Computer query

Gamka
Posted 10/03/2014 - 15:02 Link
woodworm wrote:
I can't quite see what the free expansion slot is, but you could add a SATA card to give you additional ports, something along the lines of this

You need to confirm what that slot is before buying anything though.
If an expansion card is used then the boot disk should remain connected to a motherboard connection. I would also put the second HDD on the motherboard and Optical drive on the expansion.
JohnX
Posted 10/03/2014 - 15:25 Link
Are you in a position to return the new drive? If so, perhaps a 3Tb external hard drive connecting via USB could be the answer.

That's said, I've just invested in a 2x3Tb NAS unit. Absolutely brilliant!
mayday
Posted 10/03/2014 - 18:25 Link
To be brutally honest, by the general look of the inside of the machine and connectivity available on the rear, I think your desktop machine is due for an upgrade? Packard Bell are not renown for being easy to upgrade either - Had two of them in the past. If you are confident with the upgrade process, start with a main board bundle, a power supply and a case. You will be able to make your choice as to HDDs, Memory and Processer etc. Have a scan around the Novatech link site for instance, to get an idea of what's available and prices.
Regards
David

Retired at last - now all that time for photography - you would think: wink:

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