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    Extra Hard drive space?

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by w_rink_ly, Apr 20, 2008.

  1. w_rink_ly

    w_rink_ly Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hi,
    I would just like to know whether it is possible to add an extra internal hardrive to my notebook? It is a GC114EA:

    hp Notebook - 8510w, Intel Core 2 Duo T7700 (2.4G), 2048MB DDRII 667MHz 1 DIMM, 120 GB 7200rpm, LightScribe DVD+/-RW DL SuperMulti - Fixed, 15.4 WUXGA WVA, NVIDIA Quadro FX 570M 256MB, 802.11a/b/g, BT, FBR, Windows Vista Business, 3-3-0
     
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  2. hehe299792458

    hehe299792458 Notebook Deity

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    You can replace your existing HD, but add another one. There is only place for 1
     
    hehe299792458, Apr 20, 2008
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  3. flipfire

    flipfire Moderately Boss

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    An external hard drive is also a good solution to HD space needs..
     
    flipfire, Apr 20, 2008
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  4. Shadowfate

    Shadowfate Wala pa rin ako maisip e.

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    You should just replace it then buy an enclosure so that you can use the extra HD in it.
     
    Shadowfate, Apr 20, 2008
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  5. w_rink_ly

    w_rink_ly Notebook Enthusiast

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    Well I have an 80 gigipod but i've lawys been afraid to put stuff on there in case i restore it by mistake... Hmmm so i'd have to remove my current 160 gig one and replace with another, or use an external one? Suggestions?
     
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    w_rink_ly Notebook Enthusiast

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    oh wait make that 120 gig...
     
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  7. goofball

    goofball Notebook Deity

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    Yes, you either have to remove your old one and install a new one, or use an external. It's really your call.

    How much do you have to spend? You can get good deals on 250GB drives (with or without enclosure already). The 320GB drives are available too. It all depends on your budget at this point. Drive transfers are relatively easy to do (I use a desktop for this).
     
    goofball, Apr 20, 2008
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  8. Shadowfate

    Shadowfate Wala pa rin ako maisip e.

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    It's your choice on what you prefer.

    ACtually I would choose to go with an external(more space for cheaper price)
     
    Shadowfate, Apr 20, 2008
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  9. w_rink_ly

    w_rink_ly Notebook Enthusiast

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    ok thnx for the advice!
     
    w_rink_ly, Apr 20, 2008
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  10. K-TRON

    K-TRON Hi, I'm Jimmy Diesel ^_^

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    a 250gb 5400rpm or a 320gb 5400rpm drive will actually give you a performace boost over your 120gb drive, while giving you more than double the capacity.

    K-TRON
     
    K-TRON, Apr 20, 2008
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