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SSD in the 21" iMac - is it possible?
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Join Date: Sep 2007
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Can I replace the hard drive in the 21" iMac MC508LL/A with an after-market SSD?
Will I have to use a 3.5" mounting kit for the SSD?
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Join Date: Apr 2000
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You should be able to replace the original drive with a similar form-factor drive of your choice. I believe the mounting kit is for adding a second drive (notably in the 24" iMacs).
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It's possible, but de-dusting the LCD to put the glass back on is nearly impossible.
I wouldn't really recommend trying it, to be honest. It's an inordinately tedious job.
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Sell or send me your vintage Mac things if you don't want them.
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Originally Posted by shifuimam 
It's possible, but de-dusting the LCD to put the glass back on is nearly impossible.
That does indeed sound very tedious 
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The HD temp sensor on the oem drive might play havoc with your fans.
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Join Date: Apr 2001
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You would have to short the sensor to make the fan stay off. Not exactly something I would recommend.
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