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APPLE MACBOOK AIR 2012 SSD UPGRADE HOW TO
If you are not sure exactly which model you have here’s a help article that will help you find out. Testing conducted by Apple in October 2020 using preproduction MacBook Air systems with Apple M1 chip and 8-core GPU, as well as production 1.2GHz quad-core Intel Core i7-based MacBook Air systems, all configured with 16GB RAM and 2TB SSD. OWC's step-by-step video of how to upgrade the SSD in a 13' Apple MacBook Air (Mid 2012). This generation Apple opted for a new connector, so you cant swap drives between 20 models. Once you’ve narrowed it down to the correct type of SSD, all that’s left is to decide on what size you want and whether or not you need one with all the necessary screwdrivers included. Apple continues to use a custom form factor and interface for the SSDs in the MacBook Air. Here’s a few examples of our SSD’s which will be perfect for your MacBookAir 2012**: To confuse things further, this is often described as SATA III or 6G (same thing, different name), but if you buy a standard SATA III/6G it will just not fit, no matter how much you wiggle it about! In fact might not even be the right shape.
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The SSD in the MacBook Air 2012** has what’s known as a proprietary connector, which in simple terms just means, its non standard. older side, you can still replace or upgrade the SSD if it becomes faulty or if you just need a bit more room for your stuff.Įither way, we can help you find the right SSD without paying a fortune and avoid potentially costly mistakes. Do you need to upgrade the SSD in your MacBook Air 2012**?Įven if your MacBook Air is on the, ahem….