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    hard drive upgrade help...i really need some help!`

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by mintyfresh94, Feb 15, 2009.

  1. mintyfresh94

    mintyfresh94 Notebook Enthusiast

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    hey guys i am a total noob when it comes to computers...i own a acer 4720z laptop and want to upgrade hard drive to 320gb what is the exact hard drive i will need?
    thanks

    also any recommendations on a certain brand or type that works well and fast.
     
    mintyfresh94, Feb 15, 2009
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    Michel.K 167WAISIQ

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    it's also really easy to upgrade as well as easy as upgrading the memory, except you will need a screwdriver
     
    jonhapimp, Feb 15, 2009
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    Memory you need a screw driver too. At least on some laptops. :)
     
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    not any of the laptops i've opened up, you need a screw to open the laptop though, maybe it varies
     
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    mintyfresh94 Notebook Enthusiast

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    will anyt SATA work
    also what are the advanteges of a 7200 rpm
     
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    Yes, any SATA 2.5" will work. (except velociraptor)


    Uh, well, isn't that obvious :) 7200rpm = faster
     
    Michel.K, Feb 15, 2009
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