M C Computers

Wow I am so happy I decided to call this place with my computer issue! My computer just froze up and refused to boot up. I called and talked to Walter and told him the issues and he ran though a few things he thought it could be and suggested I bring it into the store. I took my computer down to the store and Walter opened it up and looked, made an adjustment and started her right up! And being very pleasant all the way through. And very reasonable cost for his efforts. Will definitely call him again with any issues I may have in the future. Thanks Walter!

I had an external hard drive that just plain stopped connecting to my computer. I figured it was lost. On a whim, I decided to search on Unilocal some computer places. MC Computers (or MDZ Computers as the sign says) was one of the first options. So I called, spoke to Walter, explained the situation. He was happy to take a look at it and, if it works, I could transfer my data to another hard drive. He gave me an exceptionally fair price and told me to come down now if I wanted. Walter was friendly and helpful, and I got the data I assume I lost. If I have any other computer issues, this is the first place I’m coming.

This place is WONDERFUL. Everyone is super friendly. Walter and his wife have been in the neighborhood for a long time, and they treat their customers like they are all neighbors. They are friendly, fair, knowledgeable, and affordable. I HIGHLY recommend this place. I’m going back to have Walter’s wife Cynthia do my taxes. I totally trust these guys!!!

These guys are great — i had a totally dead Sony Vaio that now works good as new, they installed some excellent anti virus software for free. I was braced for the bill but it was surprisingly reasonable. He even insisted on giving me a CD of music for my baby that he used to play for his daughter! So kind and thoughtful. Would highly recommend to anyone in the area.

I’ve taken two of my PCs (both Sony VAIOs) to MC Computer and felt like at last I’d found a computer repair shop that is not trying to make me buy a whole new computer, but instead is actually *fixing* the computer I have! For less than an arm, a leg, and two eyeballs.
In other words, MC Computers does exactly what they say they’ll do: fix your computer. Once was a hardware fix — the place where the power cable plugged into the computer died (this has happened with several VIOS I’ve had). The other was a repair of the connections between screen and hard drive as I dropped my computer (it bounced). Both times the repairs were completed in a timely manner, Walter was great about sticking to his estimate both in price and timing, and I was extremely pleased with the service.
The only drawback is that no one actually called me when my computer was fixed, so I ended up calling myself at the end of the day they estimated it would be done. Not great at returning messages.
That being said, everything else about the services offered are highly recommended.

My hard drive failed back in 2006 and I took my Dell PC to MC to replace the hard drive since I was just a month over the 1-​year warranty. A friend recommended MC, and they were able to swap out the old hard drive and reinstalled the Windows OS. I didn’t seem to have any issues. Between 2010 and now, I purchased a laptop and eventually stopped using the Dell desktop.
I recently pulled the computer out to again so that I could setup my mom on a machine and the screen displayed a message saying that I need to enter a windows activation code. I contacted Dell and Microsoft customer support to figure out why I needed a new activation for a legitimate machine I bought on
. After over an hour of troubleshooting, it turns out that I have an illegal copy of Windows installed on my machine. I like to support small local business, but not when their practices are inappropriate.

I have been going to Walter for 10 years to get my computer fixed including when he was located in the previous shop on Sunset. He has built a number of computers for me over the years and also fixed many more that my family members and I managed to either break or mess up somehow. Even after we moved to Rancho Cucamonga we didn’t stop going to Walter because there doesn’t seem to be anything he can’t repair. He has always been professional in the way he treats me and my family and I trust him with any repair. Once someone tried to steal my PC computer as I was loading it into my car in front of his former shop on Sunset. I managed to catch the thief before he got too far on the other side of Sunset. When I got back to Walters and told him what happened he let me use the phone to call the police and also took care of my 5 year old son while I toured the neighbourhood with the police looking for the thief. It is the little things he does for his customers that keeps me coming back.

Having a computer repair person you trust is as important as having a reliable mechanic, so I’m very happy I was referred several years ago to MC Computers. This Silver Lake stalwart (I’m told they’ve been in business for 20 years now) is a mom and pop neighborhood business that I trust. The prices are always reasonable and the owners, Walter and Cynthia, are nice, honest people. When my computers need service I don’t have to worry about paying too much for a repair. They’re great at diagnosing a problem and making an older computer run like new. I recommend them highly.

