Computers SSD Hard drives - Page 5

BWillie · 12:39 AM

How many of you have one in your computer?

I have a 2.5 yr old computer with one but my computer guy for some reason didnt put the operating system on it, so I heard Im probably not getting the full effect of it.

Im going to upgrade computers and going to buy another SSD, really only need a 128GB one. Ive been reading that you can keep archived files and stuff u dont really use very much on the regular HD with no problems. Anything I need to know? These things easy to put in and install by an idiot? (Me)

Imon Yourside · 02-09-2015, 09:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Laz

SAMSUNG 850 EVO-Series MZ-75E1T0B/AM 2.5" 1TB SATA III 3-D Vertical Internal Solid State Drive (SSD) SAMSUNG 850 EVO-Series MZ-75E1T0B/AM

2.5" 1TB SATA III 3-D Vertical Internal Solid State Drive (SSD)

Total: $389.99

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820147374

Can't wait for that sucker to hit about $150

Mr. Laz · 02-09-2015, 03:07 PM

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Originally Posted by KILLER_CLOWN

Can't wait for that sucker to hit about $150

getting there, a 1 TB SSD wasn't even made until recently and were thousands dollars.

under 400

Imon Yourside · 02-10-2015, 09:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Laz

getting there, a 1 TB SSD wasn't even made until recently and were thousands dollars.

under 400

Oh i know, my first 32gb was like $150 and i just bought a 512gb for $200 so progress. Just wish it were faster.

BWillie · 02-10-2015, 01:03 PM

So, I'm looking at Microcenter website and I can't figure out how to determine what SSD you need, or even how to figure out if it's for a desktop or laptop.

I'm probably just going to get a 256GB, and just run the entire computer, OS, and data off that, instead of having two different harddrives (regular and SSD), just to make it simpler for me. That and I can't find another power supply in my computer for another device.

http://www.microcenter.com/product/4...CT256MX100SSD1

http://www.microcenter.com/product/4...id_State_Drive

So which one of these is for a Desktop Computer? It's a T1500 Dell Desktop with custom video card & i-5 processor, 8 GB ram.

jd1020 · 02-10-2015, 03:22 PM

SSD's are a standard size of 2.5". There is no distinction between laptop and desktop, AFAIK. The only thing you'll need is a 3.5" to 2.5" bay adapter, or you could just remove a couple 3.5 trays and jerry rig it in there vertically with some zip ties since there aren't any moving parts in an SSD, along with the proper cabling.

EDIT: Just looked at your links. The M550 you have linked is a naked mSATA (mini) drive meant for a notebook. Look at ones with casings like the MX100 you linked that are the standard 2.5" (SATA).

**DaneMcCloud** · 02-10-2015, 04:24 PM

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Originally Posted by BWillie

So, I'm looking at Microcenter website and I can't figure out how to determine what SSD you need, or even how to figure out if it's for a desktop or laptop.

I'm probably just going to get a 256GB, and just run the entire computer, OS, and data off that, instead of having two different harddrives (regular and SSD), just to make it simpler for me. That and I can't find another power supply in my computer for another device.

http://www.microcenter.com/product/4...CT256MX100SSD1

http://www.microcenter.com/product/4...id_State_Drive

So which one of these is for a Desktop Computer? It's a T1500 Dell Desktop with custom video card & i-5 processor, 8 GB ram.

http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-250GB-...ng+evo+840+250

http://www.amazon.com/SABRENT-Inches...HCJ4CQ259XQFHB

That's all you need.

jd1020 · 02-10-2015, 04:29 PM

Definitely wouldn't buy the EVO for $34 more than that MX100.

**srvy** · 02-10-2015, 06:55 PM

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Originally Posted by jd1020

SSD's are a standard size of 2.5". There is no distinction between laptop and desktop, AFAIK. The only thing you'll need is a 3.5" to 2.5" bay adapter, or you could just remove a couple 3.5 trays and jerry rig it in there vertically with some zip ties since there aren't any moving parts in an SSD, along with the proper cabling.

EDIT: Just looked at your links. The M550 you have linked is a naked mSATA (mini) drive meant for a notebook. Look at ones with casings like the MX100 you linked that are the standard 2.5" (SATA).

Heck no moving parts or heat to speak of just duct tape that bitch to something

Mr. Laz · 02-10-2015, 06:59 PM

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Originally Posted by srvy

Heck no moving parts or heat to speak of just duct tape that bitch to something

just use the screws holes on one side of the SSD

goes right into a 3.5 inch drive bay

It might be hanging a little, but whatev

kcxiv · 02-10-2015, 08:45 PM

I think next month im pulling the trigger on a 970 video card. The one i have now struggles at times. 980 would be nicer, but i got other expenses and im going to get a ps4 soonish as well. lol

BWillie · 02-11-2015, 12:20 AM

Just picked up a Crucial 256GB from Microcenter. Im gonna try to put it in, and install my OS on it with my existing hard drive and everything. Im a computer reerun so good chance i fry my computer or something.

