Considering upgrading to solid state drive for Macbook Pro 2010. What are the specific requirements?

I am starting to experience some problems (very minor issues w speed) w my 2010 MBP. I decided to try and reformat w the install disk but it stalled on the grey screen and when I took it to the Genius Bar and they said they could do the re-install but that they think there could be a problem with the hard drive and it may crash completely after a re-install. They suggested an SSD. I found one on the iFix it site (SanDisk's top of the line X210 256 GB SSD) and am wondering what are the features I need to look for in an SSD if I go this route? Are there other parts in the MBP that will probably break in the next couple of years anyway? Will I see a big improvement in speed?

yes, you should definately swap the drive out, but be sure that the ssd you wish to purchase will be compatable with your mac.
yes, the mac will seem a lot faster. also give a thought to adding more ram, i believe your model is capable of quite happily handling 8g. 2 x 4g sticks.
no one can be sure of the future, so, if your mac is running well apart from the above then dont be concerned untill a problem occurs.

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