How to Optimize SSD Boot Drive??

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eskro Offline
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2011-02-26 00:02 Post: #1
Before Installing your O/S, Follow these:
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a) Secure Erase your SSD using PartedMagic --> Tutorial
b) Make sure you enable AHCI in your BIOS if available --> Screen Shot
c) Install O/S.


If your O/S is Windows, follow these to Optimize your SSD:
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01. Confirm Trim is Enabled
02. Disable Hibernation
03. Disable Disk Defragmenter Service
04. Disable SuperFetch Service
05. Disable Windows Defender service
06. Disable Windows Search Service
07. Disable System Restore + Delete All System Restore Points
08. Disable Thumbnail Cache File Creation + Delete All Thumbs.db Files
09. Using a Windows Solid Color as Wallpaper? If so, Follow this Fix!! (Credit to Beer40oz)
10. Disable Windows Logo Animation during boot ups
11. Disable Page File (System Needs at Least 4GB's of RAM)

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(This post was last modified: 2012-04-22 07:33 by eskro.)
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2011-02-26 01:42 Post: #2
very helpful tips!!

had a question, is it possible to boot from a SD card (compact flash) seems like a cheaper option then SSD currently
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2011-02-26 01:55 Post: #3
well yes if your using XBMC live, some use a USB FLash Drive....
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2011-02-26 10:09 Post: #4
Quote:is it possible to boot from a SD card (compact flash) seems like a cheaper option then SSD currently
You can boot LINUX from w.e you want as long as your mobo support it.
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2011-02-26 19:24 Post: #5
another item to disable is "Defender". Other wise it will auto scan all drives for malware futhering the drive to become active at inactive times.
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2011-02-26 19:40 Post: #6
good call Harro!

i'll update my first post!!

thanks for the heads up!

Totally forgot about WinDefend service....
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(This post was last modified: 2011-02-26 19:50 by eskro.)
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2011-04-08 22:42 Post: #7
Windows newb here, how do I do the items on this list.
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2011-04-08 22:44 Post: #8
google is your friend T800
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2011-04-09 02:10 Post: #9
Keep in mind order might be important as well - the AHCI adjustment should really be done before you install your OS.....Wink
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2011-04-09 02:40 Post: #10
Good timing. My SSD is in the mail. Subscribed so I don't forget where this info is.
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