# Manchester PC

> Friendly, local computer and laptop repair experts serving Manchester and Greater Manchester. Honest advice, free collection and return, and a no fix, no fee promise. Tech support that comes to you.

Manchester PC repairs laptops, desktop PCs and Macs, removes viruses, recovers data and supports home users and small businesses. Call 0161 820 1992 or email info@manchester-pc.co.uk for a free, no-obligation quote.

## Services

- [Laptop Repair Manchester](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/manchester-laptop-repair/): Laptop repairs: screens, batteries, keyboards, RAM and SSD upgrades.
- [Computer & PC Repair Manchester](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/manchester-pc-repair/): Desktop and PC repair, slow computer fixes and diagnostics.
- [Mac & MacBook Repair](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/manchester-mac-repair/): Apple Mac, MacBook and iMac repairs and upgrades.
- [Virus & Malware Removal](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/manchester-virus-removal/): Virus, malware and ransomware removal and clean-up.
- [Data Recovery Manchester](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/manchester-data-recovery/): Recover lost files from failed drives, SSDs and devices.
- [Laptop Screen Repair](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/laptop-screen-repair-manchester/): Cracked and faulty laptop screen replacement.
- [Business & IT Support](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/business-computer-support-in-manchester/): IT support and computer maintenance for Manchester businesses.
- [Business Services](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/business/): IT and web services for Manchester and Stockport businesses.
- [Business Computer Repair](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/business/computer-repair/): Office desktop and workstation repair for businesses, with collection and VAT invoices.
- [Business Laptop Repair](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/business/laptop-repair/): Business laptop repair (EliteBook, Latitude, ThinkPad, MacBook) with collection and VAT invoices.
- [Remote IT Support](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/business/remote-it-support/): Software, email and Microsoft 365 problems fixed remotely for businesses.
- [Business Website Design](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/business/website-design/): Pay-monthly websites from £100 a month plus VAT, no upfront cost.
- [Website Support, Hosting & Email](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/business/website-support-and-hosting/): Website fixes, speed, migrations, hosting and business email.
- [Google Business Profile Help](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/business/google-business-profile/): Google Business Profile setup, fixes and management.
- [Local SEO](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/business/local-seo/): Local SEO for Manchester and Stockport businesses.
- [Remote PC Repair](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/manchester-remote-pc-repair/): Remote support and fixes without leaving home.
- [Mobile Computer Repair](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/manchester-mobile-computer-repair/): On-site repairs: tech support that comes to you.
- [Computer Service & Tune-up](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/computer-service/): Full service, clean-up and speed-up for slow machines.

## Sell your device

- [Sell Your Device](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/sell-your-device/): We buy used MacBooks, laptops, desktop PCs and phones, working or faulty, if complete and unrepaired. Offers by email, subject to inspection.
- [Sell a MacBook](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/sell-your-device/sell-macbook/): Selling a MacBook Air or MacBook Pro: details, photos and what affects an offer.
- [Sell a Laptop](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/sell-your-device/sell-laptop/): Selling a Windows or other non-Apple laptop, working or faulty.
- [Sell a Desktop PC](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/sell-your-device/sell-desktop-pc/): Selling a desktop, gaming PC or custom build.
- [Sell a Mobile Phone](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/sell-your-device/sell-mobile-phone/): Selling a used iPhone or Android phone (a buying service, not phone repair).
- [How Selling Works](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/sell-your-device/how-it-works/): Offer, acceptance, Manchester collection or posting, and inspection.
- [What We Buy](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/sell-your-device/what-we-buy/): Eligibility: original condition, faults we consider, exclusions.
- [Prepare Your Device](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/sell-your-device/prepare-your-device/): Backups, signing out of accounts, removing activation locks and erasing.
- [Posting Your Device](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/sell-your-device/post-your-device/): Postal route after an accepted offer: tracked, covered postage, packing, battery restrictions.
- [Device Purchase Terms](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/sell-your-device/purchase-terms/): Offer validity, inspection, returns, payment and data.

## Company & contact

- [About Manchester PC](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/about/): Who we are: friendly, local, honest computer repair experts.
- [Contact](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/contact-manchester-pc/): Get in touch. Call 0161 820 1992 or email info@manchester-pc.co.uk.
- [Get a Free Quote](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/tech-support-quote/): Request a free, no-obligation repair quote.
- [Repair Locations & Coverage](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/manchester-computer-repair-locations/): Areas we cover across Manchester and Greater Manchester.
- [Repair Costs Guide](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/how-much-does-it-cost-to-fix-a-laptop/): Honest, plain-English guide to typical repair costs.
- [FAQ](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/computer-laptop-repair-frequently-asked-questions-faq/): Common questions about our repairs and service.

