Experienced IT Services You Can Trust
Serving the D/FW Metroplex for 30+ Years
What We Do . . .
Hardware Repair & Upgrades
The day-to-day activities of businesses depend largely on computers, so when they slow down or stop altogether, productivity takes a serious hit. That’s when Star Tech Solutions comes to the rescue. We provide a wide range of expert desktop/laptop repair services, including hardware and software repair, performance and storage upgrades, and casing repair/replacement, all at affordable prices!
With so many years of experience under our belt, Star Tech Solutions is positioned as your complete computer repair provider in the D/FW Metroplex — there’s literally nothing we can’t fix:
- The blue screen of death
- Slow or no internet
- RAM repair/upgrade
- Graphics card repair/upgrade
- HDD and SSD repair/upgrade
- Damaged motherboard
- Damaged casing or wiring
- Basically anything else
Virus & Spyware Removal
Nothing can disable a computer quicker than a virus or spyware, and it can come without you even realizing it. An employee clicks a link or makes what they think is a harmless download, and next thing you know, their computer becomes inundated with pop-up ads, or they find themselves redirected to another site.
Those are just the minimal effects of spyware. More severe malware attacks can result in a compromise of personal information – for example, bank accounts, credit cards, or social security numbers. Or even worse, it could cause your OS to crash. In any event, you could end up having to spend hundreds, if not thousands, to get your life back in order.
Those are all worst-case scenarios, but still, things to consider. Star Tech Solutions will remove any viruses or malware infesting your systems, and can help you keep your office computer(s) safe from any future attacks. We can come to your office and help set up anti-virus software that acts as a barrier to any outside attacks. We can also offer various tips that can help you keep your organization from becoming a victim of malicious attacks or scams.
Backup/Disaster Recovery Plans
- Would your business survive if disaster struck today?
- Do you have the capabilities to recover downed systems?
- Did you know 65 percent of companies could not stay in business if they had to be closed a week or longer?
These days, disaster comes in all shapes and sizes, from natural disasters to cyberattacks. Unfortunately, these events are often impossible to predict.
In a study conducted by Symantec, 60 percent of all cyberattacks in 2014 were targeted at small businesses. That same study showed that one in two small businesses – those with 250 employees or less – were targeted for attacks.
It’s time to get proactive and invest in planning for disasters. Because the last thing we want to happen is for you to spend an extraordinary amount of money on something that could have been prevented for much less.
What can Star Tech Solutions do for you?
We can create a custom backup solution tailored to your specific company’s needs with both local and cloud (off-site) backup plans available.
Whether it is an off-site or on-site backup solution you want, we have the means to offer secure disaster recovery options – no matter the location.
From backups to disaster planning, we will ensure your systems are prepared to handle any emergency.
Network Design / Wireless Network Setup
LAN, WAN, WiFi, and more — Star Tech Solutions makes it simple for your business to get the infrastructure it needs. Whether implementing a new network, upgrading an existing one or simply adding an application, we can provide you with help in designing and implementing your network and to help your business operate more efficiently.
Computer networks and infrastructures are at the core of modern communication. Great structures don’t start at the foundation, they begin with a well-thought-out set of blueprints. No matter how great your software and equipment is that you use to build your IT Infrastructure, it only works well if you plan it right.
From switches and routers to workstations and servers, Star Tech Solutions can guide you through the technology jungle to a sophisticated, scalable, and secure networking architecture. We work with you to design your network infrastructure from the ground up, creating a blueprint that works for the specific needs of your company.
Star Tech Solutions can provide your business with a customized, thorough network infrastructure designed to grow with your company over time. The most critical step in any network deployment or upgrade is the planning and design phase. We have the expertise and experience to help plan and design the essential foundation for your future network build. We can help you build a reliable, cost-effective, and future-proof network to meet any need.
Remote Support
Small business tech support used to happen onsite no matter what.
But with the advent of remote IT support, the need for 24/7-onsite support has diminished. Star Tech Solutions can resolve many of your IT issues using remote access tools.
What Are Remote IT Support Services?
