Computer repair
Computer Repair in Gulfport, MS
Mac and Windows, laptops and desktops. Our technicians are Apple ACMT and ACiT certified and CompTIA A+ certified in both hardware and software, with IT experience in public and private sector environments.
The thing we care about most in a computer is the data. Everything else in the machine is replaceable, and your files usually aren't. If we see signs of a failing drive, we stop and talk to you about securing the data before we do anything else — even when that delays the repair you came in for.
We also tell you when a machine isn't worth fixing. An eight-year-old laptop needing a board and a screen usually isn't, and we'd rather help you pick a replacement and move your data than sell you a repair you'll regret in three months.
Serving Gulfport from Creosote Rd
We're at 15007 Creosote Rd, Suite B in Gulfport, just off Highway 49 with parking in front.
We work on home machines, small-business machines, and the laptops that Coast students and remote workers depend on. If a machine is what you earn a living with, say so — it changes how we sequence the work.
The Broken Gadget
15007 Creosote Rd Ste B
Gulfport, MS 39503
Monday – Friday 8 AM – 3 PM
Saturday and Sunday: closed
Call (228) 609-0777 · Text (228) 609-0070
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What causes this
- Mechanical hard drives failing after years of spinning, usually with warning signs first.
- Dust and Gulf humidity clogging cooling systems until the machine throttles or shuts down.
- Malware and scam software picked up from downloads, fake update prompts, and browser pop-ups.
- Failed operating system updates leaving a machine unbootable.
- Liquid spills into keyboards, which corrode the board underneath over days.
Symptoms to look for
- Boots slowly, freezes, or shows a spinning cursor for minutes at a time
- Clicking or grinding noises from the drive — stop and bring it in immediately
- Blue screens, kernel panics, or a machine stuck in a restart loop
- Pop-ups, browser redirects, or software you never installed
- Fans running constantly, hot chassis, or shutdowns under load
Repair options
Pricing depends on your exact model and what we find once it's open. Call or text and we'll give you a straight answer before you drive over.
Diagnostics
We find out what's actually wrong before recommending anything, including checking drive health first.
SSD upgrades and data migration
The single biggest speed improvement available for an older machine, with everything moved across so it feels like your computer, only faster.
Malware and scam software removal
Pop-ups, browser hijacks, and unwanted programs on Mac and Windows, plus advice on what let it in.
Operating system repair
Failed updates, corrupted installs, blue screens, and recovery without wiping your files where possible.
Hardware repair
Keyboards, hinges, power issues, overheating, storage, and won't-boot diagnosis on laptops and desktops.
MacBook screens
Cracked lids, lines, backlight failure, and hinge-related display faults on MacBook and MacBook Pro.
Devices we see most
This isn't a complete list — it's what comes across the bench most often. If your model isn't here, ask. If we can't get the part, we'll tell you immediately.
Apple
- MacBook Air and MacBook Pro
- iMac
- Mac mini
Windows laptops
- Dell, HP, Lenovo
- ASUS and Acer
- Most consumer and business models
Desktops
- Prebuilt Windows towers
- Custom builds
- All-in-one machines
What you can safely try
- Back up now, before troubleshooting anything. That's the one step that can't be undone later.
- Note the exact error message or code — it shortens diagnosis considerably.
- Unplug external devices and try booting with nothing attached.
- Check that the charger light comes on and the cable isn't frayed at the connector.
- Write down when the problem started and what changed right before it.
When to stop
- Stop using a drive that clicks or grinds. Every extra hour of runtime reduces what can be recovered.
- Don't call the number in a pop-up warning. That's the scam, not the fix.
- Don't keep force-restarting a machine that fails an update — it can compound the damage.
- Don't open a laptop that had liquid spilled in it and try to dry it with heat. Bring it in.
Before you come in
- Bring the charger. We need it, and charger faults are a real cause of 'dead' laptops.
- Bring your login password and any account credentials we'll need to test.
- Tell us what's on the machine that you can't lose, in plain terms.
- Note any prior repairs or upgrades, especially drive swaps.
How the visit goes
- Walk in Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 3 PM. No appointment needed.
- Computers are drop-off jobs. Diagnosis comes first, then we call you with a plan and a price.
- If we see a failing drive, we'll stop and talk about your data before proceeding.
- We'll tell you plainly when a machine isn't worth the repair.
Gulfport computer repair questions
Do you repair both Mac and Windows computers?
Yes. Our technicians hold Apple ACMT and ACiT certifications and CompTIA A+ in both hardware and software.
Can you recover my files if the computer won't boot?
Frequently, yes. Bring it in as soon as possible — with a failing drive, time genuinely works against recovery.
How much faster is an SSD upgrade?
On an older machine still running a mechanical drive, it's the most dramatic improvement available. Boot and application launch times change from minutes to seconds.
Do you support Microsoft Surface computers?
Software only. We don't take on Surface hardware repairs, and we'll tell you that up front rather than after you've dropped it off.
Can you remove a virus without wiping my computer?
Usually. A full wipe is a last resort, not a starting point, and we'll explain the trade-offs if we think it's necessary.
How long does computer repair take?
It depends entirely on the fault and on parts. We diagnose first, then give you a realistic timeline before any work begins.
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15007 Creosote Rd Ste B, Gulfport, MS 39503 · Hours & directions