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    x201 - Replacing HDD with SDD

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by Beh0lder, May 27, 2010.

  1. Beh0lder

    Beh0lder Notebook Guru

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    Got a couple questions before replacing the HDD with an Intel 80 GB X25M in my x201.

    Firstly, will i need a special adaptor in order to install the SSD, or can i just go ahead and replace it ?

    And secondly, whats the best software/way to migrate from the HDD to SSD ? I do not have an external DVD burner or the ultrabay yet, so i can not create a Windows 7 64bit recovery disk CD/DVD to use.
    In the past, i've used various programs (like acronis, etc) to copy the HDD disk image to an external HDD, and would prefer such a solution (so as to avoid re-installing every program i need again). Any suggestions for which program to use for a painless transition please ?
     
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  2. ZaZ

    ZaZ Super Model Super Moderator

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    The X25-M is a standard notebook drive. You don't need any special adapter.

    True Image seems like a good candidate.
     
    ZaZ, May 27, 2010
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  3. Beh0lder

    Beh0lder Notebook Guru

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    Thank you.

    Just installed the SSD, and the x201 is *completely* silent now !!! It's a dream come true!!! (the default Seagate 7200rpm HDD was toooooo noisy)

    And of course, it's much faster now :)

    Acronis True Image did the work seamlessly. Took 15 minutes to create a perfect working copy.
     
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    0x0 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Would you spend $100 more on 7200rpm HDD, or would you take 5400rmp and buy SSD for X201?
     
    0x0, May 28, 2010
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  5. Beh0lder

    Beh0lder Notebook Guru

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    SSD is far superior, regarding speed & noise levels (and probably battery life as well).

    The only limitation is its capacity. If you can live with it, there's no question about it, definitely get a SSD!
     
    Beh0lder, May 28, 2010
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