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DIY | Upgrading from HDD to SSD | Dell Optiplex 790 HTPC

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Hey, everyone!
This HTPC (Home Theater Personal Computer / Home Theater PC) has been in our bedroom for a couple of years. It was purchased used off of eBay for $100 with free shipping. It has an Intel Core i3-2120 processor with 2 Cores / 4 Threads, 4GB (2 x 2GB) DDR3 memory, and a 250GB Seagate hard drive. The computer doesn't have an HDMI port but rather a DisplayPort so we do need to use an adapter to connect it to the television. We do get an audio signal as well aside from getting the video signal. This computer is a small form factor system. It's very compact and hides vertically behind the TV. It could also fit nicely in a horizontal position inside an entertainment console.
The issue with this system is speed. It takes a while to load into Windows. It also takes a while to open web browsers, launch video streaming apps, etc. Sometimes we will notice a stutter here and there while watching movies or shows.
I have tried doubling the RAM but it didn't help at all. The CPU doesn't have to be upgraded since we're only watching FHD content, not 4K. The only thing which could boost our performance is the hard drive. Prices have gone down over the past few years. I remember buying a Crucial M500 250GB for $130 about 4-5 years ago. Now, the average price for a 120GB SSD is $20-$30. Since I don't need much storage space then a 120GB drive would be sufficient.
We found a great deal on this XPG SX850 128GB for $19.99 on Amazon. Join me as we go through the process of adding this drive to our bedroom HTPC!
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@P5YcHoKiLLa 5 лет назад

7:50 Two words. Velcro Pads.

@wherezthebeef 4 года назад

I agree, anything but cardboard...

@rickyschulze5597 4 года назад

Thermo Dubble sided tape

@zsoltpeterdaniel8413 3 года назад

Even packaging foam is better

@sweetwilliam49 4 года назад

I think they make a caddy for the 2.5” ssd

@BigAce403 3 года назад

Yes, if you remove the dvd-rw drive...the insert caddy w/ ssd drive

@journeyquest1 Год назад

Just use a 3.5 to 2.5 adapter unless you want both drives in there. I use external enclosures for larger drives.

@wlouisharris 5 лет назад

Thanks for the review. I'm looking at getting one of these. I really wish they had designed these USF machines to be able to fit multiple IDE drives but the intended use is a corporate desk. But yah, heat could be an issue with your setup. One thing Dell and HP did pretty well on the newer model SFF is created good ventilation. They used to have this closed off case that would create an oven inside the case.

@wherezthebeef 4 года назад

Cardboard is not a good idea, not a conductor of heat at all. You're much better off with the drive directly on the aluminum enclosure which is an excellent conductor of heat away from the drive. There are also HDD caddies that fit perfectly into the DVD enclosure on amazon or ebay very cheap, these would be perfect.

@joejones6968 3 года назад

Mono tone voice, But, thank you for making this for all of us to see. It was helpful. Thanks.

@YakovGYP 3 года назад

Thanks! Yeah, my voice can be dull most of the time. Trying to work on that, lol.

@deomtt 3 года назад

Thanks for this video. I have an Optiplex 3010 and looking for ways to increase performance. Using an SSD seems to be the easiest and cheapest way to speed up Windows 10, access to files and the internet etc. Nice attempt at rigging the installation of the SSD!

@byjacobc1880 2 года назад

these dell are so godly for normal use. so simple to cange stuff nad u can get a good gpu and much more. in this little pc so simple to update drivers also

@volkiruski1221 7 месяцев назад

Very nice video. I have a somewhat same system and like to upgrade too. Your video is a clear guide. My plan is to change the old HDD into 2 x SSD, 1 x 128 boot and OS and 500gb for storage...I have only 1 question and maybe a remark or tip. Why you did not change over to a Linux Mint, its much faster...add the Kodi? A good browser, like The Brave...

@mutausbruch12 2 года назад

Thanks for the video! My idea is to use two cutted rubberringstripes of a bycicle tube around the front and the end of the ssd. Then put it in. It will leave a little gap and it is better isolated. Perhaps ask your local bicycleshop for a used one.

@davidwayne9982 Год назад

DELL is the BEST--- they use good sense in setting things up so they are EASY to work on and get to... unlike the other fools that make it so you have to have a degree to change something.. I will have NOTHING but DELL.

@KoolCreation 3 года назад

I have a machine similar. I'm getting the caddy for the disc drive and will house a hard drive in there.

