Our Services

 Partner on laptop

TECHNOLOGY INSTALLATION AND SUPPORT

Our specialist Partners in the Technology department (available in most shops), are here to take the hassle out of setting up your new tablet, smartwatch or fitness tracker. With smartphone, laptop or desktop set-ups, we can transfer data from your existing device if you are upgrading. We also offer support services for existing devices to ensure they are working at their best.

Please see below for individual service prices.

Call 03301 230 106 for aftersales queries on an electrical or technology product, 8am-9pm weekdays, 8am-8pm Saturdays and 10am-6pm Sundays. (Call charges vary according to service provider)

Asus laptop
In Store

Our Technical Support Partners can complete 3 types of services in your local John Lewis & Partners, to both new and existing devices, and some of the services can be completed the same day.

Quick Set-Up

After purchasing a new technology product, our Technical Support team can assist and take the hassle out of setting up the device for you, meaning when you take your new tech away it will be ready to use straight away.

Tablet set-up
Tablet set-up

WHAT WE’LL DO

  • Set up a user account, creating an initial passcode access
  • Installation of any available operating system updates
  • Download historic apps, if applicable
  • Log into a maximum of 2 existing accounts on the relevant apps, for example email or music accounts
  • 15-minute demonstration of a new device with a Technical Support Partner, if required -  camera, touch ID access, pre-installed apps, sharing files with other tablets, using a tablet with other devices, security and privacy settings

PRICE £30

BEFORE YOU BUY

To complete the process as efficiently as possible, please have the following correct/current login details with you:
 

  • Username and password for relevant branded app store
  • Username and password for the 2 existing accounts, from the list above, that you would like to have set up on your behalf - such as email address
     

Service duration can be up to 2 hours, depending on software updates and provision of correct passwords required.

We’ll handle your data securely, we won’t hold on to your data any longer than necessary, and only ask for information needed as detailed in this service. For more details please see our Privacy Notice.

Smartphone set-up
Smart Phone Set-up

WHAT WE’LL DO

  • Set up a user account, creating an initial passcode access
  • Installation of any available operating system updates
  • Download any historic apps
  • Transfer of contacts and pictures from your existing smartphone, if required
  • Log into a maximum of 2 existing accounts on the relevant apps, for example email or music accounts
  • 15-minute demonstration of a new device with a Technical Support Partner, if required - camera, touch ID or face ID access, pre-installed apps, sharing files with other smartphones, using your smartphone with other devices, security and privacy settings

PRICE £30

BEFORE YOU BUY

To complete the process as efficiently as possible, please have the following correct/current login details with you:

  • Username and password for relevant branded app store 
  • Username and password for the 2 existing accounts, from the list above, that you would like to have set up on your behalf - such as email address


Service duration can be up to 2 hours, depending on software updates and provision of correct passwords required.

We’ll handle your data securely, we won’t hold on to your data any longer than necessary, and only ask for information needed as detailed in this service. For more details please see our Privacy Notice.

 

Smartwatch set-up
Smart Watch Set-up

WHAT WE’LL DO

  • Create a new user account with the relevant smartwatch or fitness tracker brand
  • Installation of any available operating system updates
  • Sync with 1 compatible device, for example, smartphone, tablet or laptop, and download app, if applicable
  • 15-minute demonstration of the new device with a Technical Support Partner, if required - inputting wellbeing details, features and benefits of using a smartwatch with a synced device eg. smartphone

PRICE £20

BEFORE YOU BUY

To complete the process as efficiently as possible, please have the following correct/current login details with you:

  • Correct login and password details for relevant app store access
  • Bring compatible device with you eg. smartphone, to sync with smartwatch

 

Service duration can be up to 1 hour, depending on software updates and provision of correct passwords required.

We’ll handle your data securely, we won’t hold on to your data any longer than necessary, and only ask for information needed as detailed in this service. For more details please see our Privacy Notice.

Standard laptop or desktop set-up
Standard Laptop or Desktop Set-up

WHAT WE’LL DO

  • Set up a maximum of 2 user accounts
  • Installation of manufacturer updates or operating system updates available
  • Configure or create a maximum 2 email accounts, if required
  • Activate and update pre-installed antivirus software
  • Set up inbuilt parental controls, if required
  • 15-minute demonstration of the new device with a Technical Support Partner, if required - privacy and security settings, how to personalise the device, using a laptop or PC with other devices, basic maintenance advice

PRICE £45

BEFORE YOU BUY

To complete the process as efficiently as possible, please have the following correct/current login details with you:

  • Username and password for existing 2 email accounts 

Service duration can be up to 4 hours, depending on software updates and provision of correct passwords required.

