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OWC DIY bundle to Replace your iMac DVD Drive with SSD on select 20, 24 and 21.5-inch 2009 to 2011 iMacs
Upgrade with Confidence!
The complete solution for your select 2009 - 2011 iMac. Configuration flexibility is yours when you replace your iMac's internal SuperDrive with an OWC SSD using the Data Doubler. Boost your storage capacity by adding additional storage, and enjoy near-instantaneous boot and app loading times thanks the performance of an OWC 3G SSD.
Fast and reliable solid-state storage
Delivering the latest in flash NAND and controller technology, utilizing SLC and 3D NAND for long-lasting, power-efficient performance, the OWC Mercury 3G SSD line offers a powerful combination of performance and reliability for demanding everyday computer users.
Upgrade Your iMac with Confidence.
OWC's custom-engineered Data Doubler bracket comes ready to mount any 2.5" SATA drive up to 12.5mm in height. Data Doubler also comes backed by OWC's award-winning U.S.A. based technical support team which is readily available to assist you with your upgrade should you have any questions.
Please note, that before attempting to perform this installation, it is recommended you watch the associated instructional video in its entirety to determine your ability to perform this complex procedure. OWC assumes no responsibility for damage that may occur during the install.
Includes
- (1) OWC Mercury Electra 3G SSD
- (1) OWC Data Doubler Optical Bay Mounting Solution
- (2) OWC 2-1/4" Suction Cup
- (1) Torx T10 driver
- (1) Torx T8 driver
- (1) Torx T6 driver
- (1) Phillips #00 Driver
- (1) Nylon Pry Tool (Spudger)
- (1) OWC Blue Microfiber Screen Cleaning Cloth
NOTE: This kit contains consumable and/or one-time-use components and therefore is non-refundable if opened. If you have any concerns about your ability to perform the upgrade, you can return the unopened kit for a refund.
The best warranty is one you never have to use - but should the need occur - we're proud to provide a superior level of support and service coverage to our customers.
Even when not used, we understand the peace of mind afforded by a longer warranty period. OWC's industry-leading coverage is a testament to our confidence in the reliability of the solutions that we offer. OWC solutions are engineered to demanding quality standards in order to deliver
3 Year OWC SSD Limited Warranty on the OWC Mercury Electra 6G SSD
1 Year OWC Brand Standard Limited Warranty on the OWC Data Doubler
- Available capacities 250GB/ 500GB/ 1TB/ 2TB
- Manufacturer part numbers (SSD) OWCS3D7E3G250/ OWCS3D7E3G500/ OWCS3D7E3GT1.0/ OWCS3D7E3GT2.0
- Manufacturer part numbers (bundles) OWCDDIMSSD250/ OWCDDIMSSD500/ OWCDDIMSSD1TB/ OWCDDIMSSD2TB
- Form Factor 2.5-inch
- Interface SATA 3.0 Gb/s
- Tools Yes
- RAID Support Yes
- SMART Attributes Standard 2
- RoHS Compliant Yes
- Reach Certification Yes
- Security ATA Security Feature Command Set and Password Login Support
- Error Correction Built-in ECC
- TRIM Support OS Dependent
- Wear Leveling Supported
- Nonrecoverable Read Errors Less than 1 sector per 10/15 bits read
- Mac OS Compatibility Yes
- PC OS Compatibility Yes
- Other Requirements Requires a Mac, PC, or drive enclosure with an available SATA drive bay. SATA II (3.0 Gb/s) or faster is required for best performance.
- Sequential Read (Max) 274MB/s
- Sequential Write (Max) 253MB/s
- Shock 1500 G max at 0.5 ms
- Temperature (°F) / (°C) 32°F to 158°F / 0°C to 70°C
- Humidity 5% to 95% non-condensing
OWC Data Doubler Specification
- Supports SATA / SATA 3G / SATA 6G Interface 2.5" Drive or SSD (Solid State Drive) of up to 9.5mm (Super Slim) height
- Dimensions 5"(D) x 5"(W) x 03"(H) (12.7 x 12.7 x 7.6mm)
- Weight 2.4oz. / 0.15lbs.
- OWC Data Doubler Installation Guide
- 1 Year OWC Brand Standard Limited Warranty
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Includes
- OWC Data Doubler Bracket
- Interposer Board
- Screws (5pcs, 3 x Phillips #00 2 x Phillips #1)
- Detailed Installation Guide with Model Specific Instructions/Step by Step Photos
- The toolkit includes everything you need to open your Mac and install the Data Doubler
- Note Temperature reporting is currently an unsupported feature because due to the operating characteristics of SSDs, it is highly unlikely one would ever exceed an OWC Mercury SSD's stated operating temperature ceiling of 158F/70C. However, we are looking into supporting this feature in the future via a firmware update. Firmware updates can be found here - Firmware updates
- iMac (21.5-inch Mid 2011) (May, 2011) Model ID: iMac12,1 - A1311 - EMC - 2428 | 2.5GHz i5, 2.7GHz i5, 2.8GHz i7
- iMac (21.5-inch Mid 2010) (July, 2010) Model ID: iMac11,2 - A1311 - EMC - 2389 | 3.6GHz i5
- iMac (21.5-inch, Late 2009) Late 2009 Model ID: iMac10,1 - A1311 - EMC - 2308 | 3.3GHz, 3.1GHz - Core 2 Duo
- iMac (24-inch Early 2009) (March, 2009) Model ID: iMac9,1 - A1225 - EMC - 2267 | 2.66GHz, 2.93GHz, 3.06GHz
- iMac (20-inch Early 2009) (March, 2009) Model ID: iMac9,1 - A1224 - EMC - 2266 | 2.66GHz
Just the hardware needed to give an old iMac a new lease of life. Very easy to install and provided with the tools needed. Great product.