The phrase, remote IT services, refers to a system that allows us to connect with and use a specific computer or network from a remote location. That way, you won’t have to wait until we can physically come out to the office when you experience a problem. We can address your concern remotely using remote access software.
Using these tools, Star Tech Solutions can:
- Access a specific desktop, laptop, or server
- Manage files on the computer or server
- Update server software
- Run diagnostic and maintenance programs
- Train end-users on new software and protocols
This list covers only a few of the many ways remote IT support can benefit your business. Thousands of businesses, worldwide, use and rely on remote access software and services as a primary part of their IT structure. From small family-owned operations to huge multinational corporations to educational institutions, remote access software has become integral to daily IT functioning.
Benefits of Remote Technology Support Services
Using remote technology support services offers numerous advantages, but the three primary benefits are:
FLEXIBILITY – Remote access technology allows flexibility when you need IT support. If you feel you need to meet with us face-to-face, you certainly can, but with remote IT services, you can also opt to get some guidance right away through remote access.
DECREASED COSTS – Since we can address certain problems off-site, it eliminates the need to have an in-person visit for addressing every little issue that may occur. This reduces downtime and the increased costs of having someone drive out to your office. That can add up to substantial savings.
Visual Studio Software Developer
Custom Software and Applications Developed for your Business
Every organization has unique business system requirements. When they can’t be met by commercially available software, Star Tech Solutions can develop a custom software application specifically for your business.
We can provide complete, comprehensive custom programming. Our application development services can streamline single or multiple tasks, and increase your overall productivity.
Whether it is enhancing an existing application with our software customization services or developing an enterprise-level application from the ground up, we are up for the challenge. Specific business solutions are frequently addressed in areas such as customer information management, processing and procurement, energy management, manufacturing, accounting, enterprise resource planning and more.
Our Software Development Process
Design
We gather information about the overall objectives of the new system. Along with your team members, we define the system’s functionality, navigational flow, and overall look and feel.
Develop
We turn business-level objectives into development blueprints. Every software development project is broken down into milestones that include: technical definition, programming, and unit testing.
Test
Star Tech Solutions’ custom programming methodology includes rigorous testing at key milestones. Quality assurance is not something that should be tacked onto the end of a project; we, along with members of your team, will preview and test the custom application as it is developed.
Implement
The roll-out of a new system requires planning and thoughtful execution. As part of our project planning, we consider the needs for technical deployment, training and documentation. We are well-versed in all areas of implementation support.
Support
Our role as a custom application development partner continues as your business absorbs new software. We offer support and we can provide additional programming on an as-needed basis. Regardless of the approach to future enhancements, Star Tech Solutions is here.
3+ Decades of Experience
We work with a variety of platforms and tools and have extensive Microsoft development experience.
We can deliver your project on time and to-spec. With our experience and expertise, Star Tech Solutions can create and complete entire software projects from scratch – or simply add brainpower to existing development.
Additionally, we offer training for your staff while we complete your project. You don’t have to depend on outside expertise – quite the opposite – we are glad to help your staff gain skills with our applications and custom software projects.
We provide custom programming services to business customers throughout the Dallas/Ft. Worth metroplex. Contact us today to discuss your custom development needs.
System Setup / Installation / Updates
Your computer system is an important investment, a major business asset, and a primary component of your entire business system.
However, many users only experience with their computers is having gone to a “big box store/manufacture”, purchasing a computer, plugging it in and start using it. The old saying “We don’t know what we don’t know” couldn’t apply more. Allowing us to spend 2 or 3 hours upfront will save you an enormous amount of time during the life of your PC. This allows you to get the most out of your computer system and to minimize the time spent on everyday computer tasks. There are a variety of utility programs that can be installed to help speed the process of getting tasks done quicker and easier.
We take systems straight out of the box (or custom-built) and perform a variety of tasks to make your computer experience trouble-free such as . . .
- Installing, setting up and bringing Windows up-to-date.
- Downloading and installing typical utilities required by almost all users (PDF Readers, Alternative Browsers, Antivirus software, etc.)
- Downloading and installing all necessary applications required for your office. This includes Microsoft Office and any vertical market/industry-specific programs needed by your organization.