I’ve been taking my computer (s) to MC Computers for several years now and all I have to say is that each time it is nothing short of a positive experience! Having ran a small business of my own, I understand the value of «Ma & Pa» shops and business. Every one of refer to Walter and Cynthia come away happy and thanking me up one side and down the other. If you need help and or advice concerning your computer, MC Computers is the place to go!

I took my Sony laptop to MC computers (now called MDZ computer) to get the keyboard replaced. Simple enough right? Not really. Here’s my story of how the frustration I endured with this shop. Sorry it’s a bit lengthy:
I was told by Walter that my keyboard would arrive in a week or so, but after a week I didn’t receive a call. When I called, I got some excuse about the keyboard being difficult to find. I waited about a week longer then I called again. I called several times over the course of several days but they didn’t answer. Apparently they don’t ever call their customers back or answer customers’ calls. Then I had my mom call from a number they didn’t know (since I knew they had caller ID) and low and behold his wife answered. She said the keyboard had «arrived» but wasn’t the correct one – that they put it in but the keys were still not working. At this point 3 weeks had already passed and I was getting really fed up. I decided to go see my laptop. When I finally saw my laptop I suspected what they told me was a lie since my laptop looked untouched. Now I KNOW it was a lie since Walter has no idea how to change the keyboard on this laptop (more on this below).
I was completely disappointed about having wasted 3 weeks of my time so I took my laptop with a nonfunctional keyboard with me since I needed it for school. Walter’s wife told me they had already ordered the correct keyboard… and that they would call me when it arrived. I was doubtful of taking my laptop back to Walter but he let me borrow their charger since mine was at my parent’s house and it was a bit of a drive for me. When the correct keyboard finally arrived a few days later, I took my laptop back (huge mistake) along with their charger. They said they needed at least 2 days to change the keyboard, which seems odd enough because it should be a 1 hour job at most. I waited two days and on the second day I called several times and again got no answer! I went anyway and when I arrived my laptop was completely taken apart with the fan and several components taken out! Walter had been watching a Youtube video on how to FIX THE MOTHERBOARD on this model! He said the only way to get the keyboard out was to take it apart. It was obvious to me he didn’t know what he was doing since he was basically copying the guy on the video. On top of that he had my computer upside down without a cloth underneath it. When I looked at the top of my laptop it was completely scratched! I confronted him that he scratched my laptop, and he blamed his coworker! At this point I was in tears due to the frustration and because he scratched my computer real bad. I told him that I just wanted to take my laptop and he took 45 minutes to put the laptop back together. It was now a month later and my laptop still had a nonfunctional keyboard and it was now scratched thanks to Walter and MC Computers.
Although Walter and his wife may be nice people they are not experts. And they don’t call their customers back nor do they answer their customers’ calls. On top of that they are not professional and don’t understand that laptops mean a lot to their owners (since they scratched mine).
And there’s more proof that Walter had no idea what he was doing with my laptop. I ended up taking it to A-​1 Computer Repair in NoHo and Mr. Jeff took less than 20 minutes to change keyboard on my laptop!!! Which is crazy since Walter couldn’t do it in a whole day with a Youtube video!!!

I took apart my desktop pc to clean out some dust… long story short i broke something.
It cost me $ 90 and 3 weeks (although it was some holiday period) to get my pc fixed. That sounds like a lot of money and time right? Well, I had broken a really really small pin on my CPU and the M C Computers guy managed to diagnose the problem after examining it with a magnifying glass. Had I gone to Best Buy they would’ve probably recommended I buy a new CPU and probably a new GPU too.
Given that the CPU was worth at least twice what I paid to get it fixed, I’d say it was a steal.
They don’t accept credit cards.

After standing in line for 30 minutes at Geeksquad I got fed up and decided to support a local business. Based on the reviews I went to MC computers. Rack up another win for Unilocal!
My 4-​year old PC laptop was in dire need of some TLC, and MC Computers provided everything I’d hoped for –quick, friendly service at a cost lower than what I’d expected from Geeksquad. Walter is a true professional, honest and upfront. And he’s also a really nice guy. My computer runs like new!
I now have my go-​to computer repair place and will never use another service.

