I recently built my own PC but encountered a black screen issue, meaning it wouldn't boot. I took it to a PC repair shop, and they suggested that the motherboard was probably faulty. I ended up buying a new motherboard and swapped it out at their shop on Monday. Now it's Friday, and I still haven't heard back from them. I reached out yesterday, and they mentioned they were still working on getting it to run. How long should I expect this to take? Is this a normal delay for PC repair services?
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It really depends on the shop and the specific issues with the PC. Sometimes, when it’s a DIY build like yours, they might suspect other problems they need to address, which can lead to longer repair times. I’d say it’s totally valid to ask them for a status update so you know what’s happening.
If they told you they’re still troubleshooting, it might mean they found issues beyond the motherboard swap. In my experience, a motherboard swap is straightforward, but diagnosing other potential problems can take time. Just try to stay in touch with them for updates!
The repair time can really vary! Some places give an estimate when you drop it off, but if they’re still working on it several days later, it might indicate more going on than just the motherboard. Typically, a swap itself could take about 30 minutes, maybe an hour if they have to reinstall Windows. Keep in mind they probably have other jobs to juggle too! Might be worth checking in again for a clearer estimate.
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