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    Hard Drive

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by meyers, Feb 18, 2006.

  1. meyers

    meyers Notebook Guru

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    Want to upgrade my Hard Drive on my i9300. Anyone know what type I have and HOW big I can go? Thanks
     
    meyers, Feb 18, 2006
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    AuroraS Notebook Virtuoso

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    You'll probably want a 2.5" PATA hard drive...
    I think 160GB is as big as they come right now (I could be wrong). Your Dell should be able to handle that (I'm 90% sure)... if not, then a 100 or 120 GB for sure.
     
    AuroraS, Feb 18, 2006
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  3. ZaZ

    ZaZ Super Model Super Moderator

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    7200RPM drives are quite cheap right now and will offer better system performance. You can throw the old drive in a case for the extra storage you need.
     
    ZaZ, Feb 18, 2006
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    Jason Overclocker NBR Reviewer

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    Go for a Hitachi 7k100. You can get it in a 60GB, 80GB, and a 100GB. The 7k100 HD's are fast and reliable.
     
    Jason, Feb 18, 2006
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  5. meyers

    meyers Notebook Guru

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    I just bought the 100gig Hitachi. should be here soon
     
    meyers, Mar 5, 2006
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