is this kit cloned with other brand SSD beside Corsair SSD? Do I need to download the updated software if I clone SSD with my desktop or not working?
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It has been a while since I used this, so I don't remember all of the details. I used it once to go from a smaller SSD to a larger SSD and it worked perfectly (both SSDs were Intel). Then I tried to go from a larger HDD to an SSD (even though there was adequate space), but it didn't work, and the help line told me that the kit was not designed to do that and would not work. So I got a copy of Ghost to do the task.
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Will work with any 2.5 inch drive but not 3.5 because of the voltage difference
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Yes, I used it on another brand SSD. The CD that came as a part of the kit was all I needed, updates are available but I have not needed them when using the CD supplied.
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sometimes, i buy 3 SSD kingston, but not all the software allow me to manage the partitions to be clone at will.I will say 60% of the time works fine.
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You should be able to clone an SSD with this adapter, but some folks have reported issues with booting after doing so. I suspect it could be a sector alignment issue, use a smart cloning software and it should work.
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There seem to be different versions of the same basic model. Mine came with a 250 gb spinning platter drive. I put a 128 gb ssd in for about 80 bucks. The kit by monster made that super simple and you can reuse the software and cable for other computers. RAM seems to vary as well. I have three of these 1 from work and 2 bought used.
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Hi, I got this in February from Amazon and I have been very happy with the performance of the Corsair 256 GB model I recieved. I did some real world transfers using a stop watch and a 5.23 GB file transferred from my internal SSD to the Corsair in about 26.7 seconds. A smaller file at 2.26 GB transferred in about 11.6 (remember I am pressing the button) so both clock in at about 200 MB/Sec writes. I downloaded and tested it with BlackMagic disk speed test and it consistently 170 write and 290 read speeds and Blackmagic says it would support writing at 1080p24 at 10 bit YUV 4:2:2 (whatever that means). I have even run a couple of VM's on it with VMware with acceptable performance. Hope this helps
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No software. Only a plastic thin frame to mount the ssd. Look for superclone best cloner software
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As long as your SSD has a SATA port that will fit in the Clone device, it will work. I have cloned from a HDD to a SSD using the CyberTech device.
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Hi, I'm Jewel with Kingston Technical Support and would like to clarify. The USB enclosure provided in the notebook upgrade kit. Is a USB 2.0 enclosure, meant to be used to clone your original hdd to our ssd. It can be used to store your original hdd as well.
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Pretty straight forward if you have built a PC before. Just need to make absolutely sure you order the right notebook memory and SSD drive that work with it. Happy to help you with that. You also need to know how to load an operating system from a flash drive. scanseattle@gmail.com
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I agree with P. Brockhaus. SuperDuper or Carbon Copy Cloner are great ways to make bootable clones of your existing Mac disk to a SSD. You don't really need to do a 'clean install' but you can if you want. I've installed SSDs in three Mac Minis and a MacBook Pro w/o doing a 'clean install' with no issues at all. Carbon Copy Cloner will also create and install the hidden Recovery partition onto your new SSD. SuperDuper will not. However, if you make regular bootable backups (which you should!), the Recovery partition becomes less important. If you're the type who never backs up, I would recommend using Carbon Copy Cloner for your new SSD installation as this will also put the Recovery partition on your SSD.... but your Recovery partition is not a substitute for regular backups! Regardless of how you install your new SSD, it is important to backup regularly. I find user interface on SuperDuper to be more intuitive and friendlier, but of course that's a judgement call and personal preference. The free version of SuperDuper does the 'basics' but the paid-for version unlocks some very useful features for scheduling and automating unattended bootable backups. It's reasonably priced and worth the money IMHO. Good luck!
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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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Hi. I don't know, since I mounted a main disk 240 Gb Corsair Force SSD and let a 750 Gb WD Caviar Black for storage I did not looked again in WD offers. This is crap and if it is discontinued much better for all the people who will not waist money for nothing. I let is for storage but disconeccted. I only connet it and save something there from time to time. Regards
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When I used the software that came with the SSD, it only copied the data. You can set up a second partition with a partition program after your done.
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When I got mine what I did was download a free copy of Macrium Reflect, then use the clone option. I had to call Microsoft to reactivate, but it was really easy (it was only on 1 computer - that's the only question they asked). Then I installed the Samsung Magician software, and told it to change all of Window's settings to maximum performance for a SSD.
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I am not sure about the UEFI bios, can I can confirm that SSD comes with the latest firmware. I ccompared the firmware on my drive with the latest firmware on the crucial web site, and it was up to date. I hope this helps
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It depends in which software that you use, I believe there is some paid software that can clone only the OS but as always it is recommended to just reinstall straight onto the SSD
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Yesthose are all pretty universal these days so by all means feel free to upgrade to SSD :)Enjoy :)