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    Should I upgrade/fix my old Lifebook?

    Discussion in 'Fujitsu' started by Moshe, Apr 13, 2010.

  1. Moshe

    Moshe Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hi folks,
    I've got a Lifebook E8020D (yeah, it's 5 years old), and last week I finally heard the click of death and Windows won't boot most of the time.

    Question is, it is worthwhile spending the 50 bucks for a new HDD or should I let it rest in peace? (I should probably replace the battery as well, if that's even possible at this point.)

    Any thoughts?
     
    Moshe, Apr 13, 2010
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    ZaZ Super Model Super Moderator

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    If it still meets your needs performance wise, then yes it's worth saving. Last time I checked, a new hard drive and battery is less than a new notebook.
     
    ZaZ, Apr 13, 2010
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  3. Moshe

    Moshe Notebook Enthusiast

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    Cool. Thanks.
     
    Moshe, Apr 13, 2010
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