8 things you should consider before buying new computer hard disc.
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1.The storage capability.
Measured in gigabytes (GB).Deciding on the appropriate hard drive is a personal decision made according to an individuals computing needs. These days, 80 gigabyte, 100 gig, 200 gig and even larger like 1000 gig are common.Especially when you loads and uses a lot of software and high definition multimedia file you would need more400 GB.Later or sooner it will put off the need to upgrade the computer the following year.BTW,do you remember yahoo mail was offer only 6 MB storage space to us?And The original IBM PC commonly had a ten Meg or twenty Meg drive, and when the thirty Meg drive came out it was considered absolutely gigantic
2.Size of the hard drive(physically)
It doesn't matter of the size if you choosing Internal hard disk .You only need to make sure you enough slot in your computer to put it..
3.The Speed of the hard disc
Measure in RPM .e.g 7200 rpm.The grater the better.Speed is used to describe the revolution speed of the spinning hard drive. The faster the better of course, but check out the price difference when going from a relatively slow hard drive to a faster drive and see if the price difference is really worth it. After all, the hard drive is really spending most of its time waiting for you then you waiting them.
4.Hard Disc Interface
When choosing a hard drive you should always remember that the type we are most familiar with is called Parallel ATA type. A new type, serial ATA, is gaining popularity. Now the It goes to third generation SATA 3.SATA interface hard disc is much faster (as much as twenty percent) and has other benefits including improved airflow.(The cable is thinner then Parallel ATA 3 times.)
Your hard drive will need flowing air because it is constantly rotating at extremely high speeds and generates heat. The airflow helps the hard drive stay cool and run properly.
5.External or Internal
External hard disc is hard disc that you can take them with you wherever you go.Internal hard drives are designed for replacing or expanding the storage of a single PC
6.Price.
When pricing hard drives,you will notice there are very little price differences between smaller size drives and larger."you get what you pay for".choose the features according what you need.A wise shopper will look around for the best price, but price isn't the only thing here.Choose the thing that you actually going to use it,otherwise you just waste it.
7.OEM Hard drive and New hard drive
If you buy your hard drive from an OEM (original equipment manufacturer) or from a discount store be sure to check out the warranty.OEM usually without box and manual instruction.
8.Warranties
Nowadays ,the manufacturer usually giving 3 years warranties on new drives, Choose a company that willing to back up their product and replace a defective drive out of inventory can save you lots of hassle and downtime.Buy from a dealer you don't trust, could just cost you more in the long run.
Make a wise decision analyze all of the options and remember to choose a brand you've heard of and trust. Possibilities from good companies include Maxtor, Quantum, Western Digital, Fujitsu, Toshiba, and IBM among others.
Link: 8 way How to choose and Buy Computer Hard drive
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