THE REPAIR FINDER · 46 COMMON PROBLEMS

Start with what you’re noticing.

You don’t need to know the name of the broken part. Choose your device or describe the problem, and we’ll help you understand what could be happening.

Possible causes aren’t a diagnosis. Repair availability depends on your model and what an assessment finds.

Choose your device

Find a familiar symptom.

46 common problems

Computers & laptops

Laptop won’t charge

It stays at the same percentage or only works plugged in.

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What it could be

  • Charger or cable problem
  • Battery wear or a charging limit setting
  • Charging connector or internal charging fault

Helpful details to share

Note whether the charging light comes on and whether the cable has to be held at an angle.

These are possibilities, not a diagnosis. We assess the device and discuss available options before approved repair work.

Computers & laptops

Turns on, but the screen stays black

You hear it running, but you can’t see a usable picture.

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What it could be

  • Display or video connection problem
  • Startup or graphics-driver fault
  • Memory or another internal hardware fault

Helpful details to share

Tell us whether you see a logo first and whether an external display also has no picture.

These are possibilities, not a diagnosis. We assess the device and discuss available options before approved repair work.

Computers & laptops

Running slowly or freezing

Programs take ages to open, or the computer stops responding.

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What it could be

  • Too many background programs
  • Limited storage space or a struggling drive
  • Memory limits, software faults or overheating

Helpful details to share

Describe which programs are slow and whether this started suddenly or gradually.

These are possibilities, not a diagnosis. We assess the device and discuss available options before approved repair work.

Game consoles

Console overheats or gets loud

A loud fan, heat warning or shutdown during play.

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What it could be

  • Restricted ventilation or dust
  • Cooling fan or cooling-system problem
  • Another fault that needs inspection

Helpful details to share

Note how long it runs before the issue and whether a warning appears.

These are possibilities, not a diagnosis. We assess the device and discuss available options before approved repair work.

Game consoles

Console has sound, but no picture

A blank screen or “no signal” message doesn’t identify the fault by itself.

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What it could be

  • Cable, display input or TV setting
  • Video-output setting or startup issue
  • Port or internal video hardware damage

Helpful details to share

Tell us whether a different cable or display changes the result. We do not offer HDMI port repairs.

HDMI port repairs are not currently offered.

These are possibilities, not a diagnosis. We assess the device and discuss available options before approved repair work.

Controllers

Character moves by itself

A stick reports movement when you aren’t touching it.

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What it could be

  • Stick wear or contamination
  • Calibration or game dead-zone settings
  • Controller hardware fault

Helpful details to share

Tell us the model, which stick, and whether it happens in several games.

These are possibilities, not a diagnosis. We assess the device and discuss available options before approved repair work.

Tablets

Cracked screen or damaged glass

The glass is broken, with or without touch or picture problems.

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What it could be

  • Impact damage to the glass
  • Display or touch-layer damage
  • Frame damage affecting the repair

Helpful details to share

Tell us the model and whether the picture and touch still work.

These are possibilities, not a diagnosis. We assess the device and discuss available options before approved repair work.

Gaming PCs & upgrades

Need a custom gaming PC built

You have a goal or parts list and want help putting it together.

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What it could be

  • Parts compatibility needs checking
  • Power and cooling need planning
  • Assembly and setup need testing

Helpful details to share

Tell us your budget, the games you play and any parts you already own. Parts must be prepaid before we order.

These are possibilities, not a diagnosis. We assess the device and discuss available options before approved repair work.

Computers & laptops

Gets hot or the fan is very loud

The fan runs hard, or the computer shuts down under load.

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What it could be

  • Restricted airflow or dust buildup
  • Fan or cooling-system problem
  • Heavy background activity

Helpful details to share

Tell us whether it happens at idle or while running games or programs.

These are possibilities, not a diagnosis. We assess the device and discuss available options before approved repair work.

Wi-Fi, printers & setup

Wi-Fi keeps dropping

Connection problems affect work, streaming or everyday use.

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What it could be

  • Signal coverage or interference
  • Router or access-point problem
  • Device or internet-provider issue

Helpful details to share

Tell us which rooms and devices are affected, and whether wired internet works.

These are possibilities, not a diagnosis. We assess the device and discuss available options before approved repair work.

Wi-Fi, printers & setup

Printer says offline or won’t print

The printer is there, but the computer can’t use it.

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What it could be

  • Printer and computer on different networks
  • Print queue or driver issue
  • Connection or printer-status problem

Helpful details to share

Tell us the printer model, connection type and any message on its screen.

These are possibilities, not a diagnosis. We assess the device and discuss available options before approved repair work.

