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    FS Series harddisk upgrade and some other doubts..

    Discussion in 'VAIO / Sony' started by 123hop, Jun 18, 2005.

  1. 123hop

    123hop Notebook Enthusiast

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    My Sony GRV 616 -16.1 inch notebook has broken down on me twice already so it`s about time for a new laptop. I suspect the normal P4 2.6 was the bottleneck (gets just too hot).

    So I have my doubts about buying another Sony now but this FS notebook looks really sweet (I`m a design-nut). Also think I`m gonna love that screen.. Anyways, my biggest issue with the FS series is the slow HD. So I was wondering if I can replace it with a 5400 or 7200 rpm drive easily. And what about your guarantee, will you lose it then?


    Thx.


     
    123hop, Jun 18, 2005
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    Skyshade Notebook Deity NBR Reviewer

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    Here are some successful tries. Unfortunately, no pictures.
    http://www.notebookreview.com/forums/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=11870

    Upgrading HDD successfully does not void your warranty. If you screw something up in the process, you will have to pay for that screw-up. Other part of the laptop is still under warranty.
     
    Skyshade, Jun 18, 2005
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  3. 123hop

    123hop Notebook Enthusiast

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    Thx Sky.

    Not sure which HD to go for but it`s good to know it`s possible and quite easy. One step closer buying it. ; )



     
    123hop, Jun 19, 2005
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    <blockquote id='quote'> quote:<hr height='1' noshade id='quote'>Originally posted by 123hop
     
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    VDuke, Jun 22, 2005
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