Adding SSD

[rolive86]

Hi! can i add an SSD to a MacBook Pro
Model A1278 ?

If not... can i load osx using an ssd as an external disk?

Thanks In advance

 

[MightyGem]

Hi! can i add an SSD to a MacBook Pro
Model A1278 ?

Yes, by replacing the Superdrive, or the original drive.

https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=How+To+Add+Second+A+SSD+to+Replace+Optical+Drive+15%22+MacBook+Pro+2012

 

[rolive86]

Yes, by replacing the Superdrive, or the original drive.

https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=How+To+Add+Second+A+SSD+to+Replace+Optical+Drive+15%22+MacBook+Pro+2012

Thanks a lot!!!!

 

[NSMacGuru]

I've always found the iFixit guides to be excellent for these DIY projects:

MacBook Unibody Model A1278 Hard Drive Replacement

When replacing your hard drive, you must transfer the Torx screws from the old drive to the new one.

www.ifixit.com