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    Need a new HDD/SSD for G53SW-A1

    Discussion in 'ASUS Gaming Notebook Forum' started by WaffleBoy, Jul 27, 2013.

  1. WaffleBoy

    WaffleBoy Notebook Deity

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    Hey,

    My old hdd died, and I have to buy a new one of course.
    Any which hdd and ssd you recommend me?

    Thanks!
     
    WaffleBoy, Jul 27, 2013
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    I would stick with the Seagate ST975042AS it came with. You can get one from eBay for around $60 and it is the correct height unlike some of the larger drives.
     
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    Thanks.

    What about the SSD type?
     
    WaffleBoy, Jul 27, 2013
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    Don't you think I should go for a newer HDD?
    Someone knows any?
     
    WaffleBoy, Jul 31, 2013
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