xCollette :
I have just upgraded from an NVidia GTX 520 to the GTX 970 SC ACX 2.0, I have the graphics card, but I'm not sure whether I should install it myself (no experience) or have Geek Squad install it for me. I have heard speculations of price rip-off's from them and I'm not sure what to do?
My guess is that they might charge you anywhere from $50-$100 to install; They do have a pricelist somewhere on their page but they may stretch it into install hardware $50 and install software $50, when in reality, installing the hardware should include installing the required 'software' (meaning drivers and acompaning software) for that device, and whatever is on the enclosed DVD. I know that part of the Geek Squad's job description involves sales and selling of upgrades and etc. I don't like that business model; I want to do an honest job and not be required to pad sales and services to keep my job, morally and ethically for myself, and my customers. I.E. I am not out to rip off anyone; time worked and services performed is my goal; I'm not out to get someone to buy another computer because it will cost them $200 to fix, so why not use that money to buy a new computer? Yes, that is true in some cases; generally expect to pay about $100 to get your computer fixed for each issue, but don't come in with 3 issues that are not related, just like a car. Then I will tell you that it is not worth it for you to fix it. and I'd probably help you find a good computer for what you want to spend, instead of paying me to fix your computer. Maybe I should get something out of that, like your computer, but that also sounds deceitful, but maybe fair, depending on the computer.