How tough to upgrade the the hard drive in early 2009 iMac 24"

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How tough to upgrade the the hard drive in early 2009 iMac 24"

I have an early 2009 iMac 24" with 8gb ram and the 2.66 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor. I would like to continue using it for a while. I know I am maxed out with the ram. I was thinking about trying to replace the HD with theCrucial MX500 500GB SATA 2.5" 7mm (with 9.5mm adapter) Internal SSD

CT500MX500SSD1. I replaced the HD in my Macbook Pro 2 years ago and it made a big difference. The iMac is older and I understand that it is much tougher to upgrade. Any thoughts?

iMac, 10.11

Posted on Feb 14, 2019 11:47 AM

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den.thed

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Feb 14, 2019 12:12 PM in response to Richard Declue

There are all sorts of upgrade options, kits and guides out for early iMac's.

https://eshop.macsales.com/shop/apple/memory/iMac

https://www.ifixit.com/Device/iMac_Intel

Personally I always look to OWC and iFixit when sizing up a DIY project.

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rkaufmann87

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Feb 14, 2019 12:16 PM in response to Richard Declue

Actually I think Dennis intended this link to OWC's instructional video:

https://eshop.macsales.com/installvideos/imac_24_0708e09_hd/iMac9-1-24/

You will need adapters as the SSD is a 2.5" and the old HD is a 3.5" and you will need their tool kit and cable. It is best to call OWC and speak to them. I would also STRONGLY recommend you use their SSDs.

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