We’ll handle your data securely, we won’t hold on to your data any longer than necessary, and only ask for information needed as detailed in this service. For more details please see our Privacy Notice.

Advanced laptop or desktop set-up
Advanced Laptop or Desktop Set-up

WHAT WE’LL DO

  • Set up a maximum 2 user accounts
  • Installation of manufacturer updates or operating system updates available
  • Configure or create a maximum of 2 email accounts, if required
  • Activate and update pre-installed antivirus software
  • Set up inbuilt parental controls, if required
  • Data transfer, including music, photos, movies and documents transferred to the new computer, USB or external hard drive, provided by the customer
  • Install, configure and register 1 piece of software, such as Microsoft Office or Norton Security. Please note the software package is sold separately to this service
  • 15-minute demonstration of the new device with a Technical Support Partner, if required - privacy and security settings, how to personalise the device, using a laptop or PC with other devices, basic maintenance advice

PRICE £80

BEFORE YOU BUY

To complete the process as efficiently as possible, please have the following correct existing login details with you:

  • Username and password for 2 existing email accounts

For the data transfer from an existing laptop or desktop:

  • Please bring your current laptop or PC to transfer the data across. 
  • Please prepare the files/ data to be transferred and have them already organised into folders for clarity and ease
  • Data transfer is completed via a hard drive that is sold separately, or you can provide your own if storage is sufficient

 

Service duration can be up to 48 hours, depending on the quantity of the data being transferred, software updates and provision of correct passwords required. Our Technical Support Team will contact you when the service has been completed.

We’ll handle your data securely, we won’t hold on to your data any longer than necessary, and only ask for information needed as detailed in this service. For more details please see our Privacy Notice.

Software installation
Software Installation

WHAT WE’LL DO

  • Install, configure and register 1 piece of software to an existing laptop, desktop or tablet, such as Microsoft Office or Norton Security, that is sold separately to the service

PRICE £35

BEFORE YOU BUY

To complete the process as efficiently as possible, please have the following correct/current login details with you:

  • Username and password for 2 existing email accounts
  • Please bring in your existing device to your local shop 
  • Software must be purchased from John Lewis & Partners to be installed


Service duration can be up to 1 hour, depending on software updates.

We’ll handle your data securely, we won’t hold on to your data any longer than necessary, and only ask for information needed as detailed in this service. For more details please see our Privacy Notice

Software installation bolt-on
System Installation Bolt On

WHAT WE’LL DO

  • Install, configure and register 1 piece of software to a new laptop, desktop or tablet such as Microsoft Office or Norton Security that is sold separately to the service

PRICE £15

BEFORE YOU BUY

To complete the process as efficiently as possible, please have the following correct/current login details with you:

  • Username and password for user account
  • Speak to a Partner for more details about which software may be most appropriate for using with your new device 
  • Software must be purchased from John Lewis & Partners to be installed


Service duration can be up to 1 hour, depending on software updates.

We’ll handle your data securely, we won’t hold on to your data any longer than necessary, and only ask for information needed as detailed in this service. For more details please see our Privacy Notice.

SMOOTH RUNNING

We can support with ensuring your current laptop or desktop is always running at its best with our support services listed below. If you are looking to upgrade your device, we also offer help with ensuring your data is either backed up correctly or wiped if you are trading it in. 

Data backup
Data Back Up

WHAT WE’LL DO

  • Back up all system and data files from an existing tablet, laptop or desktop to an external hard drive, which is sold separately

PRICE £35

BEFORE YOU BUY

  • This service may be recommended prior to a laptop or desktop being sent away for a repair, to ensure no valuable data is impacted during other onging support services
  • If this service is completed before being sent away for a repair, we will send the goods directly to the repair agent once the back up has been completed
  • A data backup can be completed on desktops, laptops or tablets that have not been purchased from John Lewis & Partners
  • Data backup is completed via a hard drive that is sold separately, or you can provide your own if storage is sufficient 

Service duration can be up to 48 hours, depending on the quantity of the data being backed up from the device. Our Technical Support Team will contact you when the service has been completed.

We’ll handle your data securely, we won’t hold on to your data any longer than necessary, and only ask for information needed as detailed in this service. For more details please see our Privacy Notice

Data cleanse
Data Cleanse Service

WHAT WE’LL DO

All personal data securely wiped from 1 device. This service is available on laptops , desktops, smartphones and tablets.

We'll overwrite old data so it can no longer be retrieved. This will prepare your device by permanently removing all personal data, ahead of recycling, gifting or trading in.

