Does this device require a special drive type or can I plug any SSD SATA drive into it without an extra adapter?
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Hi ChrisL, I imagine you've made your decision, but something important for others to keep in mind is this: this device will NOT work properly with large SSDs (256Gb and higher). If you google "Seagate Thunderbolt adapter disconnect" you'll see countless posts. So if you want to use Seagate drives, you'll probably fine. However, if you, like me, wanted to hook up a high-cap SSD for portable work, then do not buy this sucker. Apparently it's a power issue.
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The short answer is that the electronics (SATA) are compatible, but the physical alignment might be a problem with drives in cases.The longer answer is the GoFlex series is just SATA drives in cases that fit seamlessly with the backplanes. The backplanes are all standard SATA. So, the only thing to worry about is if the drive SATA drive has a case that gets in the way or if a bare drive lines up without putting too much physical bending stress on the connector. Luckily, the adapters are no too raised off the backplane to wok with bare drives. However, with larger external drive cases this can be a problem. The short answer is that the electronics (SATA) are compatible, but the physical alignment might be a problem with drives in cases.The longer answer is the GoFlex series is just SATA drives in cases that fit seamlessly with the backplanes. The backplanes are all standard SATA. So, the only thing to worry about is if the drive SATA drive has a case that gets in the way or if a bare drive lines up without putting too much physical bending stress on the connector. Luckily, the adapters are no too raised off the backplane to wok with bare drives. However, with larger external drive... » Read More The short answer is that the electronics (SATA) are compatible, but the physical alignment might be a problem with drives in cases.The longer answer is the GoFlex series is just SATA drives in cases that fit seamlessly with the backplanes. The backplanes are all standard SATA. So, the only thing to worry about is if the drive SATA drive has a case that gets in the way or if a bare drive lines up without putting too much physical bending stress on the connector. Luckily, the adapters are no too raised off the backplane to wok with bare drives. However, with larger external drive cases this can be a problem. « Show Less
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adapter works great, but the only issue I had was when I tried another brand of hard drive not a seagate on it, it crawled at a snails pace. Switched it to even an old internal 2.5 from a macbook and it flew. It must look for a seagate firmware drive too.
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Hi ChrisL ... I have used many different drives with this device. SSD and normal 2.5 inch laptop drives... just plug it in, you do not need any casings or adapters... real "plug and play". Just be careful of what SSD you get.... I fried 2 OWC Mercury Electra SSD .... no refund (they didn't burned with this device, relax. The failed with original OWC casings while transferring large files...)
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Hi, mine worked strait away plug and play with Vertex 4 obviously via Thunderbolt. Works like a charm to this day.
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I was using it with a Samsung 830 SSD as a boot drive (Mac) and it would occasionally drop off. (Disconnect) I contacted Seagate because I thought the adapter might be defective and they said this adapter was not designed to work with an SSD. The folks at the Barefeats website had tested the GoFlex with SSDs and told me they did not recommend it. I now only use it with an SSD for a short period of time, for example to get a large file off quickly.
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You need a SATA to USB converter with power. Something like: http://www.amazon.com/Sabrent-Converter-Supply-Activity-EC-AHDD/dp/B00CPGYNV4/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1383744478&sr=8-4&keywords=SATA+USB
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This actually works with any sata drive. The SSD will get hot during the clone operation. That's normal. Takes more power to write flash based memory so more heat is produced. SSD runs cooler during normal boot. Apple cables do not get very hot but all the other cables do. This adapter runs hot all the time reading or writing. With a regular drive add a couple rubber feet to the end to support the drive correctly. This makes a air gap that helps with cooling.
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Good question, it works with every other SATA .. it shouldn't be a problem. I haven't tried it on an SSD.
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Unless they upgraded the kit, the adapter is USB2 not USB3. The adapter is mainly just used to clone the drive, so shouldn't be a major issue. Once you install the SSD as your primary drive, you can always use the adapter to reconnect your old drive, which normally will have a hard time saturating the USB 2 speed.
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I bought two types of adapters. I did not use this one. I used the HDE SATA to PATA/IDE Hard Drive Interface Adapter shown for $6.50. I used it to connect a SATA Optical DVD player to the IDE cable. It worked fine. I would expect it to work with a SATA SSD Go to http://www.amazon.com/HDE-SATA-Drive-Interface-Adapter/dp/B002Y2NI4M/ref=sr_1_2?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1405960951&sr=1-2&keywords=HDE%C2%AE+SATA+to+IDE%2FIDE+Adapter&dpPl=1
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It is a standard SATA connector. I added an SSD to mine first thing. Warning: This will void the warranty.
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If your drive has an mSATA, then it's OK. You can also get a SATA to USB adapter to get the data out.
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Most Sata connectors are backwards compatible. Just do a quick Google search.
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My understanding is that this is a SATA hard drive, without the "Drive". You have to have an adapter of some form to plug it into a sata port, or you may have a mother board with a MSATA socket.
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you probably need a SATA Cable, and also some brackets to mount the SSD. As the packaging don't come with brackets.
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I bought that computer for my son, he loves it, no problems. Unfortunately I don't know what a ssd drive is, nor does he, so I can't give you any info on that.
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I haven't done that so I can't completely answer but really any SSD should work in it. This laptop really boots up fast compared to a regular HD. I suspect it is one of the new hybrids.
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The device uses a standard SATA port. I personally don't really like the device and am planning on getting a better more costly version. It worked for me once...and not a couple of other times when i tried to clone with it.
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I was never able to even get it to work with a standard PC SATA drive, sorry
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Yes, it works just like any other SATA drive. Just plug it in. But the big benefit is speed. An SSD makes a huge difference, but be sure to activate the "Rapid" function via the enclosed software from SamSung, you get another 100% boost in benchmark speed. I would do a fresh install of Windows and programs. However, Samsung does include a "clone" software for the SSD that has one function, all or nothing, and works very, very well. Try that first if you have a system and programs that you want to migrate to the new computer. But if you are new to Lenovo, the best long-term is to make everything fresh so there are no Qwirks.
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Yes, SD in drive bay is OK. There is also an mSATA connector on the mother board that can be used for SSD.