On 2016-11-14 15:17, Mike Copeland wrote:

> mbsoftwaresolutions@mbsoftwaresolutions.com wrote:

>>

>> My question: I know SSD drives are 20x faster reportedly, but would

>> that still apply if it's an EXTERNAL drive? I understand that using

>> the USB 3.0 port is better than the older USB 2.x ports and earlier

>> for transfer rates.

>

> SATA 3 HD interface is rated up to 6Gbps

> USB 3.0 interface is rated up to 5Gbps

>

> Yes, using an SSD external will result in better performance than a

> non-SSD, even with USB 3.0 interface in the mix.

>

> Mike Copeland

Thanks, Mike. Sounds like an even better plan is to get the SATA 3 HD

connection. I believe my laptop has that port too.

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