Can I remove the SS harddrive from 2011macbook pro and connect it by USB as an external drive for my new macbook pro 16. 2011 has high sierra and 2019 has catalina.
MacBook Pro 16″, macOS 10.15
An a example of a 'bare wire kit' (avoids, or to use instead of enclosure)
for an external drive to connect and have independent power, & data;
~ an idea presented as "universal drive adapter USB bare wire adapter."
(Includes power adapter, wires, and various connectors to be flexible..
This one goes by name NewerTech universal drive adapter from OWC.
..Online manual shows product & parts, with instructions in PDF.)
Can be also useful to run full-system clone; to power up external OS.
Also works to consider, while making due with other workarounds.
Good luck & happy trails!
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At some stage Apple did start installing custom fit SSDs but I think your model predates those. In fact yours originally came with a HDD.
Sorry to say, I am using El Capitan, my old memory is very faulty but your reply caused me to look... and yes El Capitan....I guess that is a problem?
Harddrive from old computer as external drive for new computer
