** Samsung 830 seres SSD, CRAZY PRICE ** READ POST 342

Cleeecooo said:
Finally some success!!!

Getting all these damn updates installed and all my programmes.

Hopefully, my graphics issues should be sorted out too :)

Unfortunately, I got distracted on YouTube so i don't think i'll be doing mch more windows work now...
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Glad your getting somewhere...

I've been gaming on it today... No real load time improvement over the m4, its the general windows use that feels nippier.

With there being no real read speed difference between the two in sequential reads, I didn't expect there to be an noticeable difference in game load times, I just thought it was worth mentioning.
 
crinkleshoes said:
Love the way it's made... I've had quite a few SSDs and this has stood out as the most well made, that lovely metal cover... I was sad to hide it away.

It really doesn't feel like a value drive, quite the opposite.

Another's days use and I maintain this drive is a little bit quicker than the m4 :)

I'll be buying some more for other machines next month, got speakers on the way :D

Best bang per buck SSD out there at the moment at this price, IMO.
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Yip I agree totally well made and better looking than most
 
crinkleshoes said:
Glad your getting somewhere...

I've been gaming on it today... No real load time improvement over the m4, its the general windows use that feels nippier.

With there being no real read speed difference between the two in sequential reads, I didn't expect there to be an noticeable difference in game load times, I just thought it was worth mentioning.
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I wonder if I'll notice any difference between my OCZ solid 3?

All my game were stored on my KCZ Onyx 2 so hopefully there'll be a noticeable difference there :D

Ps, your sig is a line too big :)
 
mrk said:
You can check driver version from Device Manager > IDE/ATAPI Controllers. Mine is listed as the Intel Storage/AHCI SATA Controller.

Driver version: 10.8.0.1003 released on 17.10.2011
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redeye_uk said:
Driver version: 11.0.0.1032 released on 29.11.2011
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mrk said:
Hmm where did you get the newer driver? Intel's site showing the one I posted as the newest!
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The newer driver is available from Intel but it's supposed to be only for Intel manufactured motherboards.
 
Got mine installed and running

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Zero problems during fresh install.

PS: Dont use the sata to usb cable bundled as a converter for a sata 5" dvd drive :D

EDIT: I just noticed some are showing 1024 - OK and some are 103424k - OK in the AS SSD screenshots. Why are they different ?
 
Oh where did you see that? My website? :-D

I'll install the new driver in that case ta!
 
Driver updated, new result:

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For reference, here's the previous driver:
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bit of an improvement there then :)
 
great prices still using my crucial c300 64gb might look at an upgrade

as for the Vat back here is the info direct from there site

Simply purchase a qualifying Samsung Notebook, Display, Printer or SSD from a qualifying retailer to be eligible to claim back the VAT on your purchase.

Purchases of the qualifying Samsung products made during the promotional period of 28th March 2012 to 6th June 2012 are eligible to claim.

To participate, just follow these simple steps:
1.Purchase a Samsung product that qualifies for this offer, from a qualifying retailer. Click here to view qualifying products and retailers.
2.Complete the claim form either online or on paper.
3.Online Claims: complete the online form and upload a copy of the receipt/invoice for your new Samsung purchase. We must receive all documentation within 30 days of the date on your receipt/invoice.
4.Paper Claims: complete the form, and post with your proof of purchase. We must receive all documentation within 30 days of the date on your receipt/invoice.
5.We will send you your VAT back in one of two ways as follows:- ◦If you submitted your claim on line and then posted us all supporting documentation you will receive your VAT back via bank transfer within 30 days of validating your claim*
◦If you completed a paper claim and then posted us all supporting documentation we will post your VAT back by cheque within 30 days of validating your claim*


*Your proof of purchase WILL NOT be returned to you so please ensure you take a copy before posting it to us. Full terms and conditions apply
 
Not installed it yet (posted in threads still :p) but the text info says that one of the supported controllers are:

- Intel(R) Desktop/Workstation/Server Express Chipset SATA AHCI Controller
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My controller is listed as that in Device Manager, fingers crossed...!
 
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