## Blog (computer & laptop advice)

- [Why Is My Desktop PC So Slow? (And How to Speed It Up)](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/why-is-my-desktop-pc-so-slow/): Why your desktop or gaming PC is slow in 2026, from old hard drives and low RAM to dust and bloatware, plus the fixes that speed it up witho
- [How Much Does PC Repair Cost in Manchester?](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/how-much-does-pc-repair-cost-manchester/): Honest 2026 guide to desktop and gaming PC repair costs in Manchester: typical ranges, what affects them, no fix no fee, and how to get an e
- [Repair or Replace? When to Upgrade an Old Desktop PC](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/repair-or-replace-desktop-pc/): When to upgrade an old desktop or gaming PC versus replace it: the 50 percent rule, SSD and RAM revivals, GPU and PSU headroom, dead end pla
- [Custom PC vs Pre-Built: Which Should You Buy?](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/custom-pc-vs-prebuilt/): Custom PC vs pre-built vs self-build in 2026: honest Manchester advice on cost, part quality, warranty, bloatware and upgrades, and why a lo
- [How to Clean and Dust Your PC Safely (Step by Step)](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/how-to-clean-and-dust-your-pc/): Learn how to safely clean and dust your desktop or gaming PC step by step: air vs vacuum, holding fans still, filters, cable tidy and when t
- [5 Best Free Firewalls in 2026 to Keep Intruders Out](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/5-top-free-firewalls-2026/): The best free firewalls in 2026, starting with the one built into Windows. What a firewall does, whether you need a third-party one, and our
- [Why Does My PC Keep Crashing or Freezing While Gaming?](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/why-does-my-pc-keep-crashing-while-gaming/): PC crashing, freezing or black-screening only while gaming? Learn how to tell heat, power, RAM and graphics driver faults apart, with a clea
- [The Dangers of Water Cooling Your PC: What to Know](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/the-dangers-of-water-cooling-your-pc/): Is water cooling dangerous for your PC? The real 2026 risks: rare leaks, pump failure, coolant loss and custom loops, plus when air cooling 
- [Why Does My Gaming PC Overheat? Thermal Throttling Explained](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/why-does-my-gaming-pc-overheat/): Why gaming PCs overheat and thermal throttle: safe CPU and GPU temperatures, the real causes, how to monitor temps, and the fixes that bring
- [How Much RAM Do You Need for Gaming in 2026?](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/how-much-ram-do-you-need-for-gaming/): How much RAM you need for gaming in 2026: 16GB vs 32GB vs 64GB, dual channel, DDR4 vs DDR5, XMP and EXPO speed, and spotting a RAM bottlenec
- [Graphics Card Upgrade Guide: When and How to Upgrade Your GPU](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/graphics-card-upgrade-guide-manchester/): How and when to upgrade your desktop GPU: match it to 1080p, 1440p or 4K, check your CPU, PSU and connectors, and fit it cleanly. Manchester
- [Things to Consider Before Building a New PC](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/things-to-consider-before-building-a-new-pc/): Planning a PC build in 2026? Budget and purpose, CPU and motherboard, RTX 50 GPU, DDR5 RAM, NVMe SSD, PSU wattage, cooling, assembly order a
- [Is My PSU Failing? Signs of a Dying Power Supply](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/is-my-psu-failing-signs/): Random shutdowns under load, no boot, coil whine or burning smell? Spot the signs of a failing PC power supply, how a PSU is tested, and why
- [Why Backing Up Your Data Is Critical (and How to Do It)](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/why-backing-up-your-data-is-critical/): Why backing up your data matters and how to do it in 2026: the 3-2-1 rule, cloud vs drive vs NAS, Windows, Mac and phone backups, ransomware
- [PC Turns On But No Display? How to Diagnose No-Signal Faults](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/pc-turns-on-but-no-display/): PC powers on but the monitor shows No Signal? Diagnose no-display faults step by step: ports, cables, RAM, GPU and PSU checks, then when to 
- [Why Won't My Gaming PC Turn On? A Manchester Repair Guide](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/why-wont-my-gaming-pc-turn-on/): Gaming PC won't turn on? A safe step-by-step guide covering PSU, power button, connectors, RAM and when to bring it in. Free Manchester coll
- [How to Find Your Laptop Model and Serial Number](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/laptop-model-number/): Find your laptop model and serial number in 2026: System Information, PowerShell, sticker, BIOS, plus HP, Dell, Lenovo, Asus, Acer, MSI, Sur
