onlycoolasian
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I read that the r1 does not support msata. You can only put a red ssd in and if you would like a hdd, you would have to replace the optical bay for it or run an external hdd. I personally have installed a samsung 840 evo in my m14x r1 with the a08 sata fix bios and the speeds are amazing. I have had no problems with start up, etc that other people reported when they try the sata fix. I also have the original hdd sitting in the optical bay.
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Pretty much what Brian said, Alienware's price tag comes with the aesthetics that apparently not much people like for rigs. I still stand by my purchase and I'm sure lots of people who own an Alienware do, but I can tell you upgrades and customizations are becoming less common. I have the m14x R1 and compared to the m14 now, options are much less. If you want something more flexible maybe go with the other.
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If you check the A08 + Sata III fix thread, a lot of people give different SSD that they use. Personally I plan on upgrading to the Samsung 840 Evo. They are decently priced since there is a new model (850?), but I think the R1 is to old to be compatible. Please correct me if I am wrong though.