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Crucial BX100 250GB SSD $118 & SanDisk Ultra II 960GB SSD $427 Delivered @ Shopping Express

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Crucial BX100 250GB SSD $118 & SanDisk Ultra II 960GB SSD $427 Delivered @ Shopping Express
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tightarse on 21/07/2015 - 20:17 shoppingexpress.com.au (1107 clicks)
Last edited 21/07/2015 - 20:42
solidarse

Another fabulous deal from Shopping Express and easily the best delivered prices in Australia at time of posting. Feel free to ask questions in the post, and the SE Rep will do his best to respond. Here's some links to help with your decision…

Purchase:

Crucial BX100 250GB SSD SATA $118
SanDisk Ultra II 960GB SSD SATA $427

Pricewatch:

Crucial BX100 250GB SSD SATA
SanDisk Ultra II 960GB SSD SATA

Reviews:

Crucial BX100 250GB SSD SATA
SanDisk Ultra II 960GB SSD SATA

Sale is limited to one of each per customer. Apply coupon solidarse at checkout and select your preferred delivery option, which will be deducted from the final price. All stock is shipped from Australia and will be dispatched the same or next business day. See FAQ here. Have a great night :)

I receive no financial benefit from posting these coupon deals. Never have, never will.

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  • holoz0r on 21/07/2015 - 20:34
    +3

    Great deal. Wish this was a deal on the 1tb variant of the bx100, but I can wait a bit longer before i upgrade.

    • gimli on 21/07/2015 - 23:03
      -1

      I solidarse farted

      gimli on 21/07/2015 - 23:03 (Collapsed - Offtopic. Show)
      • justtoreply on 21/07/2015 - 23:54

        How far did the nugget fly?

        • Lukian on 22/07/2015 - 12:09

          No distance, the arse was solid.

  • bargainist on 21/07/2015 - 20:37
    +2

    Any deals on Samsung EVO 850?

    • lukeloop on 21/07/2015 - 22:08

      you will need to pay about $35 more for that.

      • bargainist on 21/07/2015 - 22:14
        +3

        That's why I ask whether they have a deal on it…

  • spkh on 21/07/2015 - 20:38

    Thanks heaps

  • justcallmeboss on 21/07/2015 - 20:38
    +3

    Is the Crucial BX100 250GB SSD significantly better than the SanDisk SSD Plus 240gb (ignoring 10gb extra storage)?

    • holoz0r on 21/07/2015 - 20:40
      +3

      This review makes it look like amazing bang for buck: http://www.anandtech.com/show/9144/crucial-bx100-120gb-250gb…

      • fatcartmen on 21/07/2015 - 21:08

        can't really understand. so which one is better?

        • Store RepShoppingExpress @ Shopping Express on 21/07/2015 - 21:11
          +1

          Crucial BX100 is definitely fast than Sandisk Plus. Review linked above compares it to some of the Faster ssd on the market and it's performance is right up there.

        • 4agte on 21/07/2015 - 21:14
          +1

          Crucial is considered more reliable of the two. Given a choice that's what I would go with.

        • holoz0r on 21/07/2015 - 21:15
          +2

          Long story short, BX100 punches well above its weight, dollar for dollar with a variation of test types - I was determined that my new machine was going to have a 1TB 850 PRO (Samsung, arguably, the best all round SSD going about at the moment) but the BX100 benchmarks are nearly there, (lagging about 5-10% behind), while the drive is typically 15% cheaper than the Samsung. Makes it very appealing.

    • RJK on 22/07/2015 - 00:15
      +3

      Generally speaking, you won't really notice a huge difference in the performance of most current gen SSDs. The main decision point really is reliability (Crucial), or any special features you might like (e.g. power loss protection).

      I say this as someone who has used SSDs new and old (over about 3 or 4 generations), large and small, consumer-grade and business-grade, and from various manufacturers.

      Personally I can only notice a difference when using very old SSDs, e.g. an old Samsung PM800 128gb (with trim support), but even they they are decent when paired with a fast machine, and certainly perform far better than any HDD. Probably the slowest SSD I've used was a 64gb one (forget what brand) from around 2009 or 2010, but they've come a long way since then.

      • joeflacco on 22/07/2015 - 00:52
        +1

        Yep, not sure why people mention the speed benchmarks of SSD's. The real world differences are just about negligible, whether it's Samsung, Crucial, Intel, Sandisk etc.

        • justcallmeboss on 22/07/2015 - 01:05

          That's good to hear, cause I bought the SanDisk last week!

