Device Diagnostic and Repair
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- Key Specs
- Service Location: Remote
- General
- Brand: Geek Squad®
- Product Name: Device Diagnostic and Repair
- Other
- UPC: 400036505584
If you are having issues with your technology, a Geek Squad Agent can remotely help you determine what is wrong and fix it.* You will be able to chat with the Agent over the phone or via an online chat window, and this Agent will obtain remote access to your computer so you won't have to perform important steps on your own. After completing your order, you will receive an e-mail with a redemption code and instructions for scheduling your service. This e-mail usually arrives within 15 minutes.
- Diagnosing your device: We'll troubleshoot a single device and diagnose software issues. If additional or upgraded hardware is required, we'll provide an estimate of how much this will cost.
- Repairing the issues: We'll fix operating system issues, including boot errors and blue screens. If we discover any viruses and spyware on your device, we'll remove them for you.
- Streamlining the user interface: If your device is a computer, we'll remove any programs or desktop shortcuts you deem unnecessary, configure startup services to your specifications, and install applicable critical updates to your software.
- Finishing touches: We'll test the device to make sure everything is working properly.
Q: Can the agent help me remove unwanted programs?
A: Yes, the agent can remove any programs or desktop shortcuts you deem unnecessary from your computer.
Q: Does the service include hardware installation?
A: No, this is a remote service and does not include hardware installation.
Q: How will the agent access my device?
A: A Geek Squad Agent can remotely access your computer over the internet. You will be able to chat with the agent over the phone or via online chat.
Q: Will the agent test my device after the repair?
A: Yes, the agent will test your device to make sure everything is working properly.
Q: What does this service include?
A: This is a remote service that includes diagnosis of software issues and repair of operating system issues including boot errors and blue screens. It also includes removal of viruses and spyware.
A: No, this is a spyware/malware and you should exit it and not click anything.
Q: Is the $149 a one time service price?
A: Yes it is just a one time support
Q: Will a new pc correct my virus problem?
A: It is either because it is no longer supported and it got a virus, or hacked. The security is not kept up-to-date since they are no longer supporting it. OR The OS became corrupt, which it would need the OS repaired.
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Customers are saying
Customers commend the Device Diagnostic and Repair service for its RAM installation, ease of use, and performance improvements, as well as for checking the hard drive. However, there are significant concerns regarding customer service, repair time, warranty fulfillment, and incomplete installations. Additionally, some customers have expressed concerns about unnecessary motherboard replacements.
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| Pros for Device Diagnostic and Repair | |||
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| RAM, Ease of use, Performance, Hard Drive | Overall Performance | There were no pros for this product— | There were no pros for this product— |
| Cons for Device Diagnostic and Repair | |||
| Customer Service, Repair Time, Warranty, Installation, Motherboard | Computer Speed | There were no cons for this product— | There were no cons for this product— |