Computers & laptops

Won’t turn on

No lights, no fan, or no response to the power button.

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What it could be

  • Power adapter or power-supply problem
  • Battery or charging fault
  • Internal connection or mainboard fault

Helpful details to share

Tell us whether any lights, fans or sounds appear, and bring the charger if you have it.

These are possibilities, not a diagnosis. We assess the device and discuss available options before approved repair work.

Computers & laptops

Restarts, crashes or shows an error

Unexpected restarts, blue screens or repeated error messages.

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What it could be

  • Driver or operating-system problem
  • Memory or storage fault
  • Heat or power instability

Helpful details to share

Bring the exact error or stop code, if available, and note what you were doing.

These are possibilities, not a diagnosis. We assess the device and discuss available options before approved repair work.

Computers & laptops

Keys or trackpad won’t respond

Missing letters, repeated keys or a cursor that won’t behave.

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What it could be

  • Debris or liquid damage
  • Keyboard or trackpad wear
  • Settings, driver or connection problem

Helpful details to share

Note the affected keys and whether a spill or drop happened before the problem.

These are possibilities, not a diagnosis. We assess the device and discuss available options before approved repair work.

Computers & laptops

This computer won’t connect to Wi-Fi

Other devices may work while this one keeps disconnecting.

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What it could be

  • Adapter settings or driver issue
  • Weak signal or interference
  • Wireless adapter or router problem

Helpful details to share

Tell us whether other devices on the same network are affected.

These are possibilities, not a diagnosis. We assess the device and discuss available options before approved repair work.

Computers & laptops

Storage full or files won’t open

You’re out of space, or the drive reports an error.

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What it could be

  • Storage capacity is nearly full
  • File-system or software problem
  • A drive that needs assessment

Helpful details to share

Tell us which files matter most and whether you have a backup. Recovery is not guaranteed.

These are possibilities, not a diagnosis. We assess the device and discuss available options before approved repair work.

Computers & laptops

Unexpected pop-ups or suspicious behavior

Unwanted pages, unfamiliar programs or browser redirects.

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What it could be

  • Unwanted software or browser extensions
  • Notification permissions from a website
  • Malware or an account-security issue

Helpful details to share

Describe what you see. Never put passwords, verification codes or payment details in a booking.

These are possibilities, not a diagnosis. We assess the device and discuss available options before approved repair work.

Computers & laptops

Liquid was spilled on the computer

A spill can affect parts even if it still turns on.

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What it could be

  • Moisture around electrical components
  • Corrosion or residue
  • Keyboard, charging or mainboard damage

What to do now

Stop using and charging it. Don’t keep powering it on to test it; contact us before bringing it in.

These are possibilities, not a diagnosis. We assess the device and discuss available options before approved repair work.

Computers & laptops

Case bulging or battery swelling

The case, keyboard or trackpad may appear lifted.

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What it could be

  • A damaged or swollen battery
  • Pressure affecting nearby parts
  • Damage that needs a hands-on safety assessment

What to do now

Stop using and charging it. Don’t press, puncture or open the case. Call before transporting it.

These are possibilities, not a diagnosis. We assess the device and discuss available options before approved repair work.

Game consoles

Console won’t start

No response, a brief light, or it turns straight back off.

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What it could be

  • Power cable or supply problem
  • Heat-related shutdown
  • Internal hardware or startup fault

Helpful details to share

Tell us the console model, light color, sounds and whether it shuts off immediately.

These are possibilities, not a diagnosis. We assess the device and discuss available options before approved repair work.

Game consoles

Games freeze or the console crashes

Games stop responding or unexpectedly close.

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What it could be

  • Game or system-software fault
  • Storage problem
  • Heat or hardware instability

Helpful details to share

Tell us whether it affects one game or several, and include any error code.

These are possibilities, not a diagnosis. We assess the device and discuss available options before approved repair work.

Game consoles

Stuck updating or in a startup loop

The console repeats a logo, update or recovery screen.

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What it could be

  • Interrupted or unsuccessful software update
  • Storage problem
  • Network or internal hardware fault

Helpful details to share

Share the exact update message. Some recovery options can erase data; approval comes first.

These are possibilities, not a diagnosis. We assess the device and discuss available options before approved repair work.

Game consoles

Won’t read or eject a disc

A disc isn’t recognized, gets stuck, or makes unusual noise.

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What it could be

  • Dirty or damaged disc
  • Disc-drive mechanism problem
  • Drive or software fault

Helpful details to share

Tell us whether all discs are affected. Don’t force a stuck disc out.

These are possibilities, not a diagnosis. We assess the device and discuss available options before approved repair work.