      • justcallmeboss on 22/07/2015 - 01:05
        +1

        Hey thanks RJK, this was easy to understand. Appreciate it

  • gunso on 21/07/2015 - 20:41
    +6

    Good deal on 250Gb. Waiting for 500Gb.

    • bhm133 on 22/07/2015 - 12:13

      Me too! I didn't bite on the samsung the other day. After that elusive crucial!

  • PowerB on 21/07/2015 - 20:42

    Was holding out for 500gb, but I think I'll bite for the 250 gb. Thanks TA

  • coolrunnings on 21/07/2015 - 20:55

    Great price as always TA and thank you but I have to say I'm a little wary as I ordered a 128gb microSD from SE in the previous deal and although I received an email on the 16th that said it shipped, still nada…

    • Store RepShoppingExpress @ Shopping Express on 21/07/2015 - 20:58
      +1

      Hi coolrunnings,

      Have you start your query with our support team yet?
      Would you mind PM me the order id?

      cheers
      SE

      • coolrunnings on 21/07/2015 - 23:26

        Thanks for offering to look into it.
        I had checked the website and it asked customers to wait 10 working days before contacting the support team, but I was concerned because I got an email saying it had shipped on the 16th and it just usually doesn't take that long to get a letter from NSW to Melbourne.

        • Store RepShoppingExpress @ Shopping Express on 22/07/2015 - 09:51
          +1

          have pm'ed you on what to do next.

          cheers
          SE

  • danishcookie on 21/07/2015 - 21:01
    +1

    ordered! Thnks

    • Store RepShoppingExpress @ Shopping Express on 21/07/2015 - 21:06

      cheers mate

      • furythree on 22/07/2015 - 00:45

        hi rep

        off topic

        but i emailed you guys about doing a deal on the J5Create Juc600 cable and heard no reply

        You guys had it on sale but i missed it a while back

        any chance you can do a deal again?

        • Store RepShoppingExpress @ Shopping Express on 22/07/2015 - 10:03

          Pm'ed you

  • NachoMafia on 21/07/2015 - 21:08
    +1

    Looking forward to the TA code for a HDD deal.

    • hoondaboy on 22/07/2015 - 09:52
      +1

      Hmmm, thinking you could try "hardarse", or "arseonaplatter". YMMV

  • chaifly on 21/07/2015 - 21:23

    Thanks guys! got one for my Macbook!

  • Vitalic on 21/07/2015 - 21:24

    Great deal, thanks

  • jackrat on 21/07/2015 - 21:31

    Thanks TA, great deal, ordered the BX100.

  • davicta on 21/07/2015 - 21:36

    I had to upvote just for the coupon name.

  • atlas on 21/07/2015 - 21:53
    -4

    Would love a deal on an i5 nuc

  • zerolabel on 21/07/2015 - 21:55
    +1

    ordered one BX100, thanks TA and SE!

  • jd4free on 21/07/2015 - 21:57

    Anyone know if Microsoft have changed their licensing requirements. When I spoke to Microsoft's licencing specialist way back about 7 years ago I was advised that I had to purchase new licenses for all computers that had a new cpu or hard drive. (They considered this a new computer yes..crazy i know)

    I was also advised recently that Windows 8 remembers it's key hence the reason why they don't have the keys/stickers on computers anymore. Ultimately I'm Wondering if there's any issue ghosting the old drive image onto the new SSD from a Licencing AND a technical point of view.

    • scrimshaw on 21/07/2015 - 22:11
      +2

      t Windows 8 remembers it's key hence the reason why they don't have the keys/stickers on computers anymore.

      PCs that come with Windows 8, Windows 8.1, and Windows RT have an encrypted product key embedded in their UEFI firmware. When you reinstall the same version of Windows 8 or 8.1 on a PC that came with it, the product key will be automatically applied and activated. You won’t see any product key prompt — it will all happen automatically.

      Also note: Microsoft also revised their OEM T&C's to allow transfer of licenses between PC's, if you purchased a whitebox computer from MSY for e.g and you received a system builder's license, you can use it again in your next build provided that you fulfill the following condition:

      Can be transferred to new hardware, if removed from the prior PC.

      http://www.microsoft.com/oem/en/licensing/sblicensing/Pages/…

    • justtoreply on 21/07/2015 - 23:57
      +2

      Also, you can extract your key from the bios with software and do it the old fashioned way when reinstalling next time. Thankfully.

