Silly SSD question

i am changing my SSD to a bigger one.... is crucial.com in par with macsales.com?
crucial is about 100$ cheaper than macsales though
or which do you think is a better company for SSD which is also cheap though
opinions and explanations please
thank you

In terms of quality and customer support I put them on par with each other. Personally and professionally I've had great service from both companies. In the early days of SSDs I gave OWC the nod because firmware upgrades from vendors tended to be Windows centric even when they began releasing firmware upgrades that Mac owners could use, the instructions were often quite daunting. The playing field is more level today - at least for those of us who have optical drives.

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how do i removel the silly security questions, i purchased music in the past and now it asking for them and i can't remember the answers. I dont like this feature if it remembers and verifys your password

Click here for information. If the option to have the answers emailed to you isn't available or doesn't work(the email may take a few hours to arrive), contact the iTunes Store staff via the link in the 'Additional Information' section of that article.
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Silly console question.

Hello All -
I have several 210's up and running happily.
I need to console into one which has gone down.
Using a Cat5E patch cord, and the supplied db-9 to rj45 adapter that came with the server, the silver adapter...I believe it's part number 530-3600-xx?
Connecting to the rj45 serial management port on the back of the server.
Using Hyperterm, 9600 8N1, no flow control (tried hardware and software).
I get 0 output to the console. Powering the server off and on, same problem.
I've swapped laptops, cables, connectors.
Any thoughts as to what the heck I'm missing?

There is no such thing as silly console question ;o)
Try to use your cable on another server ...
Unfortunately the silvery thingies provided by Sun are sometimes DTE (Term) sometimes DCE(Modem). Don't ask
In some occasions using a straight through Cat5 cable is enough to DTE - DCE thing straighten up (it 'swaps' pins 3 & 6 on the RJ45 by sendin 3 to 3 and 6 to 6 the Orand & Orange/White Pair)(see sunfan's post http://forum.java.sun.com/thread.jspa?threadID=5248128&tstart=0) if it does not work try a CrossOver cable in lieu of Straight through (3 to 6 on RJ45)
If things are still not working, which can be the case if V210 needs more than Ground get a standard CISCO DB9 to RJ45 cable to connect to the Serial RJ45 at the back of the server.
If there is nothing of the above working build your own cable, I did mine cutting a DB25 Null Modem cable right in the middle and splicing the wires back (matching colours) together and then cut one end off a Cat5 and slice with the previous Null Modem as follow (see table). One DB25 end would then be DTE and the other one DCE ... I haven't find a server that does not want to print out something ... unless the connector is oxidised (that happens too).
DTE
DB-9     DB-25 Signal Function Adapter RJ-45
8 5 CTS Clear To Send Blue 1
1 8 DCD Data Carrier Detect Orange 2
2 3 RD Received Data Black 3
5 7 SG Signal Ground Red 4
5 7 SG Signal Ground Green 5
3 2 TD Transmitted Data Yellow 6
4 20 DTR Data Terminal Ready Brown 7
7 4 RTS Request To Send White 8
6 6 DSR Data Set Ready     -     -
9 22 RI Ring Indicator     -     -
The console may have been redirected to TTYB ... but at least you should see the ALOM logging.
All the best
Cheers
B.
Sorry the post does not show the table properly ... just tab it.
Edited by: Fortever on Jan 3, 2008 10:42 AM

DVD Rom, RAM, and SSD question(s)