- Removing all bloatware (the extra junk) and customizing your settings.
- Configuring custom email server settings for Outlook or Exchange Server.
- Data transfer from old or existing PC if applicable.
- Connect it to your network (wired or wireless) and update all drivers and operating system.
- Show you exactly what we did and how to use your new machine. We will also show you some do’s and don’ts.
If your needs require a computer system that off-the-shelf hardware can’t satisfy we can build a custom computer system for you that will perform the services that meet your requirements. We can save you money and time developing precisely what you need so you don’t over-spend and purchase computer power will never use or computers that are hopelessly underpowered. Our pricing is quite affordable and you simply will not beet the service when compared to online shopping or the big box stores. We are experts at supplying desktop computer systems for business use. Call us so we can help you with your new computer system.
WordPress Blog/Website Setup
Website creation used to be handled by designers with individuals left to the mercy of the programmers and coders. WordPress has changed all of that. Once WordPress is installed and set up correctly, most users can be taught how to make simple changes on their own. We provide WordPress installation and set up support. Get a WordPress website installed and set up on your hosting service or ours.
Here are just some of the services we can offer …
- Domain Name Registration
- WordPress Website Installation
- Theme Installation
- Demo Content Installation
- Installation of Theme Plugins
- Installing WordPress in the right directory
- Setting your WordPress homepage
- Setup a WordPress blog
- Setup SSL with WordPress (https://)
- Fully securing your WordPress installation (IMPORTANT!!)
- Setup automatic WordPress code and database backups (IMPORTANT!)
- Optimize WordPress for speed (IMPORTANT!)
Why Pay For WordPress Installation Services?
Whether you are a small company or an individual blogger, web presence is critical and you need a professionally set up website to deter hackers from breaching the security of your WordPress Site. We provide professional WordPress installation services for every user including specialized WordPress installation, theme set up, plugins installation and optimization, blog setup services, and general tweaking your website for efficiency and high conversion rates.
There are hundreds, probably thousands of tutorials on the Internet to walk you through a new installation WordPress setup. Basic WordPress setup is not hard, but some people do not want to take the time to learn how to do it properly.
There is a right and wrong way. “One-click installations” will install it quickly, but as far as properly configuring for security, “one-click” does not address it. Hire an experienced WordPress developer to get your site configured properly.
How Long Does WordPress and Theme Installation Take?
Once a domain is registered WordPress installation can take as little as 1 hour but typically can be done in 24 to 48 hours.
Upgrades / Data Migration / HDD to SSD Transfer
Adding or upgrading an SSD (Solid State Drive) is, along with adding memory, the most popular upgrade to help speed up a PC. SSDs are changing rapidly, and prices are dropping so there is really no excuse for not having an SSD as your primary OS drive. In most instances, it will be your only drive. For large data storage requirements, you can mix an SSD and HDD to give you the best of both worlds … speedy access to your programs and massive amounts of cheap storage.
Is your computer performing slower than you like, or are you looking for a way to boost performance? If your computer is more than a couple of years old, replacing the hard drive with a solid-state drive (SSD) is one of the most cost-effective changes you can make. It will completely change your computing experience.
What Is an SSD?
Historically, most computers have used spinning hard disk drives for permanent data storage. Conceptually, hard drives work a bit like old-fashioned record players. They contain spinning platters. A part called the actuator moves a tiny arm that floats a minuscule distance above the surface of the disk platters. The read/write head on that arm magnetically reads and writes binary data concentrically on the disk.
HDD internals
HDD (Hard Disk Drive – Mechanical) disks spin at high rates of speed (thousands of revolutions per minute), so there are a lot of moving parts inside a hard disk drive. They’re built to last, but they do eventually wear down and wear out. Hard drives can also be noisy and use a fair amount of power — reasons to consider switching to an SSD especially if you’re a laptop user. Spinning hard drives are also more delicate and prone to failure if they’re dropped too hard.
By comparison, SSDs contain a form of non-volatile computer memory. In other words, the information stays put on memory chips once it’s been written. That’s different than the regular RAM in your computer, which is reset when you turn off or restart the computer. Compared to HDDs, SSDs are more shock resistant and are not affected by magnetic fields.
