Andrew bookholt introduction use this guide to completely replace your minis hard drive. The builtin is a 5400 rpm spinny disk that will make the system feel much slower than. The need for an introductory mac so that users might test drive os x declined. Includes specifications, a description and pictures of every apple computer ever made. How to install an ssd or hard drive in an apple mac mini mid 2010. So i bought a 480gb ssd, an external hard drive docking station, and a torx screwdriver set off amazon. However, from the mid 2011 models onwards, all models of mac mini had the optical drive removed. Upgraded to a ssd on my mac mini mid 2010, but sata 1 speed only. Replace your mac mini mid 2010s hard drive for more storage space and an increase in speed. Macbook pro retina a1708 late 2016 mid 2017 ssd solid state drive 256gb. If i were going to buy a new mini, i would wait for the next revision from apple that will probably offer an ssd drive and usb 3. These instructions and a little common sense can also be used to replace the lower hard drive in the server version of the mac mini.
Hello, ive upgraded my mini to a ssd disk today but its only working in sata 1, it doesnt work in sata 2, 3gbit. Will a sata3 ssd work properly on a mac mini mid 2010 with 2. Use this guide to completely replace your minis hard drive. If that bothers you, just buy a slower sata2 ssd drive. In a pinch, should the ssd or its enclosure fail, i can boot off that.
Some drive bays have a height of 7 mm, while others have a height of 9. Crucial memory and ssd upgrades 100% compatibility guaranteed for apple mac pro 4core mid 2010 free us delivery. Dates sold, processor type, memory info, hard drive details, price and more. Upgrading your ram and internal drive to an ssd will definitely improve your. Heres the ifixit guide youll need to follow to swap out your drives. Luckily that was the drive that had failed in my case. I performed open heart surgery on my mac mini, and it was horrifying.
Crucial memory and ssd upgrades 100% compatibility guaranteed for apple mac mini mid 2010 free us delivery. Depending on the size of your drive bay, you may need to use a spacer to make your ssd fit properly. Atech for apple 8gb kit 2x 4gb ddr3 1067mhz 1066mhz pc38500 sodimm memory ram upgrade for macbook, macbook pro, imac, mac mini late 2008, early 2009, mid 2009, late 2009, mid 2010 models. How to upgrade your mac mini with an ssd 2019 updated. The cupertino companys consistent refusal to add a bluray drive is also a pain, given the mac minis obvious hd abilities. Owcs stepbystep video of how to install memory, optical drive, and hard drive in the apple imac 27inch mid 2010. How to upgrade your imac with an ssd 2019 updated the definitive guide. External ssd for a mid2010 mac mini apple community.
If thats going to be an issue, can someone recommend a good 128gb sata ii ssd and where to get it. Mac mini mid 2010 hard drive replacement replace your mac mini mid 2010s hard drive for more storage space. The mac mini has long been the oddball child of the mac family. The mac mini mid 2010 is easily distinguishable from its predecessors. The mid 2010 server model was initially the only mac mini to entirely remove the optical drive, replacing it with a second hard drive in its place.
In addition to the great howto guides that rudegar has posted. At step 21 youll need to take the thermal sensor off, use extreme care. Upgrade your mac mini to up to 8x more capacity and 92x faster speeds than with the apple factory drive. Mid 2010 mac mini 4,1 question ars technica openforum. I changed superduper to backup the ssd to the mac minis internal drive. However, from the mid2011 models onwards, all models of mac mini had the optical drive removed. Timetec hynix ic 16gb kit2x8gb compatible for apple ddr3 33mhz pc310600 for earlylate 2011 1517 inch macbook pro, mid 2010 mid late 2011 21. The 2010 mac mini has a sata ll g3 controller, so you will need to make sure that whatever drive you select ssd or hdd is compatible or backwards compatible to sata ll 3g 2. Which ssd disk is compatible with mac mini mid 2010. Upgraded to a ssd on my mac mini mid 2010, but sata 1 speed. Owc thermal sensor solves imac hdd compatibility issue monday, december. Can you replace the hard drive of a 27 imac mid 2010. So far no working samsung 860 evo on my mac mini mid 2010. Technical specifications for the mac mini core 2 duo 2.
Brittany mccrigler installing mac mini mid 2010 dual drive guide id. How to instructions and videos to upgrade the storage, hard drive, hard drives, or ssds, in the aluminum mac mini. Will a sata3 ssd work properly on a mac mini mid 2010 with. The original mac mini the mini continued to receive updates, but its role in apples lineup shifted. My question is i am going to replace my old hard drive on my mid 2010 macbook pro and my mid 2011 imac 21.