@ALEKSDKS 4 месяца назад

hello! thank you for this informative video! i also want to buy this sff for old programs but i need to upgrade a lpt pci e one. can you tell me any pci lpt cards that might be compatible with this sff version??

@adammassingale8699 2 года назад

Where would the secondary sata cord plug into the motherboard go if I leave the hard drive in it and put the ssd drive in it where would that cord have to plug into it

@zlat96 2 года назад

Nice video, thank you! Now I know how to put a screw on ssd in 21 f** minutes. Thank you!

@benchmarkguru2418 4 года назад

dude 21 minutes just to show a simple SSD upgrade DAMN you

@YakovGYP 4 года назад

I agree, this guy should learn on how to shorten his videos. (I'm working on it)

@fatboys2053 4 года назад

YakovGYP that’s actually good my friend cuz you show step per step you are build different 😈

@evanlyhus7462 4 года назад

Could I use only an SSD with no hard drive? I am also going to use an Optiplex 7010 instead

@YakovGYP 4 года назад

Definitely. You can use only an SSD without the need of a mechanical hard drive.

@evanlyhus7462 4 года назад

@@YakovGYP Ok thank you. Amazing vid also!

@Eveviwhere 3 года назад

Question? I want to replace my hdd with a ssd and it says it uses SATA III and I also have an optiplex 790 like you so I was wondering if it came with the SATA III cables already and I don't need to buy a new one

@syaz4380 3 года назад

pretty sure cables doesnt matter, only thing matters are if the motherboard supports sata III.

@livethegoodlife1740 3 года назад

Getting a Dell PC Renewed from Amazon. Saving from landfill.

@flqts 4 года назад

Was this rlly april fools or is this video actually a true guide

@apergos Год назад

Which button press to go into BIOS menu??

@xa-xii1316 4 года назад

i dont see a point for the disk drive so i would just sit the ssd on top of the hdd cage cause the ssd doesnt move as its got no moving parts.

@hiphar38 3 года назад

The ssd will also be retained by the 2 cables

@CamperGamePlay 2 года назад

bro a question the optiplex 790 has sata 3 6gbs on the board? What color is it, black, white or blue?

@jaimenbrunson1652 3 года назад

I have a question I just upgraded to an SSD as well and I want to use my old hard drive as a storage drive

@MrAngelito2000 3 года назад

I have an optiplex 990 sff. I want to try what you did in the video but my hdd occupies the entire entire cage. I have a question is your hdd 2.5? Or how did you make a hole to put the ssd?

@alannotemo2835 2 года назад

Can you go into more detail on how to make the ssd as a boot drive

@FlyboyHelosim 2 года назад

You just install Windows on it, then change boot order in the BIOS to prioritize that drive.

@bahamasc 3 года назад

I'm in the same boat. Same specs i got on Amazon for 90. Looking to upgrade it. I've noticed its been crawling and I had to run a CHKDSK to fix some bad sectors so I know I need to upgrade the HDD to SSD. according to dell's specs, it will take only 128gb SSD. I assume this is in fact the case? Also, would it be worth putting in an i5 2500 and 8gb or 16gb of RAM? It's an office machine so multi-tasking with Office apps and browsing. Or is the SSD good enuff for a big speed boost?

@ramysharaf6419 2 года назад

7020SFF Solved that problem for all you should buy/purchase Rack

@livethegoodlife1740 3 года назад

Just subbed. Thanks 👍

@caqanuri8516 4 года назад

Good

@plumporpise1941 2 года назад

Every time I take out the hdd and replace it with my add it says no boot device available and f1 f2 f5

@wesleybrown3266 2 месяца назад

I think you might need to update the bios?

@plumporpise1941 2 месяца назад

@@wesleybrown3266 I got a gaming pc now

@BigThangg 4 года назад

my desktop i baught has no caddy what do i do

@YakovGYP 4 года назад

You could use Velcro or zip ties to keep it in place. An SSD is light enough to where you could just let it sit in there without much worry. Sometimes you may find a cheap caddy on eBay.

@jarod2833 4 года назад

I also have an Optiplex 790SFF. On the spec sheet from dell it says it only supports up to SATA II. Have you got any info on the transfer speed with your SATA III drive? Honestly for under $400, I have a PC with a i7 2600, 16 GB of Ram, and a lp 1050 Ti gpu. Not bad...

