Yes, this build looks good.
Yes, this build looks good.
Even if they told you otherwise, you can still swap out the faulty capacitors. I’ve done it myself. Hire someone with an electronics degree for about 20-30 dollars, and they’ll handle it for you. You don’t have to buy a new PC if you’re satisfied with the old one.
They usually set these up for refurbishing and aim to get rid of old stock. Is this reliable? I've purchased around a dozen over the past five years for family members without any issues. Most seem untouched. This is based on my experience in the USA, but it may not apply elsewhere. A similar listing on eBay shows a price around $160, which is quite competitive. Adding a $20 SSD makes it even more appealing. It would help to check local pricing and availability.
The shop lacks personnel skilled in resolving your problem; they mainly handle assembling computers and basic electronics like TVs and DVD players. You need someone with an electronics degree who can replace faulty capacitors and install new ones. A qualified technician usually completes the job in 10 to 15 minutes. It’s more practical to swap out specific capacitors rather than purchasing a full computer.
It’s smarter to swap out some capacitors instead of purchasing an entire computer. Yeah, the stores keep pushing for new purchases when repairs could be cheaper. You’ll need someone with electronics expertise to fix the blown caps and install replacements. It usually takes about 10 to 15 minutes for a qualified technician.