HP Pavilion dv1000 dv2000 dv4000 dv5000 dv6000 dv8000 dv9000 Motherboard
The computer won't switch on or will crash intermittently. Some video problems also require a motherboard repair as most video chips are soldered onto the system board. Our engineers perform component level repairs on most HP motherboards. We can replace resistors, capacitors, transistors and also work on the major chips within your system. Our engineers have many years of experience and know how to fix most systemboard faults.

HP Pavilion dv1000 dv2000 dv4000 dv5000 dv6000 dv8000 dv9000 VGA Video Graphics faults
The system starts up with dots or lines on the bios or intro screen. Graphics are distorted, blocked or pixilated. In some cases the system refuses to boot. Strange effects when windows or mouse are moved on the screen. All these effects can be caused by a faults related to the graphics chips. About 90% of faults can be repaired, the rest are caused by cracks on the motherboard and impossible to repair. Our Advanced Video Repair Technology enables us to restore full function to your laptop in most cases. Manufacturers and their tech support always recommend that you spend hundreds on a new motherboards - we've got a cheaper alternative.

HP Pavilion dv1000 dv2000 dv4000 dv5000 dv6000 dv8000 dv9000 Power Jack Pin or Socket
The laptop will not charge the battery. When the battery power runs out the computer stops working. We repair or replace power sockets where the power pin has broken or has become disconnected from the motherboard. In some cases the power connector makes a poor connection with the Pavilion dv1000 dv2000 dv4000 dv5000 dv6000 dv8000 dv9000 jack. This causes arcing which can generate enough heat to melt the Pavilion dv1000 dv2000 dv4000 dv5000 dv6000 dv8000 dv9000 dc jack and the power pin may become lose. It is best to get the power socket fixed before the battery is totally depleted as this can cause permanent damage to the battery.

HP Pavilion dv1000 dv2000 dv4000 dv5000 dv6000 dv8000 dv9000 LCD Backlight & inverters
The laptop switches on but the screen remains dark. In some cases a faint image is visible on the Pavilion dv1000 dv2000 dv4000 dv5000 dv6000 dv8000 dv9000 screen. This problem can be caused by a faulty Pavilion dv1000 dv2000 dv4000 dv5000 dv6000 dv8000 dv9000 fluorescent light, inverter, video cable or a problem on the motherboard. Specialist tools are required to determine the exact cause of the fault. Backlights use very high voltages and it is easy to cause damage to the system if they are not correctly handled and installed. Our engineers can replace the backlight lamps in most TFT/LCD screens including the new xbrite panels. We also have access to most backlight inverters and cables. We can perform repairs on some very rare inverters. It is very easy to destroy an expensive LCD/TFT when removing/installing the CCFL. Our engineers are trained using broken LCD panels before they can work on a customer's LCD/TFT unit.

HP Pavilion dv1000 dv2000 dv4000 dv5000 dv6000 dv8000 dv9000 LCD Screen
We can supply original HP and compatible replacement LCD screens. In some cases only refurbished screens are available. We don't charge extra for installing and testing screens. Screens come in various sizes (measured diagonally in inches) and resolutions(XGA, SXGA, SXGA+, UXGA...) We need the correct size and resolution to provide you with an accurate quote.

HP Pavilion dv1000 dv2000 dv4000 dv5000 dv6000 dv8000 dv9000 Keyboard
Most HP keyboards are damaged by liquid spills and general wear. We can supply or install keyboards for most HP laptops. We also repair keyboard connectors on the system board.

HP Pavilion dv1000 dv2000 dv4000 dv5000 dv6000 dv8000 dv9000 CPU problems
Intel CPUs hardly ever go wrong, but are very difficult to diagnose. Some will crash on rarely used instructions and at certain temperatures. Unfortunately, hours of testing can be in vain if the problem instruction isn't executed. Overclocking a Pavilion dv1000 dv2000 dv4000 dv5000 dv6000 dv8000 dv9000 CPU in a laptop is not recommended as the cooling systems are designed to dissipate heat at normal speed.

HP Pavilion dv1000 dv2000 dv4000 dv5000 dv6000 dv8000 dv9000 Overheating
We can install replacement HP fans and heat sink parts. In cases where the original fan is not available, we can install substitute fans which will be equivalent or surpass the performance of the original Pavilion dv1000 dv2000 dv4000 dv5000 dv6000 dv8000 dv9000 fan.

HP Pavilion dv1000 dv2000 dv4000 dv5000 dv6000 dv8000 dv9000 Hinge
Some laptops have a problem with the hinge becoming stiff. It becomes difficult to open and close the laptop lid. The plastics may also be damaged by a defective hinge.

Pavilion dv1000 dv2000 dv4000 dv5000 dv6000 dv8000 dv9000 CD/DVD and floppy drives
Our engineers can repair or replace these drives. We have a lot of drives in stock and the work can be carried out very quickly.

HP Pavilion dv1000 dv2000 dv4000 dv5000 dv6000 dv8000 dv9000 Hard Drive
Faulty hard drives can cause data loss and stop your laptop from booting into Windows. We can replace faulty hard drive and attempt to recover your data. After installing the new drive, our engineers perform a thorough disk test to ensure that your data is as secure as possible.

HP Pavilion dv1000 dv2000 dv4000 dv5000 dv6000 dv8000 dv9000 Software and Drivers
Viruses and improper shutdowns can lead to the Windows XP operating system or the file system becoming corrupted. We can recover your data and install a fresh operating system or drivers to prevent crashes. We can also recover your data from totally dead or unusable computers.

HP Pavilion dv1000 dv2000 dv4000 dv5000 dv6000 dv8000 dv9000 Charging problem
Charging problems can be due to batteries nearing their end of life, power supply problems or failed components on the motherboard (FET, MOSFET, Transistor, Diode or Capacitor).

Secondhand or Used HP Pavilion dv1000 dv2000 dv4000 dv5000 dv6000 dv8000 dv9000
Buying a used laptop is a risk. You may find that the battery does not accept a full charge or the laptop is unstable. Most secondhand sellers consider any laptop that boots into Windows as a working machine, even if it keeps crashing every five minutes. We strongly advise customers against buying used laptops with a DOA warranty as some faults are not immediately apparent.

BIOS update HP Pavilion dv1000 dv2000 dv4000 dv5000 dv6000 dv8000 dv9000
Many motherboards are destroyed by incomplete or corrupted BIOS updates. A BIOS update should only be performed if it is critically important. Don't do a BIOS update just for the sake of having the latest version on your computer. Ensure that your computer is stable before performing a BIOS update. Run diagnostics to check memory, hard drive, keyboard and video graphics. In 99% of cases a failed bios update will make the computer totally unusable so take a backup of your software and data too. Make sure that you have a good connection to your mains adapter and that the battery is fully charged. NEVER, NEVER, NEVER interrupt a BIOS update. Let it finish, even if it seems stuck and takes a long time.