files and libraries can be recovered with a hidden recovery disk by using the SFC and DISM commands.
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🛠️ Recovering file system
Often, data can be lost because of a data carrier failure. If that is the case, you don’t have to rush to a PC repair shop; try to restore operability of the storage device on your own. If you see the “Please insert a disk” error, a device is recognized as having a RAW file system, or the computer shows a wrong disk size, use the Diskpart command:
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👨💻 Restore system boot
If data was lost and now the operating system seems inoperable, and Windows can’t start or gets into a boot loop, watch this tutorial:
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♻️ Apps for backup
Third-party backup applications can also create copies of user files, system files and settings, as well as removable media such as memory cards, USB flash drives and external hard disks. The most popular products are Paragon Backup Recovery, Veeam Backup, Iperius Backup etc.
Mac OS backup and restore
The backup is implemented with Time Machine function. Time Machine saves all versions of a file in case it is edited or removed, so you can go back to any date in the past and copy the files you need.
Android backup and restore
Backup options for Android phones and tablets is implemented with the Google account. You can use both integrated system tools and third-party apps.
Backup and restore for iPhone, iPad with iOS
You can back up user data and settings on iPhone or iPad with iOS by using built-in tools or third-party apps.
In 2025, any operating system offers multiple solutions to back up and restore data. You may not even know there is a backup in your system until you finish reading this part.
Image Recovery
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📷 Recovering deleted CR2, RAW, NEF, CRW photos
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💥 Recovering AI, SVG, EPS, PSD, PSB, CDR files
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📁 Recovering photos from an HDD of your desktop PC or laptop
Restoring history, contacts and messages
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🔑 Recovering Skype chat history, files and contacts
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💬 Recovering Viber chat history, contacts, files and messages
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🤔 Recovering WebMoney: kwm keys, wallets, history
Recovery of documents, spreadsheets, databases and presentations
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📖 Recovering documents, electronic tables and presentations
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👨💻 Recovering MySQL, MSSQL and Oracle databases
Data recovery from virtual disks
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💻 Recovering data from VHDX disks for Microsoft Hyper-V
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💻 Recovering data from VMDK disks for VMWare Workstation
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💻 Recovering data from VDI disks for Oracle VirtualBox
Data recovery
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📁 Recovering data removed from a USB flash drive
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📁 Recovering files after emptying the Windows Recycle Bin
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📁 Recovering files removed from a memory card
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📁 Recovering a folder removed from the Windows Recycle Bin
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📁 Recovering data deleted from an SSD
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🥇 Recovering data from an Android phone
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💽 Recovering files after reinstalling or resetting Windows
Recovery of deleted partitions and unallocated area
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📁 Recovering data after removing or creating partitions
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🛠️ Fixing a RAW disk and recovering data from an HDD
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👨🔧 Recovering files from unallocated disk space
User data in Google Chrome, Yandex Browser, Mozilla Firefox, Opera
Modern browsers save browsing history, passwords you enter, bookmarks and other information to the user account. This data is synced with the cloud storage and copied to all devices instantly. If you want to restore deleted history, passwords or bookmarks - just sign in to your account.
Synchronizing a Microsoft account: Windows, Edge, OneDrive, Outlook
Similarly to MacOS, the Windows operating system also offers syncing user data to OneDrive cloud storage. By default, OneDrive saves the following user folders: Documents, Desktop, Pictures etc. If you deleted an important document accidentally, you can download it again from OneDrive.
Synchronizing IPhone, IPad and IPod with MacBook or IMac
All Apple devices running iSO and MacOS support end-to-end synchronization. All security settings, phone book, passwords, photos, videos and music can be synced automatically between your devices with the help of ICloud. The cloud storage can also keep messenger chat history, work documents and any other user data. If necessary, you can get access to this information to signing in to ICloud.
Synchronizing social media: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, VK, OK
All photos, videos or music published in social media or downloaded from there can be downloaded again if necessary. To do it, sign in the corresponding website or mobile app.
Synchronizing Google Search, GMail, YouTube, Google Docs, Maps,Photos, Contacts
Google services can save user location, search history and the device you are working from. Personal photos and work documents are saved to Google Drive so you can access them by signing in to your account.
Cloud-based services
In addition to backup and synchronization features integrated into operating systems of desktop PCs and mobile devices, it is worth mentioning Google Drive and Yandex Disk. If you have them installed and enabled - make sure to check them for copies of the deleted files. If the files were deleted and this operation was synchronized - have a look in the recycle bin of these services.
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What are the common power supply or battery issues that a PC repair service in Andover can assist with?
