Hard drive size on 335i LCI

D_o_S · 02-21-2009, 06:08 AM

Hi guys,

how big is the HDD that comes with the LCI i-drive? I've read 40 and 80, dunno what is true?

Thanks.

Technic · 02-21-2009, 09:04 AM

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Originally Posted by D_o_S

Hi guys,

how big is the HDD that comes with the LCI i-drive? I've read 40 and 80, dunno what is true?

Thanks.

80GB

D_o_S · 02-24-2009, 11:50 AM

Thanks, and I'm assuming there is no limit to storing music?

Technic · 02-24-2009, 12:32 PM

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Originally Posted by D_o_S

Thanks, and I'm assuming there is no limit to storing music?

8GB

creaminz · 02-25-2009, 02:41 AM

only 8gb out of 80gb?? what about other 72gb??

3er858 · 02-25-2009, 02:59 AM

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Originally Posted by creaminz

only 8gb out of 80gb?? what about other 72gb??

+1 They should have allocated more for music... I guess I can't complain though, I haven't even used it all up with my music yet.

2kaccordocoupe · 02-27-2009, 07:22 AM

I have 12.5 GB allocated for music on mine...

Rotary Rasp · 02-27-2009, 11:53 AM

13gb avail on mine. If you have the iPod option you can connect and external drive. I have a 160 with 90gb of music hooked up.

Kilgore Trout · 02-27-2009, 12:28 PM

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Originally Posted by creaminz

only 8gb out of 80gb?? what about other 72gb??

Where do you think the nav data and operating system live? all the data that used to be on those nice double sided dvds is now on the HD - a large part of the reason why the performance is so snappy on the new nav.

SoYank · 02-27-2009, 01:09 PM

Partitions are:
65GB (max) Navigation
12GB Entertainment Server
4GB CDDB (Gracenote)
2GB System
500MB Contacts
500MB Speech

Originally the Entertainment partition was only 8GB so the extra 4GB must have come from the Navigation partition bringing it down to 61GB.

SoYank · 02-27-2009, 01:17 PM

There are four means to get music played (discounting the radio which no longer plays music) in the car. You can use the CD drive, an iPod, the entertainment segment of the HDD, or external HDD or solid-state thumb drive for music. It seems the maximum usable sized thumb drive is 8GB. I have a 16GB that won't get recognized by the car.

cereal · 02-28-2009, 09:08 AM

SoYank: Do you have the rest of that document you attached? If so, can I get a copy?

I'm trying to figure out if I'll be able to get my Japanese spec navigation to work in Australia if I take the car with me when I go home.

Previous versions of iDrive had additional H/W installed in order to make them work in Japan which also rendered them pretty much useless outside the country. I've had a look through my car and couldn't find anything additional. I'm hoping that it's just a software thing with the new CIC and that the GPS will work overseas.

SoYank · 02-28-2009, 02:08 PM

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Originally Posted by cereal

SoYank: Do you have the rest of that document you attached? If so, can I get a copy?

Sorry, I was only given the one page when the service department was looking into how to get European maps on my car.

Rotary Rasp · 02-28-2009, 02:36 PM

13gb for music, not 12.

Technic · 02-28-2009, 03:00 PM

Official CIC document states only 8GB for music...

mdernst · 02-28-2009, 04:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Technic

Official CIC document states only 8GB for music...

My theory is that document was prepared fairly early in the process and software/programming later allowed for more music storage.

Here is a picture of my screen showing a total of 12,500 MB total Music Storage area. 2009 E90 M3 (10/2008 production).

Mike

SoYank · 02-28-2009, 05:46 PM

When the service advisor gave me the page I posted in #10 above he said that the partition for music had been updated to 12 GB and so he marked it on the page.

Even though that page and Technic's .pdf both say the disc is a total of 80GB, is it possible that this has been increased without any fanfare?

PCR · 02-28-2009, 09:48 PM

I just ordered a Patriot 64GB Flash Drive from Newegg 2 days ago. It came yesterday and I loaded up a copy of my iTunes library on it and it works like a charm.

Right now I only have 10.2 GB of music on the drive, but it plays just fine.

I used Tunebite to convert my purchased music.

I just keep this plugged into my center console.

Originally, I was going to buy a used iPod to keep in the console, but this is cheaper than even an 8GB Nano.

JZ69 · 03-04-2009, 06:38 PM

13.05 GB for Euro spec cars.

Still think its pointless when you have a 32GB flash drive though.

JZ

nickgoa · 04-20-2009, 02:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Technic

Official CIC document states only 8GB for music...

The PDF you posted was very informative.

Do you have access to the same document for the previous year(s)?

Specifically my car is an US spec E92 produced in January 2007.

Thanks,

Nikos

sbux · 06-18-2009, 10:20 AM

06-08 E90 CIC PDF is needed too here. Please post if you have it .... Thanks....

bsd107 · 06-18-2009, 07:48 PM

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Originally Posted by SoYank

There are four means to get music played (discounting the radio which no longer plays music) in the car. You can use the CD drive, an iPod, the entertainment segment of the HDD, or external HDD or solid-state thumb drive for music. It seems the maximum usable sized thumb drive is 8GB. I have a 16GB that won't get recognized by the car.

