Does anyone know if this would fit into my Alienware M17X? And is it true the migration software offers is not worth the extra money???
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It will fit in your AlienWare M17X, if you replace your existing 2.5" hard drive. If you use the Samsung migration software (http://www.samsung.com/global/business/semiconductor/samsungssd/downloads.html), be aware of the following limitations:- On systems with three (3) drive letters or more (e.g. "C:", "D:", and "E:" drives) with the operating system installed on the "C:" drive, only the first two consecutive drives will be cloned ("C:" and "D:" drives). The "System" partition that is created during Windows installation is automatically replicated.- OEM recovery partitions, generated at the factory by computer manufacturers, cannot be replicated. It will fit in your AlienWare M17X, if you replace your existing 2.5" hard drive. If you use the Samsung migration software (http://www.samsung.com/global/business/semiconductor/samsungssd/downloads.html), be aware of the following limitations:- On systems with three (3) drive letters or more (e.g. "C:", "D:", and "E:" drives) with the operating system installed on the "C:" drive, only the first two consecutive drives will be cloned ("C:" and "D:" drives). The "System" partition that is created during... » Read More It will fit in your AlienWare M17X, if you replace your existing 2.5" hard drive. If you use the Samsung migration software (http://www.samsung.com/global/business/semiconductor/samsungssd/downloads.html), be aware of the following limitations:- On systems with three (3) drive letters or more (e.g. "C:", "D:", and "E:" drives) with the operating system installed on the "C:" drive, only the first two consecutive drives will be cloned ("C:" and "D:" drives). The "System" partition that is created during Windows installation is automatically replicated.- OEM recovery partitions, generated at the factory by computer manufacturers, cannot be replicated. « Show Less
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The migration software comes free even with the bare drive unit. Just go to www.samsung.com/samsungssd for the latest data migration tool, do not use Norton, it is bad.While doing the migration, don't work on the laptop so you wouldn't be fighting with the tool for access to the files.
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I dont know about the alienware, but if it takes a standard 2.5" drive you should be ok. Iput one in an HP G60. I had to take the mounting braket off the original hard drive that had failed and install it on the SSD. I did a clean install of windows 8 and did not bother with the software. I was able to put my music and pics on a flash drive and they transfered no problem. Hope this helps somewhat. I do reccomend this drive. It was more $ than a conventional drive but I feel it was worth it.
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Wouldn't you rather reinstall your programs and such onto the new drive and not copy everything over? I have had less issues starting from scratch than imaging it.Alienware should use standard sized drives unless everything is on a mSSD.
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It will fit in your AlienWare M17X, if you replace your existing 2.5" hard drive. If you use the Samsung migration software (http://www.samsung.com/global/business/semiconductor/samsungssd/downloads.html), be aware of the following limitations: - On systems with three (3) drive letters or more (e.g. "C:", "D:", and "E:" drives) with the operating system installed on the "C:" drive, only the first two consecutive drives will be cloned ("C:" and "D:" drives). The "System" partition that is created during Windows installation is automatically replicated. - OEM recovery partitions, generated at the factory by computer manufacturers, cannot be replicated.
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Please let me know if this worked out ok,,I have an Alienware M14xr2..I wouldnt mind having an ssd in
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It was smaller than the 2.5 inch hard drive in my laptop so I can't imagine why not. If you presently have a 2.5, it should fit. Sorry, can't answer the second from this experience, but from the past, you should be able to find some free software to migrate
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I don't understand, did buy an overpriced Alienware and now want to gut it and put different parts in it? Or did you just get an Alienware case?
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Yea I have read in multiple sources that it is 1 RAM slot filled with a 1 gig stick that you remove and replace with the $20 buck 2 gig stick. I'm curious how cheap these 1 gig sticks are going to go for sale for and if there is any thing a computer builder/hacker could do with all the extra EEE 1 gig sticks out there. I'm still curious why they couldn't just cost the extra $20 and come maxed out.
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I tried a Incase sleeve for an Alienware M15x and the sleeve was way too thin. The sleeve wouldn't zip up. You could try to get a sleeve one or two inches bigger, but you'd lose the snug fit.
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Amazing finding so many different opinions here about fitting a MX 18.4 Alienware laptop. I believe your are absolutely right from what I can glean now all around. So now its back to researching the right size envelope. It does however look that the "Splash Resistant Neoprene Laptop Case By DURAGADGET" will work. Then taking this DURAGADGET sleeve and putting it into a larger bag to prevent scratching and easy out and in laptop transfer during flights and travel. Many Thanks...
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Laptops aren't known for being very upgradable or expandable (except for an expansion slot on some or swapping RAM). Replacing a processor is not a simple task, even if you find a compatible one. And even then you're wasting your money (spend it instead on a different laptop). Integrated graphics would be part of the motherboard, not sure if there's an expansion slot for another graphics card but if you want something for gaming, don't get this laptop. Spend your graphics and CPU money towards a higher end laptop.
