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500GB internal for Macbook Pro 15' ???
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Yes you have three choices, samsung, WD or seagate. I use a samsung and have done since Nov, no problems, except for running out of space. You can get them for approx £75-100
Seagate Momentus 7200.4 500GB 7200RPM SATA-II 16MB Cache - OEM (ST9500420AS)
Samsung Spinpoint M6 500GB 5400RPM SATA-II 8MB Cache - OEM (HM500LI)
Western Digital Scorpio Blue 500GB 5400RPM SATA-II 8MB Cache - OEM (WD5000BEVT)
Seagate Momentus 7200.4 500GB 7200RPM SATA-II 16MB Cache - OEM (ST9500420AS)
Samsung Spinpoint M6 500GB 5400RPM SATA-II 8MB Cache - OEM (HM500LI)
Western Digital Scorpio Blue 500GB 5400RPM SATA-II 8MB Cache - OEM (WD5000BEVT)
Try the Seagate ST9500325AS here: http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=HD-200-SE&groupid=701&catid=14&subcat=896
Forgot to mention, its a Unibody macbook pro
If it makes a difference in the options u have all stated.
Cheers so far guys
If it makes a difference in the options u have all stated.
Cheers so far guys
Thanks very much guys, going to look into these
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250GB becomes nothing. You dont realize till you start putting all your apps on here and stuff.!
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250GB becomes nothing. You dont realize till you start putting all your apps on here and stuff.!
Had the seagate 500gb 7200.4 since February and it is amazing.
Seagate Momentus 7400.4 v other notebook drives
Could someone please tell me the difference in the 500 GB model ST9500420AS and ST9500420ASG?
The link is here: http://www.seagate.com/www/en-us/products/laptops/momentus/momentus_7200.4/
Which would be the best one in installing on the 15" unibody macbook pro?
Thank you very much in advance!
The link is here: http://www.seagate.com/www/en-us/products/laptops/momentus/momentus_7200.4/
Which would be the best one in installing on the 15" unibody macbook pro?
Thank you very much in advance!
What about Hitachi? You forgot to mention the 5k500.B. I have a Hitachi 500GB 5400RPM drive in my G-Drive mini (I don't know if it's a 5k500 or a 5k500.B) and it's been a fantastic drive so far.
G-Force Protection
I'd say the 'G' as in the 'ASG' Seagate models refer to the G-Force protection.
The PDF tech sheet lists this feature as optional.
To quote from above document:
"The G-Force Protection feature provides enhanced data protection against shock that may occur while the drive is operating. This feature is designed to decrease the likelihood of data loss by detecting a freefall event and unloading the actuator before a shock takes place in falls of greater than 8 inches (nominal)."
I'd say the 'G' as in the 'ASG' Seagate models refer to the G-Force protection.
The PDF tech sheet lists this feature as optional.
To quote from above document:
"The G-Force Protection feature provides enhanced data protection against shock that may occur while the drive is operating. This feature is designed to decrease the likelihood of data loss by detecting a freefall event and unloading the actuator before a shock takes place in falls of greater than 8 inches (nominal)."
How does the Seagate 500gb 7200rpm affect noise levels?
Vibration?
Heat levels?
Battery drain??
THANKS!
Can anyone who has actual experience comment on these things please??
I currently have the stock 320gb 5400rpm and want to upgrade size and speed...but am curious about the differences in noise, vibration, heat, and battery usage.
Yes the noise levels you mentioned cant be solved in notebookHow does the Seagate 500gb 7200rpm affect noise levels?
Vibration?
Heat levels?
Battery drain??
THANKS!
Yes the noise levels you mentioned cant be solved in notebook
What???
I guessed that, YES, there would probably be a noise level increase...and also a vibration level increase... and maybe a heat increase...and maybe a battery consumption rate increase.
What I was inquiring about is HOW MUCH of an increase in these things occurs.