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How do I tweak Ubuntu 12.10 (32-bit) so it optimizes the performance and life of my SSD? Thanks :)

Maria
2013-10-22 08:09:15
From my head now, install preload, change swappiness to 0 if you have enough ram. Load logs to RAM, enable TRIM, use lighter GUI like xfce or lxde.You can read more in here http://namhuy.net/1563/how-to-tweak-and-optimize-ssd-for-ubuntu-linux-mint.htmlI followed some from that blog and it helps
KamilKozyra
2013-04-30 16:03:38
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Big oops - I meant to say "I'm now using 13.04". Sorry :(
KamilKozyra
2013-04-29 15:49:25
Just an update - I'm not using 13.04. Does it make much of a difference?
Genadi
2013-07-27 19:40:01
This is not quite correct!I read the guide, but still decided to check it out.Boy, what a surprise!! my 13.04 used CFQ!!!I installed Ubuntu 13.04 when it was in Alpha, and probably all the upgrades never changed this.I strongly suggest to check and ensure it is either Deadline or NOOP (if no mechanical HDDs in the same computer).
dragonmouth
2013-04-29 13:06:04
SSD drives, unlike mechanical HDs, will allow only a finite number of writes to them. The number may be huge but is finite nevertheless. Therefore, you should put your swap partition and /home partition on a mechanical HD.
ha14
2013-04-28 20:49:25
Solid State Drive (SSD): optimize it for Ubuntu, Linux Mint and Debian https://sites.google.com/site/easylinuxtipsproject/ssdEnable TRIM On SSD (Solid-State Drives) In Ubuntu For Better Performancehttp://www.webupd8.org/2013/01/enable-trim-on-ssd-solid-state-drives.htmlInstalling Ubuntu 12.10 on an SSD, Part 3 http://labnotes.decampo.org/2012/12/installing-ubuntu-1210-on-ssd-part-3.html