Maybe they're just doing this so they can properly stock up. Then the prices will come down... I'm guess probably a couple weeks.
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You are right...that it is 'reasonable' move to raise the price if I were Newegg.
It is just basic 'Invisible Hand' mechanism...it is quite obvious that the original price listed at $229 at Newegg is way below equilibrium... and man these drives are so inelastic that they still sold out in a blink at $279.
However, as a consumer, you always want the best for the cheapest...that's the beauty of Supply and Demand regulation.
WRONG! I am not sure you are kidding him/her or not..
SSDSA2MH080G2R5 is the retail package that include everything in C1 (SSD and 9.5mm spacer) PLUS a nice retail box and installation kit.
From Intel: "Retail box includes installation kit that contains: 3.5" desktop drive bay adapter to 2.5" SSD adapter bracket, screws, installation guide, and warranty documentation"
SSDSA2MH080G2C1 is just the SSD (w/ 9.5mm spacer) in a brown 'OEM' box.
There is another model:
SSDSA2MH080G201 is the OEM SSD in 7.0mm thickness only (w/o the 9.5 spacer)
Check out the link from intel:
http://www.intel.com/cd/channel/reseller/asmo-na/eng/products/nand/feature/index.htm:)
can you please edit your link as it doesn't work
I got in at $249 for the 80GB, but if anyone is willing to pay me $499 then I will sell it immediately. It is being delivered tomorrow
may I know where you got it from?
I bought OCZ Vertex 120gb, and i'm happy!
I love your pic...it's so sinister...j/k...
btw...how's it perform in macbook pro (I assume?)? Can it be recolonized and run smoothly?
It seems logical to think that.
However, when I tried to purchase (but fail) from Newegg last weekend, I asked them when will it be restocked. A staff told me that they have a ETA of 9/2 (when they are still listed a more *reasonable* $279). He specifically mentioned that they will have a big shipment this Wednesday close to 120 units. Well, go figure.
Sure...I am sorry...EDITED
http://www.intel.com/cd/channel/reseller/asmo-na/eng/products/nand/feature/index.htm
I got in at $249 for the 80GB, but if anyone is willing to pay me $499 then I will sell it immediately. It is being delivered tomorrow
Me too, I got mine for $249 today and would love to sell it to anyone who would pay me $499...haha....so I can trade to 160GB WITH CHANGE which is still IN STOCK at another retailer.
A question that I hope someone can help me out.
According to the Apple site, the only requirement listed to replace the macbook pro internal hard drive is a 2.5" drive.
However, it doesn't specify if it is 9.5mm or 7.0mm thick. Do any of you know the thickness requirement of the drive?
For those who own the G2C1 with the black spacer thingy, do you have to remove it prior to the installation into the macbook pro?
Thanks!
According to the Apple site, the only requirement listed to replace the macbook pro internal hard drive is a 2.5" drive.
However, it doesn't specify if it is 9.5mm or 7.0mm thick. Do any of you know the thickness requirement of the drive?
For those who own the G2C1 with the black spacer thingy, do you have to remove it prior to the installation into the macbook pro?
Thanks!
It's 9.5mm. Although you won't have issues with it being 7mm. You don't need to remove the spacer. With or without the spacer, the drive will hold in place.
Thanks for your help!!
Well guys look on the brighter side, at least they won't be running out of them now.
Well...I don't know which is better...
I can't have it because they don't have it in stock
- or -
I can't have it because I can't pay for it knowing full well that they have it in stock...
........the irony of life....
Newegg lose me this time...and I don't mind taking my business else where (well...I would assume they don't care either)
When I installed mine w. the spacer, it actually was a hair too thick. It wouldn't allow for the bottom to fit truly flush on the SSD side. Even though the screws were tight running my finger along that edge, I could feel it not being totally right and could see a wee misalignment.
Removed the spacer and it fit like a charm. Only problem was finding the right size screws to reinstall the cover w.o. the spacer.
I'm boycotting newegg. That move is beyond ridiculous even if they are very low on stock and overstocked on the older models - such price increases should never happen.
I'm with Amazon from now on;
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=470938631&pf_rd_i=507846
I'm with Amazon from now on;
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=470938631&pf_rd_i=507846
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All of the G2 drives appear to be deactivated now. I can't help checking the page every so often even though I've already ordered mine. How hard is it to sell these things?
Just get the R5 from amazon for $340 if you really want it, it's a bit pricy though than the price that it's to be priced at, but better than newegg's crappy price.
I ordered the $269 80GB G2 from Amazon yesterday. It's backordered for a week or two. Better that than the garbage that Newegg was trying to pull.
Amazon got it right, take backorders and queue them up.
Amazon got it right, take backorders and queue them up.
Thanks for the info.
So I should remove the spacer before I proceed right? You mentioned finding the right size screws. You mean I have to find different screws to reinstall the cover other than those come with the MBP?
Have you guys tried mwave.com? I ordered mine yesterday for $249 (80GB). It was SUPPOSED to deliver today but UPS was *kind* enough to *left behind* my package at the facility (they said they forgot to load my package onto the plane..oh well). Should be getting it tomorrow if it was not drop out the plane this time....lol
Thanks for the info.
So I should remove the spacer before I proceed right? You mentioned finding the right size screws. You mean I have to find different screws to reinstall the cover other than those come with the MBP?
Have you guys tried mwave.com? I ordered mine yesterday for $249 (80GB). It was SUPPOSED to deliver today but UPS was *kind* enough to *left behind* my package at the facility (they said they forgot to load my package onto the plane..oh well). Should be getting it tomorrow if it was not drop out the plane this time....lol
mwave doesn't have it in stock right now
Cool article.
I, amongst many of my friends, sent newegg quite a few emails stating our outrage over such an evil tactic.
edit: from that article;