4/13/2023 0 Comments Imac 2010 hard drive replacement![]() But, even with the video, I dont think I wanna DIY. From £18.99 iMac & Mac mini Dual Drive Enclosure Increase the storage space in your computer by replacing the optical drive with a second SATA hard drive or SSD. From £18.99 iMac Intel 27' Mid 2010 Dual Hard Drive Kit Install a second 2.5' SATA hard drive in your iMac. Hotter, slower, and less reliable than any new drive. iFixitYourself has a tutorial to show you how to replace the hard drive of your aluminum Intel iMac. Install an additional 2.5' SATA hard drive in your EMC 2428 iMac. Installing an old 3.5" drive would be way down my list. If you encounter an issue, their tech support is good. ![]() Even if you go for a spinner, I'd talk to OWC first and spend the extra few bucks to get one from them. If you can at all swing it, I'd install a 480GB OWC SSD instead of a spinning drive as it's going to run much, much better. This kit offers you with two screwdrivers, two suction cups, and other useful gear to remove the current drive in your 2009 or 2010 iMac. ![]() Those tiny screws are easy to strip if you try to use something "close enough". ![]() Not sure about the iMac but I encountered it on a 2009 MBP.īased on the Macsales/OWC page, your iMac will have a 3.5" space so if you use a 2.5" drive, you'll need a caddy.ĭoing this on an iMac isn't for the faint of heart so watch the OWC install video for an SSD (it will be the same process for a spinner) and make sure you have the exact tools required. ![]() The only tricky bit I've seen is where some SATA2 controllers in that era had an issue with most brands of SATA3 SSDs. ![]()
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |