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    Is it possible to replace the vostro 1500 hdd for a 7200rpm one

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by Major_Tierce79, Oct 3, 2007.

  1. Major_Tierce79

    Major_Tierce79 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Ok is it possible to replace the 5400rpm drive on the vostro 1500 with a 7200rpm after I receive it? will it void the warranty and will it work?
     
    Major_Tierce79, Oct 3, 2007
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  2. coriolis

    coriolis Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    Yes you can, and no it won't void warranty. Dell is pretty lenient on upgrading the RAM and HD.
     
    coriolis, Oct 3, 2007
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  3. adinu

    adinu I pwn teh n00bs.

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    Computer's do not have a limit on the rotational speed of its hard drive. If it exists, you can have it in there. It's not like ram where your computer will only support up to certain speeds.
     
    adinu, Oct 3, 2007
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