Is there any issue with putting this into a Desktop computer?
1102465
I am pretty sure they make this model for desktops as well. It is basically a plug and play for laptops, but I don't know if connections are the same. Sorry I can't be more help.
1102466
Of course you can put this into a desktop computer; I did. Win 7 AMD Motherboard. I ordered the "Kit" which included an adaptor to enable USB / SATA data transfer of your system image to the 840 SSD. I also bought a 3 1/2 to 2 1/2 inch rack to properly mount the drive into the appropriate bay. Made the changes to the Motherboard Config, installed the drive and everything worked as advertised.
1102467
Make sure you have, or this unit comes with, a drive caddy so it will securely fit in a 3.5 drive bay. As long as the bios supports sata the this drive will work as a replacement for a standard desktop drive.
1102468
You will need a 2.5" to 3.5" adapter so unit will fit in desktop drive bay, other than that, should be no problem.
192159
I agree with Tex...If it is properly installed it shouldn't be any problem at all...
2019500
It depends on how much that desktop will consume. Traditional desktop should work. But if you have pice or agp devices that need additional power
2200117
Yes, you can put it in a desktop. You may need mounting brackets to fit it in the case. There will probably be a slight performance hit, due to the slower RPM of the laptop drive. Check put the spec's at WD's website comparing the 2.5" versus the 3.5" drive.
1193083
I installed mine in my desktop machine and it works great. I liked it so much I purchased another one for my laptop and it works there as well. The only catch is that you laptop has the space, check and see if what is already in there is a 2.5" HD, if so then it should be no problem.
2279078
Depends on the case you are going to install it into. If you are using a proprietary case from a brand name company like Apple, Dell, etc., you will probably have nothing but problems. Best to install it in an empty case with power supply, compatible memory, processor, drives and other hardware of your choice. The specs at Gigabyte's website will give you more information as to compatible components.
871306
As long as you have an empty PCI Express x16 slot and a good PSU (500+ Watts) there shouldn't be any problem
1003465
yes, should play just fine, just won't have all of the bells and whistles that a high-end desktop would. for another 45 bucks, you can go to Kingston and buy 2 4gig sticks of mem for an easy upgrade!
2176543
Yes. Also this desktop has a problem of making a loud humming noise, check with other reviewers, this seems to be a common occurrence.
695301
Yes, it should be. As long as the desktop computer can hold 2:5" inch HDD, it should work just fine.
1322209
No problem at all with a mini, or micro, motherboard. Sometimes because of the way they are made, you can put a longer video card in them, than you can in a full tower. The drive boxes don't get in the way. But, I don't remember with this one. I sold it.
574705
I don't see a problem with that. Though it might pose an issue if you have a lot of extra components drawing power i.e., several hard drives or really beefy fans.
778514
As long as your desktop has SATA connections you should have no problem. Will work on SATA 2 or 3.
2103298
Yes, it shouldn't be a problem. You just need to make sure our PC boots to this drive before its hard drive. That would depend on your individual case.
1370205
It should be fine. It will go in the same CD slot on the computer. Just put it in the middle and it will fit in the inner circle.
1793174
I currently have one running in a 64-bit Win7 system and I don't recall any installation issues. Best of luck.
2200120
Using in a a desktop now and it works great. you just need the sata data and power cables and a mounting adapter.