tkrow21 Posted April 7, 2011 Posted April 7, 2011 Hey everyone, my 1.5TB drive decided to die out of nowhere (not recognized by computer and keeps making clicking noises), so in the time I'm waiting for my hard drive to get replaced by the warranty, I'm going to need something to use in the meantime. Sure, I could buy a $40 160GB hard drive, but then it would be useless. So I decided I will get an SSD. First of all, I would like 60GB of storage (or even less, if Windows 7 plus drivers will fit), but no less than 40gb. Secondly, my budget is $100, stretchable to $130. Finally, I would prefer if I could buy it in store close to where I live (it is quicker), but obviously if there is no selection I'll order it online. Ideal buying place would be microcenter by New York city. I want a reliable fast drive. Thanks for any help. & Sorry for the bad grammar etc. I am on my phone because I can't use my PC. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
medbor Posted April 7, 2011 Posted April 7, 2011 Anything sandforce controlled, or intels new series. My two 1.5TB drives died in the first year too, so i know how it is. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tkrow21 Posted April 7, 2011 Posted April 7, 2011 Anything sandforce controlled, or intels new series. My two 1.5TB drives died in the first year too, so i know how it is. Hey, thanks for the quick response! Uh, could you elaborate on what it means for an SSD to be sandforce controlled? And which line of Intel SSD's are you referring to? But yeah I have heard good things about Intel SSD's. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
potatochobit Posted April 7, 2011 Posted April 7, 2011 (edited) does your motherboard support SATA3? edit: well, if you are going for good entry level the 60 GB OCZ agility 2 fits your budget and is great Edited April 7, 2011 by potatochobit Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nemo Posted April 7, 2011 Posted April 7, 2011 Hey, thanks for the quick response! Uh, could you elaborate on what it means for an SSD to be sandforce controlled? And which line of Intel SSD's are you referring to? But yeah I have heard good things about Intel SSD's. "sandforce controlled" is referring to the controller chip used by SSD makers. SandForce is the manufacturer of the controller and right now the SF1200 series control chips seem to be working out pretty well. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fight Game Posted April 7, 2011 Posted April 7, 2011 (edited) my budget is $100, stretchable to $130 did anyone see this? he isnt going to get an sata3 ssd or an intel at this price Edited April 7, 2011 by Fight Game Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spl_181 Posted April 7, 2011 Posted April 7, 2011 Ive been using Corsair F60 for a couple months now and its been an awesome OS drive. Its currently within your budget, worth a look imo. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tkrow21 Posted April 7, 2011 Posted April 7, 2011 (edited) Alright thanks for the input guys! As an FYI, no, I don't have SATA 3 at the moment. Edit: That Corsair looks really good, has the sandforce controller and all. I'll probably go for it, thanks! Edited April 7, 2011 by tkrow21 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gotdamojo06 Posted April 8, 2011 Posted April 8, 2011 yeah the corsair SSDs with the Sanforce controllers are pretty good. I did a review here on one a while back. here it is Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tkrow21 Posted April 22, 2011 Posted April 22, 2011 Just wanted to say thanks on the recommendations! The Corsair drive that was recommended is working out really well, and I haven't had any issues yet! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
potatochobit Posted April 22, 2011 Posted April 22, 2011 awesome, make sure you check for firmware updates on the corsair site Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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