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    M17xR2 ssd to M17xR3 3D

    Discussion in 'Alienware 17 and M17x' started by CATALANOpunch, Jun 17, 2011.

  1. CATALANOpunch

    CATALANOpunch Notebook Consultant

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    So I will be transferring a Samsung SSD that came with an M17xR2 to an R3 3D.

    I've looked at the various guides about intsalling a new one, but since this drive already has the alien sense installed as well as other programs I want on the drive is it easier to just download/remove required drivers? Or should I wipe the whole thing and reinstall everything?


    It's not a big deal either way, just wondering what would be easier?


    Thanks in advance for the replies and help.
     
    CATALANOpunch, Jun 17, 2011
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  2. CATALANOpunch

    CATALANOpunch Notebook Consultant

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    I guess the better question is will I run into problems if I just attempt to get the proper drivers without doing a full wipe?
     
    CATALANOpunch, Jun 17, 2011
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  3. EviLCorsaiR

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    You would probably be best doing a full wipe.
     
    EviLCorsaiR, Jun 17, 2011
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    i 2nd that, best to do a clean install.
     
    inap, Jun 17, 2011
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  5. CATALANOpunch

    CATALANOpunch Notebook Consultant

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    Thank you both for the responses, I appreciate the insight. :)
     
    CATALANOpunch, Jun 17, 2011
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