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    Help me choose the right HDD.

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by foset, Sep 6, 2012.

  1. foset

    foset Newbie

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    My current HDD is about to fail, so I'm looking for a new one. Main needs are: max performance, reliability and at least 200GB cap(cost is also a factor).
    I'd love SSD, but my laptop(Acer 5740G) supports SATA2, so I don't know if it's worth it. Please help and sorry for any spelling errors(typing from an old mobile).
     
    foset, Sep 6, 2012
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  2. namaiki

    namaiki "basically rocks" Super Moderator

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    SATAII is plenty enough to feel the effects/benefits of an SSD drive if your budget allows it.
     
    namaiki, Sep 6, 2012
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    maverick1989 Notebook Deity

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    Like namaiki said, you will realize the benefits of a SSD despite SATA II. You said cost was a factor but you didn't say what your budget was. How much do you want to spend?
     
    maverick1989, Sep 6, 2012
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    tilleroftheearth Wisdom listens quietly...

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    tilleroftheearth, Sep 6, 2012
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