PC Repair

A customer brought an 8-year-old gaming PC into our NJ shop. Instead of selling him an entirely new computer, we reused his 3 hard drives and RTX 3050 — and gave him two build options starting at $1,000.

A customer’s prebuilt gaming PC would not POST because of an AM5 memory training issue the builder could have prevented with one BIOS update. Here is how I fixed it, and why every custom build I do in Somerville NJ goes through cross checks before it leaves the bench.

Random shutdowns, roaring fans, a laptop too hot to touch — summer exposes every cooling problem a computer has been hiding. What’s actually happening inside, and what a real fix involves.

A vacation-cracked laptop screen doesn’t have to mean a new laptop. A NJ repair tech explains how to triage the damage, what replacement really costs in 2026, and when to walk away.

A custom build came in that wouldn’t boot right. The real problem started at the parts list — Intel-tuned RAM and a low-rated board. Here’s how I’d fix it, and how I’d help you recoup the cost instead of eating it.

Heads up: This guide was written in 2023. Drive models and pricing have changed — we recommend checking current prices before purchasing. We’ll be updating this post soon. You’ve come to the right place if you’re in the market for a new SSD. In this article, we will look at some of the best SSDs […]

If you’re a fan of using HTML then you will want to keep reading to learn how to use HTML to center your text. While the <center> tag is considered deprecated in most layouts, it can still work in most cases. However, CSS style sheets are beginning to take over for normal HTML. Centering text […]

A computer’s life expectancy can depend on a number of things such as its hardware, the environment it’s in, and how often it’s used. A computer that is stored in a typically dry climate will generally last longer than a computer in a humid environment due to less corrosion and damage. In the same way, […]

Dave’s Computers’ mission is to provide exemplary service and provide our customers with the information they need to make an informed decision. This also includes information on competitors to help you decide which company is the best fit for you. Best Computer Repair Companies in Flemington, NJ When it comes to competition, we at Dave’s […]

An internet connection that is slow or constantly disconnecting can be pretty frustrating. It can also be difficult to diagnose the problem as there are numerous devices responsible for providing your internet. There is also the possibility that your internet provider is experiencing difficulties, or there might even be a disruption somewhere in the line. […]