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    The elusive PATA 7200rpm notebook drive for my X30

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by TPA, Jun 21, 2008.

  1. TPA

    TPA Notebook Evangelist

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    I've got this old X30 that is still useful, but the hard drive is in the middle of its death throws. I would like very much to replace the drive with one that is 7200 rpm if a new one can be found.

    I'm curious if anyone knows of a reputable vendor that still sells new ones for a less than obscene price.
     
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  2. NAS Ghost

    NAS Ghost Notebook Deity

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    newegg.com and tigerdirect.com
     
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    I don't know if a vendor, but they're not being produced as much which is why they're getting so expensive. You might want to look used on eBay.
     
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  5. TPA

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    Thanks for all the help. All the ones I've seen new are over $100. Even new ones on ebay go for around $100, used 60gig about $60.

    Guess I can live with a $55 new 5400.
     
    TPA, Jun 23, 2008
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