@YakovGYP 4 года назад

There is a speed difference. I can't remember the numbers but I think it was at around 300MB/s or so max because of it being SATA II. Even then, it's still a huge difference in speed going from a mechanical HDD to an SSD. The i7-2600 is still a good solid chip!

@Chiro3332 4 года назад

SATA_0 is SATA III 6 Gb/s

@MobileDecay 4 года назад

The struggle is real!

@sainathaniyer 3 года назад

Oh man this guy has spent an eternity on shoving cardboard in the case

@MrGoldpigs 4 года назад

Whats the maximum tb ssd it can mount?

@Poboy-slots 4 года назад

I would go 500gb with 1 tb hdd

@alannotemo2835 2 года назад

Invest in double sided tape it’s so useful

@Ryan-fo8pg 5 лет назад

Dose the gtx 750ti fit on this case

@YakovGYP 5 лет назад

If you get a low profile card, then yes. But a standard width card will not fit.

@msocial3234 5 лет назад

YakovGYP does a gtx 1050ti 4gb fit in the low profile one

@YakovGYP 5 лет назад

@@msocial3234 If it's a low profile card then it should fit.

@msocial3234 5 лет назад

YakovGYP thanks

@judas4107 5 лет назад

Sherbaaz Azam if you’re running a 240 watt psu you’ll fry your PC just a heads up everyone’s telling me to put a LP 1050 or 1050ti in my i5 790, I’m honestly scared I want the frames but it’s too much to risk fucking my whole pc up I might just get the LP 1030 ti or be a pleb and get the 750ti LP

@lunacy1077 4 года назад

How do I install an ssd as my booting drive and the hd to install my games ?

@YakovGYP 4 года назад

After having your SSD as your primary drive, and the HDD as your secondary, you would go into each game client, like Steam, and tell it to install games onto the secondary drive. All clients have this feature (Steam, Origin, Uplay, etc)

@fathah9298 4 года назад

hey im planning to do this any tips for downloading the drivers after the ssd and fresh windows install

@swcooper 3 года назад

support.dell.com? But realistically Win10 will find all the drivers for such a common system automatically anyway

@byjacobc1880 2 года назад

cpu and ssd. i got i upgraded from i5 to i7 16gb ram 1tb ssd and 4 tb HDD and a gpu. i got dell optiplex 7010

@h4mm4d69 4 года назад

Is this compatible Palit GeForce GT 1030 2 GB GDDR5 PCI Express 3.0 Low Profile Graphics Card - Black

@YakovGYP 4 года назад

If it's low profile I don't see why not. Just make sure the length of the card is not long enough to where it won't fit.

@Luke-dg1tn 5 лет назад

I bought a optiplex 390 and it didn't come with a hard drive so I put an ssd in it. it then said that no boot device was found. Is there something missing or what? How do I download windows?

@YakovGYP 5 лет назад

Do you already have a USB drive or CD with the Windows installation? If so, press F12 while booting to have it take you to where you can select what drive to boot from. There, select the Windows installation drive or disk. Then Windows should see the new SSD and provide you the option to install it there.

@Luke-dg1tn 5 лет назад

@@YakovGYP ok thanks! I don't have a USB drive or cd so I'll probably buy one

@ivaporizedmitski 4 года назад

@@Luke-dg1tn you can make one

@Luke-dg1tn 4 года назад

@@ivaporizedmitski ok wow, I have come a long way in 5 months, but I was dumb. I did end up using a cd from a friend, but I also just built a new gaming PC and installed Windows by creating a USB drive

@sivaarwin8816 5 лет назад

I have i3 4130 4th gen processor and 16gb ddr3 and Rx550 2gb oc edition Can u send me the best streaming settings pls please please

@wendyy9319 3 года назад

Can I use double side tape to “ hold” the SSD with HDD 😂

@syaz4380 3 года назад

i mean technically yea

@livethegoodlife1740 3 года назад

Check it out.

@shtcat6292 2 года назад

Do people enjoy watching this?

@muhammadimrankhwja 2 года назад

why you are wasting the time just use two sided tape

@tamilparambarai6619 2 года назад

hello my name is peter and i like blue

@thenatureboy11 2 года назад

cardboard...??? really.....hmm...in the old days we would take a book of matches and shove under an 8-track to get it to play. DONT TRY THIS , FIRE HAZZARD. ever think of tape??

@tranzhuman 3 года назад

Seen any cardboard in ANY pc ever? Could it be because of the obvious risk of fire ? Thumbs down for wasting so much time on this silly idea and not editing it out.