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    dv5t PCIe slot for SSD?

    Discussion in 'HP' started by 5strings, Apr 25, 2009.

  1. 5strings

    5strings Notebook Consultant

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    I have a dv5t without the TV tuner, leaving the open PCIe slot. Can I use a mini PCIe SSD in this slot, and if so, can I boot from it?
     
    5strings, Apr 25, 2009
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  2. Greg

    Greg Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    Check the boot order in the BIOS. If it says something about an option for PCIe, then yes you would be able to boot from it.

    But I am guessing that will not be the case.
     
    Greg, Apr 25, 2009
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    sgogeta4 Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    I don't think any computer allows booting from PCIe ATM. Also, most PCIe SSDs are slower than fast HDDs, especially in random R/W, which I believe is an important factor in booting Windows.
     
    sgogeta4, Apr 25, 2009
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