Game consoles

Not enough space for games

You want more room without guessing which storage will work.

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What it could be

  • Installed games filling the available storage
  • Storage format or compatibility issue
  • A drive that needs assessment

Helpful details to share

Tell us your exact console model and how much extra space you want.

These are possibilities, not a diagnosis. We assess the device and discuss available options before approved repair work.

Game consoles

Can’t connect or play online

Connection failures, disconnects or online-service errors.

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What it could be

  • Local Wi-Fi or internet issue
  • Service outage or account restriction
  • Console network settings or hardware

Helpful details to share

Tell us the error and whether other devices connect. Account bans must be handled with the platform provider.

We cannot remove platform bans or bypass account locks.

These are possibilities, not a diagnosis. We assess the device and discuss available options before approved repair work.

Controllers

Sticky or unresponsive buttons

Buttons stick, miss presses or need too much force.

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What it could be

  • Dirt or residue around the button
  • Worn button contact or mechanism
  • Liquid damage or another internal fault

Helpful details to share

List the buttons affected and mention any spill.

These are possibilities, not a diagnosis. We assess the device and discuss available options before approved repair work.

Controllers

Won’t pair or keeps disconnecting

Wireless play stops or the controller can’t be found.

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What it could be

  • Low battery or cable problem
  • Pairing, firmware or interference issue
  • Wireless hardware fault

Helpful details to share

Tell us what you’re pairing it with and whether it works over a cable.

These are possibilities, not a diagnosis. We assess the device and discuss available options before approved repair work.

Controllers

Controller won’t charge

It won’t hold power or only works while connected.

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What it could be

  • Cable or charger problem
  • Battery wear
  • Charging connector or internal fault

Helpful details to share

Note charging lights and how long the battery lasts.

These are possibilities, not a diagnosis. We assess the device and discuss available options before approved repair work.

Controllers

Trigger or bumper feels wrong

A trigger sticks, feels loose or misses presses.

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What it could be

  • Worn or damaged mechanism
  • Debris restricting movement
  • Sensor or contact problem

Helpful details to share

Tell us which trigger or bumper and whether it was dropped.

These are possibilities, not a diagnosis. We assess the device and discuss available options before approved repair work.

Controllers

Headset sound cuts out at the controller

Audio or microphone trouble when using the controller connection.

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What it could be

  • Headset or cable fault
  • Audio or microphone settings
  • Controller connector wear

Helpful details to share

Tell us whether that headset works with another device.

These are possibilities, not a diagnosis. We assess the device and discuss available options before approved repair work.

Tablets

Touch doesn’t respond or taps by itself

Some areas ignore touch, or the tablet makes unintended selections.

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What it could be

  • Screen surface, accessory or software issue
  • Touch-layer damage
  • Liquid or internal connection damage

Helpful details to share

Note whether the problem covers the whole screen or just one area.

These are possibilities, not a diagnosis. We assess the device and discuss available options before approved repair work.

Tablets

Tablet won’t charge

No charging symbol, slow charging or the battery stays empty.

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What it could be

  • Cable, adapter or power-source problem
  • Temperature or battery issue
  • Charging connector or internal fault

Helpful details to share

Tell us the model, charger used and whether a charging symbol appears.

These are possibilities, not a diagnosis. We assess the device and discuss available options before approved repair work.

Tablets

Tablet screen is black

It seems off, or you hear sounds but see no picture.

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What it could be

  • Depleted battery or charging problem
  • Software startup issue
  • Display or internal hardware fault

Helpful details to share

Tell us whether it makes sounds, shows a logo or is recognized by another device.

These are possibilities, not a diagnosis. We assess the device and discuss available options before approved repair work.

Tablets

Battery drains quickly

It no longer lasts as long between charges.

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What it could be

  • Battery wear
  • Apps or settings using more power
  • Temperature or another hardware issue

Helpful details to share

Tell us roughly how long it lasts and whether it becomes unusually warm.

These are possibilities, not a diagnosis. We assess the device and discuss available options before approved repair work.

Tablets

Tablet freezes or feels slow

Apps hang, close unexpectedly or take too long to open.

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What it could be

  • Limited free storage
  • App or operating-system problem
  • Age-related performance limits or hardware fault

Helpful details to share

Tell us if one app or the whole tablet is affected.

These are possibilities, not a diagnosis. We assess the device and discuss available options before approved repair work.

Tablets

Charging cable feels loose

The connection only works at an angle or keeps dropping.

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What it could be

  • Worn or damaged cable
  • Debris or damage at the connector
  • Internal charging fault

Helpful details to share

Don’t push tools into the port. Note whether the problem changes with a different undamaged cable.