Who said something about duct tape? That honestly sounds more appealing than messing with these brackets and bays lol

**DaneMcCloud** · 02-11-2015, 12:55 AM

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Originally Posted by BWillie

Just picked up a Crucial 256GB from Microcenter. Im gonna try to put it in, and install my OS on it with my existing hard drive and everything. Im a computer reerun so good chance i fry my computer or something.

?

You can't copy an existing OS to another hard drive and have it boot. No operating system works that way.

You'll either need to install fresh or make a disc image, then import that image to your new drive.

BWillie · 02-11-2015, 01:53 AM

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Originally Posted by DaneMcCloud

?

You can't copy an existing OS to another hard drive and have it boot. No operating system works that way.

You'll either need to install fresh or make a disc image, then import that image to your new drive.

I'm just going to do a fresh install of Windows 7 on the SSD. And then hook up the regular Hard Drive after and just store big files, and back up the SSD permanent files to it. It will just be a second computer, so not copying any files and don't need to keep anything on the existing regular hard drive.

I've been watching some videos on youtube of computer nerds, seems relatively easy, but I'm sure I'll figure out a way to screw things up.

**DaneMcCloud** · 02-11-2015, 01:56 AM

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Originally Posted by BWillie

I'm just going to do a fresh install of Windows 7 on the SSD. And then hook up the regular Hard Drive after and just store big files, and back up the SSD permanent files to it. It will just be a second computer, so not copying any files and don't need to keep anything on the existing regular hard drive.

I've been watching some videos on youtube of computer nerds, seems relatively easy, but I'm sure I'll figure out a way to screw things up.

Oaky, cool. Just wanted to make sure you were reinstalling the OS

kcxiv · 02-11-2015, 03:10 AM

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Originally Posted by BWillie

I'm just going to do a fresh install of Windows 7 on the SSD. And then hook up the regular Hard Drive after and just store big files, and back up the SSD permanent files to it. It will just be a second computer, so not copying any files and don't need to keep anything on the existing regular hard drive.

I've been watching some videos on youtube of computer nerds, seems relatively easy, but I'm sure I'll figure out a way to screw things up.

its super easy to install from scratch. It shouldnt take hardly any time especially if your installing from a USB. The only problem i ever run into is sometimes a 2nd or 3rd hard drive doesnt want to show up, but you can google that for an easy fix, just have to assign a letter to the drive

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02-10-2015, 01:03 PM	#64
BWillie Future NBA Finals MVP Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Earth Casino cash: $2361241	So, I'm looking at Microcenter website and I can't figure out how to determine what SSD you need, or even how to figure out if it's for a desktop or laptop. I'm probably just going to get a 256GB, and just run the entire computer, OS, and data off that, instead of having two different harddrives (regular and SSD), just to make it simpler for me. That and I can't find another power supply in my computer for another device. http://www.microcenter.com/product/4...CT256MX100SSD1 http://www.microcenter.com/product/4...id_State_Drive So which one of these is for a Desktop Computer? It's a T1500 Dell Desktop with custom video card & i-5 processor, 8 GB ram. __________________ Who wants free money? Use the link below to sign up at Bovada, BetOnline, Black Chip Poker and Ignition. Contact me for private deals, spot bonuses, possible rakeback or any questions! Bovada, Ignition, BetOnline, Black Chip Poker: baldeaglepoker.com Bovada Poker is back! Get up to $500 poker deposit bonus.
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02-10-2015, 03:22 PM	#65
jd1020 In Search of a Life Join Date: Nov 2010 Casino cash: $7732645	SSD's are a standard size of 2.5". There is no distinction between laptop and desktop, AFAIK. The only thing you'll need is a 3.5" to 2.5" bay adapter, or you could just remove a couple 3.5 trays and jerry rig it in there vertically with some zip ties since there aren't any moving parts in an SSD, along with the proper cabling. EDIT: Just looked at your links. The M550 you have linked is a naked mSATA (mini) drive meant for a notebook. Look at ones with casings like the MX100 you linked that are the standard 2.5" (SATA). Last edited by jd1020; 02-10-2015 at 04:03 PM..
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02-11-2015, 12:20 AM	#71
BWillie Future NBA Finals MVP Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Earth Casino cash: $2361241	Just picked up a Crucial 256GB from Microcenter. Im gonna try to put it in, and install my OS on it with my existing hard drive and everything. Im a computer reerun so good chance i fry my computer or something. Who said something about duct tape? That honestly sounds more appealing than messing with these brackets and bays lol __________________ Who wants free money? Use the link below to sign up at Bovada, BetOnline, Black Chip Poker and Ignition. Contact me for private deals, spot bonuses, possible rakeback or any questions! Bovada, Ignition, BetOnline, Black Chip Poker: baldeaglepoker.com Bovada Poker is back! Get up to $500 poker deposit bonus.
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