PRICE £35

BEFORE YOU BUY

  • A data cleanse service may be completed on laptop, desktop, smartphone or tablets that have not been purchased from John Lewis & Partners 
  • Please bring in your existing device to your local shop to have the service completed
  • For IOS mobile device, please turn off Find My iPhone, if enabled
  • For Android mobile devices, please remove SD Card
  • Please bring the device in to your local  shop to to complete this service with at least 15% battery charge


Service duration can be up to 30 minutes for IOS and Android mobile devices. For tablets, laptops or desktops, the service can take up to 48 hours depending on the quantity of the data to be erased from the device. Our Technical Support Team will contact you when the service has been completed.

We’ll handle your data securely, we won’t hold on to your data any longer than necessary, and only ask for information needed as detailed in this service. For more details please see our Privacy Notice.

EASY FIXES

If the worst should happen, no matter how well you look after your device, we’ll work to help get your valuable data retrieved and smartphone screens replaced. These services can be completed for devices out of warranty or if they have not been purchased from John Lewis & Partners, to help get things back on track.

Standard data recovery
Standard Data Recovery

WHAT WE’LL DO

  • Rescue or retrieve lost personal data and store onto a hard drive, which is included in the price
  • Once your Technology product has been assessed by our Servicer, it may be necessary to upgrade to an Advanced Data Recovery, for more extensive work to retrieve your data
  • Please bring your device into your local store to be booked in by Tech Support, and you have the option for it to be returned to the same shop, or to your home after the service
  • Once the data recovery has been completed and successfully returned to either to the shop, or your home, you will be sent a secure password to access your encrypted recovered data
  • Data Recovery Service is available for the following products, that may or may not have been purchased from John Lewis & Partners:
  • Laptops
  • External hard drives
  • PC/Mac
  • USB sticks
  • SD memory cards (SD/SDHC)
  • Tablets and iPads
  • Smartphones and iPhones
  • Serve/RAID SystemsSSD drives (Solid State Drives)

PRICE £149

BEFORE YOU BUY

  • If your device is affected by any of the following issues, we suggest that you leave it switched off ahead of a Data Recovery Service, so as not to impact further data loss
  • Computer will not start up
  • Unusual noise / clicking sound or head failure
  • Power surge / outage
  • Virus / spyware
  • Impact trauma
  • Fire or water damage
  • Deleted files
  • Corrupted data

    Service duration can be 7-10 days, including transport of the device to and from the approved servicer, but may take longer depending on repairs required to the device. Our Technical Support Team will contact you when the service has been completed.

We’ll handle your data securely, we won’t hold on to your data any longer than necessary, and only ask for information needed as detailed in this service. For more details please see our Privacy Notice.

Advanced data recovery
Advanced Data Recovery

WHAT WE’LL DO

  • Rescue or retrieve lost personal data and store onto a hard drive, which is included in the price. 
  • Once your Technology product has been assessed by our Servicer, it may be necessary to upgrade to an Advanced Data Recovery as there may be mechanical or physical invention needed to your device to retrieve the data. You will be consulted ahead of continuing on with this work.
  • Please bring your device into your local store to be booked in by Tech Support, and you have the option for it to be returned to the same store, or to your home after the service.
  • Once the data recovery has been completed and successfully returned to either to the store, or your home, you will be sent a secure password to access your encrypted recovered data.
  • Data Recovery Service is available for the following products, that may or may not have been purchased from John Lewis & Partners:
  • Laptops
  • External hard drives
  • PC/Mac
  • USB sticks
  • SD memory cards (SD/SDHC)
  • Tablets and iPads
  • Smartphones and iPhones
  • Server / RAID systems
  • SSD drives (Solid State Drives)

PRICE

Upgrade from Standard Data Recovery to Advanced Data Recovery, once your device has been assessed: £150

BEFORE YOU BUY

  • If your device is affected by any of the following issues, we suggest that you leave it switched off ahead of a data recovery service to not impact further data loss. 
  • Computer will not start up
  • Unusual noise / clicking sound or head failure
  • Power surge / outage 
  • Virus / spyware
  • Impact trauma
  • Fire or water damage
  • Deleted files
  • Corrupted data

Service duration can be 7-10 days, including transport of the device to and from the approved servicer, but may take longer depending on repairs required to the device. Our Technical Support Team will contact you when the service has been completed.

