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    New hard drive for Vostro 1400

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by Mathias-i, Oct 26, 2007.

  1. Mathias-i

    Mathias-i Newbie

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    Hi guys.

    I decided to replace the standard drive that came with my Dell Vostro 1400, because of noise problems. So now I'm looking for a quiet, affordable, minimum 120GB and 5400RPM hard drive. Since not every harddrive is avaliable in every country, I have to refer you to this danish hardware site(It's in danish, but I'll hope you guys can figure it out :) ). I'll be glad if anyone can recommend a drive on the list for under $125 (650 kr.) (The price is listed under "Pris").

    If more information needed, feel free to ask.

    Thanks in advance.
     
    Mathias-i, Oct 26, 2007
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  2. Johnny T

    Johnny T Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    holy cow! so many to look through.....

    I use a hitachi myself.....one thing i noticed on the site was the diff number for the hdd......when you look at the details....make sure you check the release date and get the latest ones..... meaning the newest generation of hdds....which also means.... cooler running, and better reliability.
     
    Johnny T, Oct 26, 2007
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  3. fabarati

    fabarati Frorum Obfuscator

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    I quite like my Seagate Momentus 5400.3 ST9120822AS 120 GB.

    I've heard that samsungs are quiet as well.
     
    fabarati, Oct 26, 2007
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  4. Charles P. Jefferies

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    I recommend Western Digital above any other drive because they are so well made and quiet.

    There are a few WDs on that page - any one that has a SATA connection is fine.
     
    Charles P. Jefferies, Oct 27, 2007
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  5. Mathias-i

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    Yeah I know there is quiet a lot to look through, but all of these meets my minumum requirements (except that I don't know which are quiet). Seems like it doesn't really matter which I choose, if only it's relative new.

    Thanks for the replys so far.
     
    Mathias-i, Oct 27, 2007
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  6. BigBoy92

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    Are Hitachi's louder than all the other company's? I heard that they are the fastest, but also the loudest...
     
    BigBoy92, Oct 27, 2007
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  7. Johnny T

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    yup i completely agree with that since i have one myself :p runs quite cool though actually :rolleyes:
     
    Johnny T, Oct 27, 2007
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  8. BigBoy92

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    Yeh, is the noise loud enough to p!$$ u off?
     
    BigBoy92, Oct 28, 2007
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  9. Johnny T

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    My notebook cooler is louder....+ i listen to music ost of the time anyway....

    But it is very noticeable when all is quiet :p
     
    Johnny T, Oct 28, 2007
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  10. BigBoy92

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    meh good enough, I'll still get one thnx!
     
    BigBoy92, Oct 28, 2007
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  11. Johnny T

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    Yup you should will be happy with one i am sure :)
     
    Johnny T, Oct 28, 2007
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  12. Charles P. Jefferies

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    I have an 80GB 7200RPM Hitachi in a test notebook. It is very 'clicky' and the drive is quite audible. It is fast but noisy. Seagates are significantly quieter.
     
    Charles P. Jefferies, Oct 28, 2007
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