{"id":4805,"date":"2026-04-01T09:35:23","date_gmt":"2026-04-01T07:35:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/reparationmac.be\/?p=4805"},"modified":"2026-04-05T12:37:43","modified_gmt":"2026-04-05T10:37:43","slug":"choose-install-mac-ssd-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/reparationmac.be\/en\/choisir-installer-ssd-mac-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Choosing and installing an SSD on a Mac"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"article-blog\">\n\n<h1>Which SSD to choose for your Mac and how to install it yourself<\/h1>\n\n<div class=\"article-meta\">Reading : 14 min | Upgrades and Optimisation<\/div>\n\n<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/choisir-installer-ssd-mac-guide.webp\" alt=\"Which SSD to choose for your Mac: SATA vs NVMe technical guide and installation\" title=\"Technical guide to choosing and installing an SSD in your Mac\" width=\"1200\" height=\"568\" loading=\"eager\">\n\n<div class=\"answer-box\">\nIn summary: the choice of SSD depends on your Mac model. Pre-2013 Macs use a standard 2.5\u2033 SATA SSD, 2013-2015 Retina MacBook Pros a proprietary NVMe format, and 2012-2019 iMacs accept a 2.5\u2033 SATA SSD or a blade kit. Apple Silicon Macs have a soldered, non-replaceable SSD. Before you buy, identify your model and its compatible SSD format precisely - a format error means an unusable SSD.\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"toc-box\">\n<strong>Contents<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#identifier\">Identify the SSD format compatible with your Mac<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#sata-vs-nvme\">SATA vs NVMe: understanding the two technologies<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#compatibilite\">SSD compatibility table by Mac model<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#choisir\">Which capacity and brand to choose<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#installer-macbook\">Installing an SSD in a MacBook Pro (pre-2013)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#installer-imac\">Installing an SSD in an iMac<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#migration\">Migrating your data to the new SSD<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#faq\">Frequently asked questions<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2 id=\"identifier\">Identify the SSD format compatible with your Mac<\/h2>\n\n<p>The first - and most critical - step is to identify exactly what type of SSD your Mac accepts. Unlike PCs, where the M.2 NVMe format has become universal, Apple has used different connectors and formats over the generations, some of which are proprietary.<\/p>\n\n<p>The most reliable way to identify your Mac is to click on Apple \u2192 About this Mac and note the model name and year. For even more accurate identification by model number (Axxxx), use our <a href=\"\/en\/identify-your-mac\/\">Mac identification tool<\/a>. Once you have identified your model, consult the compatibility table below.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"info-box danger\">\n<strong>Review:<\/strong> never order an SSD before checking the exact format. A standard NVMe M.2 SSD will not fit into a MacBook Pro Retina 2013-2015 (Apple proprietary connector). A 2.5\u2033 SATA SSD will not fit in a MacBook Air. Each generation has its own specificities.\n<\/div>\n\n<h2 id=\"sata-vs-nvme\">SATA vs NVMe: understanding the two technologies<\/h2>\n\n<p>Two storage technologies coexist in the Mac world. Understanding their differences allows you to make an informed choice and assess the expected performance gain.<\/p>\n\n<table class=\"tg-table\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Criteria<\/th>\n<th>SSD SATA<\/th>\n<th>NVMe SSDs<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"cell-label\">Interface<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">SATA III (6 Gbit\/s)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">PCIe (variable according to generation)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"cell-label\">Sequential read rate<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">500-560 Mb\/s (theoretical maximum)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">1,500 to 7,000 Mb\/s depending on generation<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"cell-label\">Sequential write rate<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">400-530 Mb\/s<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">1,200 to 5,000 Mb\/s<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"cell-label\">Physical format<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">2.5\u2033 (7 or 9.5 mm thick)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">M.2 2280 or Apple proprietary<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"cell-label\">Indicative price (1TB)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">60 - 100 \u20ac<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">80 - 150 \u20ac (+ adapter if owner)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"cell-label\">Compatible Macs<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">MacBook Pro pre-2013, iMac 2012-2019, Mac mini 2012<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">MacBook Pro Retina 2013-2015, MacBook Air 2013-2017<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n<p>In practice, even a SATA SSD (the slower of the two) represents a colossal performance gain over a mechanical hard drive: boot-up time is cut from 2 minutes to 15 seconds, applications launch in 1-2 seconds instead of 10-30 seconds, and the system as a whole becomes more responsive.<\/p>\n\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ssd-sata-nvme-formats-mac-comparaison.webp\" alt=\"Comparison of SATA and NVMe SSD formats for Mac\" title=\"SATA SSD vs NVMe: the two storage technologies for the Mac\" width=\"1200\" height=\"568\" loading=\"lazy\">\n\n<h2 id=\"compatibilite\">SSD compatibility table by Mac model<\/h2>\n\n<table class=\"tg-table\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Mac model<\/th>\n<th>SSD format<\/th>\n<th>Connector<\/th>\n<th>Max. capacity tested<\/th>\n<th>Difficulty of installation<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"cell-label\">MacBook Pro 13\u2033\/15\u2033 (2009-2012 non-Retina)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">SATA 2.5\u2033 7 mm<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">Standard SATA III<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">4 To<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">Easy<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"cell-label\">MacBook Pro Retina 13\u2033\/15\u2033 (2013-2015)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">Proprietary NVMe blade<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">12+16 pin or 22 pin connector<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">2 To<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">Moderate (adapter required)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"cell-label\">MacBook Air (2013-2017)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">Proprietary NVMe blade<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">12+16 pin connector<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">2 To<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">Moderate (adapter required)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"cell-label\">MacBook Pro\/Air (2016+)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">Soldered SSD<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">Non-replaceable<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">\u2014<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">\u2014<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"cell-label\">iMac 21.5\u2033 (2012-2019)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">SATA 2.5\u2033 7 mm<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">Standard SATA III<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">4 To<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">Difficult (screen glue)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"cell-label\">iMac 27\u2033 (2012-2020)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">SATA 2.5\u2033 or PCIe blade<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">SATA III or PCIe<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">4 To<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">Difficult (screen glue)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"cell-label\">Mac mini (2012)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">SATA 2.5\u2033 7 mm<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">Standard SATA III<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">4 To<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">Moderate<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"cell-label\">Mac mini (2014-2018)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">SATA 2.5\u2033 or PCIe blade<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">Varies according to model<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">2 To<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">Difficult<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"cell-label\">Mac mini\/iMac\/MacBook (Apple Silicon)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">Soldered SSD<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">Non-replaceable<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">\u2014<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">\u2014<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"cell-label\">Mac Pro (2010-2012 tour)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">SATA 3.5\u2033 or 2.5\u2033 (with adapter)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">SATA II\/III<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">4 TB per bay<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">Easy<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n<div class=\"info-box tip\">\n<strong>Advice :<\/strong> For MacBook Pro Retina 2013-2015 and MacBook Air 2013-2017, the Apple connector is proprietary. There are two options: buy an SSD specifically designed for the Mac (OWC Aura, Transcend JetDrive) or buy a standard M.2 NVMe SSD with a connector adapter. The adapter option is often cheaper but requires you to check the exact compatibility (12+16 pin connector vs 22 pin depending on the year).