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Apple Computing Products:
macOS - Desktop Hardware
Late 2009 iMac - Need to replace hard drive, unique problem!
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<blockquote data-quote="chscag" data-source="post: 1424950" data-attributes="member: 46727"><p>I know the 2010 and 2011 iMacs are fitted with hard drives that use a special heat sensor and cable - connector, but was not aware of any restrictions for the 2009 model. Where did you read that you need the same hard drive to replace the one that's defective? </p><p></p><p>If it's because of the heat sensor on the original hard drive, that sensor can be removed and placed on the new one. I don't think it matters if the drive is of a different brand - model.</p><p></p><p>You might wish to consult with the step by step instructions for replacing the drive which are given at the ifixit web site. <a href="http://www.ifixit.com" target="_blank">iFixit: The free repair manual</a></p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="chscag, post: 1424950, member: 46727"] I know the 2010 and 2011 iMacs are fitted with hard drives that use a special heat sensor and cable - connector, but was not aware of any restrictions for the 2009 model. Where did you read that you need the same hard drive to replace the one that's defective? If it's because of the heat sensor on the original hard drive, that sensor can be removed and placed on the new one. I don't think it matters if the drive is of a different brand - model. You might wish to consult with the step by step instructions for replacing the drive which are given at the ifixit web site. [url=http://www.ifixit.com]iFixit: The free repair manual[/url] [/QUOTE]
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