Category: PC Repair

  • Stock vs devalued computer parts why we custom order parts

    Stock vs devalued computer parts why we custom order parts

    The problem with computers is that everyone wants instant information, they want fast delivery and they want everything now! For the most part, we can do that except when it comes to parts and products. We have to weigh the chances of ordering computer parts to have in stock that nobody will ever buy and…

  • Unplug your computers during a thunderstorm! even if you have surge protection

    Unplug your computers during a thunderstorm! even if you have surge protection

    Yesterday’s wild thunderstorm here in Lithgow was a real wake-up call for us at Lithgeek! While we were working on a few customers’ computers, we noticed the storm rolling in and wisely decided to unplug all the clients machines until it passed. Sure enough, one of our techs went home later only to find their…

  • Another Custom PC with RX 7800 XT

    Another Custom PC with RX 7800 XT

    At Lithgeek, we recently had the pleasure of building a custom gaming PC for a client who wanted one thing: pure power. This high-performance setup brings together some of the best components on the market, including an AMD Ryzen 9 5900X, RX 7800 XT graphics card, 32GB of RAM, and the versatile Gigabyte B550 AORUS…

  • 3 Signs Your Power Supply May Need Replacing: Keep Your Gaming Rig Running Smoothly

    The power supply unit (PSU) is the backbone of your gaming PC, providing reliable power to every component. But as time goes by, even the most durable PSUs can start to wear out. Knowing when it’s time to replace your PSU can save you from unexpected shutdowns, performance issues, and even costly repairs. Let’s go…

  • Scam Resistant Computer for Seniors

    Scam Resistant Computer for Seniors

    We get clients from the bank who are victims of scams. I am the guy who has to clean up the mess afterward. Honestly, it is heartbreaking. Now and then we have a client who seems to fall for the remote access scam often. So trying to combat this we have made a Scam Resistant…

  • Using UV paints in case mods

    Using UV paints in case mods

    At some point, I figure you folks would get tired of seeing the posts about this hand-painted computer case mod. But I keep having folks walk into my computer shop and ask about the progress! So I will keep posting until it is finished! Today we are going to talk about UV paint case mods…

  • Part two of the Dragon Hoard Case Mod

    Part two of the Dragon Hoard Case Mod

    This is part two of the Dragon Gaming Computer Case Mod. The original post was about creative brainstorming and the process of up with the composition and color pallet! This time around I am going to be talking about the physical aspects of the case modding process. PReping the Case Most people think that I…

  • When Should You Upgrade Your Motherboard?

    When Should You Upgrade Your Motherboard?

    Upgrading your motherboard isn’t something most gamers or PC enthusiasts think about often. Usually, it’s the CPU, GPU, or RAM that takes center stage when it comes to performance boosts. However, the motherboard is the backbone of your system, and at times, upgrading it can be just as important as upgrading any other component. But…

  • Hand-painted Gaming computer case mod Process

    Hand-painted Gaming computer case mod Process

    Many people may not realize that I’m an artist at heart. Computers are a more recent passion for me—I’ve been working with them for 25 years, but I was born an artist. When we started Lithgeek Custom Gaming Computers, we knew we had to find a way to stand out from the competition. Something truly…

  • The Batman custom gaming computer

    The Batman custom gaming computer

    This badass computer is the personal computer of our lead Windows tech. Sorry folks this one is not for sale. Felipe loves Batman and wanted to make a gaming computer himself that was inspired by the Batmobile. What we like about this computer is that it is not one of those stock computer cases with…