Removing the underside from the Macbook Pro

Sadly, for me, it wasn’t that easy as I couldn’t find something specifically for my model that already has an SSD equipped. If you have a mechanical drive then it’s relatively easy to find the answer. With lots of “teardowns” available for the Macbook, I thought it wouldn’t be too hard to work out how the drive can be replaced. Thankfully, since, SSD prices have dropped, so it’s time for a replacement. However, although storage of media is still not something I do on it, I do make extensive use of iMovie. As I wasn’t storing music, videos or photos on it I felt that 120GB of storage would be plenty, and the SSD would add extra resilience. It wasn’t a standard build as I opted for a 120GB SSD, instead of the usual mechanical drive.

It’s still going just as strong today, now with the latest version of OS X (although battery lift is not what it was). Support for up to two Thunderbolt displaysĭual display extended, video mirroring, and AirPlay Mirroringġ - 3.It was back in August 2012 that I bought myself a Macbook Pro. Up to 1 GB DDR3 SDRAM shared from main memory Intel Direct Media Interface (DMI) at 2.5 GT/sįull-size backlit keyboard with 78 (U.S.) or 79 (ISO) keysġ1.6-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit glossy widescreen Intel Core i5 or Core i7 (3317U, 3667U) ('Ivy Bridge') External Hard Drive Enclosure - Convert your existing drive into an external oneĪpple User Guide for the Apple 11' MacBook Air (Mid 2012):Īpple Support Macbook Air (Mid 2012) User Guide (PDF) Here is some detailed specifications as well as direct link to available upgrades: Spudger - Apple Pry Tool Non-Marking - Nylon (Black Stick) - 922-5065 Recommended Tools for the HDD/SSD upgrade: OWC Video Installation Guide for the Apple 11' MacBook Air (Mid 2012): Please see our laptop drive page to locate your Apple compatible PCI SSD upgrade for your Mac, and we'll ship it fast from our warehouse in Victoria. You will need is some simple tools, and the correct parts. We then urge you to follow the videos or the Apple manual provided on the links below. They are a couple of available upgrades for the Apple 11' MacBook Air (Mid 2012), You can quite easily replace the storage drive as well as the battery. Apple Macbook Air 11' (Mid 2012) Installation Guides and Specifications

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