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Hi, my 2014 Mini Mac is slowing down, so I first thought of buying a new 2018 model. Then I thought an external SSD drive would be sufficient. My questions are: is that true? Can I connect an SSD drive to the old Mac? If the answers are yes, any suggestions and recommendations in regard to model, size, etc. would be much appreciated. Thanks.
Mac mini, macOS 10.12
Yes, it's probably good idea. My Mac Mini (Late 2012) is working much better with SSD rather than with HDD that I had before.
Exact model of my SSD is Western Digital Green SSD 240GB 2.5" SATA 3.
You may get one with more or less capacity depends on your needs.
Yes, it's probably good idea. My Mac Mini (Late 2012) is working much better with SSD rather than with HDD that I had before.
Exact model of my SSD is Western Digital Green SSD 240GB 2.5" SATA 3.
You may get one with more or less capacity depends on your needs.
Thanks for your reply and confirming this. I will check out that SSD drive.
Does it matter if the SSD is external or internal? I just want to speed up my Mac, not use it for storing data. If internal, is it easy to install it? Thanks.
Internal would be better as the connection would be faster.
Good to know. Thanks!
SSD vs. new Mac
