Geekzone: technology news, blogs, forums
Guest
Welcome Guest.
You haven't logged in yet. If you don't have an account you can register now.


Finch

2851 posts

Uber Geek


#180825 23-Sep-2015 08:59
Send private message

Hey guys.

Picking up my new Laptop later today and it comes with a 2TB HDD. Based on the feedback here, I have learnt that a SSD is faster + better for all round performance.

I have a couple of questions...

1: If I pull out the HDD + Install the SDD that voids the warranty doesn't it?

2: What is a good price to pay, as in $:GB ?

3: Is there good/bad brands? Looking on MightyApe and there is a Samsung 512GB for $550, but a 500GB Crucial MX200 for $350. What makes a Samsung worth the extra $200, besides the extra 12GB?

4: Any other general Tips?

Thanks folks!

View this topic in a long page with up to 500 replies per page Create new topic

This is a filtered page: currently showing replies marked as answers. Click here to see full discussion.

coffeebaron
6231 posts

Uber Geek

Trusted
Lifetime subscriber

  #1393029 23-Sep-2015 20:02
Send private message

Finch: Thanks for the replies folks, really appreciate all the help.

This is my plan for tomorrow...

Boot up the Laptop, upgrade to windows 10, download Macrium. Then use the software to copy all the system files (If that's what you call them) over to The SSD using The Usb 3.0 Enclosure. Take out the current 2TB HDD, replace with SDD + boot up.

Sound ok?


NO

1. create Windows 10 USB install stick: http://www.microsoft.com/en-US/software-download/windows10?OCID=reserve_r_PostReserve_MediaCreationTool 
2. use this to do an upgrade to Windows 10 on new laptop
3. once upgraded, confirm Windows 10 has activated
4. remove HDD
5. install new SSD
6. boot off the USB stick and do a fresh install of Windows 10 (NB: skip where it asks for product key)
7. confirm Windows 10 is activated
8. run updates until all done
9. check for any driver issues
10. don't install any rubbish from the laptop manufacture :)






Rural IT and Broadband support.

 

Broadband troubleshooting and master filter installs.
Starlink installer - one month free: https://www.starlink.com/?referral=RC-32845-88860-71 
Wi-Fi and networking
Cel-Fi supply and installer - boost your mobile phone coverage legally

 

Need help in Auckland, Waikato or BoP? Click my email button, or email me direct: [my user name] at geekzonemail dot com


View this topic in a long page with up to 500 replies per page Create new topic





News and reviews »

Air New Zealand Starts AI adoption with OpenAI
Posted 24-Jul-2025 16:00


eero Pro 7 Review
Posted 23-Jul-2025 12:07


BeeStation Plus Review
Posted 21-Jul-2025 14:21


eero Unveils New Wi-Fi 7 Products in New Zealand
Posted 21-Jul-2025 00:01


WiZ Introduces HDMI Sync Box and other Light Devices
Posted 20-Jul-2025 17:32


RedShield Enhances DDoS and Bot Attack Protection
Posted 20-Jul-2025 17:26


Seagate Ships 30TB Drives
Posted 17-Jul-2025 11:24


Oclean AirPump A10 Water Flosser Review
Posted 13-Jul-2025 11:05


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7: Raising the Bar for Smartphones
Posted 10-Jul-2025 02:01


Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 Brings New Edge-To-Edge FlexWindow
Posted 10-Jul-2025 02:01


Epson Launches New AM-C550Z WorkForce Enterprise printer
Posted 9-Jul-2025 18:22


Samsung Releases Smart Monitor M9
Posted 9-Jul-2025 17:46


Nearly Half of Older Kiwis Still Write their Passwords on Paper
Posted 9-Jul-2025 08:42


D-Link 4G+ Cat6 Wi-Fi 6 DWR-933M Mobile Hotspot Review
Posted 1-Jul-2025 11:34


Oppo A5 Series Launches With New Levels of Durability
Posted 30-Jun-2025 10:15



Geekzone Live »

Try automatic live updates from Geekzone directly in your browser, without refreshing the page, with Geekzone Live now.



Are you subscribed to our RSS feed? You can download the latest headlines and summaries from our stories directly to your computer or smartphone by using a feed reader.