I was helping another tech that was working on a Server in San Antonio. He was having a lot of trouble trying to get a Server using 2008 Standard R2 to backup to an external hard drive. At first we thought there was an issue with the drive so he took it back. Then, after installing the new 3TB drive we had the same issue. After doing some research we found that The limit Server 2008 R2 can backup to, or “see” is 1.5TB. So, if you are trying to get a server to backup and it keeps erroring out make sure that your hard drive is no larger than 1.5TB.

There have been quite a few systems we have seen lately with various forms of Malware. Malware on your computer can be much more than just an annoyance. We have seen quite a few cases where just one malware infection has “opened the door” to many other infections, including password stealing programs, credit card stealing programs and the like. This is where the real problem begins. Once a program like this gets hold of your system, it can record your personal information on an internet server for anyone to grab. Not only that, but studies on how some of these programs operate, show that once infected, your computer can become a target for future attacks from other malware programs or even hackers! Keeping your system clean is vital to your own personal security. Let the experts at Frankenstein Computers and Networking help to insure that your system stays clean and Malware free!

Are you having trouble with your computer? Simply restarting your system can fix about 80% of the common problems with PCs. Restarting your system lets the computer clear out all the built up useless information it has stored. It also allows all of your programs including Windows to start up normally. If you have other problems or questions, call us here at Frankenstein Computers and we will be glad to help you.

If you haven’t already heard, Frankenstein Computers has moved to a FANTASTIC new location in North Austin on Lamar Boulevard! But the most important part is how this impacts you, the customer. The biggest is our massive increase in bench space. The amount of systems Frankenstein Computers can work on at a time has easily tripled! This means we can get your computer back to you even faster, especially during busy times. Now when you drop your computer off at Frankenstein Computers you can bet it will be up and on the bench with a technician working on it before you’re out of the parking lot. The faster we get your computer into diagnostics and repairs the faster we can get your system back to you. This also lets us get systems infected with viruses and malware back to you within only 24 hours of you dropping it off! And this applies to server repairs as well! When issues happen at a business you need repairs done quickly and efficiently. While we can always get a technician out to your office ASAP occasionally it can be bad enough that the server has to come back to the shop. And at Frankenstein Computers you can guarantee your server is getting immediate and constant attention, because when servers go down, they need to be fixed and back yesterday!

We have moved to a new location at 7702 N. Lamar Blvd., Austin, Texas 78752
We are enjoying our new location and now have even more tools to take care of any computer related issue that you might have. We have more bench space so we can get your computer back to you as soon as possible.
We are still the best virus removal team in town and can usually disinfect your system in about 24 hours. Stop by and see us!

We are moving from our current location to 7702 N. Lamar Blvd. Austin, TX 78752!! We will be the same team and the same great experience; we will just be in a bigger location that can help service you, our customers, better! We will be right on the corner of Lamar and 183! We are very excited about this move and hope that our customers feel the same.

See you at our new location!!

Many people get surprised when they realize that their system is infected with viruses. Often times they aren’t sure on what to do once they realize they are infected. So, how can you know? Well the most common way to know that you are infected is when you get a pop up that says you’ve been infected with malware, please click here and we will remove it for you. That pop up is actually the virus and by clicking to “remove” you are actually opening the door wide open for more viruses to come in. So, how can I help it from happening? The best way to keep from getting infected with viruses is anti-virus software, but keep in mind there are different levels of software and some work better than others. At Frankenstein, we recommend using Norton’s Anti-virus software. We administer hundreds of computers with our business clients and have Norton’s Anti-virus on all of them. Only very occasionally do any of our “protected” computers get a virus. Here at Frankenstein Computers in North Austin we get on average at least 5 systems infected with malware a day. So if you think you have a virus or have questions about anti-virus software, give us a call and we will be glad to help. We charge a flat rate for virus removal of $90+tax and turn most virus removals around in 24 hours. Feel free to give us a call today, 512.419.9777!

If you are looking for a place to get your computer repaired in Austin, Frankenstein Computer and Networking is the place to go!
Coming from the Northeast where you could sneeze and hit a computer company, I wanted to find a computer company here in Austin that gave more personable service than those I left behind. I found it with Frankenstein Computers and Networking! Our courteous staff has helped MANY customers from Austin and the surrounding areas with ALL of their computer needs. From mid-size businesses to the home user, every customer receives our dedicated support in ALL aspects of their I.T. needs. So, if you’re looking for great service as well as great people to help you with your issues, give Frankenstein Computers and Networking a call!

There are many ways to disinfect and computer that has a virus. Some companies just wipe and reinstall your system which does remove the virus but it also removes all of your programs and all of your data. At Frankenstein Computers we have a (5) step process to remove viruses. Only about 10% of computers need to be wiped and reinstalled so we take the time to do it right and to make it the easiest for our customers. Our scans take about 24 hours so we can usually get your computer back to you in one day. Frankenstein Computers is in North Austin but we can also come out to your location. We take the FEAR out of Computing.

So far the latest predictions show that the new Operating System from Microsoft is not going to be that great for the average desktop user. The new OS is Microsoft’s first attempt at an operating system built for PCs and mobile devices. It will offer many of the same functions as Windows 7 as well as a few new ones for the mobile side. All in all, it’s not going to be that big of a deal for the average user. Few if any upgrades from Windows 7 are predicted.