      MS really needs to wake up and start making the isos freely available to download, including OEM discs. Better yet, have only one disc to install any version of windows. Special OEM discs are the bane of people like me (who are acting legally).

      • richox on 22/07/2015 - 06:19

        They do? I've downloaded every copy of windows I've installed for they last few years.. At least 5. Just regular home consumer as well not a sysadmin

  • Wuuuleee on 21/07/2015 - 22:38

    Don't know why I bought one. Anyway, Crucial + Sandisk = Solid, how come TA :D ?

  • l-p on 21/07/2015 - 22:46

    You're Super tightarse

  • TilacVIP on 21/07/2015 - 22:47
    +3

    250GB, therefore should show up as about 232GB in Windows ??

  • thejew on 21/07/2015 - 23:16

    Can you tell me about the warranty on both?

    Cheers

    • TilacVIP on 21/07/2015 - 23:16
      +1

      Say 3 years on their website.

      Cheers StoreRep, just got a Cruical.

      • Store RepShoppingExpress @ Shopping Express on 21/07/2015 - 23:18
        +1

        cheers mate

    • Store RepShoppingExpress @ Shopping Express on 21/07/2015 - 23:17
      +1

      both have 3 years manufacturer's warranty

  • thejew on 21/07/2015 - 23:26

    3 years warranty is good, but I like the 5 year warranty on Samsung SSDs even more :)

  • danhdang on 22/07/2015 - 00:03
    +2

    Not a big fan of Crucial ssd lately, still waiting for the Samsung Evo 850 hot deals, bring it back please, cheers!!!

  • almostfrench on 22/07/2015 - 00:23

    Bought. Thank you.

  • Serapis on 22/07/2015 - 02:36
    +1

    Somehow read that as solid snake…

  • KnifeEnthusiastBoi on 22/07/2015 - 03:21

    Thanks TA, was waiting on a good SSD deal for a 250GB, missed out on the previous sandisk one because the code wouldnt work.

  • jaykay on 22/07/2015 - 08:25

    Ordered & paid for 250gb crucial one last night.
    Any chance of receiving it by this Friday in VIC METRO rep?
    cheers!

    • Store RepShoppingExpress @ Shopping Express on 22/07/2015 - 09:53
      +1

      Yes, very likely to receive by or before friday.

      • jaykay on 22/07/2015 - 09:55
        +1

        cheers mate!!

  • Blockey on 22/07/2015 - 08:49

    Come on TA, get back on the SD card deals!

  • Economical on 22/07/2015 - 09:03

    Fantastic deal! however I am waiting for Crucial MX200 250 Gb… any possibilities?

  • JKF on 22/07/2015 - 09:29

    How does the BX100 compare to the M550? Beside M550 being slightly faster which in real life I think will be hardly noticeable. Not sure if I should hold out for a M550 sales or bite the bullet on this one.

  • check on 22/07/2015 - 09:52

    Thanks OP, ordered!

  • regsofweb on 22/07/2015 - 09:55

    Oh my. This is real a good deal. Ordered a Toshiba 240G ssd last Tue for $125 at SE, but I do not receive it. Call the CS, said nothing can do but wait.

    • Store RepShoppingExpress @ Shopping Express on 22/07/2015 - 10:15

      seemed a bit longer than usual waiting time for you. Would you like to PM me your ticket ID?

      cheers
      SE

  • grog on 22/07/2015 - 10:44

    TA for prime minister….

    ripper tune boris!

  • devnull73 on 22/07/2015 - 12:07

    thanks tightarse, got on board, going into an old imac ;)

  • Willy Bargin on 22/07/2015 - 12:20

    $117 @ Kogan

    • Dr Techno on 22/07/2015 - 12:29

      plus delivery which was $9 for me

      • Willy Bargin on 22/07/2015 - 13:03

        just encase some one miss out on this deal

  • joshmachine on 22/07/2015 - 12:30

    Hi rep or others, can you pls advise if this will be compatible with my old HP DV6-6135TX model laptop?

    • Store RepShoppingExpress @ Shopping Express on 22/07/2015 - 12:49
      +1

      Hi joshmachine,

      Yes it will be.

      • joshmachine on 22/07/2015 - 13:06
        +1

        Thanks, will order one. Cheers
        Ordered :)

  • Phoebus on 22/07/2015 - 12:46

    I wish there were some mSATA drives at similar prices.

