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The OWC HDD Upgrade Kit for iMac 2012 and later this kit is placed between the iMac’s SATA power connector and the HDD or SSD.

To replace your HDD with a new HDD you need the following:.

The OWC HDD Upgrade Kit is also available with the necessary tools to carry out the upgrade: OWC DIY HDD Upgrade Kit for iMac 2012 and later

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This drive converter bracket enables you to install a 2.5-inch SSD in a 3.5-inch SATA drive bay. SSD’s are smaller in size than HDD’s, so you cannot install them in the existing drive bay without it. The NewerTech AdaptaDrive: this is a 2.5-inch to 3.5-inch SATA convertor bracket, which is used to mount an SSD in an iMac’s drive bay.

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Using this kit, your iMac will fully meet Apple’s Hardware Test standards and fans will run at normal speeds without the use of any third-party software or hacks.

To replace your HDD with an SSD you need the following:.

Replacing the HDD with a new HDD up to 8TB.

This will not harm your iMac, but it can be a nuisance, and what’s more, it is unnecessary because with the right products it can be prevented.

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If you replace your drive with a new HDD or SSD without taking care of the temperature sensor, sooner or later you will be confronted with a fan operating at full speed. In 2009 iMac models and later, Apple has installed firmware on its HDDs for measuring temperature. The most important thing to consider when installing an SSD is the temperature sensor. On this page, we will explain – per iMac model – the possibilities for installing an SSD or replacing HDD, and the equipment needed.

The SSD and memory are both quite easy to install yourself. Apart from the SSD, the speed of your iMac depends on the processor, video card and memory. Would you like to know the possibilities for your iMac? Scroll down and find out!Īn SSD can really improve the performance of your iMac. The table below compares the three 2 TB SSD models offered by OWC for your Mac.On this page, you will find an overview of the SSD (Solid State Drive) and HDD (Hard Disk Drive) upgrade options for your iMac, as well as the equipment you need.

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OWC sells PCIe SSDs for your Mac which can replace your existing PCIe SSD without the need for purchasing addition parts. However, PCIe drives are much faster than legacy SATA. Replacing the existing PCIe SSD with a 2 TB upgrade would cost more for the drive. Replacing the existing PCIe SSD versus adding a SATA SSD According to OWC, this sensor will work both with OWC SSDs and SSDs from other manufacturers. The thermal sensor is to be attached to the metal surface of the SSD by the included adhesive. This plugs in between the SATA cable and the ADAPTADRIVE bracket. Second, OWC offers a In-line Digital Thermal Sensor for Hard Drive Upgrade for 27' Apple iMac Late 2012 to Mid 2019 Models, which is shown below.

According to OWC, this bracket will work both with OWC SSDs and SSDs from other manufacturers. You would mount the 2.5' SATA SSD in the bracket. First, OWC offers a NEWER TECHNOLOGY ADAPTADRIVE 2.5' to 3.5' Drive Converter Bracket, which is shown below. There are probably other suppliers that offer similar items. To install a 2.5' SATA SSD, additional items will be required. Below is an image of the cable and hardware. For example, this website offers both the cable and hardware. The above image was taken from this webpage.Ĭurrently, the SATA cable and 3.5' drive mounting hardware is available for purchase off the web in used (and perhaps new) condition. I do not see this cable or hardware in the image you posted. If you Mac does not have SATA drive, then there may not be a SATA cable and 3.5' drive mounting hardware included with your Mac. The PCIe drive is a SSD, which would be faster than a SATA SDD or HDD. Your model Mac can have a SATA drive and/or a PCIe drive installed. The yellow arrow in the image below points to the data connector where the SATA cable would plug into. The green arrows in the images below point to the power connector where the SATA cable would plug into. If the power and data connectors exists on the logic board, then the answer is yes. Is it still possible to upgrade with 2.5' SSD drive? I would post directly from the video, but the video usage policy instructs not to. I good video showing the steps is given here. You need to remove the logical board to exchange the SSD. The red arrow in the image below points to the connector where the SSD would plug into. The PCIe SSD is located on the back side of the logic board above the USB and Thunderbolt ports.

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