MB with two Hard Drives

[ViPhone]

Hi,

I have a MB mid-2010 version 7,1 with its original base level, factory components still installed. 2 GB RAM, 250 GB SATA ect.

I'm going to bump it up to 8GB of RAM and install the Seagate Momentus XT Hybrid 500GB as my main drive. Should I consider installing a second drive in the OptiBay? How do I do that? Will it increase performance significantly if done right?

Let me know your thoughts.

 

[alust2013]

It won't increase performance unless it's a SSD. I wouldn't bother unless you plan on a SSD, which would make the momentus XT pointless, or if you need more than 500GB of storage.

 

[ViPhone]

Ok thanks. Was just wondering if having two would speed it up.

 

[Mutinygraphiks]

in my opinion having an ssd with your OS and program files, and a hybrid as a storage for music, photos, etc. would be ideal for anyone quick loads for the programs, and safe setup for saving other files.

 

[ViPhone]

Ok. If it increases speed or performance it's worth it to me.

 

[Mutinygraphiks]

the only thing that can truely speed up your computer is processor speed and ram size.

 

[BasilFawlty]

Hi,

I have a MB mid-2010 version 7,1 with its original base level, factory components still installed. 2 GB RAM, 250 GB SATA ect.

I'm going to bump it up to 8GB of RAM and install the Seagate Momentus XT Hybrid 500GB as my main drive. Should I consider installing a second drive in the OptiBay? How do I do that? Will it increase performance significantly if done right?

Let me know your thoughts.

For "how" watch this video.

 

[kidstretch]

Hi,

I have a MB mid-2010 version 7,1 with its original base level, factory components still installed. 2 GB RAM, 250 GB SATA ect.

I'm going to bump it up to 8GB of RAM and install the Seagate Momentus XT Hybrid 500GB as my main drive. Should I consider installing a second drive in the OptiBay? How do I do that? Will it increase performance significantly if done right?

Let me know your thoughts.

I have a Macbook late 2008, i was thinking of getting the same hybrid hdd, i'd like to install the OS in the SDD and the files on the HDD.
Just was wondering though, i think the SDD is 4 GB, is this enough for the OS?
Would love some feedback if you buy it, is it faster, does it get hotter etc?

 

[ViPhone]

I have a Macbook late 2008, i was thinking of getting the same hybrid hdd, i'd like to install the OS in the SDD and the files on the HDD.
Just was wondering though, i think the SDD is 4 GB, is this enough for the OS?
Would love some feedback if you buy it, is it faster, does it get hotter etc?

I'll let you know if I decide to do it.

 

[ViPhone]

For "how" watch this video.

Just checked the video: that's a 2008 Unibody. Does that make a difference? I have the mid-2010 and they can be quite different.

 

[BasilFawlty]

Just checked the video: that's a 2008 Unibody. Does that make a difference? I have the mid-2010 and they can be quite different.

That can't answer. Maybe someone else can?

 

[ViPhone]

Thanks anyway.

 

[BasilFawlty]

Thanks anyway.

You might call the customer suport folks at OWC, since they sell the kits, that could probably answer your question.

 

[ViPhone]

Ya I'll probably do that.

 

[BasilFawlty]

Ya I'll probably do that.

Would be interested in the answer.

 

[Mutinygraphiks]

a 4gb ssd hard drive is not gonna be enough for any OS, you need to get like a 16gb at least, but if you run programs like photoshop, or anything hefty id suggest looking for a 32 or a 64gb just to handle all your program needs.