I purchased a nice T400 (6475-B14) on Ebay and I have upgraded a number of items on it to get it to where I want it.
I upgraded the OS to W7 Pro, put in a Lenovo 4GB RAM stick (now I have a 4GB and a 2GB), and I swapped out the HDD for an Intel X-25 G2 80GB SSD.
90% of the time the machine is great, however I have run into a few problems and I'm really hoping that someone here can help me.
The first issue, is the fact that every once in a while the machine can't start. I end up having to restore the machine using R&R. I don't know what could be the issue. I've replaced the OS and HDD so I'm not sure what to do next. I am by no means a computer expert, but could the mis-matched RAM (1X4GB with 1X2GB) be causing the problem? I don't mind getting another 4GB stick, but if it won't do anything to fix the issue I don't want to waste the money.
Number two, I'm trying to burn an image recovery disk, but according to the Nero Tool I can't write with my drive (HL-DT-St DVD-ROM DU10N). Do I need additional software? I find it hard to believe that Lenovo would include a drive that only reads and is not capable of writing on DVD or CD, but based on the searches I've done on this forum and others, I can't find any other answer.
Lastly, the SSD seems to be working great (I've only had to restore the system once since installing it, see issue number one), but I see in the Lenovo download site there is an ISO file for SSD's. However since I can't burn a DVD, I can't burn the ISO file. So my question(s) is/are do I really need the software? Can I use my Apple Mac Pro at home to burn the ISO file and then use that disk to install the software?
Sorry for the long, rambling questions, but I have tried to search a number of forums and the internet in general and I haven't been able find the answers.
Thanks!
GBA

hello mate,
For your first issue the RAM can be the problem. U can mix different size of RAM but make sure to use DDR3 PC3-8500 or DDR3 PC3-10600 memory. And also the T400 does not support ECC be careful to don't mix ECC and non ECC memory.
For your second question your HL-DT-St DVD-ROM DU10N is just a DVD ROM reader and it's not capable to write any CD or DVD.
I don't know about the software for your SSD but if it's an ISO file for windows you can burn it with a mac it won't make a difference. All discs burned on the Mac work across platforms.
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Would this ssd be compatible with my laptop? http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820147193
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hi jchoy,
In addition to what davidteyuwang have said, you can migrate the OS from the HDD to the SSD if you don't have a Windows 8 disc to clean install the OS into the SSD.
To do this, you need to:
1. Insert the 2.5" SSD into a USB 2.5" SATA enclosure (the SSD will act like an external drive)
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3. Download and install Paragon Backup & Recovery 12 Home (free trial) and migrate the OS from the HDD to the SSD
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4. When done, shut the computer OFF, remove the stock HDD amd replace it with the SSD and Windows 8 should now boot from the SSD.
Hope this helps
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Mac SSD Question

I have a quick question about my mac's hard drive. My buddy gave me a Corsair 128GB Solid State Drive (p/n: cssd-p3128gb2) and wanted to know if it will fit\work with my early 2008 macbook pro (p/n MB134LL/A).
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As long as the Corsair SSD is a slim model it will fit/work.

Solid State Drive (SSD) Questions for G4 "Sawtooth".

Below are some questions concerning using a Solid State Drive (SSD) in a G4 "Sawtooth".
Would a controller card need to be installed for an SSD to work in this machine?
Would the G4 be able to operate in Classic mode with the SSD?
Would the G4 be able to boot into OS 9 with the SSD?
Should the SSD be used only for booting and applications, with user data stored on another drive that does not use SSD technology (such as an ATA or SATA drive)?
Should only 50% of the drive space be used, in order to ensure optimized performance?
Would the G4 only be able to use the first 128 MB of drive space of an SSD that has a capacity greater than 128 MB? If so, would either of the below cards enable the G4 to read the entire drive?
[http://eshop.macsales.com/item/ACARD/AEC6280M>
[http://eshop.macsales.com/item/ACARD/AEC6880M>
-John

