I have a 2009 Mac Mini 2.26 with the stock 160 Gb hardrive. I'm quickly running out of space and want to put in a bigger drive. I also like to have a faster drive, since I think it would make a difference in Photoshop and just make the mini feel a bit snappier.
I originally was going to but in a 7200 drive such as the WD Scorpio black, but then I got concerned about the additional noise. I really like how quiet the Mini is. Therefore I started looking into 5400 drives. I even considered putting in a sdd plus an external am not sure it is worth the extra expense.
I have been looking though the forum but still can't figure out which option to go with.
My specific questions are.
1. Would a 7200 drive be significantly faster than a 5400 drive?
2. Would a 7200 drive be noticeable nosier that a 5400 drive?
3. Which specific drives are recommended for speed and quietness.
Thanks
I originally was going to but in a 7200 drive such as the WD Scorpio black, but then I got concerned about the additional noise. I really like how quiet the Mini is. Therefore I started looking into 5400 drives. I even considered putting in a sdd plus an external am not sure it is worth the extra expense.
I have been looking though the forum but still can't figure out which option to go with.
My specific questions are.
1. Would a 7200 drive be significantly faster than a 5400 drive?
2. Would a 7200 drive be noticeable nosier that a 5400 drive?
3. Which specific drives are recommended for speed and quietness.
Thanks