SilverStone HDDBOOST - Manual (Page 7)

Q: How does HDDBOOST extend the life of SSD?
A: Compared to using the SSD as a system drive, the HDDBOOST will write all data to
the system drive unless the data have been changed in the same LBA (Logical block
addressing) area present on the SSD. This helps reduce the wear and tear that normally
occurs when writing data to SSD. We recommend using SSD with capacity up to 32GB
for operation system (OS) and most frequently accessed programs.
Q. Why is it necessary to defrag the hard drive before initial installation?
A: During the first Mirror backup process, HDDBOOST will “Mirror” the front-end data
(including the DPT, Disk Partition Table) from HDD to SSD directly. Defragmenting the
HDD first will ensure there is as much data as possible to be copied to SSD.
A: The recommended capacity of SSD will depend on the number of installed programs
and the size of the operating system. Generally, Windows XP needs 8GB minimum while
Windows Vista and Windows 7 needs 32GB minimum.
A: 1. Plug the included SATA/power cable to the HDDBOOST and to corresponding
connectors on the motherboard, power supply and system hard disk. Turn on the
computer, the system will scan and install the driver automatically. After the above
installation is completed, turn off your computer.
2. Connect your SSD carefully to the connector on the HDDBOOST. Turn on the system,
enable the HDDBOOST as your boot hard disk drive and enjoy the powerful speed.
Q: What capacity of SSD should I buy?
Q: When BIOS enable in AHCI mode, how to setup the HDDBOOST?
Q: Will HDDBOOST damage/lose the original hard drive data?
A: In general use, the data will be fully written to the hard drive, so no data would be lost.
The Mirror backup process will not write data to the hard drive, thus eliminating the
chance of data loss. Even if SSD wears out or HDDBOOST’s controller malfunctions,
the original hard drive can still be used to boot the system normally.
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