On-site data backup setup throughout Arlington, including Clarendon, Ballston, Crystal City, Pentagon City, Rosslyn, and Shirlington.
Every data backup visit in Arlington ends with a plain-English explanation of what we found and fixed. Mount Vernon Computer Repair provides data backup in Arlington, VA for homes and small businesses. We also help Arlington customers with cloud backup and external drive backup.
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In a Clarendon condo or a Westover home office, there isn’t much room for a server closet, and there doesn’t need to be. We set up quiet, automatic cloud backups and a small external drive, so your work and photos are protected whether you’re home or on the Metro.
We make sure backups run on their own and don’t slow down your video calls.
“Daryl has been my go-to-guy for years. I have always found him to be very responsive and great at diagnosing problems. Recently, I had a hard drive failure on a Friday when I urgently needed my computer over the weekend. Daryl was able to get me up and running until he could install a new drive on Monday. A TRUE PROFESSIONAL! We are fortunate to have him in our neighborhood.”
Data backup in Arlington protects laptops that travel between home, coffee shops and coworking spaces. A lost or stolen laptop is much less stressful when everything on it is backed up automatically.
We set up cloud backup, Time Machine for Mac users and File History or a cloud service for Windows, then test restores. Content creators get backup plans sized for large video and audio projects.
Backups for large creative projects
Video and audio files fill drives fast. A fast external drive for active projects plus a cloud backup for finished work keeps everything safe without slowing you down. We can set up a routine that fits how you work.
What sets us apart
Cloud & Local Options
We configure cloud backups, external drives, or both – tailored to your needs and comfort level.
Fully Automated
Once set up, your backups run on a schedule without you needing to remember or do anything.
Verified & Tested
We set it up and confirm your files are actually recoverable before we leave.
What We Set Up
External hard drive backup configuration and scheduling
Cloud backup setup with OneDrive, Google Drive, or Dropbox
Automated backup schedules so protection happens without thinking
NAS (network-attached storage) setup for homes and offices
Backup verification – confirming your files are actually recoverable
Disaster recovery planning for small businesses
Backups You Can Count On
Once configured, your backups run automatically. We verify that files are recoverable and show you how to check on your backups yourself. That way your files have a safe copy if something happens to your computer.
What customers say
My teenager did not properly back up her laptop. So, when it totally crashed she lost access to her English final and all her junior year school files. In a panic we called Daryl on a Sat morning. He was able to retrieve all her files and make them available for use on either a PC or Mac. We have both and were not sure which computer would be used to finish up the school year. We had the all her files by 6pm that same Sat. You will not go wrong with Daryl. His prices are reasonable and we found him knowledgeable and honest. We will be using Daryl again for any future problems.Read full review
I found Mount Vernon Computer Repair in the mist of a crisis with my work laptop. I had accidentally caused water damage and was panicked that I’d not only destroyed my laptop but lost all my important files. Working with Daryl was great. He called me back promptly, examined and diagnosed my computer all in the same day. He runs a very honest business and explained that the damage was so extensive it would be more affordable to replace the laptop. Luckily my data could be saved which was a relief. I work for a non profit that assists our wounded service members and we work tirelessly to ensure 94 cents of every dollar goes to our mission. Though his price was very fair, my organization had decided that it was in our best interest to wait on purchasing any data recovery services. When I explained the situation to Daryl he researched our organization and decided to donate his time and services to save my files. I was speechless at his generosity. He single-handedly recovered all my files and allowed me to continue working without missing a beat. I had all my files back within less than 24 hours!! Daryl is very knowledgeable, professional, a pleasure to work with and a great guy. I really cannot thank him enough for his donation and generosity. I am so glad I called Mount Vernon Computer Repair! Daryl saved the day and I would absolutely recommend him to anyone needing help with computer set up and/or repairs. Thank you Daryl!!Read full review
Once again, Daryl saved the day and fixed my computer! I have used his services for more than 10 years. He’s very knowledgeable, professional, with reasonable prices.Read full review
Questions from Arlington neighbors
I work from a laptop all over Arlington. How should I back up?
Cloud backup is ideal for a laptop that travels, because it works anywhere you have internet. We’ll pair it with an at-home drive for fast restores.
Is cloud backup or an external drive better?
Both have strengths. An external drive is fast to restore from, while cloud backup protects you from fire, theft, or a stolen laptop. Many families use both, and we can set that up.
How do I know my backup is actually working?
We test a restore before we leave and show you where to look so you can check it yourself any time.
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