Trade? 128 GB Zenbook ADATA SSD for 256 GB Zenbook Sandisk SSD So...I got my Asus Zenbook UX31-DH72 today. I previously had the DH52 model with the i5 and the 128 GB SSD (I returned that one because there was a tiny tiny chip on the lower right hand corner). I've noticed that the 256 GB solid state drive that comes with this model is slower than the ADATA, not by much but enough in the kind of work that I do with compressible and incompressible data. Windows still boots up in sub 28 seconds but I would rather have the speed than the size. Does anyone want to put in like $50 or so and trade? The 256 GB is definitely more expensive which is why there's a 400 dollar jump ($100 is probably to the i7 processor) from the DH52 model to the DH72 but I want the i7 and I want a speedy SSD. Size isn't an issue for me. Trade? 128 GB Zenbook ADATA SSD for 256 GB Zenbook Sandisk SSD So...I got my Asus Zenbook UX31-DH72 today. I previously had the DH52 model with the i5 and the 128 GB SSD (I returned that one... » Read More Trade? 128 GB Zenbook ADATA SSD for 256 GB Zenbook Sandisk SSD So...I got my Asus Zenbook UX31-DH72 today. I previously had the DH52 model with the i5 and the 128 GB SSD (I returned that one because there was a tiny tiny chip on the lower right hand corner). I've noticed that the 256 GB solid state drive that comes with this model is slower than the ADATA, not by much but enough in the kind of work that I do with compressible and incompressible data. Windows still boots up in sub 28 seconds but I would rather have the speed than the size. Does anyone want to put in like $50 or so and trade? The 256 GB is definitely more expensive which is why there's a 400 dollar jump ($100 is probably to the i7 processor) from the DH52 model to the DH72 but I want the i7 and I want a speedy SSD. Size isn't an issue for me. « Show Less
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Hi so you want to trade my 128GB for your 256GB? Email me at geraldino DOT 10 ATT gmail DOT com, I'm looking to upgrade my HDD on my UX31. Thanks.
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This is in case you have to have a post to be notified that I might be interested in trading if you still have your memory for trade. Read the response to Leandro's post.
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I think i'd be willing to do this with either of you, I'm getting one of these whenever my tax return gets here --- was estimated for today but isn't here. Should be here by the end of the month. Anyway, I need the 256 but would love it if I could save a couple hundred bucks on the 128 and then just trade. My only problem is how to do it so we're both comfortable and not going to get duped. willdeng I don't have an e-mail for you, repost one if you still have one up for grabs. Leandro, I will e-mail you. I'll see what can be worked out between one of you.
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I'm in the very same situation... got my SSD Sandisk 256GB but would prefer to have the ADATA 128GB if it would be faster. You can reach me at laborges at hot mail . Thanks!
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GT is located in Singapore and I don't want to ship anything international. Are you located in the States?
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I think ASUS just added some changes to their 900....The new 16gb SSD is also showning up on Newegg (http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16834220362), ExcaliberPC (http://www.excaliberpc.com/587715/asus-eee-pc-900-16g.html). It's interesting to see that newegg has it in stock while amazon and excaliberpc have it on pre-order.So I think the 16GB is correct. As for Amazon listing this 900 with the new Atom chipset, it may be incorrect as other sites only list it as "Intel Processor".
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I believe the model numbers after the UX31A-DB?? mean the following: first number is the Core i5/7 and the second is the SSD size 128/256. So DB52 means i5/256.
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Update: You need to be CERTAIN the ssd is MICRO sata, and the other connection is STANDARD SATA, as I see it. My mistake was not even knowing there was such a thing as SLIMLINE sata, but WTH... Six bucks...? NBD... I'd send you mine, but I never get anything done. 'Buried somewhere anyway...
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the one i bought came with 2 128GB SSD, they probably just typed it wrong. the OS could even fight on 256MB
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Steffan is correct. Look up overprovisioning in google. Sandisk and Intel does this for you while companies like Samsung expect you to just partition the drive smaller or use their tool to shrink the drive if you install it using the Max size. You need to over provision an ssd for it to work properly, but some companies want you to see that 256GB on the box and think "Well, that is bigger than 240GB, Ill get the bigger one"
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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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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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The one we purchased did not have ssd like the one posted, everything else was the same. It's been a great machine.
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I see the current ad states Z3770. When I bought it, it was Intel i3 processor. I can't say which is really current. Just looked it up. The one I bought was 11-6363BLK @ $799.99. Also it had 128 GB SSD, not 64 GB
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That truly depends on how much you are presently using on your 250 now. How much do you really need. That is a question that only you can answer. I downsized quite a bit and don't miss the extra at all. I do really appreciate the speed of the solid state drive.
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I have been quite happy with my ASUS 1015PED Netbook that I actually never ended up purchasing this memory upgrade. I did shop around a little more and found that this one still is the most recemended. It is a great deal as well, which is why it is usually out of stock.I would recomend this one and I may still get this one. However for right now, I upgraded my ASUS netbook to Windows 7 Professional and it runs great. No need for more memory right now.Sorry I can't be of more help.
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I kept a pdf of the original ad stating 2gb max. and would notify them you were misled that it was upgradeable. False advertising and marketing with most retail sites also had the memory chip being offered as a bundle for extra dough and usually advertised on same page.I had pre-ordered the u120 but after found out no memory upgrades possible, canceled before it shipped. I went with the u100-641(black) sata for future upgrading hd. Upgraded memory to 2gb and purchased a 9cell battery from hongkong, still came out cheaper than the 6cell wind.
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Tested? I don't know. I did order it based on comments in another thread. The netbook has shipped. I haven't received a shipping confirmation on the memory yet. There are comments elsewhere on Amazon about people using the faster memory without any trouble. I am more likely to leave comments in these discussion threads than write a review after I've used the netbook some.
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The RAM is soldered on so you can't remove it. When I called Asus support and asked them if the SSD was replaceable, they recommended a 2.5" SSD... Poor customer service because they don't even know what the SSD type is for their own products. After asking them again, they told me that because of the gumstick-style SSD drive, you can't replace it unless it's through them... I'm sure you could try Google searching for gumstick-style SSD drive options. All I can say is: save yourself the trouble of the flaws and headaches of this laptop and go for a Macbook. I'm no Apple fanatic, but the Zenbook's flaws and horrible Asus customer support is what pushed me towards my first Macbook Pro (2012 model, 13") and so far I have had no problems with it while mainly using Windows 7 on a virtual machine. And with a Macbook Pro, you can replace both RAM and HDD. Go for the older model when a newer model comes out to save yourself some money.
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Ram memory is soldered so it is unexpandable. You'd have to purchae the variant with 8GB by default. SSD is mSata so you can expand manually.
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You need an open bay, or slot to put the drive into. It is well worth the exchange, if there is no other available. Start-up and picture loading becomes closer to instantaneous. The ssd will use less battery, will not get the computer as hot (which always works against speed), and is less delicate.