Which SSD hdd for t410s?

Hi Guys
I want to to install a SSD HDD into my T410s: has any one done this before?
1) will it make it faster?
2) which SSD will fit no problem?
Tom
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yes it will be faster, but you need to look for 1.8 inch SSD, they are pretty rare now and not cheap.
Look for something like Intel X-18m.
Also you could remove the optical drive and put in a 2.5 inch SSD into that caddy if you want. This maybe a cheaper, and you won't get any speed penalty, as the main hdd and the optical drive bay uses SATAII connection.
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