Why Upgrade to an SSD?
The biggest difference is the performance between HDD’s and SSD’s. Replacing a hard drive with an SSD is one of the best things you can do to dramatically improve the performance of your older computer.
Without any moving parts, SSDs operate more quietly, more efficiently, and with fewer parts to break than hard drives that have spinning platters. Read and write speeds for SSDs are much better than hard drives.
For you that means less time waiting for stuff to happen. An SSD is worth looking into if you’re frequently seeing a spinning wheel cursor on your computer screen. Modern operating systems increasingly depend on virtual memory management, which pages out temporary swap files to disk. The faster your drive, the less performance impact you’ll experience from this overhead.
If you have just one drive on your laptop or desktop, you could replace an HDD or small SSD with a one terabyte SSD. If you’re a computer user with a great deal of data, replacing just the drive that holds your operating system and applications could provide a significant speed boost. Put your working data on additional internal or external hard drives, and you’re ready to tackle a mountain of photos, videos, or supersized databases. Just be sure to implement a backup plan to make sure you keep a copy of that data safe on additional local drives, network-attached drives, or the cloud.
How Do We Upgrade You To An SSD?
The biggest issue with upgrading from a traditional HDD to a SSD is getting the data off of the OLD HDD and on to the NEW SSD. Generally, if we come to your office we will take the system that needs upgrading back to our office and do the upgrade there. That gives us time to do a full backup of your system before we ever touch a thing inside the system. Then we clone your existing HDD onto the new SSD with specialized software made just for this purpose. We then swap the two drives and you’re now running on the new SSD with all your existing programs and data still intact.
If during the upgrade to a SSD you would like us to do a clean install, and reinstall Windows and all of your existing software we will be happy to do this for you also.
Data Conversion
If you are looking to outsource data conversion, please give us a call for all of your needs related to data conversion.
Our Data Conversion Services
We provide a wide range of file format conversions and data digitization services. Here’s a brief list of our data conversion capabilities:
- PDF Conversion Services
- Word Formatting Services
- Book Conversion Services
- Document Digitizing Services
- Document Conversion Services
- File Format Conversion Services
We can help you to successfully meet the following data conversion objectives:
- Aggregating and organizing your data
- Digitizing your data and documents
- Preventing data loss and storing data in the most usable formats
- Getting rid of unnecessary data
- Reusing data as per requirements
PDF Forms & Web Based Forms Creation
Your forms on your server
We can create web-based forms/questionnaires run and hosted from your website or hosted for you on our website.
So, why is that important?
Because successful website owners like to OWN the assets we build!
No recurring fee
We generate your forms/questionnaires for you, to host it on your website. There is no recurring fee.
No limits.
Once your form is up on your website there is never anything stopping your user from submitting the form. Your forms never ‘expire’. We can make any number of forms. Get any number of submissions.
You get your forms exactly the way you want, single-page, multi-page, responsive (mobile device compatible). We can design them compact or loose, complex or simple, with a background image or plain.
Clients Love Our Fast Turnaround Time
If you’ve hand-coded forms before, you’ll know that what should be a thirty-minute job often ends up taking days. Getting form elements positioned just right is difficult, especially with the trial and error of a text editor.
Now you can relax, lean back and smile. Let us solve ALL those problems for you.
We haven’t even touched on hosting issues but now you can relax even more because all you, or your client, need is PHP installed. Effectively that means that yes, it works on just about any hosting.
Of course, a major part of the problem comes down to the quirks of certain browsers. We’ve got you covered there too!
‘Web-Safe’ HTML – Great in any browser!
Your forms work great in any browser!
Our forms generate valid code in Plain HTML, along with the natively supported CSS and JavaScript, which work in all browsers, such as Internet Explorer, Firefox, Chrome, etc.
All this means you don’t need ‘Add-Ins’, ‘Plug-Ins’ or ‘Flash’; your form just works almost on any device with a browser!
Forms that work in any device!
