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    160 Gig 5.4k Vs. 120 Gig 7.4k

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by Mr_Pat, Dec 26, 2007.

  1. Mr_Pat

    Mr_Pat Notebook Guru

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    Hey guys I have a question... my 1520 came with a 120Gig 7400 rpm drive. My drive died three days ago. Dell sent me a 160 Gig 5400 rpm as a replacement. I like the idea of having a bigger drive but will it run slower becaus its running at 5400 insted of 7400 rpm?

    TThanks
     
    Mr_Pat, Dec 26, 2007
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  2. onlycurious

    onlycurious Notebook Consultant

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    Seek times will be slower. And it should've been 7200 rpm....
     
    onlycurious, Dec 26, 2007
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  3. sly

    sly m1530 owner!!!

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    but they gave him a larger one. use it and see if u havea problem. if u do get it changed if not keep it
     
    sly, Dec 26, 2007
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  4. Mr_Pat

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    Thats my problem... I could use the larger drive ( I d/load lots of stuff and it fills my drive quickly) I think I may keep it
     
    Mr_Pat, Dec 26, 2007
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  5. manzi

    manzi Notebook Evangelist

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    Well atleast email them and try to hallge with them by saying u want compensation for sending a slower hdd etc and that they should send a 7200rpm one instead.
     
    manzi, Dec 26, 2007
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    Dell C.A. Company Representative

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    This is John, a support analyst at Dell headquarters.

    Without looking at the case notes, I would have to guess that your drive wasn't in stock, and they ordered a larger, slower drive. In most instances, the difference between the 5400rpm and the 7200rpm drive wouldn't really be all that noticeable, but if it is something that concerns you, I would recommend doing what manzi suggested, and ask to have the drive replaced with a 7200rpm drive.

    If you'd like me to do it, email me your case number, and I'd be happy to:

    [email protected]
    'attn:John'

    John
    Dell Customer Advocate
     
    Dell C.A., Dec 31, 2007
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    judgedee Notebook Consultant

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    judgedee, Dec 31, 2007
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