How to Buy Dell Laptop Parts

Whether you need to make repairs or to determine which parts you need to upgrade your Dell computer, you can easily find after-market materials online. If you have an old Dell computer stored away, dust it off and don't wait any longer to get it up and running. Add new memory, a video card or a better hard drive, and you can breathe new life into your laptop. Repairing your machine may be easier and cheaper than you expect.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Determining Your Parts Needs & Making the Repairs

1. Analyze your laptop using Dell.com's System Analyzer, a program that will check your computer in 10 seconds and show recommended upgrades for your Dell laptop. (See References section below for the direct link.)

2. Consult the technical support department at Dell if you are not sure which parts you need. The support numbers are [phone] or [phone]

3. Visit Parts-People.com for an affordable way to get parts for your Dell computer. This website also offers to repair your laptop for a flat labor fee of $100 plus the cost of parts and shipping, and they will tackle all problems, both big and small.

4. Visit dell.com/home and click the "parts for your Dell" link for hard-to-find parts. Dell Direct, through the PC manufacturer, has the biggest inventory of parts and accessories for the brand. Ground shipping is free on orders over $129.

Tips & Warnings

• You may void your warranty if you open your Dell laptop yourself or allow an unauthorized repair person to open it. Be sure to contact Dell directly with any questions.

References

• Parts People
• Dell System Analyzer