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    Crucial mSATA ssd 256 is compatible?

    Discussion in 'Alienware 14 and M14x' started by johannesynt, Dec 10, 2012.

  1. johannesynt

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    I'm currently running this in my R2. No issues. Functions flawlessly.
     
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    That is correct. My O/S, Games & Apps run on the mSATA at SATA3 speeds. I then use the 500gb drive as storage for my VMs, music, etc.
     
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    Thank you!! So, have you installed Alienware Windows (the original DVD that you recived with notebook) by your self? Sorry for this question, I know how to format and install a operating system on a computer, but i'm afraid of having any problems with alienware computer(maybe with a mSATA drive), becouse these computer have something different (like the lighting system); in fact alienware has a special micorsoft window 7 (right?). Sorry, I have asked to Dell support, but here in Italy I only can ask to italian support, and they are not informed about this question (like teh first i write here about mSATA interface speed).
     
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    I have my own copy of Windows 7 Professional that I purchased. I've always flattened a machine when I purchase it and do a fresh install of windows. There is no special version of Windows 7 for Alienware. You should be able to grab all the required drivers from the Dell Site directly. Everything will work out fine. If you search through the main Alienware Forum, I believe there is a thread that explains how to install a clean copy of Windows 7 and what is needed to get all the required devices working correctly.

    Hope this helps.
     
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    thank you. I'm looking for the specific thread
     
    johannesynt, Dec 10, 2012
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    IT should work just fine.
     
    Alienware-L_Porras, Dec 11, 2012
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    "Stupid" question but..does work Crucial mSATA 128gb too? sata3 6gb/s.... Becouse maybe I can save money and take the 128gb
     
    johannesynt, Dec 11, 2012
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    @Johannesynt

    You're asking the same questions repeatedly across a few threads. The short answer to all is YES.
    Get the 128gb. Get the 256gb. Get an mSata SSD. Get a standard SSD. Go with mSata and a standard laptop HDD. They will all work. You can install Windows by yourself on all without any trouble.

    Really, when you first asked and I answered, it was the same or very similar. Just go with what your heart desires, man.
     
    Dienz, Dec 11, 2012
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    just ftw... I put the 128 GB crucial msata on my m14x-r2 and until now, it runs very good.
     
    ricksoft, Jan 24, 2013
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    Yes!! I too
     
    johannesynt, Jan 25, 2013
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