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    m17x r2 trying to fit another hdd

    Discussion in 'Alienware 17 and M17x' started by kcuk, Oct 4, 2010.

  1. kcuk

    kcuk Notebook Evangelist

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    hi all i just got another hdd for the laptop( well one lying around) my extrnal hdd gone has decided it needs reformatting before i can use it again so i need to take info of the hdd.

    so i was going to put the hdd in and the second hdd slot but has a different connection and the hard drive hasnt got same connections but old and new hdds fits into hdd0 in the laptop. do i need to buy some sort of connector or what... thought it would have come with the right fittings.

    thanks all :)

    p.s both hdds have same connection one is wd scorpio blue and other that came with laptop is scorpio black.
     
    kcuk, Oct 4, 2010
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  2. SpinalGT

    SpinalGT Notebook Consultant

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    Hello, I had the same problem as you when I bought my M17x, so I called Dell and asked them for the 2nd HDD installation kit, which they sent me for free. They wanted to charge 67$ but I manage to get it shipped next business day all for free.
     
    SpinalGT, Oct 4, 2010
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  3. anodize

    anodize Notebook Deity

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    I think that only applies in US.
     
    anodize, Oct 4, 2010
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  4. Greywolf22

    Greywolf22 Notebook Deity

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    essentially the second hdd kit will include the adapter, and 1 - 4 screws depending. Although you should have received it with your system (thought they had this resolved).
     
    Greywolf22, Oct 4, 2010
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