Apple iMac 21.5” SSD Upgrade (2013-2015) HDD To Solid State Drive (SATA) | Step By Step
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- Опубликовано: 16 июл 2019
- A detailed video with instructions on how to remove the screen of your 21.5” iMac in order to upgrade the internal hard disk drive (HDD) to a SATA connected Solid State Drive (SSD)
Goal: To increase the iMac’s speed and longevity, while decreasing the time it takes to boot up and load your files.
We used a brand new Samsung Evo 860 V-NAND MLC 500GB Solid State Drive with a SATA 6Gb/s Connector. (Not the M.2 Model)
Note: Some systems support a smaller PCIe-based “blade” SSD, as well. Specifically, if the 21.5-Inch "Late 2012" or "Early 2013" iMac models were configured with an SSD or a "Fusion Drive" at the time of purchase, the SSD module is connected via a dedicated PCIe connector and another m.2 “adapted” SSD can be installed in its place. Unfortunately, if the system only was configured with a hard drive, the needed connector is not present on the motherboard and there is not a way to add a PCIe-based "blade" SSD afterwards.
However, the 21.5-Inch "Late 2013" iMac models do have the connector for a PCIe-based "blade" but subsequent 21.5-Inch models -- like the entry-level iMac "Core i5" 1.4 21.5-Inch (Mid-2014) and the 21.5-Inch "Late 2015" models -- do not have the connector for a PCIe-based "blade" SSD if one is not installed at the time of initial system purchase.
By contrast, the 27-Inch "Late 2012" and "Late 2013" as well as the "Late 2014" and "Mid-2015" Retina/5K iMac models all have this connector on the motherboard even if the system only is configured with a hard drive at the time of purchase, so it is possible to add a PCIe-based "adapted blade" SSD to these models after the initial system purchase.
Required parts:
-SSD of your choice (SATA Connector, 6.0Gb/s V-NAND MLC or TLC)
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-The complete set of replacement adhesive strips are specifically cut to fit 21.5" iMacs from Late 2012 through 2019.
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-Painters Tape for holding screen to frame
-T10 Torx Screwdriver
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-iMac Opening Tool
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-iMac Service Wedge
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-Spudger
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-Medium / Small Screwdriver, “+” cross (Phillips)
-Plastic Card or Guitar Pic
-OPTIONAL
SATA to USB 3.0 Adapter cable (for data transfer)
Here we perform an upgrade on the iMac by removing the gaskets around the screen, cleaning out any fans in the system, removing the existing hard drive, and then replacing it with a solid-state drive. We format the drive and then install macOS. We replace the gaskets and seal up the iMac after verifying the installation. The last optional step would be to clone your existing installation over or use the migration assistant to transfer your files over to the new SSD with a SATA to USB adapter.
My iMac was standing on my desk for about 2 years. Didn't know what was wrong with it as it didn't want to start anymore. Watched this video, got the hard drive (hoping that was the problem), opened it up and regretting now that I waited two years to get it done. Took me 25 minutes and it's working faster than new! this video was the most helpful one. Thanks a million... or thanks an iMac
I miss the old iMac where you pulled the screen off with suction cups.
TIP: for easy future access, do not put adhesive on.
dead pixel ? lol
Good afternoon , need help please .. I did the same as you whit ssd .. but now when I plug the monitor back on .. black screen and fan s are going crazy .. the wire are well plug on motherboard alla seems ok .. can you help please
My mic doesn’t work after change SSD I’m sure I had re-connect, I think is a missing driver after reinstall Big Sur, anyone with this issue? Someone have find the solution? Thx
Hey, what about the thermal sensor ? Have you any fan speed issues?
Just wondering if anyone can guide me on this. I have iMac (21.5-inch, Late 2015) and Apple HDD 1TB , so if I want to add Samsung 1TB SSD on to it, is it possible. I think the size of my current Apple HDD should be the same if I were to buy Samsung 1TB SSD, how can I find the HDD size ?
Could this help me with wuestion mark folder ? Beacause i already try to reset it but it brings me to my firmware lock and i dont no my passwordp
aren't the 2012 model and the 2013 model the same?
Yay! The 4K video quality let me see the parts very easily, thank you!
Excellent tutorial and thanks for not playing any background music during the process! I enjoyed watching your technique and reading your reply notes to readers. Job well done!!
Thank you so much for creating this video. The hard disk in my 2014 iMac failed recently and I was able to follow your instructions and upgrade it with an SSD. Everything went according to plan and it is now working again.
This is by far the best-detailed video for installing an SSD. Thank you so much for taking the time to make this video. Keep up the good work. You're the man!!
This was a great video. I followed all the steps and myself and my son had an enjoyable time changing out a dead hybrid drive for a blazingly fast Samsung 1TB SSD. Definitely purchase the adhesive strips first before attempting this though. They are ESSENTIAL. Thanks for a brilliant video!
I followed this video step by step and now have a ‘new’ computer! Thanks a million
Hi! Thank you very much for great video - even being a technician I had doubts about removing screen... Whole process is shown in details and leaves no chances to fail. My old iMac is now faster than new. Thanks!
Thanks for the tip. The idea of using the tape to temporary hold the screen in place to connect the cable and test out the system before pulling out final tape has saved the day for me. Again thank you for sharing the experience..
Excellent video. Was able to do replace old 1 TB HD with a 2.5" SATA 1TB Samsung 870 SSD on my late 2012, 21.5" iMac with OS 10.9.5. The opening tool is the key - smooth and easy - just had to patiently go round the joint several times to release the adhesive. The technique using painter's tape was great -- eliminating the chance of having the display drop down while connecting the two cables. The performance improvement is noticeable - much much faster boot time and programs snap to life much more quickly. Thank you very very much - a super video for making an SSD conversion.
Excellent video. I saved myself $100 for hard drive installation and another $90 for iOS installation! My local repair shop was about to rip me off until I saw your vid. Thanks so much.