Would a controller card need to be installed for an SSD to work in this machine?
One like this:
http://eshop.macsales.com/item/Sonnet%20Technology/TSATA/
Would the G4 be able to operate in Classic mode with the SSD?
Yes.
Would the G4 be able to boot into OS 9 with the SSD?
Depends on the controller card, but with the linked card, it shouldn't be an issue.
Should the SSD be used only for booting and applications, with user data stored on another drive that does not use SSD technology (such as an ATA or SATA drive)?
Smaller capacity drives will limit file storage, and keeping OS and applications separate always improves performance, regardless of the drive type.
http://www.jcsenterprises.com/Japamacs_Page/Blog/00E03B83-1ADA-406E-A940-396D39F 598EA.html
Should only 50% of the drive space be used, in order to ensure optimized performance?
SSD's can be filled further, but should maintain 20GB or more for virtual memory.
Would the G4 only be able to use the first 128 MB of drive space of an SSD that has a capacity greater than 128 MB?
A controller card removes that limit.
If so, would either of the below cards enable the G4 to read the entire drive?
Those controllers will work for and allow use of large capacity ATA drives.

GE 70 2OE SSD Question

Hello ,
1- What is the model of this SSD GE 70 2OE ? Sandisk ? Kingston ? Please Model Name ?
2- How Much Life SSD ? 1 Year ? 2 Year ?

Quote from: Rudolphus on 01-August-13, 17:24:46
Hello ,
1- What is the model of this SSD GE 70 2OE ? Sandisk ? Kingston ? Please Model Name ?
2- How Much Life SSD ? 1 Year ? 2 Year ?
I don't think you'll be able to easily get an answer for either of these questions.....
Your best bet is to contact MSI directly and ask them the question. Either way, #2 will most likely be around 5 years if moderately used (ie you move 10GB of data/day on average).
>>How to contact MSI.<<

Changing HDD for SSD QUESTION (U410)

Is any data held on the 500GB drive at time of reset?
Basically my question is, can I simply swap the 500gb HDD for a 250gb SSD without problems of so when I reset the Windows8 install etc will work as usual?
I will use the one click recovery button, and reset everything, except this time on the 250gb SSD.
HELP?

hi shoutingdog,
Welcome to Lenovo Community Forums!
First Before you change any setting or setup,
Create a backupdrive first of your WIndows 8 using this Method and let's Name that as your Repair Image.
Download and install belarc advisor to get the product key.
The HDD will have everything, your Windows 8 Os and even the Onekey Recovery Partition, so removing your HDD will render the One click recovery button Not working.
Two ways to install windows 8 back to the blank SSD.
1 You will need an external mount for your SSD or HDD where the scenario should be both SSD and HDD are connected to the computer so you can clone the HDD to your SSD.
(If the clone failed then you can use the Repair Image)
2 You can use a retail copy or any installer copy of Windows 8 and install that to your SSD, if asked for a product key, use the Key extracted using the Belarc advisor.
Any driver needs you can download from Support.lenovo.com
Again The Preloaded HDD Contains the Recovery partition, and the One click feature will look for the HDD where it is saved.
Best Regards
Solid Cruver
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Septre 15 xt ssd question

I've just purchased a Septre 15xt touchsmart. I ordered the 128 ssd drive because no larger was available but the salesman assured me I could upgrade later. In further research I've discovered that the standard sized ssd aren't being used. The machine instead uses a msata ssd. Why is the question. The machine is offered with a small ssd and a normal hard drive. Can a regular sized ssd be added to the machine where the hard drive would have sat?

You're very welcome.
That I wouldn't know for sure.
I don't see why you couldn't have had a "normal" SSD in place of the mechanical hard drive.
The problem is a normal 9.5mm SSD won't physically fit in your notebook, and since you need to transfer the mounting hardware from the mechanical drive to the SSD, it's a no go.
So, if you were to get a 7.0mm SSD (if there is such a thing), I would say that it would probably work.
The problem is the operating system.
You need to have access to the exact version of the W8 installation media that came with your PC.
That is because with Microsoft Activation 3.0, the W8 product key is embedded in the BIOS, and when you use a DVD to install W8, that key automatically populates the installation, and there is no way anyone knows of to change it.
So, what some folks have wanted to do was to upgrade their PC's to W8 Pro, and they downloaded the upgrade for the special price of $39.99 only to find out that their "regular' (non-Pro) W8 key automatically is entered during the install and invalidates the install. And then they can't change the key like you can with XP, Vista or W7 when activation fails or the product key is invalid.
I imagine that if a customer wants to upgrade from the standard W8 to W8 Pro, they need to use the anytime upgrade method from within the operating system currently installed on their notebook.