- [Should You Update Your Motherboard BIOS?](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/should-i-update-the-motherboard-bios/): Should you update your motherboard BIOS in 2026? When an update is worth it, when to leave it alone, the risk of bricking, and how to do it 
- [Why Is My Laptop Running Slow? (And How to Fix It)](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/why-is-my-laptop-running-slow/): Laptop running slow? The common causes in 2026 (full disk, no SSD, low RAM, malware, overheating) and exactly how to fix each one, plus when
- [Why You Should Upgrade Your Computer to an SSD Today](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/why-you-need-to-upgrade-to-an-ssd-today/): Thinking of an SSD upgrade? See how a solid state drive makes your laptop or PC boot in seconds, run quieter and last longer. Free fitting a
- [Laptop vs PC: Which One Should You Get?](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/laptop-vs-pc-which-one-should-you-get/): Laptop or desktop PC in 2026? Compare power, value, running costs, upgrades, repairability, lifespan and ergonomics to choose the right comp
- [Laptop Keyboard Repair: What You Need to Know](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/laptop-keyboard-repair-what-you-need-to-know/): Laptop keyboard not working or keys sticking? The common causes, what you can fix yourself, when a keyboard needs replacing, and what to do 
- [Weekly Laptop Repair Requests in Manchester (With Real Prices)](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/weekly-laptop-repair-requests-in-manchester/): Real laptop repair cases from a week in Manchester with our diagnosis, transparent prices and what you can check yourself: screens, SSDs, ch
- [Why Does My PC Keep Randomly Crashing or Restarting?](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/how-to-fix-random-pc-crashes-or-restarts/): PC randomly crashing or restarting? A 2026 guide to the six common causes (overheating, PSU, RAM, drivers, drive, malware) and how to diagno
- [How We Help Manchester Businesses With Their Computers and Laptops](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/how-we-help-businesses-in-manchester-with-their-computers-and-laptops/): How Manchester PC helps businesses repair and maintain computers and laptops: honest quotes, free collection, DBS-vetted techs and repairabl
- [Should You Upgrade to Windows 11 in 2026?](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/should-you-upgrade-to-windows-11/): Should you upgrade to Windows 11? A clear 2026 guide: check eligibility, is it free, will you lose files, Windows 10 ESU until 2027, and opt
- [This Week’s Laptop and PC Repair Requests in Manchester](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/weekly-laptop-pc-repair-requests-in-manchester/): A week of real Manchester repair cases, from dead laptops and cracked screens to liquid spills, failing drives, overheating and malware, plu
- [Should I Wipe My Computer or Laptop Before Repair?](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/should-i-wipe-my-computer-or-laptop-before-repair/): Should you wipe your computer before a repair? Usually no, it can hinder the fix. What to do instead: back up, protect your privacy and choo
- [Manchester PC Mid-Year Update: Repair Trends and New Services](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/manchester-pc-mid-year/): A mid-year look at the laptop repair trends we see most in Manchester, the brands and areas we serve, plus SSD upgrades, overheating and new
- [Manchester PC: Our 2023 Year in Review](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/happy-new-year-2023/): A heartfelt thank you and a look back at our year at Manchester PC: new software, a bigger workshop, the be quiet! partnership and the case 
- [Manchester PC: Official UK be quiet! Service Centre](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/be-quiet-uk-service-centre/): Manchester PC is the exclusive UK be quiet! service centre. Genuine parts, certified repairs, plus a plain-English guide to PC cooling, powe
- [Intel i7 Gaming PC Repair in Oldham: SSD Fix](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/gaming-pc-repair-oldham/): How we fixed an Intel i7 gaming PC in Oldham with a booting problem caused by an ageing SSD, by fitting a new drive and cloning the data acr
- [MSI GE76 Raider Not Powering On: Diagnosed and Repaired](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/msi-raider-ge76-laptop-repair/): How we fixed an MSI GE76 Raider gaming laptop that would not power on in Sale, tracing the fault to a faulty non-UK power lead and fitting a
- [HP EliteBook Folio 1040 G3: Sleep Mode Fault Fixed](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/hp-elitebook-laptop-repair-miles-platting/): How we fixed an HP EliteBook Folio 1040 G3 in Miles Platting that would not wake from sleep, with a BIOS reset and hard reset, plus why lapt
- [Thermal Paste: Why It Matters and When to Replace It](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/thermal-paste-manchester/): What thermal paste does, the signs it has dried out, the types to use, how to apply and clean it, and what a re-paste achieves for an overhe