These are possibilities, not a diagnosis. We assess the device and discuss available options before approved repair work.

Tablets

Screen lifting or battery swelling

The screen or back is separating from the case.

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What it could be

  • Battery swelling
  • Impact damage to the frame
  • Adhesive or internal damage requiring inspection

What to do now

Stop using and charging it. Don’t press the screen back down. Call before transporting it.

These are possibilities, not a diagnosis. We assess the device and discuss available options before approved repair work.

Gaming PCs & upgrades

Low FPS or stuttering in games

Performance isn’t matching what you expected.

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What it could be

  • Game settings or driver issue
  • CPU, GPU or memory limitation
  • Heat or background activity

Helpful details to share

Share the game, resolution and existing parts if you know them.

These are possibilities, not a diagnosis. We assess the device and discuss available options before approved repair work.

Gaming PCs & upgrades

Want an upgrade, but don’t know what fits

You want more speed, storage or gaming performance.

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What it could be

  • An existing component may be the limiting factor
  • New parts may need power or compatibility checks
  • Your goal may need a different upgrade than expected

Helpful details to share

Tell us what you want to improve and your budget. We agree on parts before ordering.

These are possibilities, not a diagnosis. We assess the device and discuss available options before approved repair work.

Gaming PCs & upgrades

New build powers on but won’t boot

Lights and fans run, but the new PC won’t start normally.

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What it could be

  • Component seating or power connection issue
  • Firmware or parts compatibility
  • A faulty component

Helpful details to share

Bring your parts list and describe any motherboard lights or beeps.

These are possibilities, not a diagnosis. We assess the device and discuss available options before approved repair work.

Wi-Fi, printers & setup

Internet is slow in some rooms

Speed or coverage changes as you move around.

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What it could be

  • Distance or obstacles affecting Wi-Fi
  • Interference or crowded channels
  • Equipment capacity or provider connection issue

Helpful details to share

Tell us if it happens on every device or mainly in one area.

These are possibilities, not a diagnosis. We assess the device and discuss available options before approved repair work.

Wi-Fi, printers & setup

Connected to Wi-Fi, but no internet

The device joins the network but websites won’t load.

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What it could be

  • Internet-provider or modem issue
  • Router or network-settings problem
  • A device-specific configuration issue

Helpful details to share

Note whether all devices are affected and any router status lights.

These are possibilities, not a diagnosis. We assess the device and discuss available options before approved repair work.

Wi-Fi, printers & setup

Need a printer or scanner connected

Set up a printer for your computer or office network.

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What it could be

  • Network or USB setup is needed
  • Driver or sharing settings need configuration
  • Device compatibility needs checking

Helpful details to share

Tell us which computers need access. Hardware printer repairs are not advertised as part of this setup service.

These are possibilities, not a diagnosis. We assess the device and discuss available options before approved repair work.

Wi-Fi, printers & setup

Set up a new computer or workstation

Get the computer, monitor and everyday equipment working together.

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What it could be

  • Initial system and account setup is needed
  • Peripheral connections need configuration
  • Existing files or settings may need planning

Helpful details to share

Tell us what equipment is new and what should be moved from the old setup. Don’t send passwords.

These are possibilities, not a diagnosis. We assess the device and discuss available options before approved repair work.

Wi-Fi, printers & setup

Office devices can’t see each other

Shared printers or approved network resources are unavailable.

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What it could be

  • Network separation or connection problem
  • Sharing or permission settings
  • Device or firewall configuration issue

Helpful details to share

Tell us what used to work, what changed and which devices are affected.

These are possibilities, not a diagnosis. We assess the device and discuss available options before approved repair work.

Wi-Fi, printers & setup

Signs of insects inside a device

You’ve noticed insects, droppings or contamination around the equipment.

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What it could be

  • Contamination inside the enclosure
  • Cooling or connection problems
  • Existing damage that needs inspection

Helpful details to share

Contact us before bringing it in. If cleanup is offered, we provide proof photos and request approval and the $35 fee upfront. Infested devices are not eligible for return delivery.

These are possibilities, not a diagnosis. We assess the device and discuss available options before approved repair work.

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What happens next?

A workbench assessment is $25, credited toward your completed repair. We explain findings and costs before proceeding. On-site visits have separate pricing. Drop-offs are by confirmed appointment at our home-based Jacksonville workspace; details are shared privately.

Phone repairs, HDMI port repairs and jailbreaking are not currently offered.

About these possible causes & manufacturer guidance

This is a starting point for describing a problem, not an automated diagnostic test. Similar symptoms can have different causes. Model-specific troubleshooting comes from your manufacturer; an assessment determines available repair options.

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