Walter and Cynthia are not only extremely knowledgeable about computers, but also offer outstanding customer service at a very fair price.
I was thrilled to recently learn that they have since branched out into Web site design and management. So I had their new Webmaster extraordinaire, Aba, handle a project and was so pleased with the results. He fits in nicely with their business philosophy.
One other observation about integrity and character: There were at least half a dozen times during the past year when my HP laptop kept freezing up, and so Walter would run a bunch of diagostic tests, as well as update anti-​virus software, etc., but never charged me for those visits. He’s fair with his customers almost to a fault, not to mention a hell of a nice guy!
Give these guys a try. They demonstrate why it’s so important to patronize Mom-​and-​Pop shops that offer comprehensive and personalized service with a smile at a price that won’t deplete your wallet.
:-) Bruce Shutan
L.A.-based Freelance Writer

This a great little computer repair shop. Based on the Unilocal reviews, I decided to give it a try.
Background, my laptop monitor would not turn on, but my hard drive was still on and running, but not the monitor. I did not have much money to fix my laptop, so did not want to go to one of those big places like Geek Squad/​Best Buy because they charge so much to even just look at your computer.
When I got there, the husband and wife team immediately examined and tested my laptop to see what was going on. At first they thought it might be my video card, which would suck, but the husband tried several other tests and found a simple solution to my monitor problem. Long story short, he found an inexpensive way to fix my laptop monitor because of his knowledge and genuine care to help me fix my laptop. I am 100% positive if I went somewhere else, like Geek Squad, they would’ve charged me so much to even look at it, and change my video card. These guys are very honest and would highly recommend them to fix your computer. If you do not want to get ripped off and get your computer fixed by hard working, knowledgeable and honest mom and pops place, look no further. Highly recommended!

I have been coming here for years.
Walter keeps his knowledge up to date so he can always be on top of the current technologies.
I have had him trouble shoot old computers, hot roded one, and bought a couple of laptops. Everytime has been at a very affordable rate.
He has even taken my laptops and upgraded them easily.
If you need your computer fixed or upgraded, it’s totally worth the trip. He’ll even build the right computer for you.
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Awesome computer services here. Always helpful and at a great price. Walter and Co. are great!

This is the best computer repair shop around. Luckily, I found these fine folks through other reviews here on Unilocal,and was never disappointed – only surprised and impressed.
This is a slightly off-​the-​beaten-​path, mom and pop type of business that is – lucky for me – within walking distance. I’ve now been here twice.
The first time, I needed the LCD screen on my beloved laptop replaced, which they did at an amazing price and with a turnaround of less than one day. They also spiffed up the old gal and installed quality anti-​virus protection at no charge.
Visit number two was a bit more dire. My baby’s hard drive crashed after more than 7 years of devoted service. After three days of troubleshooting, they were able to recover my hard drive, although the laptop itself was no longer viable. I really commend Walter, the proprietor, for his painstaking work, and the whole staff for superb customer service while I stressed out over the procedure.
Because this is a neighborhood joint, and the folks there really care, I was charged a very small amount for the labor, and was able to pick up a refurbished PC at a price no other dealer could possibly meet.
I want to recommend these fine folks to everyone, and will definitely be back anytime I need computer service of any sort.

Joe H.
have been going to them for 5 years… since they were at their original location near Hyperion&Sunset…they are expertly professional, community connected, extremely fair priced from repairs to purchased computers and accessories… and most of all honest… I rely and trust them completely… They are not out to just make a buck. They truly take their time and explain things to you. They are a great community resource in the very best sense of the word. Walter and Cynthia are the best… They are a rock in our neighborhood !!!

I met the owners years ago, when I lived in the neighborhood. Walter and Cynthia provide great service. They are not there to jack you up, they just fix things, always at a reasonable price.
I referred a friend to them and they built a PC to his specifications. He always mentioned that he got 4 or 5 years of use of it, then turned it over to his mom, who relied on it further.
I am still going back. Now they are fixing my Macbook Pro, and I’ll pick up a few peripherals.

Small shop tucked away in a shopping center on sunset near El Cid.
I called them, they offered to take a look at my ailing laptop.
And when i say Ailing i mean dead.
They opened it up the same night I brought it to them, and declared that it was fried in so many ways.
So they put it back together, and I picked it up.
No charge for the consult.
Nice people.