\n<\/div>\n\n<h2 id=\"choisir\">Which capacity and brand to choose<\/h2>\n\n<h3>Recommended capacity<\/h3>\n\n<p>The choice of capacity depends on your use. 250 GB is the bare minimum for macOS and a few applications - too small for comfortable use when storing photos or projects. 500 GB covers the needs of most users (office work, browsing, personal photos). 1 TB offers appreciable peace of mind and is suitable for demanding users (development, photo editing, music library). 2 TB is for professionals (video editing, audio production, large photographic libraries).<\/p>\n\n<h3>Recommended brands by format<\/h3>\n\n<table class=\"tg-table\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Format<\/th>\n<th>Reliable brands<\/th>\n<th>Preferred models<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"cell-label\">SATA 2.5\u2033<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">Samsung, Crucial, Western Digital<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">Samsung 870 EVO, Crucial MX500, WD Blue SA510<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"cell-label\">NVMe M.2 (with Mac adapter)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">Samsung, Western Digital, Kingston<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">Samsung 980 Pro, WD Black SN770, Kingston NV2<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span class=\"cell-label\">Mac proprietary NVMe (without adapter)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">OWC, Transcend<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span class=\"cell-desc\">OWC Aura Pro X2, Transcend JetDrive 820\/855<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n<p>For a detailed comparison of the performance of each SSD in real-life conditions on a Mac, see our <a href=\"\/en\/best-mac-ssd-2026-test\/\">test of the best SSDs for Mac<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<h2 id=\"installer-macbook\">Installing an SSD in a MacBook Pro (pre-2013)<\/h2>\n\n<p>Installing an SSD in a non-Retina MacBook Pro (2009-2012) is one of the easiest and most rewarding upgrades. It takes 15 to 20 minutes with a #00 Phillips screwdriver and a Torx T6 screwdriver.<\/p>\n\n<h3>Materials required<\/h3>\n\n<ul>\n<li>2.5\u2033 SATA SSD, 7 mm thick (not 9.5 mm).<\/li>\n<li>Phillips screwdriver #00 (for bonnet screws).<\/li>\n<li>Torx T6 screwdriver (for hard drive support).<\/li>\n<li>Antistatic wrist strap (recommended).<\/li>\n<li>SATA-USB cable or box for data migration in advance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3>Step-by-step procedure<\/h3>\n\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Save<\/strong> your entire Mac with <a href=\"\/en\/time-machine-mac-backup\/\">Time Machine<\/a> on an external drive.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Switch off<\/strong> the MacBook Pro and unplug the MagSafe charger.<\/li>\n<li>Turn the MacBook over and <strong>remove the 10 screws<\/strong> of the lower cover using the crosshead screwdriver #00. Caution: three screws are longer - memorise their position.<\/li>\n<li>Locate the <strong>hard disk<\/strong> (metal rectangle secured by a retaining bar).<\/li>\n<li>Remove the <strong>two Torx screws<\/strong> the retaining bar. Raise the bar.<\/li>\n<li>Gently pull the <strong>plastic latch<\/strong> to lift the hard disk. Disconnect the SATA cable carefully.<\/li>\n<li>Remove the <strong>four Torx screws<\/strong> from the side posts of the hard disk and transfer them to the new SSD.<\/li>\n<li>Connect the <strong>SATA cable<\/strong> to the new SSD, position it in the bay and refasten the retaining bar.<\/li>\n<li>Put the <strong>bonnet<\/strong> and tighten the 10 screws.<\/li>\n<li>Start up in Recovery mode (Cmd + R) and <strong>install macOS<\/strong> on the new SSD, then restore from Time Machine.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<div class=\"info-box warning\">\n<strong>Please note:<\/strong> The SATA cable linking the hard drive to the motherboard is fragile. Never pull on it directly - use the connectors. A damaged cable will prevent the SSD from being detected. This is the most frequent cause of failure during this operation. If you prefer to leave the installation to a professional, our <a href=\"\/en\/mac-ssd-upgrade\/\">SSD installation service<\/a> includes SSD, full migration and 180-day warranty.