All of our mac mini computers carry our 60day warranty and are in stock for immediate delivery. Nov 21, 2018 how to instructions and videos to upgrade the storage, hard drive, hard drives, or ssds, in the aluminum mac mini. Regardless, youll be very happy with the performance upgrade over a slower drive. Replace superdrive with a ssd imac 27 mid2010, i3 or i5 guide with picture. Mac mini computer section is your complete source to find all our available used and refurbished mac mini computers. What would be a good ssd drive for a macbook pro mid 2010. Mid 2010, dual cpu imac mid 2010 mac mini server mid 2010 mac. When i first wrote about using solid state drives ssds to radically. Which ssd disk is compatible with mac mini mid 2010 ifixit. How to add a fast new ssd to your old mac or macbook for only. If your mac mini 2014 shipped from apple with a fusion drive, then your mac mini has both the sata and the pcie connector. Introduced in july 2010, the imac mid 2010 models were essentially speedbumps of the previous imac. Mac mini late2009 hddssd upgrade guide macmini3,1 macbook pro early2008 15inch dual drive installation guide macbookpro4,1 macbook mid2007 inch hddssd replacement guide macbook2,1 imac mid2010 21. Im worried about encountering this same sata i link speed when i get an ssd.
Mac mini mid 2010 ssd dual drive installation crucial. Im seriously considering replacing the internal hard drive for an ssd with either the same or more storage capacity, and upgrading my ram to 8 gb. Atech for apple 8gb kit 2x 4gb ddr3 1067mhz 1066mhz pc38500 sodimm memory ram upgrade for macbook, macbook pro, imac, mac mini late 2008, early 2009, mid. Mac mini mid 2010 hard drive replacement replace your mac mini mid 2010 s hard drive for more storage space. Get the best deals on apple 512gb solid state drives and find everything youll need to improve your home office setup at ebay.
This is the mid2010 mac mini guide, for which youll need a 2mm hex. On the underside of the mini is a black circular twistoff cover, which can be easily removed to gain access to the computers internals. Use this guide to trade your optical drive for a second hard drive. Installing mac mini mid 2010 dual drive trade your optical drive for a second hard drive or ssd. Mac mini mid 2010 hard drivessd installation video youtube. I am trying to add an ssd to my mid2011 imac without removing the standard hard drive and add the. How to upgrade aluminum mac mini hard drives or ssds. Apple a grade desktop computer mac mini aluminum unibody 2. Mac mini mid 2010mac mini server mid 2010 model id. Will it then be almosat as fast as a new mini with ssd, or will the link slow it down.
Replace your mac mini mid 2010s hard drive for more storage space. Macbook pro mid 2010, imac 27late 2009, mac mini mid 2010 16gb kit2x8gb 4. Gandalf, my mid2010 mac mini, has an intel core 2 duo p8600 processor and 8gb of ram. Crucial memory and ssd upgrades 100% compatibility guaranteed for apple mac mini server mid 2010 free us delivery. Owcs stepbystep video of how to install a hard drive in the apple mac mini 2010 with model id. Mac mini mid 2010 crucial eu dram, solid state drive. Mac mini and macbook owners of machines that cannot be expanded to 16gb andor are. Will a sata3 ssd work properly on a mac mini mid 2010. A brief history of the company that changed the computing world forever. Replace superdrive with a ssd imac 27 mid2010, i3 or i5. Timetec hynix ic 16gb kit2x8gb compatible for apple ddr3 33mhz pc310600 for earlylate 2011 1517 inch macbook pro, mid 2010 midlate 2011 21. Owc data doubler optical bay hard drivessd mounting solution for mac mini 2010. Use this guide to completely replace your mini s hard drive.
The 4th iteration of the mac mini has an aluminum unibody case, which matches most of apples product lineup for 2010. Owcs stepbystep videos of how to install memory, hard drive, and an owc data doubler in the apple mac mini mid 2010 with model id. Owc thermal sensor solves imac hdd compatibility issue. Jun 18, 2010 the mac mini has long been the oddball child of the mac family.
Mac mini late2009 hdd ssd upgrade guide macmini3,1 macbook pro early2008 15inch dual drive installation guide macbookpro4,1 macbook mid 2007 inch hdd ssd replacement guide macbook2,1 imac mid 2010 21. Ive got the same mid 2010 mac mini as the op and was thinking about installing a samsung 830, which is sata iii. The imac is an iconic piece of hardware that everyone loves to use. Jul 31, 2012 but you might do better if you change your internal drive. Pcie flex cable from 2014 apple mac mini pcie no flash ssd drive ships fast. Im thinking about updating a bit my macbook pro mid 2010 adding to it 8gb of ram and maybe a new hard drive, a solid one ssd of probably 240gb. Completing this guide requires rubber cement to stick the old thermal sensors to your new hard drive. Im looking for one compatible with trim because as far as i know thats the best way to go in order to keep the performance of the ssd after some time. Mac mini mid 2010 hard drive replacement ifixit repair guide.
Specifically built to provide the best performance available via the drive bays specifically in your mac. Replacing the upper drive looks like a tougher proposition. Replace superdrive with a ssd imac 27 mid 2010, i3 or i5 guide with picture. I want to speed up my 500gb8gb dvd mini, and am thinking of buying a 256gb external ssd drive. If you dont have a time machine or a working mac drive with the latest macos then you only have one option. The ultimate guide to help you upgrade your imac with an ssd, now 2019 updated and still free to download. Mac mini mid 2010 crucial uk dram, solid state drive. The mid2010 server model was initially the only mac mini to entirely remove the optical drive, replacing it with a second hard drive in its place. Regular mid 2010 aluminum unibody mac mini models, which have optical drives, support a single 2. Andrew bookholt introduction use this guide to completely replace your mini s hard drive.
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