- [AMD Gaming PC Stuck in BIOS: Repaired in Ardwick](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/amd-gaming-pr-repair-ardwick/): How we fixed an AMD gaming PC (Ryzen 7 5800X) in Ardwick that kept booting into BIOS after a botched Windows reinstall. Why a PC boots to BI
- [HP Pavilion Sleekbook 14: Data Recovery and SSD Repair](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/hp-pavilion-ts-sleekbook-14-laptop-repair/): How we recovered over 250GB of data from a failed hard drive in an HP Pavilion Sleekbook 14 stuck at Windows boot, then fitted an SSD. Faile
- [HP Pavilion 14-CM Upgrade: RAM, SSD and More](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/hp-pavilion-14-cm-upgrade/): How a RAM upgrade from 4GB to 16GB transformed an HP Pavilion 14-CM, plus the upgrades and repairs that keep these laptops running well in M
- [HP Pavilion 15-eh Screen Replacement in Manchester](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/hp-pavilion-15-eh-screen-replacement-manchester/): How we replaced the cracked touchscreen and fixed the touchpad on an HP Pavilion 15-eh in Chorlton after a drop, plus what a laptop screen r
- [Lenovo X390: Cracked Screen and Backlight Fault Diagnosed](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/lenovo-x390-backlight-repair-manchester/): How we diagnosed a Lenovo X390 with a cracked LCD and a dark screen after a DIY swap, and how to tell whether the fault is the panel or the 
- [PC Upgrade Gone Wrong: A Manchester Rescue](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/computer-upgrade-manchester/): A gaming PC would not power on after a self-upgrade. We found a misfitted motherboard, loose wires and a SATA versus PCIe SSD mismatch, and 
- [AMD Gaming PC: Diagnosing Random Crashes in Manchester](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/amd-computer-repair-manchester/): How we diagnose random, intermittent crashes on an AMD gaming PC in Manchester, why they are so hard to pin down, and the methodical, honest
- [Acer Nitro 5 Boot Loop Fixed With an SSD Upgrade](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/acer-nitro-5-laptop-repair-manchester/): How we fixed an Acer Nitro 5 stuck in a boot loop in Wythenshawe, caused by a completely full 128GB SSD, by upgrading to a 500GB drive and s
- [Dell Inspiron 13 5378 Drop Damage Repair](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/dell-inspiron-13-5378-repair-manchester/): How we restored a Dell Inspiron 13 5378 in Openshaw after a fall damaged its screen and chassis. What to do if you drop your laptop and whet
- [Failed Water Cooler Fixed: be quiet! Pure Rock 2 Upgrade](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/bequite-pure-rock-upgrade/): How a failed CPU water cooler pump damaged a Manchester CAD PC, and why we replaced it with a reliable be quiet! Pure Rock 2 air cooler. Air
- [Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Hinge Repair in Manchester](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/lenovo-ideapad-5-repair/): How we repaired a Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ARE05 whose hinge mountings had failed, leaving the lid unable to close. Why laptop hinges break and ho
- [2019 iMac SSD and RAM Upgrade in Manchester](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/imac-upgrade-manchester/): How an SSD and RAM upgrade transformed a slow 2019 21-inch iMac, swapping the hard drive and boosting memory to 32GB. Why upgrade an iMac, n
- [HP EliteBook 840 G2 Liquid Damage Repair](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/hp-elitebook-840-g2-laptop-repair/): How we repaired an HP EliteBook 840 G2 with liquid damage to the keyboard, battery and touchpad, plus a corroded connector. What to do if yo
- [HP Envy x360 Random Shutdown Repair in Ancoats](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/hp-envy-x360-laptop-repair-ancoats/): How we fixed an HP Envy x360 in Ancoats that randomly shut down and would not power on, caused by loose metal shorting the motherboard. Caus
- [HP EliteBook 840 G6 Not Turning On: Fixed](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/hp-840-g6-not-turning-on/): We fixed an HP EliteBook 840 G6 that would not turn on despite charging, by reflashing the BIOS firmware. Why laptops fail to power on, and 
- [Custom PC ‘No Signal’ Repair in Salford](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/custom-build-computer-repair-salford/): How we diagnosed a custom PC showing no signal in Salford, fitted a new WD Black SSD and clean-installed Windows 11, plus no-signal checks t
- [Acer Chromebook R721T Repair: Fixing a Boot Problem](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/acer-chromebook-r721t-laptop-repair/): How we fixed an Acer Chromebook R721T that would not boot, plus Chrome OS recovery, powerwash, AUE dates, overheating and whether to repair 
