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    Samsung 830 256GB for $335

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by KShub, Feb 17, 2012.

  1. KShub

    KShub Notebook Consultant

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    Hey guys,

    Newegg has a special this weekend on the Samsung 830 256GB SSD, but it's only on the desktop kit.

    Question: I would like to use it in my new laptop (see sig), but I'm not sure if I need to buy a separate item to allow it to fit snug in the laptop, or it will work as is out of the box, any ideas??? I plan on using the stock HDD in the optical drive caddy, which I've also ordered from Xotic.

    Thanks in advance!


    BTW - It's on sale for $359, but if you use the following code: EMCNHJC34, you can get it for $335!!

    -kshub
     
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  2. s2odin

    s2odin Merrica!

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    Well the drive itself is a 2.5" so as long as your laptop takes 2.5" drives, you'll be fine. The majority of notebooks are 2.5" (9.5mm) and I know the 8150 is 2.5" (9.5mm) so you're fine.
     
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  3. KShub

    KShub Notebook Consultant

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    Awesome, thanks man!

    -kshub
     
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    jmacis Notebook Enthusiast

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    Nice Find!
     
    jmacis, Feb 17, 2012
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