\n<\/div>\n\n<h2 id=\"installer-imac\">Installing an SSD in an iMac<\/h2>\n\n<p>Installing an SSD in an iMac is much more complex than in a MacBook. The display is attached to the chassis using adhesive strips (iMac 2012 and later) or magnets (iMac pre-2012), and access to the hard drive requires the entire panel to be removed.<\/p>\n\n<h3>Why it's more complex<\/h3>\n\n<ul>\n<li>The screen must be peeled off and removed using professional suction cups and a cutting wheel for the adhesive.<\/li>\n<li>The hard disk temperature sensor cable must be managed (otherwise the fan will run at full speed all the time).<\/li>\n<li>Reassembly requires new adhesive strips cut to the exact size.<\/li>\n<li>There is a real risk of breaking the screen or leaving dust under the panel.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>For this reason, we recommend that you leave the SSD installation on your iMac to an experienced technician. Our <a href=\"\/en\/mac-ssd-upgrade\/\">SSD installation service<\/a> will take care of the whole operation, using the appropriate professional tools. To find out more about upgrading your iMac, see also our <a href=\"\/en\/imac-vs-mac-mini-comparison\/\">iMac vs Mac mini<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/installer-ssd-macbook-pro-etapes-tutoriel.webp\" alt=\"Steps for installing an SSD in a non-Retina MacBook Pro\" title=\"Step-by-step tutorial for installing an SSD in a MacBook Pro\" width=\"1200\" height=\"568\" loading=\"lazy\">\n\n<h2 id=\"migration\">Migrating your data to the new SSD<\/h2>\n\n<p>There are three ways of transferring your data from the old drive to the new SSD.<\/p>\n\n<h3>Method 1: Pre-cloning (recommended)<\/h3>\n\n<p>Before the physical installation, plug the new SSD into an external USB enclosure and use cloning software (Carbon Copy Cloner or SuperDuper!) to copy your entire current drive to the SSD. Then physically install the cloned SSD in the Mac - it will boot up immediately with your system intact, your applications and your files. This is the quickest and least risky method.<\/p>\n\n<h3>Method 2: clean installation + Time Machine restore<\/h3>\n\n<p>Install the blank SSD into the Mac, boot into Recovery mode (Cmd + R), install macOS, then restore from your Time Machine backup. This method is ideal if you want a clean system - it reinstalls macOS without the cache files and residue accumulated over the years.<\/p>\n\n<h3>Method 3: Migration assistant<\/h3>\n\n<p>Install macOS on the SSD, then use the\u2019<a href=\"\/en\/migration-assistant-new-mac\/\">Migration assistant<\/a> to transfer your data from the old drive (connected via USB) or from a Time Machine backup. This method allows you to select exactly which data to transfer.<\/p>\n\n<p>For a detailed procedure for creating a macOS boot USB key (useful if Recovery mode doesn't work), see our guide <a href=\"\/en\/create-bootable-macos-usb-drive\/\">create a bootable macOS USB key<\/a>. Apple also offers resources on <a href=\"https:\/\/support.apple.com\/fr-be\/102539\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">storage management and macOS installation<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<h2 id=\"faq\">Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"faq-section\">\n\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<div class=\"faq-question\"><span>Can I get a new SSD for my Apple Silicon Mac?<\/span><span class=\"faq-toggle\">+<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-answer\"><p>No. All Apple Silicon Macs (M1, M2, M3, M4) have the SSD soldered to the motherboard. Storage is permanently fixed at the time of purchase. The only option for expanding space is to use an external USB-C or Thunderbolt SSD. See our article <a href=\"\/en\/mac-m1-m2-m3-repairability-analysis\/\">repairability of Apple Silicon Macs<\/a> for more details.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<div class=\"faq-question\"><span>What is the real performance gain of an SSD compared with a hard disk?<\/span><span class=\"faq-toggle\">+<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-answer\"><p>The improvement is spectacular and immediately noticeable. Start-up time is reduced from 90-120 seconds to 10-20 seconds. Applications launch in 1-3 seconds instead of 10-30 seconds. Copying files is 3 to 10 times faster. This is the hardware improvement that has the greatest impact on user experience - much more so than the addition of RAM.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<div class=\"faq-question\"><span>How can I check whether my Mac has a hard disk or SSD?