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    SSD for P150HM/P151HM1?

    Discussion in 'Sager and Clevo' started by supralover23, Sep 1, 2011.

  1. supralover23

    supralover23 Notebook Consultant

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    Hi there, I was wondering if anyone has recommendations for an SSD to use for my OS and frequently-used programs? From what I've read so far, the HDD bay is SATA-III and the optical drive bay is SATA-II, so which should go where? I'm going to be getting the 750GB 7200rpm HDD option.

    Are there any known incompatibilities with certain brands? I seem to recall reading something about an incompatibility, but for the life of me I can't recall where I read it :rolleyes:

    Thanks in advance!
     
    supralover23, Sep 1, 2011
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  2. terminus123

    terminus123 Notebook Deity

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    750GB 7200rpm, put that in the optical bay. For the HDD bay, get a Intel 510 or Crucial M4 or Kingston HyperX SataIII SSD2. All brands should fit.
     
    terminus123, Sep 1, 2011
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  3. Eldaren

    Eldaren Notebook Evangelist

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    I got the Crucial M4. All I can say is WOW. After post boot up is almost instant it's so fast.
     
    Eldaren, Sep 1, 2011
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    seanowns Notebook Geek

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    Crucial or Intel seem to get the best reviews. I had to mess around with some intel drivers to maximize my Crucial ssd, but the thing is literally amazing now.
     
    seanowns, Sep 1, 2011
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  5. terminus123

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    Also if you wait-- there are rumors of the Intel 520 coming down the line. If it uses a Intel controller like the past generation--- well it'll be hands down the SSD king!
     
    terminus123, Sep 1, 2011
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    and with a price tag through the roof
     
    lazard, Sep 1, 2011
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    barrybuystape Notebook Enthusiast

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    barrybuystape, Sep 5, 2011
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    I've got the Crucial M4 with the 009 firmware upgrade and I have absolutely no complaints!
     
    crackbunny182, Sep 6, 2011
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    I'm using a Intel 510 250gb SSD in my Lotus P150HM and it performs admirably. Had to rma 2 OCZ's so I can't recommend them until they fix the sandforce.
     
    Geedub, Sep 8, 2011
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  10. Justin@XoticPC

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    In our experience Intel's have been the best for performance/reliability. In addition if the unfortunate repair comes up Intel has the best RMA Department, hands down.
     
    Justin@XoticPC, Sep 8, 2011
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