Lava Computing

02/14/2022

Unfortunately I've moved out of the neighborhood/area and am no longer doing computer repair. The only other computer repair I'm aware of outside of the Geek Squad is Heart and Soul Computer.

https://www.heartandsoulcomputer.com/

12/30/2017

For folks with AirPort Express, AirPort Extreme, and AirPort Time Capsule wireless routers, Apple just released a firmware update to address the infamous KRACK Wi-Fi vulnerability. HIGHLY recommend you apply this updated firmware ASAP!!!

Apple today released new firmware updates for its Wi-Fi base stations, including the AirPort Express, AirPort Extreme, and AirPort Time Capsule. The...

12/26/2017

Just successfully upgraded the solid state drive (SSD) in Moya Doss' daughter's MacBookPro12,1 from a 256GB to a 1TB SSD and also upgraded the operating system (OS) to MacOS High Sierra.

Easily upgrade the SSD in your 2013 or later MacBook Pro with Retina display or MacBook Air for faster speeds and more storage - up to 1.0TB.

12/26/2017

Is Apple telling you your Mac is TOO OLD to upgrade to the latest version of MacOS (i.e., High Sierra 10.13.x), think again! I just upgraded my MacBookPro5,4 (Mid 2009), running great!

In this video, I go over the process of installing macOS High Sierra on an unsupported Mac. This process involves the use of "macOS High Sierra Patcher", whi...

06/18/2017

Just performed hardware upgrades on two older Macbook Pros (i.e., mid-2010s) for the Proctors. The systems were incredibly lethargic beforehand. After upgrading these Macbooks with SSDs (Solid State Drives), 8GBs of RAM and new batteries, along with my MacOS tune-up procedures, they are both incredibly responsive and ready for many more years of continued productivity! Even if you want to get a new Mac/PC, you may want to consider HW upgrades to your existing older Mac as its not a big investment to keep it around as a second computer (e.g., for the kids, for your spouse, general use around the house); however, the performance increases are such that you may think twice about plunking down the $cash$ for a new Macbook!

09/18/2016

Thanks to my Thomas, I now have an updated website using WordPress! http://www.lavacomputing.com/

08/11/2016

Check out my advertisement in the Fawn Lake Lifestyle magazine...

07/25/2016

For those of you with a MacBook Pros (2011-2013)...

* 15-inch and 17-inch MacBook Pro models manufactured in 2011
* 15-inch MacBook Pro with Retina models manufactured from Mid 2012 to Early 2013

Check out this link on the "MacBook Pro Repair Extension Program for Video Issues"

* https://www.apple.com/support/macbookpro-videoissues/

I just diagnosed this issue on a neighbor's MacBook Pro (15-inch Late 2011). Could NOT boot into "Recovery" or "Safe" mode. The hard disk drive (HDD) and memory (RAM) are fine and the system passes a full hardware (HW) diagnostic check; however, when the system attempts to boot you see the Apple logo and a spinning wheel underneath, the screen then blanks and then goes to an off-white/light-gray screen (and then nothing). This is indicative of a video card issue synonymous with the recall.

MacBook Pro Repair Extension Program for Video Issues

07/18/2016

For those of you with Windows Vista. To upgrade from Windows Vista to Windows 10, first see if you are starting with a 32-bit or 64-bit version of Windows. 32-bit Windows 10 is limited to 4GB of RAM (effective ~3.5GB) and 64-bit Windows (~128GB). Many consumer grade computers came with Windows Vista 32-bit pre-installed considering it was not common to get above 4GB of RAM at that time. More Windows 7 consumer grade computers came with Windows 7 64-bit. Unfortunately you cannot upgrade a 32-bit Windows Vista/7 to 64-bit Windows 10! I highly recommend 64-bit Windows 10 for users who plan to keep there computers for some time as RAM expansion (e.g., 8GB) is an easy cost effective way to increase system performance significantly. As such, to go from a 32-bit to a 64-bit version of Windows, you have to backup your data, catalog all of your license keys, do a fresh install of the 64-bit Windows, restore your data and reinstall all of your applications. From my understanding, if you have a 32-bit version of Windows Vista or 7, that license is also valid for the 64-bit version of Windows Vista or 7. The process is a bit more laborious; however, it can be done. Happy to discuss with anyone that wants to upgrade from Vista but would rather not DIY.

07/18/2016

A reminder, Microsoft is discontinuing free upgrades to Windows 10 (i.e., from Windows 7 ONLY) after 07/29/2016! After this date, expect Windows 10 Home edition to retail for ~$120. If you are entertaining upgrading, this is the time to do it! If computer DIY is not your thing, I am offering my services to upgrade and tune-up your system...

* Lava Computing
+ [email protected]
+ https://www.facebook.com/LavaComputing
+ All services performed at my residence and I take utmost discretion with your personal data

I'll not only upgrade your system, I'll perform my signature performance and preventative maintenance tune-up to ensure your system will serve you well for years to come, to include...

* Offline virus/malware scanning (to root out even the nastiest of issues)
* Low-level HDD System Integrity Check
+ Hard drives can and do go bad!
* RAM Integrity Check
+ When your memory goes, often, your are the last to know! ;-)
* Upgrade all Device Drivers & Firmware
+ There are updates all the time to things you didn't even know needed updating!
* Update all System Software & Applications
* Perform File System & Operating System Maintenance Checks
* Recommend low cost hardware upgrades to increase system performance
+ A simple RAM or HDD upgrade often makes an old computer seem new again
* Clean the cooling cavity of dust bunnies
+ Sounds silly but those bunnies can wreak havoc on a laptop!