- [Lenovo ThinkPad X230 RAM Upgrade and Full Service](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/expertly-restored-the-remarkable-revival-of-the-lenovo-x230/): How a RAM upgrade from 8GB to 16GB and a full service revived an older Lenovo ThinkPad X230, and why upgrading an older laptop beats replaci
- [HP Pavilion 15-AU: Broken Hinges and Casing Repaired](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/hp-pavilion-15-au-hinges-and-casing-coming-apart/): How we repaired an HP Pavilion 15-AU in Hulme with broken hinges and a cracked casing, why laptop hinges fail, the warning signs, and how to
- [Essential Laptop Care: How to Keep Your Laptop in Top Condition](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/essential-laptop-care-guide-keeping-device-prime-condition/): A practical 2026 laptop care guide: keeping it cool, safe cleaning, battery care, surge protection, avoiding liquid damage and a simple main
- [Is It Cheaper to Repair or Replace My Laptop?](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/repair-or-replace/): Repair or replace your laptop in 2026? The 50% cost rule, which faults are worth fixing, lifespan, refurbished options and the greener choic
- [Cloud Storage vs External Hard Drive: Which Is Better?](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/cloud-storage-vs-external-hard-drive-which-is-better/): Cloud storage or an external hard drive in 2026? The pros, cons and UK costs of each, a clear comparison, NAS option, and why the 3-2-1 rule
- [Disk Cleanup: How to Safely Free Up Space in Windows](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/disk-cleanup-help-your-computer-run-faster/): How to safely free up disk space in Windows in 2026: Storage Sense, Disk Cleanup, what is safe to delete, how much free space you need, and 
- [How to Make Your Laptop Battery Last Longer: 10 Proven Tips](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/10-ways-to-improve-your-computers-battery-performance/): Improve your laptop battery life in 2026: Battery Saver, brightness, charge limits, heat, charging myths, checking battery health and when t
- [Sustainable Tech: The Best Eco-Friendly Laptops in 2026](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/sustainability-in-technology-the-best-eco-friendly-laptop-providers-2021/): The most sustainable laptops in 2026: why keeping and repairing yours is greenest, the top eco-friendly brands, certifications and buying re
- [How to Keep Your Computer and Data Safe While You're Out](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/keep-your-computer-safe-while-youre-out/): How to keep your computer and data safe when out and about: encryption, strong passwords, backups, Find My Device and smart anti-theft habit
- [What Is the Right to Repair, and What Does It Mean for You?](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/right-to-repair/): What the right to repair means in 2026: the UK rules, the EU directive (parts, part-pairing ban, longer guarantees), e-waste facts and why r
- [Fake Online Stores: How to Spot Them and Stay Safe](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/fake-online-stores-and-how-to-spot-them/): How to spot a fake online shop in 2026: red flags, how to verify a site, safe payment, the fake reviews law, and what to do if you have been
- [How To Work More Securely From Your Home Office (2026 Guide)](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/how-to-work-more-securely-from-your-home-office/): A practical 2026 guide to home office security: two-step verification, passkeys, three random words, 3-2-1 backups, free Microsoft Defender,
- [FM Laptop Repairs Has Closed After 12 Years in Business](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/fm-laptop-repairs/): FM Laptop Repairs on Lower Ormond Street, Manchester has closed after 12 years. What to do if your repair shop shuts, how to choose a new on
- [Laptop Not Charging? How to Diagnose Barrel-Jack and USB-C Charging Faults](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/fix-laptop-battery-not-charging/): Laptop plugged in not charging? A 2026 guide to USB-C and barrel-jack faults, the battery driver fix, charge limits, Mac steps and when to g
- [Sextortion and "I Know Your Password" Email Scams: What to Do](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/email-hacker/): Got an email showing your password and demanding Bitcoin? It is a bluff. Why you should not pay, how to report it in the UK in 2026, and how
- [The £100 Lesson: How a Faulty DVD Drive Destroyed Two Power Supplies](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/failed-power-supply-due-to-a-faulty-dvd-drive/): A faulty DVD drive destroyed two power supplies in one PC. See how we found the real fault, the warning signs to watch and why a quality PSU
- [Will Extra Memory (RAM) Speed Up Your Computer or Laptop in 2026?](https://www.manchester-pc.co.uk/blog/do-i-need-extra-memory/): Will more RAM speed up your laptop or PC in 2026? RAM helps only when memory is the bottleneck. Our Manchester team diagnoses RAM vs SSD upg

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