How do you mount an SSD into a desktop?

[RallyMaster]

All this talk of SSDs makes me really want one. I think I'd do it with velcro.

 

[kmmatney]

Originally posted by: RallyMaster
All this talk of SSDs makes me really want one. I think I'd do it with velcro.

Agreed - I want one pretty badly, but I'm also a cheap bastard. I can't for prices to come down.

I was wondering how the SSDs performance while doing tasks like running an antivirus scan. Does the computer still run slowly, or is it much better compared to a standard hard drive?

 

[Rubycon]

Originally posted by: kmmatney

I was wondering how the SSDs performance while doing tasks like running an antivirus scan. Does the computer still run slowly, or is it much better compared to a standard hard drive?

There will be delays. Chipsets will need to be optimized for solid state technology. Server chipsets currently will give the best performance with a high end storage solution. Mobile chipsets will be the slowest.

 

[n7]

Originally posted by: kmmatney
I was wondering how the SSDs performance while doing tasks like running an antivirus scan. Does the computer still run slowly, or is it much better compared to a standard hard drive?

From the Intel X25-M thread.

Originally posted by: n7

Originally posted by: pcslookout
Can you do more than one thing at once without the SSD feeling slow? Like opening firefox and your email program ? Scanning your computer for viruses and opening firefox ? I know the Raptors did pretty well here but how does the SSD do with multiple tasks at once.

Well, i just did a little testing for you.

I had WMP playing music off the SSD, while copying 20 GB of stuff onto the SSD, while installing GRID to the SSD, while running a SuperAntispyware scan on the SSD, while typing in Wordpad, while typing this in Firefox, with Steam in the background.

And it's damn near perfectly smooth :Q
Certainly faster than my Raptor was when doing heavy disk-based multitasking.

 

[dez93]

very impressive....typing in wordpad & firefox at the same time!

 

[squigglyline]

Sure would like to find two of these!!
(edit) for a reasonable price... $15 + postage is too much...

Originally posted by: KrispyKreme50
You can use this but I have yet to find any large online retailers that carry this.

http://www.ocztechnology.com/p...ve_3_5-adaptor_bracket

 

[garikfox]

GUYS: Relax you can put the SSD anywhere unounted, literally.

i.e: Mine is just laying ontop of the HD bracket in my case.

 

[StupendousMan]

I'm looking at buying the Vertex for my i7 desktop...does it have standard SATA/power connectors, or would I need an adapter/ICY DOCK?

 

[Denithor]

Standard connectors - yes
ICY DOCK - no

These things run very cool, silent, and are not susceptible to damage from bumps like their rotational brothers. As posted above, just zip tie/velcro/duck tape it into the case and you're gtg.

 

[taltamir]

Originally posted by: taltamir

Originally posted by: aka1nas

Originally posted by: TemjinGold
Thanks for the answers guys.

taltamir: I currently have a 300 gb velo and a dying 250 gig WDC. Was thinking I could either get a 640 Black as a storage or spend a bit more for an SSD. Going with an SSD, I'd use that as the system drive and my velo as storage (which seems like a waste). I still haven't decided which route is better but the G.Skill Titan 128gb looks real good at ~$300.

The Titan is a dual Jmicron controller-based SSD, it still will have the stuttering issues (though possibly less than a single-controller design). It's basically the same drive as the OCZ Apex series.

I would wait for something like the OCZ vertex or the new Samsung MLC models that use a new controller.

someone wrote a review saying it doesn't have the sutttering anymore and that it outperforms the intel in every way. Which seems very odd considering what the anadtech analysis wrote. I want more reviews on the titan before I make up my mind. One reviewer saying its good is not enough to trust 300$ to.

so, we got more reviews... anandtech's new and indepth review is up, it says the titan is unacceptable.

 

[Gok-han]

Since SSD drives are very light, it would be sufficient to use two screws in a 3.5" or 5.5" bay on one side of the drive only, preferably on the side that faces the cover, of course. They weigh only about two to four ounces and screws on one side will easily support their weight. Make sure that both screws are securely tightened but don't overtighten them until the point they break or get stripped. Use two or three fingers on the screwdriver and apply a secure torque.

But, no matter how you install it, don't let it loose in the chassis. Chances are that it will mechanically damage or electrically short your motherboard, resulting in its immediate death.

 

[capeconsultant]

May be the Icy Dock for me as it would allow me to use my Dell snap in holders for the 3.5 inch drive on the SSD. The way the Dell cables are, this might be best.

ALso, if I want to put a backup storage drive in, it might be the ONLY way to go. The Optiplex case is spartan when it comes to cabling/drive mounting options. Still, it should be about 9-12 bucks!

 

[Zap]

Since this thread was already necro-revived...

http://www.svc.com/sy-tm-2-5.html

http://www.svc.com/sy-br-2-5.html

http://www.svc.com/sy-slotraf-2-5.html

That third one is definately thinking outside the box.

 

[AlgaeEater]

When I first saw the thing... I realized it looked like a toy. Seriously; I didn't think the drive would be that small and "innocent" looking.

I just connected my Sata cable to the thing and used every-day double sided tape to attach it to the side of one of the cages in my case.

In my honest opinion, it feels like a giant flash drive. If you can look at it that way, you'll be more inclined to just mount the thing anywhere and start using it. Trust us; you're not hurting it in anyway.

 

[bryanW1995]

Like I stated earlier,there is way better performance with the patriot ssd drives I have.I have messed with raptors,velociraptors with raid,etc,etc,etc.I will never go back to regular hd's.The no access time to me is enough,everything feels so much snappier,load times are way faster and boot time is crazy fast.I know its tempting to raid and stick with a raptor because of the price\storage ratio but if you are into performance first you cant beat ssd's.Plus you can always raid the ssd's and then the performance is out of this world which I am running now.

I hate to agree with a lakers fan, but I had a similar question last week. Final score: 10 in favor of ssd, 0 in favor of raid 0. I already had both hd's for raid 0, too, and they all still recommended the ssd.

you might not notice this anymore, but velociraptors are VERY loud. my cousin has a 150 gb model and I wince when I use his computer now even compared with my wd blue drive.

lol@ necro-revived statement. I missed that it was 9 mos old...