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    Upgrading the HD on a S6231

    Discussion in 'Fujitsu' started by izibo, Feb 9, 2005.

  1. izibo

    izibo Notebook Enthusiast

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    Just wondering if any of you all have done it, and if so, how difficult is it?

    I have installed HD's in many a laptops (like a dell or toshiba where it is two screws and a tray) or a PowerBook where it is just hell.

    Just want to know what I am up against :)

    Thanks in advance!
     
    izibo, Feb 9, 2005
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  2. Brian

    Brian Working at 486 Speed NBR Reviewer

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    It's not hard. There are also several posts on this, you might try a forums search then post any specific questions you have.

    Editor in Chief http://www.bargainPDA.com and http://www.SPOTstop.com
     
    Brian, Feb 9, 2005
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  3. srdhkl

    srdhkl Notebook Evangelist NBR Reviewer

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    It is very easy...however keep in mind that the HD for this particular laptop is not considered "user upgradeable" and thus could potentially void your warranty. Completely retarded if you ask me, but this is directly from Fujitsu themselves. So, if you ever need to send your laptop in for repair, make sure to pop the old HD back in.

    Changing the HD simply involves unscrewing a cover, disconnecting a thin connector, putting the connector on the new HD, but the new HD back into the slot, and screwing the lid back on.
     
    srdhkl, Feb 9, 2005
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  4. voyagerxxx

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    As far as I know Fujitsu can say anything, this is against the law. They can say anything but by the law you can change the HD and wont avoid warranty.
     
    voyagerxxx, Feb 10, 2005
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  5. Brian

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    By law? What law is that? Fujitsu can make whatever rules they want on their warranty.

    Editor in Chief http://www.bargainPDA.com and http://www.SPOTstop.com
     
    Brian, Feb 10, 2005
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    No they cannot. Going to see if I find on line. There is a law about warranty in goods. And every company has to obey the law of course. [ ;)]
     
    voyagerxxx, Feb 10, 2005
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  7. Doleco

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    Just curious (well, not just curious since I would like to know), is there are difference in noise when comparing the onboard Fujitsu HD (4200rpm) and the 7K60? Heat?
     
    Doleco, Mar 1, 2005
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    I have not noticed any noise difference in mine. It does run warmer though.






    I know things, things that could get me killed


    Thinkpad T41:
    * 1.6Ghz Pentium M * 768Mb Memory * 40Gb Hitachi 7200RPM * Panasonic UJ-845-B DVD+RW *
     
    ZaZ, Mar 2, 2005
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  9. Brian

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    I don't notice a difference in my P7 either.

    Brian

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    Brian, Mar 2, 2005
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  10. srdhkl

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    I hear a few more clicks with my 7200 RPM drive, but not too loud really. Does get a bit warmer, but not by much.
     
    srdhkl, Mar 2, 2005
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    <blockquote id='quote'> quote:<hr height='1' noshade id='quote'>Originally posted by Brian
     
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    Clearday, Mar 3, 2005
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  12. mybs

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    Just to clarify this issue a little bit more, I believe it was mentioned that the 7K60 does not generate much more noise but a little bit more heat. Does it produce enough extra heat that it causes the system's fan to come on more often (esp. when the unit is plugged in and charging)?

    I like how the S6120 runs almost absolutely quiet with a standard 4200 hard drive, but I am contemplating an upgrade to a faster hd in a future system, so I wanted advice on which hd to get that would continue to perform as quietly as the 4200 has in my current system. Will the 5400 rpm drives be a better choice?

    Once again, thanks for the responses.
     
    mybs, Mar 16, 2005
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  13. one918

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    How is the battery life with the 7200 rather than the 4200, or 5400? Is there a cover on the bottom of the notebook to access the hard drive, or do you have to pull up the keyboeard to access it?

    One other quick question. I know there is a battery life meter on the lcd above the keyboard, which I understand is not backlit. Is there also a battery life indicator in the lower right near the running programs which Windows shows?
     
    one918, Mar 23, 2005
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    The decrease in battery life when switching to the 7200 is neglible, maybe a few minutes at most, compared to the increase in performance. One of the threads in here links to the article on Tomshardware.com that shows a roundup of notebook HDs. Yes there is a cover for the hard drive on the bottom of the computer, you don't not have to pry the keyboard up to swap it out. From what I understand it is a few screws and a relatively easy upgrade. There are a couple threads on here, one with pictures from an Asian site, explaining how to upgrade the HD. Windows XP will show a battery life indicator by the clock when operating on battery power.
     
    jesster444, Mar 24, 2005
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  15. qwester

    qwester Notebook Virtuoso

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    This is how it will look like

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    N6010: P4M 3.2G, 512MB Dual 333MHz, 60GB 7200RPM, ATI 9700M, 17" WXGA+
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  16. one918

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    Thanks Jesster....much appreciated!
     
    one918, Mar 24, 2005
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  17. SDM

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    I replaced the original drive with a Seagate 100G 5400 rpm Momentus. Its now on sale at Best Buy 199. plus a $20 rebate. I can't tell much difference re heat, battery life, or noise (seems even less).

    SDM
     
    SDM, Mar 25, 2005
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  18. one918

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    Looks easy enough to me, thanks qwester.[ :D]
     
    one918, Mar 25, 2005
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