[TriLUG] Suggestions wanted for Linux laptop

[David Burton]

Paul, you don't need to get the replacement drive from Dell.  Pull the
drive out, and see whether it is SATA or IDE, and then buy either a SATA or
IDE laptop drive from any computer store (CompUSA, Best Buy, Intrex,
NewEgg, Staples, OfficeMax, OfficeDepot, etc.).

Hard drive removal/swap is very simple; here're instructions for your
computer:
http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/ins1501/en/sm_en/hddrive.htm#wp1123687

Dave


On Thu, Dec 8, 2011 at 10:51 AM, Paul Boyle <boyle at ncsu.edu> wrote:

> Hi,
>
> The hard drive in my Dell Inspiron 1501 is dying.  I've called Dell
> about getting a replacement drive, but they have none, not even
> refurbished ones are available.  So, barring some source of a
> compatible drive (Best Buy, maybe?), I think I will be needing to buy
> a new laptop, and soon. *...[snip]*
>