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    check hard drive speed?

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by pin, Aug 4, 2006.

  1. pin

    pin Notebook Consultant

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    Really dumb ar*e question, but can't seem to find the answer, is there a way I can check my hard drive speed (i.e. the rpm?)

    Cheers
     
    pin, Aug 4, 2006
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    ChangFest Notebook Consultant

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    You can right-click your hard drive in Windows Explorer and go to the Hardware tab. Jot down your hard drive manufacture and the following model number. Then look the drive up on Google. That should do it.

    You can also use a program that displays you hardware information in-depth. EVEREST is a good choice: LINK
     
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    vassil_98 Notebook Deity

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    Some 5400 rpm drives feel slower than some of the fastest 4200 rpm drives. Further, some of the fastest 5400 drives perform comparably to slow 7200...
    Therefore, run HDTune and compare your results with other people, this is the best way to find out if you have a good HDD
     
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    Cheers, thanks for the info, will have a look into it when i go home tonight.
     
    pin, Aug 4, 2006
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