Laptop HD failing - need new one

subbytna · 3 Feb 2017 at 21:16

I've got a laptop that's failing and I need a new one

Model is a wd3200bevt drive in a emachines e728 laptop.

Are there specific laptop drives I need to get or will any 2.5 drive fit?

subbytna · 3 Feb 2017 at 21:22

https://www.overclockers.co.uk/seagate-firecuda-sshd-500gb-2.5-hard-drive-st500lx025-hd-375-se.html

Is this a suitable replacement? If not can someone link a drive that I can get? Not overly sure on laptop drives as I am with desktop drives

KIA · 4 Feb 2017 at 13:45

Yes. It's compatible and will fit.

http://superuser.com/questions/375543/will-a-7mm-ssd-fit-in-a-9-5mm-laptop-hdd-slot

Don't fancy a proper SSD?

bledd · 4 Feb 2017 at 14:42

Go for an ssd, way faster, silent and your battery will last longer.

subbytna · 5 Feb 2017 at 15:32

Will a normal SSD fit in ok yeah?

KIA · 5 Feb 2017 at 16:17

subbytna said:
Will a normal SSD fit in ok yeah?

Yes. 2.5" SATA.

subbytna · 5 Feb 2017 at 16:19

Excellent. yeah I'll go SSD instead. Cheers all.