How to Take Ownership & Full Control Permissions of Files & Folders in Windows 7

Time to time a customer comes to us wanting a new build pc but to have access to their old files and folders on the new system. A customer that came to us wanted just that, in this scenario we installed their old sata hard drive into the new computer along side the new hard drive. When accessing my computer and entering the old drive to access their information an error occurs. The error says that access is denied and that the user does not have the correct permissions to access these files and folders.

To change these permissions and take ownership of the files and folders is quite straight forward and if you have the above warning message or errors a great guide to changing the permissions that we ourselves use simply click here. Once the permissions have been altered the files can be accessed and you will have full control of the drive.

Laptop Hinge Plastic Snapped

I thought I'd write up a new blog as I'm having a reoccurring problem pass over my work bench lately. It relates to the laptop bottom case and the screw fittings that holds the hinges to it. Laptop cases tend to be very durable but due to people using them incorrectly or picking them up by the top half of the laptop weakens the internal plastic as seen below.

After various different methods of trying to repair this plastic with glue, new hinges and clips I have come to the conclusion there is only one long lasting solution. To replicate the strength of the manufactured plastic fittings the only option I've found is to use nut and bolts. I have complete this repair about a dozen times so far, I simply use the old screw fitting that's damaged as a pilot hole and re drill it. The drill bit would be exposed in the bottom of the case which is where I'd attach the washer and nut to tighten.

This holds the laptop very securely and short of replacing the entire bottom plastic base is the only cost effective solution I've found. It is very cost effective and works well only a broad range of laptop makes and models.

If you have a similar laptop problem and need a repair company then please get in contact with Leeds Computer Laptop Repairs now for a friendly, quality and reliable service.

HP G61 powers on but no display

Today a customer called us regarding there HP G61 laptop which when she turned it on lights and fans came on but didn't display anything on the screen. After many attempts she decided it wasn't going to fix itself and arranged us to collect it. The first thing we always try is removing all power (adapter, battery) and hold down the power button in this state for 30 seconds. Then replace the adapter without the battery and the laptop will usually boot as normal. Once its booted restart and re insert the battery and use as normal.

This works is many instances including this one, what actually happens is static charge builds up within the capacitors of the laptop sometimes to such a degree the laptop will not function properly. Holding down the power button with the adapter and battery not it will disperse them allowing the laptop to once again work correctly. She was happy to have it back so quick and at a minimal charge as well as some advice she can use in future should it happen again.

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