jerryc41 wrote:
Question: Am I correct in assuming that "SATA 0" on the MoBo must be used for the C drive? "SATA 1" would be for D, etc? The cable from SATA 0 is too short to reach to the SSD, so I had to use a 90° cable that sticks out too far to slide the side panel back on.
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SATA 0 is not reserved for the C drive. The C drive may be plugged into any SATA socket. The same for the other drives. Drive letters may be assigned or changed by using Disk Management. The BIOS will find the drive with the OS on it. Also, boot order is controlled in the BIOS so one can boot from a Flash Drive or CD/DVD.
I also would not worry about 110 degrees under continuous use. I would think DELL would have studied the air flow in the case and it shouldn't need more fans unless you have added heat producing components.