I've been using a Sony 16GB USB thumb drive for six months now with no problems.

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Rotary Rasp Lieutenant Colonel 243 Rep 1,857 Posts Drives: 2009 E92 335i 6MT Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: SoCal - Torrance iTrader: (6)	13gb avail on mine. If you have the iPod option you can connect and external drive. I have a 160 with 90gb of music hooked up.
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SoYank Major General 582 Rep 7,519 Posts Drives: 2009 E90 335i MT Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Vinton, Virginia iTrader: (1) Garage List 2009 BMW E90 335i S ... [9.00]	Partitions are: 65GB (max) Navigation 12GB Entertainment Server 4GB CDDB (Gracenote) 2GB System 500MB Contacts 500MB Speech Originally the Entertainment partition was only 8GB so the extra 4GB must have come from the Navigation partition bringing it down to 61GB. Attached Images __________________ **2009 E90 335i Montego Blue · Black Leather · Burl Walnut · 6MT · US Spec** SatNav • ZPP • ZCW • 6FL • TPMS • iDrive • PDC • HWS • Xenons • BMW Assist • Power Rear Sunshade • Logic 7 European Taillights • Rear Foglamp • OEM Alarm • PicoTray • DataToys XM-DVR • Multi-view Processor Quaife ATB LSD • Short Shift Knob • Hartge Anti-Roll Bars • AP Racing Front Brakes • 19" Style 269
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SoYank Major General 582 Rep 7,519 Posts Drives: 2009 E90 335i MT Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Vinton, Virginia iTrader: (1) Garage List 2009 BMW E90 335i S ... [9.00]	There are four means to get music played (discounting the radio which no longer plays music) in the car. You can use the CD drive, an iPod, the entertainment segment of the HDD, or external HDD or solid-state thumb drive for music. It seems the maximum usable sized thumb drive is 8GB. I have a 16GB that won't get recognized by the car. __________________ **2009 E90 335i Montego Blue · Black Leather · Burl Walnut · 6MT · US Spec** SatNav • ZPP • ZCW • 6FL • TPMS • iDrive • PDC • HWS • Xenons • BMW Assist • Power Rear Sunshade • Logic 7 European Taillights • Rear Foglamp • OEM Alarm • PicoTray • DataToys XM-DVR • Multi-view Processor Quaife ATB LSD • Short Shift Knob • Hartge Anti-Roll Bars • AP Racing Front Brakes • 19" Style 269
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cereal Enlisted Member 0 Rep 49 Posts Drives: 135i Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Tokyo iTrader: (0)	SoYank: Do you have the rest of that document you attached? If so, can I get a copy? I'm trying to figure out if I'll be able to get my Japanese spec navigation to work in Australia if I take the car with me when I go home. Previous versions of iDrive had additional H/W installed in order to make them work in Japan which also rendered them pretty much useless outside the country. I've had a look through my car and couldn't find anything additional. I'm hoping that it's just a software thing with the new CIC and that the GPS will work overseas.
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Rotary Rasp Lieutenant Colonel 243 Rep 1,857 Posts Drives: 2009 E92 335i 6MT Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: SoCal - Torrance iTrader: (6)	13gb for music, not 12.
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SoYank Major General 582 Rep 7,519 Posts Drives: 2009 E90 335i MT Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Vinton, Virginia iTrader: (1) Garage List 2009 BMW E90 335i S ... [9.00]	When the service advisor gave me the page I posted in #10 above he said that the partition for music had been updated to 12 GB and so he marked it on the page. Even though that page and Technic's .pdf both say the disc is a total of 80GB, is it possible that this has been increased without any fanfare? __________________ **2009 E90 335i Montego Blue · Black Leather · Burl Walnut · 6MT · US Spec** SatNav • ZPP • ZCW • 6FL • TPMS • iDrive • PDC • HWS • Xenons • BMW Assist • Power Rear Sunshade • Logic 7 European Taillights • Rear Foglamp • OEM Alarm • PicoTray • DataToys XM-DVR • Multi-view Processor Quaife ATB LSD • Short Shift Knob • Hartge Anti-Roll Bars • AP Racing Front Brakes • 19" Style 269
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PCR Private First Class 6 Rep 121 Posts Drives: '09 E90 335i Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: PA iTrader: (0)	I just ordered a Patriot 64GB Flash Drive from Newegg 2 days ago. It came yesterday and I loaded up a copy of my iTunes library on it and it works like a charm. Right now I only have 10.2 GB of music on the drive, but it plays just fine. I used Tunebite to convert my purchased music. I just keep this plugged into my center console. Originally, I was going to buy a used iPod to keep in the console, but this is cheaper than even an 8GB Nano.
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JZ69 Private 9 Rep 79 Posts Drives: M3 E90 DCT Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: London iTrader: (0)	13.05 GB for Euro spec cars. Still think its pointless when you have a 32GB flash drive though. JZ
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