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    A75-S231 - upgrade to faster hard drive?

    Discussion in 'Toshiba' started by baccaruda, Apr 2, 2009.

  1. baccaruda

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    Hi, I have an A75-S231 laptop that I don't plan to replace for at least a couple more years. I'm interested in whether I can replace the stock hard drive (100gb, 4500 rpm) with a faster hard drive?
    If anyone knows if this is feasible or not I'd appreciate your time to reply. Thanks a lot.
    Andy
     
    baccaruda, Apr 2, 2009
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  2. Johnny T

    Johnny T Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    How much ram have you got? You will see a massive increase in performance going to a 7200rpm. But a 5400rpm will also be a good step up. I upgraded my old notebook from a 4200rpm to a 7200, and the difference was worth every penny. :D
     
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    Hi, thanks for the reply. I have the stock onboard 512k which I'm upping to a gig and a half soon. I'm interested in whether the A75 series can also accept a faster hard drive so that I can make the most of this computer for a few more years.
     
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    Your notebook can only accept IDE hdds. Ram would show a big improvement. a 2.5'' 5400rpm IDE (aka PATA) is what you are looking for.
     
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    Thanks Johnny, I'm actually ordering the RAM today. I'll look into the HDD for a while.
     
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    never mind
     
    baccaruda, Apr 2, 2009
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