U330 Touch - SSD Question

Hi, I recently bought a U330 Touch i7. I hadn't realized that it shipped with a HDD/SSD combination drive. When I booted it up I found the main OS installed on the HDD along with a load of other applications, then on the SSD drive was only McAfee and a load of drivers. The HDD is 500GB (or near enough) and the SSD 25GB. The unit is ST500LM000-1EJ162. THe SSD appears as a separate driver in file explorer but seems to be a partition of the main HDD in disk utility.
I have a couple of questions that I can't seem to find answers to by looking around on the site:
1. Should I just install the applications I am most likely to use straight onto the SSD - so MS Office, Chrome, Unity and a couple of steam games - assuming the benefit on having them on the SSD is going to be worth it.
2. I was told by someone it might be a hybrid drive and the migration of software from the HDD to SSD would be handled by some software. Is it a hybrid drive?
3. Can I actually reinstall the OS directly on the SSD and would the benefit be worth the hassle of the reinstall?
4. If I do re-install can I get the installation files for the OS and associated software that shipped with the machine from Lenovo direct?
Sorry for so many questions, but its my first SSD and there seems to be a lot of conflicting information out there.
Thanks in advance.
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You don't want to use the WD as the recovery drive, you want to use a flash drive. Recovery and the factory load should fit on a 16 Gb flash drive. This will be used to refresh or repair the OS if you ever have the problem of not being able to boot.
The WD should be used to backup your current configuration since it will be so large. As you do Windows updates and install more programs and save more files, this backup should be replaced on the WD on a regular basis.
The recovery flash drive will only be used to boot and install the original OS that your machine came with, or to repair or refresh the OS. Then you will use the backup from the WD to put the current OS back on.
Once you make the flash drive, I would test it to make sure it boots and goes into the recovery environment.
Again, the WD will only be used for backing up your current configuration and should be updated regularly.
I've never tried to use an external hard drive as a recovery drive, it might or might not work. The instructions are pretty specific so I doubt that it will
You're welcome to try it though.
Dave
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Getting a new MacBook Pro: HDD or SSD question

Hey everyone!
I'm about to get a new MacBook Pro, and there'sone problem I need a little help solving.
I could either get a 500gb 7200rpm HDD at noextra charge, OR I could get a 128gb SSD for an additional $90. I'm slightlyleaning towards the SSD for the general reasons you've all probably heard aboutby now.
Now let me just explain my reasoning here a bit. Ishould say beforehand that I already plan on getting a 1TB external USB drive,regardless of which internal drive I get. So space isn't really the issue.
From what I understand, if I were to buy the MBPwith the 500gb HDD and just buy an SSD separately, that would total me around$220 (the price of a 128gb SSD nowadays). However, if I were to buy the laptopwith the SSD and then buy a 500 gb HDD at 7200 rpm, it would cost me $90 + $70= $160. So I'd be saving money by buying the SSD with the MBP it seems, noteven counting the fact that I could sell the SSD for a higher price than what Iactually bought it for!
I know it sounds like I might already have myanswers, but I basically have three questions:
1) Does that argument make sense to you? As in,is there anything I'm missing or not considering?
2) Does anyone know what brand of SSD Apple shipsin MBP nowadays?
3) I was planning on using my SSD for theOS/applications, and using the 1TB HDD for files/music/movies etc. Is that anideal setup or is there something I'm missing about that as well?
I'd appreciate any helpful answers. Thanks!

