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    Windows xp + 7200rpm hdd

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by bobob, Nov 12, 2007.

  1. bobob

    bobob Notebook Enthusiast

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    i have placed an order with dell which has windows xp and a 7200 rpm hard drive. I just wanted to know if xp can realize the full potential of the hard disk as i read somewhere that there are issues with sata drives and xp ..AHCi something

    I dont have much knowledge in this area so i would really appreciate if someone can throw some light on this issue (if there is one).
     
    bobob, Nov 12, 2007
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  2. Silas Awaketh

    Silas Awaketh Notebook Deity

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    You'll just need SATA drivers, and you'll be fine, using full 7200RPM of your hard-disk. They (RPM and driver/AHCI etc) are not even related.
     
    Silas Awaketh, Nov 12, 2007
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    thanks silas for clearing that up.
     
    bobob, Nov 12, 2007
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