I have an HP desktop with Windows 7 and Fedora 18 (Linux) dual boot. How easy is it to add SSD drive? Thanks.
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Very easy. But I would strongly recommend the larger disk size, the OS and some software will fill a good portion of the drive. Worth the extra money upfront
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as I recall the physical part was pretty easy. After that it was like an complete install on a clean hard drive. I bought a DVD of Win7 and installed from that. One thing to remember is that you don't want to defrag an SSD, it can actually damage them. They don't save files like a regular hard disk does.
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Do you have a Windows 8 CD? If so, it's the same as previous Windows installations (or any OS for that matter). Install the SSD, insert the CD and change your primary boot device to your DVD drive via your BIOS. When it boots, you'll be greeted with the Windows installer. From there, you can choose what drive to install it on (assuming you have more than just the single SSD), and then all you have to do is change your boot device to match your SSD.
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My SSD came with a migration CD with software which worked flawlessly for me. It transferred from my HDD while in Windows, then automatically set the boot after restart. With many worries about aligning the partition, turning on TRIM, etc. I can say this was one of the most worry free SSD installs I've done.
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I just added an SSD in the m2 slot and used imaging software to clone the drive. In my experience with Windows 8, it actually stores the Windows 8 key in the BIOS, so it will install with the correct key by itself (only with computers shipped with Windows 8).
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it's very easy.open the cover then you can see SSD slot.install up ,that fine
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I was asking myself the same question i think it would be better to run each os on a seperate SSD and add 1TB SATA for extra storage.. This is my plan. Total ~$205.
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No, you need to search for a SSD with a ZIF 40 Pin connection. Your machine has a PATA interface to the disk drive. Check http://www.amazon.com/1-8-ZIF-40Pin-KingSpec-128GB/dp/B00HIDAWRI/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1420975590&sr=8-5&keywords=Hp+2710p+ssd
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Sorry we can't add SSD for you. We are selling the factory default as it is from MSI. You can add SSD by yourself.
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This computer came with only a 500GB 7200 RPM hard drive. However, there is an expansion slot for you to add an SSD if you are interested in going that route.
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I did install myself. I am not a computer wiz, but just know some basics. I think it is fairly easy. After installing, I copied my startup to this drive and told my computer to use this hard drive to start up. It worked and has worked ever since.
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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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The stripped down Linux it ships with will let it boot but is not otherwise useful. I installed Fedora 20 desktop with the help of a USB connected DVD drive. I use it daily and am very pleased with it. I think that it is an outstanding value. I do use a wireless trackball to make up for the integrated mousepad which is not outstanding.
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I already have linux installed on my pc, I'd add this drive and install win on it. How do I go to make sure boot OSes boot properly?
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Install a Solid State Drive for programs and a normal "spinning" HD for storage, this will make a fantastic machine.
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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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The OS will be installed on SSD drive ( done, this is how it is build ) ,...the rest ( programs ) you can decide where it goes. However you cannot have so many programs to fill up the SSD drive.
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In order to install Windows 7, the HD would need to be reformatted. Then you would need to purchase a copy of Windows 7. Installing an SSD drive and RAM is relatively simple.