Hardware Upgrades (SSD & RAM)
The cheapest way to speed up a working computer is almost always a solid-state drive and more memory. At our Marlboro shop we clone your existing setup to the new drive so you keep your programs, files and settings exactly as they were.
Yuriy — owner, JY Computer Services · repairing computers and electronics since 2007 · Updated September 2026
What an upgrade gets you
- Boot times measured in seconds instead of minutes
- Programs and files open without the spinning wait
- More browser tabs and apps open at once without slowdown
- Quieter, cooler operation with no moving drive parts
- Several more useful years from a machine you already know
How we do it
We confirm your computer supports the upgrade, pick the right drive and memory, clone your current system across so nothing is lost, then verify everything boots and runs. You keep the original drive as a backup. Most upgrades are done within a day or two at our Marlboro shop.
Frequently asked questions
How much does an SSD upgrade cost in Marlboro, NJ?
A solid-state drive upgrade with data transfer runs $200 to $290 depending on the drive size you choose. That covers the SSD, cloning your current Windows or macOS setup across, and testing. It's the single biggest speed improvement for most older machines.
Will I lose my files and programs during the upgrade?
No. We clone your existing drive to the new SSD, so Windows or macOS, your applications, files and settings all come across exactly as they were — the computer boots up looking identical, just far faster. You get the old drive back too, so you keep a full copy of everything as a safety net.
Can you add memory to my laptop?
If the laptop has accessible or socketed RAM, yes — many do. Some thin laptops and MacBooks have memory soldered to the board and can't be upgraded. Tell us the model and we'll check what's possible before you commit.
Is upgrading worth it or should I buy a new computer?
For a machine under roughly eight years old, an SSD and RAM upgrade costs a fraction of a new computer and typically doubles or triples day-to-day responsiveness. We'll tell you honestly if your machine is too old to be worth it.