1 - Everyone has their own way of looking at it...
2 - Toshiba but it can always change...
3 - seems ok, iTunes might not really like to have all the files in an external drive but it seems ok...
P.s.- 1TB will not be enough... LOL... try something bigger like a 3TB drive (think future friendly)

MSI X99S XPower AC LGA 2011-v3 M.2 SSD Question

I am planning on purchasing the MSI X99S XPower AC LGA 2011-v3 mobo, using the Haswell Intel® Core™ i7-5820K Processor. I have two questions:
1.) I am going to purchase a crucial 512GB SSD. My question is should I purchase the:
- Crucial M550 512GB SATA M.2 Type 2280 Internal Solid State Drive CT512M550SSD4, or
- Crucial M550 512GB SATA 2.5" 7mm (with 9.5mm adapter) Internal Solid State Drive CT512M550SSD1
If I understand this correctly, the first option (M.2) should be noticeable faster?
2.) Any recommendations on Crucial DDR4 memory? I am going to start with 16 GB, so should I get one stick of 16, or 8GBx2? I believe there are 8 slots, and if so, do I need to fill them in groups of two, or does this not matter? Any recommendation for which ones to use to get my 16?
Thanks! I need to bust out the wallet tomorrow to build my new system.

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1.) I am going to purchase a crucial 512GB SSD. My question is should I purchase the:
- Crucial M550 512GB SATA M.2 Type 2280 Internal Solid State Drive CT512M550SSD4, or
- Crucial M550 512GB SATA 2.5" 7mm (with 9.5mm adapter) Internal Solid State Drive CT512M550SSD1
If I understand this correctly, the first option (M.2) should be noticeable faster?
The only difference between the both is the M.2 or SATA 2.5" format. Both are using an SATA interface. The M550 in M.2 format can't utilize the extra bandwith of M.2 as it's controler controler is just SATA. So what you will choose is just up to your format preference.
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2.) Any recommendations on Crucial DDR4 memory? I am going to start with 16 GB, so should I get one stick of 16, or 8GBx2? I believe there are 8 slots, and if so, do I need to fill them in groups of two, or does this not matter? Any recommendation for which ones to use to get my 16?
LGA 2011-v3 is a quad channel platform so get a 4x4 GB kit. Single (one stick) or dual (two sticks) channel will slow system performance.

Silly iPhone question

Hi there,
I bought an iPhone on Friday, and Its awesome....I have a slightly silly question though;
How safe is it to use in the shower? When I say in the shower, I mean just in the bathroom while the shower is on? I dont make a habit of this but if Im expecting a call and I am showering, I sometimes take my phone with me.
Is the iPhone sealed enough to withstand the humidity/steam in the room? Im not talking like a sauna, but just how the bathroom gets after a shower.
Ive had some phones which have bee practically waterproof, whereas others have broken just by having them in a steamed room?
I know this sounds so stupid but it would be good to know!
Thanks

No the iphone is not safe to use in the shower or near any type of water or steam rooms, theres been a few threads where the iphones have been dropped into pools or lakes and have not functioned afterwards, the iphone is not sealed to protect it from moisture.

(Silly) CSS question

I have a somewhat silly question the way the browser handles
or more precicely loads stylesheets.
I always assumed that the stylesheet for a web site remains
in the browsers cache, so it gets basically loaded once, and given
that each page links to the same sheet, doesn't get reloaded. Is
that correct?
So related to that, do background images that are implemented
using CSS remain in the browser cache as well?
As I said, I always assumed, but never checked...
Aji

> Is that correct?
Yes.
> So related to that, do background images that are
implemented using CSS
> remain
> in the browser cache as well?
Yes.
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handles or more
>precicely
> loads stylesheets.
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> I always assumed that the stylesheet for a web site
remains in the
> browsers
> cache, so it gets basically loaded once, and given that
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> the
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> So related to that, do background images that are
implemented using CSS
> remain
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> As I said, I always assumed, but never checked...
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