Forms in any device: iPhone, iPad, Android phone…
We build the form once and upload it to your website (or host in for you). Any device with a browser can handle the forms that we create.
Fights SPAM – so you don’t have to!
Built-in anti-spam features
Badly created forms not only look bland, awful or out of place on your site, but they’re also spam magnets.
First spammers spam via your form, then automated “bots” find your email address in the form’s code, sending you MORE spam. They even send you spam from your own email address!
It can get much worse …
Poorly-designed back-end scripts can be hacked, sending millions of spam emails, from YOUR hosting account and bandwidth!
We produce a reliable script that does NOT reveal your email address in the page’s code or let others use your code to send spam. Rock-solid defense mechanisms keep you safe.
Escape from CAPTCHA hell
Your form can now be secured against spam even without CAPTCHA.
CAPTCHA codes are ugly, and your users hate them! With our forms, you don’t have to trouble your users any more with an obscure code to decipher, because our forms can detect spam BETTER than any CAPTCHA system!
Input Validations? Yes
Many validation options features
Validations are essential for any web form.
Going beyond merely ‘required’ field validations, We can ensure your visitor’s input is of the type or format you require.
For example, it can make sure they’ve clicked “I agree”, or a box input is a number below 999 or date is in a particular range.
You can even have the validation triggered ONLY on certain conditions!
Yes, ALL the possible validations you’d expect from a top programmer, in just a few mouse clicks, and in different styles too!
Personalized Emails
Send an immediate, personalized response to your prospective client. We can customize incoming email any way you want
Conditional Sections
We can conditionally Show/Hide parts of the form. A huge form to fill up is a turn-off for your visitors, so make their life easy! You can show/hide sections of the form based on the user’s earlier selections.
We can build huge and powerful forms
Freight Calculation Forms, complicated Tax computation forms, Estimations and Insurance forms, New Client Questionaire, Multi-Page Financial Planning Form, etc.
Multi-page forms
- Conditionally showing only certain pages
- Robust calculation fields
- Conditional sections
- Dynamic Lists
- Cascaded Lists (lists that load based on another list)
- Enhanced Date Picker
- Calculation Fields
- Real-time online calculations
File Uploads
- Advanced File Upload box
- Drag & Drop support
- Dynamic Upload Progress Bar
- Preview of Uploaded Images
- Any Number of Uploads
File uploads are one of the most complicated parts of Web forms. We make it simple for you!
Seamless Integration with Your Website
Integrating forms with your existing website is simple. Just copy & paste the HTML code to your page.
Easy integration with . . .
- Any Plain HTML Website
- WordPress
- Joomla
- Drupal
ANY Online-Store System that Allows HTML Code
and More!
Data Cabling Installation
Structured Cabling – Voice | Data | Network
We provide full-service cabling & wiring solutions for new construction as well as existing spaces. From phone lines to data & network cabling, we can handle all of your low voltage wiring needs.
Star Tech Solutions helps you choose the best cabling options for your business and installing them correctly are important considerations for us when setting up a high-performance business environment.
We are experienced in helping you find the best solutions for your computer networks, data centers, VOIP phone systems, and telecommunications.
So whether you’re looking to install a Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6a, we have the experience to build a world-class communications infrastructure for your business.
Data and Network Wiring – Installation | Upgrades | Repairs
Your business depends on your data & network working flawlessly. So when it comes to your network cabling and configuration, qualified and experienced hands are a must.
We have years of experience helping businesses with a wide range of networking needs. From server and data cabling to computer and office equipment wiring, we’ll make sure your systems are designed and installed for optimum performance and reliability.
So whether it’s a full network system for a new construction project or an upgrade to an existing office, we can handle all your data wiring and cabling needs at a very reasonable rate.
Voice and Telecom Wiring – Installation | Testing | Repair
Whether you need new phone lines installed for your business or technical support for existing phone wiring, we can help you with all your telephone wiring needs or diagnose and qualify existing phone wiring.
When it comes to complete or partial phone installations, our expert technicians are professional and knowledgeable and will get you wired up correctly from the start.
If you need to upgrade or troubleshoot your existing phone lines, we have the latest testing equipment to help you get the most out of your telephone system.
