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    Z60m (2529-ETG) incompatible with Samsung HDD HM160HI ?

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by PeterC, Feb 20, 2008.

  1. PeterC

    PeterC Newbie

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    I've tried to replace the original HDD with this Samsung model but it hangs on boot. Did anyone manage this drive to work with this NB? :confused:
    Any recommendations for HDD?
     
    PeterC, Feb 20, 2008
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    No one here who's able to help me?
     
    PeterC, Feb 25, 2008
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    Arki Super Moderator

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    I think it's possible that the HDD may be defective. Have you tried testing the CD to see if that's not defective?
     
    Arki, Feb 25, 2008
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    Create a bootable CD with Samsung's HUTIL and run the tests.

    The HM250HI and HM160HJ had some bugs, but yours is neither of these.

    You might also have a problem with the SATA speed.

    John
     
    John Ratsey, Feb 25, 2008
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    @Arkit3kt
    CD is OK. The HDD is working fine on my desktop (though I haven't tested to boot from it)

    @John Ratsey
    I will run Samsung's HUTIL this afternoon.

    I've tried to apply the HMxxxHJ pathes, but that doesn't solve the problem.

    The HM160HI is as drive with a Serial ATA 1.5 Gbps interface, so it shouldn't be affected.

    Peter
     
    PeterC, Feb 26, 2008
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