Does this come with an SSD and does it use the TRIM feature
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No, this model comes only with an HDD. SSD is possible, but you can either upgrade it yourself or order a custom-built system at Lenovo. The reason why you will not find an SSD in standard reseller configurations is because SSD adds up to the cost quite a bit, and this particular series is targeting a lower price audience. Since it doesn't have SSD, there is no TRIM feature either.
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No it does not . I added a solid state drive I bought for only 63.00 ( 128 GB). The computer runs a lot faster with the SSD.
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no, it does not have a SSD, but instead it has a 1TB SSHD with a 8GB Nand Flash which is fast enough. But if you are into intense read/write operations you can buy the samsung evo 840 SSD, they are great. I did it on the very next week of the laptop arrival.
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Hi Brandon, I'm Jewel with Kingston Technical Support. All of our SSDs use LSI Sandforce controllers and support TRIM. The TRIM function will work as long as the operating system installed supports this function, Windows 7/8.x support TRIM. For any further assistance, please call us at 1-800-435-0640 (USA and Canada only) M - F 6am - 6pm PT and I or another available Technician will assist you. Thank you for selecting Kingston as your upgrade partner.
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Hi! Mine actually does have ssd, 128 gb, not much but enough to store Windows 8 (by default) and Ubuntu 14.04 (the OS that I really use) in two partitions, and it works well; the rest I store it somewhere outside the hard disk (external hard drive, google drive, etc).
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Yes. It is installed the same way as a hard drive. You can even install both of them if you want. But note that, the ssd is for more speed at saving but have less memory. Hope this could help. Have a good day
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No, as others mentioned, this model (depends on which one you buy) does not have HDD or SSD which is one of many reasons I like it and have several of them in that I can pick and choose which HDD/SSDs to put into them... The last two I just ordered will have Seagate 600 Pro 480GB SSDs and a Seagate 4TB HDD for their storage.
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You know that is a excellent question. All the specs on different websites say it has a 500Gb HDD with a 32GB SSD hybrid. Although when I search through my system properties I do not see the 32GB partition listed. Do you know exactly how I would know? I would think that the model numbers specs would be universal.
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If you order it, check the model that arrives. Mine didn't have the SSD. I called Amazon and sent it back for one with the SSD. Waiting on the replacement... EDIT - its there, just not user accessible, see below:
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It has both, the ssd is a cache drive which makes it boot and respond much quicker.
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Works fine but XP does not support TRIM (look it up) you must use supplied Magician software to keep up speed.Also check out partition alignment. I think these drives are best used as a System drive with traditional disk as Data drive. (Multi Drive System). Make sure you create Recovery Disks for re-installation. Samsung transfer softwarewill not transfer Recovery Partition. Also buy drive kit (not bare drive) with transfer cable and mounting hardware.Hope this helps.
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I don't actually remember that distinction, but Windows has to be on the 500 GB regular HD or otherwise the SSD would be of no use or consequence. Speed is not the operative parameter with this computer.
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The item is a barebone, it does not include system memory or storage. Please note, the system will not accept a 2.5" form factor SSD. Instead, mSata SSD must be used.
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Yes, it does. It's a hybrid SSD/HDD with the 8GB used as a cache drive to quickly access your pagefile and other regularly used programs. Not near as fast as a true SSD, but it will speed up boot times and load times for programs you use often.
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Presuming you meant HDD the main difference that SSD has no moving parts, is faster, more energy efficient and more stable.
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Just the SSD. You will need a cable to attach it to you USB before you can use it.https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/41jJZ%2BMWYfL._SY100_.jpg was the one I used.
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I haven't messed with the hdd yet, so I don't know about installing a ssd. The 2 blank memory slots are very easy to access and you can quickly plug in more RAM.
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Yes, it does. I called Amazon who confirmed with Dell, so I ordered it and saw for myself that this model does indeed include the 32gb ssd.