Just a question on a Gateway GWTC116-2BL 1. Are the hard drive upgradable?

JamesT
JamesT Member Posts: 129 Skilled Fixer WiFi Icon

Just a question on a Gateway GWTC116-2BL 1 I know it is not a legacy or a netbook but was the only category for this model

I can get one for 10.00 plus 12.00 shipping is it any good a slow laptop?

I guess it has a 11.6" touch screen and 1.1GHz

[Edited the thread to add issue detail]

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  • JamesT
    JamesT Member Posts: 129 Skilled Fixer WiFi Icon

    also are the hard drive upgradable ?

  • Sharanji
    Sharanji ACE Posts: 4,859 Pathfinder

    @JamesT

    This is my personal review.

    For $12 dollars, the 11.6-inch size and convertible design make it convenient for travel and use as a tablet. It could be a good option for children's first laptop or for use on trips as a tablet for movies and games.

    The laptop is often described as slow, even for basic tasks, and may not be suitable for demanding applications. The 64GB SSD is considered insufficient for storing many files, photos, or videos, requiring reliance on cloud storage. It's not recommended for users who need a fast and powerful laptop for demanding tasks, gaming, or video editing.

    There's no way to upgrade the SSD, because it is soldered to the board. Unfortunately the RAM also cannot be upgraded because it is built into the motherboard.

    I hope this helps! If this was useful, please hit 'Yes' or 'Like'! Thanks! 😊

  • JamesT
    JamesT Member Posts: 129 Skilled Fixer WiFi Icon

    Thank you after asking this the seller has now raised the price of shipping to 28.00 from 12 so will pass on it

    too bad they have to solder the hard drive in makes it impossible to upgrade

    Thank you again for the information

    Have a Nice Day

  • billsey
    billsey ACE Posts: 35,828 Trailblazer
    edited 7:27PM

    Yes, the design incorporates a small eMMC drive and very likely doesn't have provisions for a second drive. The eMMC will be soldered to the motherboard, so not available for upgrade.

    Click on "Like" if you find my answer useful or click on "Yes" if it answers your question.