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I don't know. If the Alienware M11x accepts or already has a 2.5 inch SATA hard drive then it should fit. It fit an Acer laptop just fine and works just fine. I'm going to make the assumption that you are using a laptop for gaming. You are going to have to look at the specs and see if the seek time for the SpinPoint SATA hard drive is fast enough for your purposes. To install the replacement hard drive you must make a complete backup by burning DVD's before cracking the computer case to replace the hard drive as you need the whole operating system and all of your applications saved before swapping out your hard drive. I presume it will fit. I don't know. If the Alienware M11x accepts or already has a 2.5 inch SATA hard drive then it should fit. It fit an Acer laptop just fine and works just fine. I'm going to make the assumption that you are using a laptop for gaming. You are going to have to look at the specs and see if the seek time for the SpinPoint SATA hard drive is fast enough for your purposes. To install the replacement hard drive you must make a complete backup by burning DVD's before cracking the computer case to replace the hard drive as you need the whole operating system and all of your applications saved before... » Read More I don't know. If the Alienware M11x accepts or already has a 2.5 inch SATA hard drive then it should fit. It fit an Acer laptop just fine and works just fine. I'm going to make the assumption that you are using a laptop for gaming. You are going to have to look at the specs and see if the seek time for the SpinPoint SATA hard drive is fast enough for your purposes. To install the replacement hard drive you must make a complete backup by burning DVD's before cracking the computer case to replace the hard drive as you need the whole operating system and all of your applications saved before swapping out your hard drive. I presume it will fit. « Show Less
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Is the M18x alienware it works perfectly well you now?What are the fees for import as I have had to add to order for France?How would cost me the laptop while the purchase with delivery?I would be interested in the 810 dollars model course for delivery to internationnal.Best Regards
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Sorry, I do not know. I suggest that you ask Alienware if they will work, or check their memory compatibility list for your MB.
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Sorry for the delay in response. So my local Best Buy didn't have a demo of the Alienware X51. I'm going strictly by Web images. I think the Zalman is too high for the case. There maybe a slim chance it will fit if the stock CPU fan shroud can be removed. This guy on youtube seems to have modded his X51. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zd0rx-p0p7I Link is for his first video. Good Luck. Hope this was helpful.
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I installed this drive in my Alienware M17-R4 and it's been working well for 4 months.I've burned DVD's and Blu-Ray disks with no problem. I recommend this drive.
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Reporting as promised! just did the swap, first time I've done this, no problems whatsoever. Fits the FW like a glove. Bought the acomdata tango external enclosure and used Acronis Migrate Easy 7.0 (free 15 day trial) to clone the hard drive. Now I have 243gb free space instead of 9gbs. The whole thing took 4 hours (because the 250gb HD was practically full). Very easy. So, go for it I guess. Oh, and the windows experience index jumped from 4.6 to 4.7 due to the higher HD transfer rate (which went from 5.1 to 5.9)also boosting the graphics performance from 4.6 to 4.7. Good luck.
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Got a m14x but it has plenty of room on both sides of my computer. xD yeah, I think it will fit nicely.
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for a 15in yes you got more space then youbwould a 17 inch. my alienware m17 fits great with one power brick.not much more space for anything else. great sturdy cases. horrible for airline travel.
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Open it and see if you have room to install one. From the looks of it you might be able to swap out the card it came with. http://www.maximumpc.com/article/features/alien_autopsy_we_look_inside_alienware_x51 Contact the manufacturer if you are not sure.
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No, this card is designed to fit desktop models only with PCI-E x16 2.0/3.0 lanes at bandwidth of x4 , x8 or x16. Laptops use a smaller more power friendly MXM style card. Look for a GTX680M - the M stands for MOBILE for laptops only. I use the GTX680 in my custom built desktop to drive 3 20'' monitors and a 55'' TV and my laptop - New Alienware 14 uses a GTX765M. I now the AW17 uses MXM cards but my AW14 has the card soldered right to the mainboard and cannot be swapped out as easily so be aware. Also be aware of matching 2 GTX cards for SLI - Im not sure if thats possible with the AW17 and MOBILE graphics cards are extremely expensive. Good luck in your search! No, this card is designed to fit desktop models only with PCI-E x16 2.0/3.0 lanes at bandwidth of x4 , x8 or x16. Laptops use a smaller more power friendly MXM style card. Look for a GTX680M - the M stands for MOBILE for laptops only. I use the GTX680 in my custom built desktop to drive 3 20'' monitors and a 55'' TV and my laptop - New Alienware 14 uses a GTX765M. I now the AW17 uses MXM cards but my AW14 has the card soldered right to the mainboard and cannot be swapped out as easily so be aware. Also be aware of matching 2 GTX cards for SLI - Im not sure if thats possible with the AW17... » Read More No, this card is designed to fit desktop models only with PCI-E x16 2.0/3.0 lanes at bandwidth of x4 , x8 or x16. Laptops use a smaller more power friendly MXM style card. Look for a GTX680M - the M stands for MOBILE for laptops only. I use the GTX680 in my custom built desktop to drive 3 20'' monitors and a 55'' TV and my laptop - New Alienware 14 uses a GTX765M. I now the AW17 uses MXM cards but my AW14 has the card soldered right to the mainboard and cannot be swapped out as easily so be aware. Also be aware of matching 2 GTX cards for SLI - Im not sure if thats possible with the AW17 and MOBILE graphics cards are extremely expensive. Good luck in your search! « Show Less
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Yes sir.. It sure will work with Alienware. Just make sure you wanting a SATA drive but 99.9% of desktops run SATA so should be fine.. Thanks a lot Scott All Computer Parts