Computer Storage Deals

I've been waiting forever for a msata deal...

This one looks okay, not hot, but should I pull the trigger now? http://www.amazon.ca/Crucial-MX200-250G ... ords=msata

I'm looking specifically for 250gb msata by Crucial (MX200) or Samsung (850 EVO).

FalconR wrote: ↑I've been waiting forever for a msata deal...

This one looks okay, not hot, but should I pull the trigger now? http://www.amazon.ca/Crucial-MX200-250G ... ords=msata

I'm looking specifically for 250gb msata by Crucial (MX200) or Samsung (850 EVO).

msata is on its way out so just buy what you need now

andersb wrote: ↑msata is on its way out so just buy what you need now

is msata being replaced with something new? I don't know much about computers. I just want an SSD for my lenovo y500 but don't want to swap out the 1TB HD. All I know is that it's compatible with msata

Amazon is selling the Corsair Vengeance Pro 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 2400 $144.98 with free shipping. It is currently out of stock at the moment but you can add it to your cart and complete your order.

Enjoy.

FalconR wrote: ↑is msata being replaced with something new? I don't know much about computers. I just want an SSD for my lenovo y500 but don't want to swap out the 1TB HD. All I know is that it's compatible with msata

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/M.2

So just get what you need a SSD makes such a huge difference that even if you pay close to retail price you'll still be happy with your purchase.

FalconR wrote: ↑is msata being replaced with something new? I don't know much about computers. I just want an SSD for my lenovo y500 but don't want to swap out the 1TB HD. All I know is that it's compatible with msata

Try Newegg.ca or NCIX for the crucial/samsung msata drives, they sometimes have good deals on them.

andersb wrote: ↑https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/M.2

So just get what you need a SSD makes such a huge difference that even if you pay close to retail price you'll still be happy with your purchase.

No wonder those Brix mini barebone are getting big sales (4th gen intel processor + the requirement for mSata)

FalconR wrote: ↑I've been waiting forever for a msata deal...

This one looks okay, not hot, but should I pull the trigger now? http://www.amazon.ca/Crucial-MX200-250G ... ords=msata

I'm looking specifically for 250gb msata by Crucial (MX200) or Samsung (850 EVO).

That is the same price I posted back in May
ncix-crucial-mx200-msata-250gb-139-99-f ... st22615703
You might want to look up how the mSata slot is configured in your Lenovo before buying. On my x230t the slot was set up as a Sata2 port to be used as a cache for the HDD. The regular drive bay and docking station were configured as Sata3.

I bought both this and an EVO 850 with the intentions of using the mSata for the OS and programs. I wound up using a partition on the EVO 850 for the OS and programs, leaving the mSata as additional storage. You can read why along with the final speed results here: questions-msata-ssd-upgrade-1753973/

Amazon Canada's deal mostly suck, the goods carried by them also much less than what is carried south of the border. Saw them built a distributor center somewhere near Halton Hill, hope things can get better

oakville wrote: ↑Amazon Canada's deal mostly suck, the goods carried by them also much less than what is carried south of the border.

It's getting better and better every day.
I place an average of 2 orders a week nowadays.

Waiting for Samsung EVO 500GB to go below $160ish ... wanted to upgrade the HDD on my MacBook Pro to SSD but wanted to wait till it's cheaper first

number17 wrote: ↑Waiting for Samsung EVO 500GB to go below $160ish ... wanted to upgrade the HDD on my MacBook Pro to SSD but wanted to wait till it's cheaper first

I can't see that happening soon.

death_hawk wrote: ↑It's getting better and better every day.
I place an average of 2 orders a week nowadays.

Yes they are far better than they used to be. I used to never have amazon cross my mind for purchases. Now I buy all sorts of stuff off there. I definitely get my money's worth from prime.

ROYinTO wrote: ↑That is the same price I posted back in May
ncix-crucial-mx200-msata-250gb-139-99-f ... st22615703
You might want to look up how the mSata slot is configured in your Lenovo before buying. On my x230t the slot was set up as a Sata2 port to be used as a cache for the HDD. The regular drive bay and docking station were configured as Sata3.

I bought both this and an EVO 850 with the intentions of using the mSata for the OS and programs. I wound up using a partition on the EVO 850 for the OS and programs, leaving the mSata as additional storage. You can read why along with the final speed results here: questions-msata-ssd-upgrade-1753973/

Great info, thanks

2003fxdl wrote: ↑Yes they are far better than they used to be. I used to never have amazon cross my mind for purchases. Now I buy all sorts of stuff off there. I definitely get my money's worth from prime.

They're no where near as good as .com but they're starting to stock the random things that are surprising.
I mean... I bought a bidet on there and now I'm looking at spices and gun cleaning supplies.

For those interested in the WD 3TB RED, it can be had for slightly less through Direct Canada, free shipping included. http://www.directcanada.com/products/?s ... gital%20WD

Does anyone have any experience with the aukey battery packs? Looking to replace my anker battery pack which is great. If the aukey one is similar then this might be a great pickup.