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    SSD installation

    Discussion in 'Alienware 17 and M17x' started by bdkillaz, Oct 21, 2010.

  1. bdkillaz

    bdkillaz Notebook Consultant

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    Are there any guides on how to install a SSD into a M17x R1?
     
    bdkillaz, Oct 21, 2010
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    should be plug and play. install like a regular hard drive, then format and install windows.
     
    Mazdaspeed_6, Oct 21, 2010
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    reborn2003 THE CHIEF!

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    Yup and make sure to change the system BIOS settings accordingly. So like from RAID 0 or 1 if you have that enabled disable it and run AHCI mode for your SSD.

    Cheers. :)
     
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    Ok cool thanks guys
     
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    Installation isn't the issue, picking the right SSD and configuring your system are the trick.

    I'd suggest the drives with the following controllers:
    1: Sandforce (OCZ,Patriot,Adata,Corsair)
    2: Intel (Intel/Kingston)
    3: Indilinx (OCZ)

    Check this F100 Review

    Note: The controller chip varies by model, can't just go by manufacturer.

    Not all SSD drives are equal, be sure to stay away from drives that don't have good TRIM support and make sure you get one with good support.

    I have an OCZ and their SSD forums have been great. There are little things such as disk alignment and other tricks that will help you get the most out of your SSD drive. Also, I would plan on making sure to use the SSD only for O/S and applications. I'd suggest using a second drive for your heavy write operations to help prolong the life and performance of the SSD.

    There's also a great little thread about how to make sure your laptop isn't limiting the performance of the SSD. You can find it here intel series 5 chip SSD optimization

    Regards,

    Mike
     
    PanamaMike, Oct 21, 2010
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