Some drive bays have a height of 7 mm, while others have a height of 9. Introduction use this guide to upgrade or replace the solidstate drive in a macbook pro late 2012. Introduced in june 2012, the macbook pro inch, mid 2012 improved on its predecessor, the macbook pro inch, late 2011 with faster processors and graphics, more storage, usb 3. Macbook pro retina display late 2012 ssd replacement ifixit. This macbook pro uses a proprietary storage drive connector, and is therefore not compatible with common m. I have couple of questions before doing it by my self.
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In this video, i swap the hard drive out in a mid2012 macbook pro. Ssd upgrade for macbook pro mid 2012 macrumors forums. Though i rated it as 5 stars because the item works perfectly after the upgrade, there are some concerns with the vendor and with the product itself. And newer macbook pro 2016 and 2017 models are not upgradable at all. Im not a computer expert but i did extensive research on the topic about the best ssd for macbook pro and actually upgraded it by myself diy. Find low everyday prices and buy online for delivery or instore pickup. I have purchased this memory module to upgrade my daughters macbook pro retina, inch, late 2012 with 256gb ssd, model a1425. Upgrade your macbook pro to an ssd for up to 6x the capacity and 106x the speed of the original drive.
Also when removing the screws from the case take careful note of their. This macbook pro uses a proprietary storage drive connector, and is therefore not compatible with. Upgrade your macbook air hard drive to an ssd for 16x the capacity and 5. Shinestar 2nd hdd ssd hard drive caddy tray replacement for macbook pro 1517 inch a1278 a1286 a1297 2008 2009 2010. Many here recommend the ones that owc sells because they provide customer support, although they do cost more. Oct 12, 2017 hi, i use a macbook pro mid 2012 inch laptop.
Owcs stepbystep video of how to install the owc data doubler in the apple macbook pro inch mid 2012. Its a similar job for the 15inch retina macbook pro as well. Apples new inch macbook pro may not be the star of the show now that the retina model is in on the scene, but it nonetheless offers solid performance and a. Depending on the size of your drive bay, you may need to use a spacer to make your ssd fit properly. Includes diy install videos to make upgrading easy. The most common repairs with the macbook pro unibody models are replacing a dead battery or upgrading the hard drive or ram. Internal ssd flash upgrade for macbook pro retina mid 2012 early 20. Between more ram and a nice speedy ssd, youll have a inch macbook pro that boots in seconds, launches apps licketysplit, and can handle bigger data files than ever before. Just a quick video showing how to change the hard drive in this case an ssd in the new inch apple retina macbook pro. Ssds solidstate drives designed for the macbook pro. Testing conducted by apple in october 2018 using shipping 2. Once again, owc provides mac users the only upgrade solution that delivers higher performance, functionality, and reliability. With an eighthgeneration quadcore intel processor, the inch macbook pro is ready to take on even the toughest tasks. How to install second hard drivessd into a inch macbook.
Remove the following ten screws securing the lower case to the upper case. Mid2012 macbook pro ssd hard drive upgrade how to youtube. I have a mid 2012 macbook pro non retina i78gb ram 750 gb 5400 hdd. Macbook pro unibody mid 2012 case components ifixit. The replacement ssd for my macbook pro 2015 works like a charm, thank you. Externe harde schijf case voor 2012 macbook air ssd usb 3. Macbook pro unibody mid 2012 hard drive replacement ifixit.
The macbook pro unibody for mid 2012 requires a tripoint y0 screwdriver to remove the battery. Use your fingers to pry the lower case away from the body of the macbook near remove the lower case. Apple macbook pro a1278 core i5 16gb ram 250gb ssd hard drive macos mojave. Apple macbook pro inch mid 2012 present with model id. Nov 25, 2019 heres the lowdown on upgrading your 20092012 inch macbook pro ram. Technical specifications for the macbook pro inch core i5 2. Incase textured hardshell case with nanosuede for macbook pro thunderbolt 3 usbc next gallery image. Macbook pro retina mid 2012 early 20 ssd replace or upgrade the ssd in your laptop. Macbook pro retina display late 2012 ssd replacement. Buy products related to ssd for macbook pro 2012 products and see what customers. Macbook pro unibody mid 2012 parts for diy repair. Macbook pro was offered in the ntb version, and notably, the ntb version is the only macbook pro of this release that has a removable ssd. Macbook pro includes a solidstate drive thats blazing fast, with sequential read speeds up to 3. Apple has determined that a limited number of 128gb and 256gb solidstate drives ssd used in inch macbook pro non touch bar units have an issue that may result in data loss and failure of the drive.
The macbook pro unibody models require a tripoint y0 screwdriver to remove the battery. Use your fingers to pry the lower case away from the body of the macbook near remove. Jul 24, 2012 how to install second hard drive ssd into a inch macbook pro mid 2012 present. This part is compatible with a mid 2012 or early 20 macbook pro retina laptop.
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Ssd enclosure for macbook pro 2012, a1425 a98 mc975 mc976 usb 3. Apples new inch macbook pro may not be the star of the show now that the retina model is in on the scene, but it nonetheless offers solid performance and a attractive, sturdy design. I have a macbook pro mid 2012 and i used this to update it and also upgraded. When first introduced, the macbook pro with retina display base model offered a 256gb ssd configuration with no upgrade option. Hdd ssd kabel voor apple macbook pro inch pro a1278 md101 md102 hdd cable 8211480a mid 2012. All of the macbook pro laptops with a touch bar share the same pcie 3. Macbook pro unibody mid 2012 ssd installation crucial. Its worth pointing out that macbook pros from 20, 2014, and 2015 have very few ssd upgrade options. Macbook pro inch core i5 mid2012 16gb ram, 250gb ssd. Replace the hard drive in your mid 2012 macbook pro unibody.
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