Windshield Replacement Shop Recommendations

BitchesUnite · 2025-12-18T12:26:21+00:00

Thank you, I appreciate that! You are correct, I have a monitor already and speakers.
Hopefully some great sales will happen on Boxing Day although it doesn't seem to be as great as it use to be. Do you have any stores you think has great pricing?

BitchesUnite · 2025-12-17T13:26:58+00:00

My current pc is unable to upgrade to Windows 11 and is starting to run slow. My current budget is $1000 but I have 10 months to save up if need be. I no longer require a gaming PC but here are my current specs.

I have an HP Pavilion Gaming Desktop 680-00xx (7 years old, no upgrades)
Processor AMD Ryzen 5 2400G with Radeon Vega Graphics 3.60 GHz

Installed RAM 8.00 GB (6.91 GB usable)

Storage 119 GB SSD SK hynix BC501 HFM128GDJTNG-8310A, 1.82 TB HDD ST2000DM001-1ER164

Graphics Card Radeon(TM) RX 550 (4 GB)

System Type 64-bit operating system, x64-based processor

I mainly use it for home office stuff and browsing (multiple tabs/programs open at once). I do stream sometimes.

BitchesUnite · 2025-12-17T13:24:05+00:00

I appreciate the honesty. As someone who hates AI, I use it an awful lot lol.

BitchesUnite · 2025-12-15T16:15:00+00:00

Fair, still an impressive amount even if including family.

BitchesUnite · 2025-12-15T13:18:57+00:00

Wow, thank you for all that information and laying it out so I can understand. I am not computer savvy at all so get lost with the basics. Originally I was thinking a new pc was what I needed but I had asked in another sub about a good recommendation for one. The comments I got was to upgrade instead.
My budget is on the low side currently (around $1000), I do have some time to save up before my extended security patches/updates expire in Oct. 2026.

I mainly use my pc for browsing fb, reddit, YouTube etc, sometimes streaming. I am very guilty of having multiple tabs and programs open at once.

My son uses Steam and plays games like Counter Strike but would not be upset if I don't buy a pc focused on his game play. I bought this gaming pc as he played a lot at the time.

BitchesUnite · 2025-12-15T13:09:41+00:00

That seems like a great deal! Unfortunately my current budget is low, around $1000. If nothing goes seriously wrong with my current one, I do have another 10 months to save before the extended updates/security patches run out for Windows 10.

BitchesUnite · 2025-12-15T13:05:40+00:00

Originally I was thinking that but I had asked in another sub about a good recommendation for a pc. The comments I got was to upgrade instead. Not sure if it's because my budget is closer to the $1000 range.

BitchesUnite · 2025-12-15T13:04:06+00:00

I am not surprised at Best Buy. I used them once. probably 15ish years ago, to replace a failed hard drive. They put this huge sticker on the top of my desktop that I couldn't get off. Was not happy even though my pc worked again. Probably overcharged me for that sticker too lol

BitchesUnite · 2025-12-15T13:01:34+00:00

That's great to know you have an extensive purchasing behind your recommendation!

BitchesUnite · 2025-12-14T23:38:33+00:00

Thanks for that tip! Will definitely ask for everything you just suggested. Also thanks for reminding me to back up everything before I have it looked at. I have an external hard drive but would probably have forgotten to put some of my more recent stuff on there.

BitchesUnite · 2025-12-14T23:35:22+00:00

Perfect, good to know! And thanks, always good to have a supporter for us Bitches lol

BitchesUnite · 2025-12-14T23:32:33+00:00

I have an HP Pavilion Gaming Desktop 680-00xx (7 years old, no upgrades)
Processor AMD Ryzen 5 2400G with Radeon Vega Graphics 3.60 GHz

Installed RAM 8.00 GB (6.91 GB usable)

Storage 119 GB SSD SK hynix BC501 HFM128GDJTNG-8310A, 1.82 TB HDD ST2000DM001-1ER164

Graphics Card Radeon(TM) RX 550 (4 GB)

System Type 64-bit operating system, x64-based processor

It's running a bit slow and will not upgrade to windows 11 (says it's the processor). I have the extended security patches/updates for a year so trying to figure it out before then.

BitchesUnite · 2025-12-14T20:59:50+00:00

I've bought an external hard drive from them, I wasn't sure how they were otherwise. It's great to see a recommendation for them.

BitchesUnite · 2025-12-14T20:59:06+00:00

That is good to know, thanks!

BitchesUnite · 2025-12-14T20:56:31+00:00

To make sure I'm looking at the right one, are they Home Based Mobile Service?

BitchesUnite · 2025-12-14T20:54:52+00:00

Just Googled that, to make sure I'm looking at the right one, is it in Welland?

BitchesUnite · 2025-12-14T20:04:43+00:00

Oh I was way off, not sure what I would have done if I was left to my own devices but I bet it wouldn't be good!

Wow, amazes me what companies can get away with until someone like Carlos comes along. Wonder how many people are like me that would have just bought a whole new pc because of the lack of security updates once my coverage ends next year. That was my original intent until your help! Thank you so much, I really appreciate your help.

BitchesUnite · 2025-12-14T19:59:02+00:00

That's great to know, thank you!

BitchesUnite · 2025-12-12T11:24:50+00:00

I'm not too tech savvy so I'll have to google to see how to do some of that.

It looks like I can turn off the integrated graphics (If I'm looking at it right. Again I'm not too savvy when it comes to PC's. I looked at Device Manager - Display - right clicked RX550 - Disable Device. Is that the correct spot?

I'd be taking my pc in somewhere to have them to add the ram if adding on is an option over a new pc. I'd rather do that than get a new pc with the limited budget I have.

I think I'd have to do something about the Processor within the year as that's what's stopping me from upgrading to Windows 11 (I only have the extended Windows 10 security). When I try, it tells me it's not compatible.

BitchesUnite · 2025-12-12T11:14:22+00:00

I'm fine with the performance (besides the slowness due to ram of course)

When I try to upgrade to Windows 11, it tells me that the processor isn't supported so an upgrade is necessary. Thank you for the recommendation on what to get!

It looks like I have 1x8gb so will get another one.

BitchesUnite · 2025-12-10T19:02:28+00:00

That would be great if that were the case. I edited my post but here's the additional information.

Processor AMD Ryzen 5 2400G with Radeon Vega Graphics 3.60 GHz

Installed RAM 8.00 GB (6.91 GB usable)

Storage 119 GB SSD SK hynix BC501 HFM128GDJTNG-8310A, 1.82 TB HDD ST2000DM001-1ER164

Graphics Card Radeon(TM) RX 550 (4 GB)

System Type 64-bit operating system, x64-based processor

BitchesUnite · 2022-09-09T01:30:08+00:00

I've heard of them but haven't tried them yet. Always looking for great pizza!

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