Hi guys, does anyone know if it is possible to upgrade the 1 Gbit ethernet adapter on a 27" iMac 2020 with an adapter with 10 Gbit speed? (i.e., is the ethernet adapter replaceable or is it soldered onto the motherboard and irreplaceable?) Thanks in advance.
iMac 27″, macOS 11.3
Yes, I know. It's not possible. The port is part of the main logic board as you know so you would need to replace the complete main logic board. At the very least any attempt at a modification would likely fail and void the warranty.
Yes, I know. It's not possible. The port is part of the main logic board as you know so you would need to replace the complete main logic board. At the very least any attempt at a modification would likely fail and void the warranty.
This image from iFixit shows the ethernet port integral with the logic board:
If you bought directly from Apple in the last 14 days, you can do a no-questions-asked return and get another iMac 27 with optional 10GB/sec connectivity:
Thank you!
Thank you!
Your welcome and thank you to Allan Jones for providing graphics to illustrate the point.
Looks like we were typing at the same time. I'll always be the slow one!
Yup, and I was thinking the same thing about myself.
Replacing 1 Gbit Ethernet adapter with 10 Gbit on iMac 27" 2020