We’ll handle your data securely, we won’t hold on to your data any longer than necessary, and only ask for information needed as detailed in this service. For more details please see our Privacy Notice.

iPhone screen replacement
iPhone Screen Replacement Service

WHAT WE’LL DO

  • Replacement of smashed or cracked Apple iPhone screen due to accidental damage
  • Manufacturer accredited solution and will not have an impact on the smartphone’s guarantee or warranty

PRICE

  • Tier 1 at £149
    iPhone 5c, 5, 5s, SE 1st +2nd gen, 6

  • Tier 2 at £179
    iPhone 6s, 6 Plus, 7, 8

  • Tier 3 at £199
    iPhone 6s Plus, 7 Plus, 8 Plus

  • Tier 4 at £219
    iPhone XR, 11
  • Tier 5 at £239
    iPhone 12 mini, 13 mini

  • Tier 6 at £299
    iPhone iPhone 13, 13 Pro, 12, 12 Pro, 11 Pro, X, XS

  • Tier 7 at £339
    iPhone XS Pro Max, 11 Pro Max, 12 Pro Max, 13 Pro Max

BEFORE YOU BUY

The replacement screen service is available for iPhones which may or may not have not been bought from John Lewis & Partners.
 

Service duration can be 7-10 days, including transport of device to and from the approved repair servicer. Our Technical Support Team will contact you when the goods have been received back in the branch. To reduce the time taken, when the service is completed the device can be sent directly to you. 


We’ll handle your data securely, we won’t hold on to your data any longer than necessary, and only ask for information needed as detailed in this service. For more details please see our Privacy Notice.

Samsung screen replacements
Samsung Screen Replacement Service

WHAT WE’LL DO

  • Replacement of smashed or cracked Samsung smartphone screen due to accidental damage
  • Manufacturer accredited solution which will not have an impact on the smartphone’s guarantee or warranty

PRICE

  • Tier 1 at £99
    J3/J5/ J6/ J6+ / J7/ A20e/ A22/ A12/ A21s

  • Tier 2 at £119
    A3/ A5/ A6/ A7/ A10/ M31/ A32/ A40/ A50/ A52/ A80/ Galaxy S5/ Galaxy S6 Edge/ Galaxy S7

  • Tier 3 at £139
    A8/ A9/ A51/ A70/ A71/ Note 4

  • Tier 4 at £229
    Galaxy S6/ Galaxy S6 Edge+ / Galaxy S7 Edge/ Galaxy S10e / Galaxy S10 Lite/ Galaxy S21/ Galaxy S21+ / Note 10 Lite

  • Tier 5 at £259
    Galaxy S8/ Galaxy S8+ / Galaxy S9/ S20 / S21 Ultra/ Note 8/ Note 20 (4G)/ Note 20 Ultra (4G)

  • Tier 6 at £279
    Galaxy S9+/ Galaxy S10/ S20 Ultra/ Note 9/ Note 10 (4G)
  • Tier 7 at £299
    Galaxy S10 (5G)/ Galaxy S10+/ Galaxy S10+ (Ceramic) / S20+/ Note 10+ (4G)/ Note 10+ (5G)

  • Tier 8 at £359
    Note 20 (5G)/ Note 20 Ultra (5G)/ Galazy Z Flip 3 5G (2021)

  • Tier 9 at £559
    Galaxy Z Flip 5G (2020)/ Galaxy Fold 3 (2021)

  • Tier 10 at £599
    Galazy Z Flip (2020)/ Galaxy Fold 2 (2020)

  • Tier 11 at £649
    Galaxy Fold (2019)

BEFORE YOU BUY

Replacement screen service applicable to Samsung smartphones which may or may not have not been bought from John Lewis & Partners.
 

Service duration can be 7-10 days, including transport of device to and from the approved repair servicer. Our Technical Support Team will contact you when the goods have been received back in the branch. To reduce the time taken, when the service is completed the device can be sent directly to you.


We’ll handle your data securely, we won’t hold on to your data any longer than necessary, and only ask for information needed as detailed in this service. For more details please see our Privacy Notice.

Data cleanse
Data Cleanse

WHAT WE’LL DO

  • Discuss and confirm with the engineer which files need to be removed
  • Removal of all applications and files that have been specified
  • Provision of service documentation to record removal of agreed files
  • Re-partition of hard drive, if required
  • Reinstallation of operating system, software or programs, if necessary
  • Advice on best practice to maintain a healthy PC

PRICE £89

BEFORE YOU BUY

To complete the process as efficiently as possible, please have the following correct/current log in details with you:

  • Username and password for the log in user account

Ahead of the scheduled Health Check Service, please ensure:

  • Home WiFi is up and running
  • The area is clear from obstructions for the engineer to access your desktop or laptop

Service duration can be up to 1 hour, depending on software updates and provision of correct passwords required.

We’ll handle your data securely, we won’t hold on to your data any longer than necessary, and only ask for information needed as detailed in this service. For more details please see our Privacy Notice

Laptops

TECHNICAL SUPPORT LINE

For any aftersales queries on a home appliance or technology product, call 03301 230 106. 8am-9pm weekdays, 8am-8pm Saturdays and 10am- 6pm Sundays.

Call charges vary according to service provider.

Please have your model number available to help direct your query.