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    T420s with a SSD/HDD combo

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by siggy3, Jul 19, 2011.

  1. siggy3

    siggy3 Newbie

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    Hi all,

    I'm looking for information on using an SSD with the T420s. I've already checked the mSATA FAQ thread but I didn't see any info specific to the T420s.

    1. Is the SSD/HDD combo the best way to do it (vs big SSD or another config)?
    2. What kind of drive do I need/what is the expected price range?
    3. Is there a guide to installing it and installing Windows safely onto it?

    Thanks for your help.
     
    siggy3, Jul 19, 2011
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  2. jessea510

    jessea510 Notebook Consultant

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    jessea510, Jul 19, 2011
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  3. Fabio~

    Fabio~ Notebook Enthusiast

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    i bought this
    MyDigitalSSD 64GB 50mm Bulletproof mSATA SSD | My Digital Discount
    and i'm happy with it :)
    i think it is the cheaper option and the faster to get (cause is hard to find an intel 310)
    if you are looking for some more reliable brand make sure that the size is 50mm
    i installed win with R&R provided by lenovo
    all is fine and perfectly aligned but i had some problem with win boot manager and i did a repair with win7 disc
    maybe a clean install is better
     
    Fabio~, Jul 20, 2011
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