In today’s interconnected world of business email, Voice over IP Phones, cloud computing and streaming services, it’s critical that your wireless and high-speed data networks are operating at peak performance levels.
Star Tech Solutions provides structured network cabling design and installation services to corporate clients throughout the D/FW metroplex. Whether your office needs a new data center, structured cabling or a new workstation, we will be happy to take care of your needs.
Our Data Cabling Services Include
- Horizontal Structured Cabling
- Riser cabling
- Data Center Design
- Cross Connect Wiring
- Voice over IP
- Network Cabling
- Voice / Data Network Installation
- Cat5, Cat5e, Cat6, and Cat 6a Wiring
- WiFi Network Installations
- Wireless Access Point Installation
Free Site Surveys
Do you have questions about your network or cabling installation? We can provide free site surveys and no-obligation bids for your upcoming project, upgrade or repair.
Current Industries Served
- Medical Offices
- Dental Offices
- Pre-Construction
- General Contractors
- Local Colleges
- Real Estate
- Independent School Districts
- Accounting Firms
- Manufacturing
- Insurance Firms
- Law Firms
- Office Build-Outs
Excel Spreadsheet Design
While almost everyone can use a spreadsheet not everyone is proficient at designing them.
Simplify Your Life with a Custom Spreadsheet
Our spreadsheets will help you work faster and smarter, simplifying workflows and maximizing efficiency!
Some of our common business applications include takeoff sheets, quote builders, mileage logs, inventory trackers, stock trading and a variety of finance spreadsheets.
Personal spreadsheet applications include budgeting, retirement savings and list-based sheets for recipes, groceries and more!
In addition to these more common applications, we are always eager to tackle new and unusual projects. Excel is a flexible and powerful program for creating user-friendly tools that anyone can use. Many processes can be transformed from manual, time-consuming work to an automated program capable of tracking and reporting data seamlessly.
We can import data from almost any source to get your new spreadsheet working for you quickly.
SERVICES OFFERED
- Template Customization
- Custom Excel Templates
Have a problem that you know can be solved in Excel, but don’t have the time or the experience to create it yourself? Let us build a custom Excel solution for you.
Adding Automated Features with VBA
The possibilities are endless. If you need something to be automated in an Excel spreadsheet, we’re confident we can do it for you.
Fixing VBA Bugs
Do you have an Excel document with VBA that used to work and now it doesn’t? Or a spreadsheet that’s full of code but just doesn’t function properly? Let us fix your bugs and streamline your code in the process.
Correcting Formulas and Functions
Perhaps your spreadsheet is full of gigantic formulas that got so convoluted that no one can understand them anymore. Or maybe your company’s Excel expert is no longer there, and you need to replicate some of the formulas that he/she entered. We’re an expert in all types of Excel formulas and functions.
Cleaning up Formatting
We all like pretty spreadsheets. We’ll make your spreadsheet cleaner, easier to read, and just nicer to look at. We can fix borders, add shading, change colors, adjust print layouts, you name it.
Excel Training and Consulting
We can explain functions, teach you shortcuts, show you how to create macros, etc. We can do this face-to-face or remotely.
Professional IT Services & Technology Consulting
When it comes to selecting an IT support person, nothing else should be more important to you than EXPERIENCE.
With 3+ decades of experience in the technology field … from programming … to owning a software company that was part of the Dallas 100 … to helping small businesses with their networking and management issues … we’re here to help clients all over the D/FW Metroplex handle their IT needs, both small and mid-size businesses.
We Create Fully Connected Systems So You Can Focus On Your Business
You never want to hear your IT person say …
“It’s a software problem” or “It’s a hardware problem“
… and pointing the finger at someone else.
Clients don’t want to hear that!
They just want the problem solved and they want it solved YESTERDAY. Since we started out on the engineering side of the business, we have the luxury of knowing computers from the inside out.
Many times we are the “Go-To” company that gets called when everyone else has failed. With the experience we have, we’ve probably already solved your problem more than once. While clients can always find new ways to challenge our technical ability, there aren’t too many issues that I can’t solve when it comes to computers.