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  1. Nov 19th, 2004, 02:41 PM #1
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    Hard drive failed

    Hi All,

    My hard drive keeps coming up with a failure message. if I replace the hard drive can I put any make and type in?
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  2. Nov 19th, 2004, 05:38 PM #2
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    You can use just about any HD that you can find. Speed is an issue, as well as size. Get one from a well-known mfg, so that you don't have any problems. The last concern is reliability. That's where the mfg comes in.
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    Make sure that whatever capacity you choose is compatible with the controller on your motherboard, I think ATA/100 has a limit of about 137GB so if you get bigger than that, you'll need a mobo upgrade or an expansion card. Look for 7,200RPM also (for future proofing). Seagate I found are a very reliable brand, and they have 5 years warranty on their drives, which is a bonus.
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    Check up on the website for your motherboard. Didn't realize the limit that was refered to. Wonder why my buddy didn't have problems with his 200G? I think he has an ATA 100 board.
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    It would be an ATA-133 interface, i just had a look and ATA-100 does have a limit of 137GB.
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    I could be awkward and say he might have a SATA drive
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