  • jaykay on 22/07/2015 - 13:38

    I have a ques: how do you install these as the boot drive/windows drive if you no longer have the windows 7 CD ? (computer was built - oem key)

    • Frig on 22/07/2015 - 14:15
      +1

      Download the version of Windows you have off their website and create a DVD from the iso image and use that - assuming you have the key.

      Or clone the drive to the SSD (not recommended)

      • jaykay on 22/07/2015 - 14:25

        yes, you are right, thank you
        I do not want to clone, probably just go for the fresh install route.
        as for the key - the system was pre built for me, it did not come with the cd or cd key, is there anyway I can find out the cd key? I know its a legit and not a pirated version for sure.

        • 4agte on 22/07/2015 - 15:09
          +2

          There is few ways to find the serial but software is the easiest way. Try something like Magical Jelly Bean

      • check on 22/07/2015 - 16:41

        Or clone the drive to the SSD (not recommended)

        Not recommended - why? I am planning to do this as then don't have to look for keys etc.

        • Frig on 22/07/2015 - 17:37

          It can get tricky cloning to a smaller ssd.
          Also you need to make sure you get cloning software that will optimise the sector size for ssd.

          Even then, cloning doesn't always work 100% of the time. You may need to boot your Windows DVD and do a Startup Repair 3 times (yes three)

          As above - Magical Jelly Bean or similar products will grab your Windows key and maybe Office

          You will need to manually find your other keys if you have any

        • jaykay on 22/07/2015 - 17:41

          @Frig:

          do you know if I can use any old windows 7 CD lying around (borrow A friend's one) and just input the serial of my own computer?

        • Frig on 22/07/2015 - 20:10

          @jaykay:

          As long it is the same version then yes. They key is not tied to the DVD.

          If you have Win 7 Home Premium 32bit OEM you will need that DVD
          Same if it is Win 7 Pro 64bit OEM you will need that DVD.

          There is a page on Microsoft website where you can download the .iso files for each version. Not sure where - I'm sure someone will post a link.

        • jaykay on 22/07/2015 - 20:23

          @Frig:

          cheers mate!! you have been a great help

          on a side note: my ssd was just shipped out today! anyone else? after ordering last night!

        • Frig on 22/07/2015 - 20:29

          @jaykay:

          No worries :)

  • bargainperson on 22/07/2015 - 18:23

    Any deal for 2 of the BX100?

  • thepigs on 22/07/2015 - 18:32

    out of interest how many SSDs did you sell with the solidarse code? And as a percentage of your stock?

  • tomwood on 22/07/2015 - 21:41

    Only concerned the 250GB's write speed is only like 350MB/s. Probably shouldn't matter depending on purpose though.

    • Frig on 22/07/2015 - 21:44

      Mate, I can't tell the difference between a 550MB/s and a 200MB/s running off a sata 2 port.

      It's all about the iops and latency that makes the difference. This drive is excellent.

      • Max Power on 22/07/2015 - 21:52

        That would be because SATA 2 is 300MB/s

        • Frig on 22/07/2015 - 22:17

          Sorry, I should have said a 550MB/s of a SATA 3 port as opposed to a 200MB/s off a SATA 2 port.

          Thanks :)

  • Grand Mufti on 22/07/2015 - 22:45

    Would the BX100 be compatible on my Qnap TS-453 Pro as an SSD Cache?

  • JKF on 23/07/2015 - 10:02

    Hi Rep,

    How long does it take for direct deposit to clear? I place the order and make the payment yesterday morning. It is still showing up as payment's due on the order status.

    By experience CBA to CBA transfer is instant.

    • Store RepShoppingExpress @ Shopping Express on 23/07/2015 - 10:15

      It's instant but we receive and process the statement 1 day delay. Please PM me the ticket ID so i can have a quick check for you.

      Cheers
      SE

      • JKF on 23/07/2015 - 11:25

        Thanks Rep, have PM you.

      • jaykay on 23/07/2015 - 19:29

        my order:
        Wednesday: shipping info approved

        hasn't changed status since then…is this normal??
        was hoping to receive it by tomorrow but looks like wont be the case now ???

        • Store RepShoppingExpress @ Shopping Express on 24/07/2015 - 12:48

          please Pm me your order ID

        • letmethefuqin on 29/07/2015 - 13:31

          @ShoppingExpress:

          I am having the same issue, can you PM me I can't get a response on your phone number :(

  • JudgeMingus on 23/07/2015 - 12:08

    Crucial BX100 250GB now out of stock.

    I knew I should have pulled the trigger yesterday!

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