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Old Jul 31, 2013 | 7:52 am
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Originally Posted by gfunkdave
NEVER defrag an SSD. They don't need it, since there's no read head that needs to traverse the disk. Defragging an SSD with any regularity can drastically reduce its lifespan.
I've done it a couple dozen times over the last 5 years. No issues either way.

I'd look in to finding an appropriate driver that gives XP TRIM support. I know my cheapo SSD that I put in my 2006 Thinkpad had such a one.
Again, why? What value does it bring? My 5+ year old SSD is still super fast compared to a HDD. I haven't noticed any decrease.
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