PERFORMANCE UPGRADES BIRMINGHAM
Computer performance upgrades in Birmingham for SSD, NVMe, RAM and storage
Computer performance upgrades are hardware and software improvement services for slow laptops, desktop PCs, iMacs, storage-limited systems, and memory-constrained computers. Dr IT Services provides performance upgrades in Birmingham from the Harborne workshop, recognised as Best Computer Repair in Birmingham 2025 by Quality Business Awards.
- Hardware and software fault diagnosis within 1 working day: £20
- Approval before repair – the quote is confirmed before work starts.
- 90-day warranty – parts and labour are covered where a repair is completed.
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What computer upgrades cover
Computer upgrades cover storage replacement, HDD to SSD migration, NVMe installation, RAM expansion, memory compatibility, iMac storage work, and performance cleanup. Vlad checks the device age, board support, connector type, and existing storage health before recommending an upgrade.
Computer upgrades services, prices, symptoms, and turnaround
HDD to SSD and NVMe storage upgrades
HDD to SSD and NVMe upgrades replace slow or failing storage with faster solid-state storage where the device supports it. RAM/Hard Drive/SSD Upgrades: £50-£150. Turnaround is often same day after diagnosis.
RAM upgrades for laptops, desktops, and Macs
RAM upgrades increase working memory for multitasking, browsers, design software, and older systems that stall under normal use. RAM/Hard Drive/SSD Upgrades: £50-£150. Mac Memory (RAM) Upgrade: £50-£150.
Performance optimisation and tune-up
Performance optimisation addresses slow startup, background load, poor storage health, update faults, overheating, and unnecessary software. Performance Optimization: £40-£80. System Cleanup & Optimization: £40-£80.
iMac and desktop storage lifecycle work
Storage lifecycle work replaces old drives before failure, clones or transfers data where safe, and prepares backup routes before hardware repair. iMac Hard Drive Replacement: £100-£300. Data Backup Services: £40-£100.
Upgrade advice before buying parts
Upgrade advice prevents buying incompatible RAM, unsupported NVMe drives, low-quality power supplies, or storage that cannot fit the device. Hardware and software fault diagnosis within 1 working day: £20.
How a repair works at the Harborne workshop
- Drop off your device – bring it to 415 Court Oak Road, Harborne, Birmingham B32 2DX during opening hours.
- Diagnosis – Hardware and software fault diagnosis within 1 working day: £20.
- Approve the quote – no repair work starts until you approve the cost and turnaround.
- Repair and test – Vlad completes the repair at the workshop and tests the result.
- Collect with warranty – collect the tested device with the 90-day warranty where a repair is completed.
Related repair routes
Computer upgrades sits inside the Dr IT Services repair tree. Use these links when the fault points to another device, storage, or software route.
Computer upgrades questions, answered
Will an SSD upgrade make an old computer faster?
Yes, an SSD upgrade often makes an old computer start and load applications faster when the existing drive is a slow hard disk. RAM/Hard Drive/SSD Upgrades: £50-£150. Vlad checks storage health and device compatibility first.
Can Dr IT Services install NVMe storage?
Yes. Dr IT Services installs NVMe storage where the motherboard or laptop supports it. The diagnosis checks connector type, BIOS support, heat management, and data transfer route before work starts. RAM/Hard Drive/SSD Upgrades: £50-£150.
How do I know if I need RAM or SSD?
A computer usually needs RAM when it slows down with many programs open. It usually needs SSD work when startup, file access, or disk health is the issue. Hardware and software fault diagnosis within 1 working day: £20 confirms the route.
Can data be transferred during an upgrade?
Yes. Data can be transferred or backed up during an upgrade when the old storage is healthy enough to read. Data Backup Services: £40-£100. If storage is failing, data recovery should be checked first.
Do upgrades carry a warranty?
Yes. Completed upgrade work at Dr IT Services carries the 90-day warranty on parts and labour. The quote explains the part, the work, and the collection timeframe before the upgrade starts.