This page sets out the repairs, upgrades and data recovery we carry out on the ASUS ZenBook UX510, with notes on what tends to go wrong and what can and cannot be upgraded. The ASUS ZenBook UX510 is a 2017 laptop with a 15.6-inch screen. Both the drive and, on most configurations, the memory can be upgraded, which makes it a good candidate for a refresh.
- Model number
- UX510
- Released
- 2017
- Type
- Laptop
- Screen
- 15.6-inch
- Storage
- M.2 SSD, replaceable
- Memory
- Part soldered, one slot on most configurations
What we repair on the ASUS ZenBook UX510
Screen replacement
Cracked, flickering or lined 15.6-inch screens are replaced with a matching panel. Where the picture comes and goes as the lid moves, we check the display cable and hinges first.
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Charging port and power repair
We replace worn charging sockets and repair USB-C ports and charging circuits at component level. The adapter is tested first, because it is the cheapest thing to be wrong.
SSD and storage upgrade
The ASUS ZenBook UX510 takes an M.2 SSD. We clone the existing drive to a larger one so Windows, programs and files carry over unchanged.
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Memory upgrade
On most configurations of the ASUS ZenBook UX510, part of the memory is soldered and there is one free slot, so it can be increased but not replaced entirely.
Windows repair and reinstall
Windows 11 support depends on the processor: versions with an 8th-generation Intel Core or Ryzen 2000-series chip or newer qualify, and earlier ones do not. We check yours and advise.
Battery replacement
The battery is internal and held by screws. We fit a new one, then calibrate and test it under load. A battery of this age that swells should be replaced before it damages the trackpad or casing.
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We also carry out keyboard and trackpad repair, motherboard repair, liquid damage repair, overheating and fan repair, hinge and casing repair, virus removal on the ASUS ZenBook UX510, along with USB, HDMI and audio port repair, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth card replacement, webcam and speaker faults, BIOS password removal with proof of ownership and data transfer to a new machine.
Known issues with the ZenBook range
- OLED panels are replaced like-for-like; they are sensitive to pressure, so lid and hinge damage often takes the screen with it.
- USB-C charging faults are a common board repair on recent generations.
- ZenBook memory is soldered on most models, and the keyboard is part of the top case.
Data recovery from the ASUS ZenBook UX510
The SSD in the ASUS ZenBook UX510 can be removed and imaged on our own equipment, so files can usually be recovered even when the machine will not start.
Estimate the cost with our data recovery calculator, or read about recovering files after a ransomware attack.
Where the ASUS ZenBook UX510 sits in the range
Its nearest relatives in the ASUS ZenBook range are the older ASUS ZenBook Pro UX501 (2015) and the newer ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 UX550 (2018). Memory differs: part soldered, one slot on most configurations on the ASUS ZenBook UX510, soldered on the ASUS ZenBook Pro UX501.
Questions
Can the SSD or memory in the ASUS ZenBook UX510 be upgraded?
The SSD can be replaced with a larger M.2 drive. Part of the memory is soldered, with one slot free on most configurations.
My ASUS ZenBook UX510 will not turn on. Is my data lost?
Usually not. The drive is separate from the fault in most cases, and we can remove it and copy your files even if the machine itself is not worth repairing.
Is a 2017 ASUS ZenBook UX510 still worth repairing?
It depends on the fault. A battery, SSD or charging socket is usually worth doing. A major board repair on an older machine may cost more than the machine is worth, and if that is the case we will say so.
Where do I find the model number on my laptop?
The base label shows the model code, for example UX425EA. The first part is the family and the letters after it are the variant. For this model, look for UX510.