2023-06-17 12:02:13
The giant Microsoft has started selling major spare parts for a selection of its Surface-type computers. A good step forward for product repairability.
Something rare enough to point out, France is one of the three countries in which these computer parts Surface are on sale at the moment, alongside the US and Canada. To have enough to repair, on the other hand, it will be necessary to turn to other suppliers.
Good progress
Very often, on the side of the largest companies in the field, when one of our devices no longer works and is no longer under warranty, you have to turn to an external parts dealer, call on a specialized repairer, or opt for a total hardware change. Microsoft will push for at-home repair of its two-in-one Surface PCs by selling replacement parts for some of the newer models on the Microsoft Store.
“We are pleased to offer aftermarket components to consumers with technical skills, for self-service, out-of-warranty repairs”says Tim McGuiggan, vice president of device services and product engineering at Microsoft. “When you purchase a replacement part, you will receive the part and the appropriate collateral components (such as screws if applicable). » For the moment, only the United States, Canada and France are concerned, but Microsoft indicates that it wants to extend the sale of spare hardware to other territories.
Recent products concerned
Just take a look at the French page of the Microsoft Store to get an idea of the first pieces available for purchase. These are for a limited selection of Surface products. Here is the list of affected models:
- Surface Pro 9
- Surface Pro 8
- Surface Pro 7
- Surface Pro X
- Surface Go 3
- Surface Laptop 5
- Surface Laptop 4
- Surface Laptop 3
- Surface Laptop Studio
- Surface Laptop Go 2
- Surface Studio 2+
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The types of parts also depend on the models and the older ones have less choice. The parts concerned are screens, cooling systems, SSDs, keyboards, speakers and even power supplies. The prices are very extensive. Count around fifty euros for a spare stand and several hundred euros to change the screen. The Surface Studio 2+ replacement screen costs $2,159.
It should be noted that Microsoft does not sell the equipment necessary to carry out the repairs (screwdriver, clamp, cutting mat, etc.). For this, you have to turn to third-party sellers such as the iFixit specialist.
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