Product Description
- Required for any drive installed into the main drive bay.
- Eliminate fan noise and maintain correct system fan control when upgrading your 2011 iMac.
- The only iMac HDD upgrade option on the market certified to pass the Apple Hardware Test.
- Fixes firmware incompatibility issues with third-party hard drives.
- Engineered in-house and backed by OWC's award-winning customer support.
Using an OWC Internal HDD DIY Kit (sold separately), replace your iMac's original hard drive with up to an 8.0TB hard drive or a lighting fast SSD with a NewerTech Adaptadrive, for dramatic upgrades in storage capacity or data speed while maintaining the original system's fan and diagnostic performance.
Note: Before attempting to perform this installation, please watch the OWC Install Videos below to determine your ability to perform this complex upgrade.
OWC assumes no responsibility for damage that may occur during the install. Technical support for this DIY product consists only of the OWC Install Video.
Includes
1 x OWC In-line Digital Thermal Sensor Cable
2 x OWC 2-1/4" Suction Cup
1 x Torx T10S Driver
1 x Torx T8S Driver
1 x Nylon Pry Tool (Spudger)
1 x 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.
Mid 2011 21.5-inch iMac Hard Drive Install Video
Mid 2011 27-inch iMac Hard Drive Install Video
Other Details
iMac (21.5-inch Late 2011) (August, 2011) Model ID: iMac12,1 - A1311 - EMC - 2428 | 3.1GHz i3iMac (21.5-inch Mid 2011) (May, 2011) Model ID: iMac12,1 - A1311 - EMC - 2428 | 2.5GHz i5, 2.7GHz i5, 2.8GHz i7
iMac (27-inch Mid 2011) (May, 2011) Model ID: iMac12,2 - A1312 - EMC - 2429 | 2.7GHz i5, 3.1GHz i5, 3.4GHz i7
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OWC HD upgrade set with tools & Digital Thermal sensor
It was quite easy to purchase the items online direct from Flexxmemory.co.uk. The parcel arrived on the scheduled date. One of the suction holders was faulty, but the company quickly replaced it as soon as I informed them. So overall happy with purchase. Replacement of the HD with SSD was straightforward and I am happy with the outcome. I would be happy to recommend this seller because of their service and product quality.
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OWC COMPLETE HARD DRIVE UPGRADE KIT
The suction pads were the best part. the iMac screen removal was simple using them. They are REALLY sticky. I used the screwdrivers, but the handles are a bit thin to get a good grip. It worked fine, but if you already have a set of Torx screwdriver attachments, you could use them instead. I didn't seem to need the extractor tool. I used the cloth to dust off the screen before reassembly.
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OWC Digital Thermal Sensor
My old iMac 2011 was extremely noisy, I believe due to the fans control. Since I installed the OWC digital thermal sensor, the computer became super quiet. I wasn't sure this would work but it has done a miracle! It is a bit pricy but is worth every penny, I highly recommend it!