Posted by Marc Martin on
URL: https://www.es-forum.com/Buying-new-computer-tp4030083p4030178.html

Yes, hard drives can be a big problem, although not all hard drives affect me the same way.  For example, when it comes to traditional hard drives, I have no problem with the Western Digital "Red" series.  However, I have BIG problems tolerating Hitachi/ HGST DeskStar drives.  And if you don't need lots of space, then an SSD drive would be best (I use Intel, but I suspect many brands are good).  

And probably a metal cabinet would be good too.  I use a Lenovo ThinkCentre tower at home, and it has a metal case.  At both home and at work, I use computers designed for "professional/industrial" use (as opposed to cheaper consumer stuff, which would more likely use plastic and lower-quality components)

Marc