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    Dell Inspiron 4150 HD question

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by Afreshboy, Dec 19, 2006.

  1. Afreshboy

    Afreshboy Notebook Enthusiast

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    So my 4150 died. It just won't turn on. I think the HD is alright and I would like to transfer the data to my external HD. My sister also has a 4150. Can I just swap the HDs and use my sisters computer to transfer the data? Or are there cables I can buy to transfer the data?
     
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  2. Zero

    Zero The Random Guy

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    Just swapping the hard drives isn't the best way. It may not work, and the system may not boot. A better way, is to purchase an enclosure, and install the hard disk into that. Then, you can easily tranfer between the computer and the hard disk. Hope this helps.
     
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