A PC repair service in Andover can assist with a variety of power supply or battery issues, including:
- Power supply failure: If the power supply unit (PSU) in a computer fails, it can result in the computer not turning on or experiencing intermittent power issues. A repair service can diagnose and replace a faulty power supply.
- Battery not charging: For laptops or portable devices, a common issue is the battery not charging properly or at all. This can be due to a faulty charger, battery, or charging port. A repair service can identify the cause and provide the necessary repairs or replacements.
- Battery draining quickly: If a laptop or portable device's battery drains quickly, it could be due to software issues, background processes, or a faulty battery. A repair service can troubleshoot and resolve these issues to improve battery life.
- Overheating and power-related shutdowns: Power supply or battery issues can sometimes lead to overheating problems in a computer. This can cause the system to shut down unexpectedly or exhibit performance issues. A repair service can clean the internal components, replace faulty fans or heatsinks, and resolve any power-related issues causing overheating.
- Power surge or electrical damage: Power surges or electrical issues can damage the power supply or battery of a computer. A repair service can assess the extent of the damage and replace the affected components to restore functionality.
- Upgrading power supply: If a computer requires more power due to upgrades such as adding a high-end graphics card or additional storage devices, a repair service can assist in upgrading the power supply to meet the increased power demands.
Overall, a PC repair service in Andover can address a wide range of power supply or battery issues, ensuring that the computer functions properly and reliably.
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How can a PC repair service in Andover diagnose and resolve power supply or battery problems in a computer?
A PC repair service in Andover can diagnose and resolve power supply or battery problems in a computer by following these steps:
- Initial Assessment: The technician will perform a thorough inspection of the computer to identify any visible signs of power supply or battery issues. They will check for loose connections, damaged cables, or any physical damage to the power supply unit (PSU) or battery.
- Testing the Power Supply: If the power supply is suspected to be faulty, the technician will use a multimeter or a power supply tester to measure the voltage output of the PSU. They will also check if the PSU fan is working properly and if there are any unusual noises or smells coming from it.
- Battery Testing: In case of a laptop or a computer with a built-in battery, the technician will check the battery health. They will use diagnostic tools to determine the battery's capacity, charge cycles, and overall performance. If necessary, they may also perform a battery calibration to recalibrate the battery's power readings.
- Software Analysis: The technician will inspect the computer's operating system and power management settings to ensure they are properly configured. They will check if any software or driver issues are causing power supply or battery problems. They may update or reinstall drivers, perform system updates, or adjust power settings accordingly.
- Replacement or Repair: If the power supply or battery is found to be faulty, the technician will recommend a suitable replacement. They will ensure compatibility with the computer's specifications and install the new power supply or battery. If the issue is minor, such as a loose connection or damaged cable, they may repair or replace the affected component.
- Testing and Verification: After the repair or replacement, the technician will thoroughly test the computer to ensure that the power supply or battery problem has been resolved. They will check if the computer powers on without issues, if the battery charges properly (in the case of a laptop), and if there are no abnormal power fluctuations or shutdowns.
By following these steps, a PC repair service in Andover can effectively diagnose and resolve power supply or battery problems in a computer, ensuring its proper functioning and reliability.
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Are there any specific signs or symptoms that indicate a power supply or battery issue in a computer, and how can a PC repair service in Andover address them?
Yes, there are specific signs and symptoms that indicate a power supply or battery issue in a computer. Some common signs include:
- Computer not turning on: If the computer does not power on at all, it could be due to a faulty power supply or battery.
- Frequent unexpected shutdowns: If the computer shuts down randomly and frequently, it could indicate a power supply problem.
- Overheating: If the computer gets excessively hot, it may be due to a malfunctioning power supply or inadequate power delivery.
- Inconsistent power supply: If the computer experiences fluctuations in power, such as dimming or flickering of lights, it could be a sign of a faulty power supply.
- Battery not charging or draining quickly: If the battery doesn't charge properly or drains quickly even when not in use, it may indicate a battery issue.
A PC repair service in Andover can address these issues by following these steps:
- Diagnosis: The technician will examine the computer and perform tests to identify the exact cause of the power supply or battery issue.
- Power supply replacement: If the power supply is faulty, the technician will replace it with a new one that matches the computer's power requirements.
- Battery replacement: If the battery is the problem, the technician will replace it with a new one that is compatible with the computer.
- Power management settings: The technician may adjust power management settings in the computer's operating system to optimize power usage and prevent further issues.
- Cleaning and maintenance: The PC repair service may also clean dust and debris from the computer's internal components, which can contribute to power supply issues.
- Recommendations: The technician may provide recommendations on how to prevent future power supply or battery problems, such as using surge protectors or avoiding overloading power outlets.
Overall, a PC repair service in Andover can diagnose and address power supply or battery issues effectively to ensure the proper functioning of the computer.