<\/span><span class=\"faq-toggle\">+<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-answer\"><p>Click on the Apple menu \u2192 About this Mac \u2192 System Report \u2192 Storage (or SATA\/SATA Express). The media type is indicated: \u00abSolid State\u00bb for an SSD, \u00abRotational\u00bb for a mechanical hard drive. If your Mac has a Fusion Drive, it combines both technologies.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<div class=\"faq-question\"><span>What is a Fusion Drive and should it be replaced by an SSD?<\/span><span class=\"faq-toggle\">+<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-answer\"><p>The Fusion Drive is a combination of a small SSD (24 or 128 GB) and a mechanical hard drive, managed by macOS as a single volume. It offers a compromise between speed and capacity, but is still much slower than a pure SSD for large files. Replacing a Fusion Drive with a pure 1 or 2 TB SSD is an excellent improvement.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<div class=\"faq-question\"><span>Does installing an SSD invalidate Apple's warranty?<\/span><span class=\"faq-toggle\">+<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-answer\"><p>If your Mac is still under Apple or AppleCare warranty, opening the case may effectively void the warranty. Apple tolerates RAM upgrades on models designed for this purpose (iMac 27\u2033), but not hard drive replacement. If your Mac is out of warranty (which is the case for all Macs compatible with an SSD upgrade in practice), the question doesn't arise.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<div class=\"faq-question\"><span>What do I do with the old hard drive after installing the SSD?<\/span><span class=\"faq-toggle\">+<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-answer\"><p>Place it in an external USB enclosure (\u20ac10-15) to use as an additional storage or backup drive. If the hard disk contained sensitive data and you don't want to keep it, erase it securely using the\u2019<a href=\"\/en\/mac-disk-utility-guide\/\">Disk utility<\/a>.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<div class=\"faq-question\"><span>How long does an SSD last?<\/span><span class=\"faq-toggle\">+<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-answer\"><p>An SSD from a recognised brand (Samsung, Crucial, Western Digital) is designed to last a minimum of 5 to 10 years under normal use. Manufacturers guarantee an endurance of several hundred terabytes written (TBW). In practice, an SSD rarely breaks down before the rest of the Mac.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<div class=\"faq-question\"><span>Can I install an SSD in the SuperDrive slot on my MacBook Pro?<\/span><span class=\"faq-toggle\">+<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-answer\"><p>Yes, on non-Retina MacBook Pros (2009-2012), you can remove the SuperDrive optical drive and replace it with a caddy (adapter) that accepts a 2.5\u2033 SATA SSD. This allows you to have both the SSD (system and applications) and the old hard drive (mass storage). Caddies cost around \u20ac10-15.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<div class=\"faq-question\"><span>Do I need to format the SSD before installing it?<\/span><span class=\"faq-toggle\">+<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-answer\"><p>If you clone beforehand, the cloning software will take care of formatting. If you install the blank SSD and boot into Recovery mode, Disk Utility will allow you to format the SSD as APFS (recommended for Macs with SSDs) or as Mac OS Extended (journalled) for older Macs.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<div class=\"faq-question\"><span>Can Repair MAC take care of the installation?<\/span><span class=\"faq-toggle\">+<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-answer\"><p>Of course you can. With over 15 years' experience since 2010, our team carries out SSD installations on all compatible models with complete migration of your data. SSD, labour, migration and internal cleaning are included in the price, with a 180-day guarantee. Consult our <a href=\"\/en\/mac-ssd-upgrade\/\">SSD installation service page<\/a> for detailed rates.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"related-links\">\n<strong>Related articles<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"\/en\/best-mac-ssd-2026-test\/\">Best SSDs for Mac: test and comparison<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/en\/slow-mac-solutions-optimization\/\">Slow Mac: 12 solutions to boost it<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/en\/identify-your-mac\/\">Identifying your Mac: find your exact model<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/en\/add-memory-to-mac-guide\/\">Add RAM to your Mac: technical guide<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Quel SSD choisir pour son Mac et comment l&rsquo;installer soi-m\u00eame Lecture : 14 min | Upgrades et Optimisation En r\u00e9sum\u00e9 : le choix du SSD d\u00e9pend de votre mod\u00e8le de Mac. 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