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Hello,
I’ve replaced my original 128 GB m.2 had in my MacBook Air 2017. The new hdd is not Apple Original, but I’ve used an adapter.
But when I am going to re-install MacOS, the hdd is not to be found in utility manger.. any idea why?
MacBook Air
just replaced the battery to a brand new one, but after 1 hour and 10 min teams call with camera on, my MacBook was drained to 54%. It was 100% when the teams call started.
The battery is another non user-serviceable component. If you serviced it yourself with a third-party counterfeit battery, you should contact Apple for an official repair: Apple Support.
From Apple:
Beware of counterfeit parts
Some counterfeit and third party power adapters and batteries may not be designed properly and could result in safety issues. To ensure you receive a genuine Apple battery during a battery replacement, we recommend visiting an Apple Store or Apple Authorized Service Provider. If you need a replacement adapter to charge your Apple device, we recommend getting an Apple power adapter.
Also non-genuine replacement displays may have compromised visual quality and may fail to work correctly. Apple-certified screen repairs are performed by trusted experts who use genuine Apple parts.
Jack
Hello!
The SSD in MacBook Air (13-inch, 2017) is not user-upgradable, so any attempt at a user modification may not work or be compatible.
If you need additional storage, using an external SSD to store large files would be a wise way to increase storage capacity.
Jack
Hi Jack-19,
Thanks for the fast reply.
do you have any documentation for that MacBook Air 2017 is not upgradeable?
Caused I’ve bought this adapter from vendor, who said that this is possible.. so I’ll like to return this adapter then.
Br
Bo Pedersen
do you have any documentation for that MacBook Air 2017 is not upgradeable?
Caused I’ve bought this adapter from vendor, who said that this is possible.. so I’ll like to return this adapter then.
You purchased an internal SSD upgrade, right (not external)?
Jack
Okay I see, do you have any links that document that?
From the MacBook Air page on Apple.com in 2017:
Please note that the storage is built into the computer, so if you think you’ll need additional storage capacity in the future, it’s important to upgrade at the time of purchase.
Also, there isn't any documentation from Apple Support on any user-upgrades for MacBook Air, which there would be for a user-upgradable component.
Jack
HvepseBo wrote:
Okay.. but how was I able to switch the m.2 disk then? Used the adapter that I’ve purchased. When I get home, I can send you an picture of the original disk, that I’ve replaced.
Your Mac was simply not designed for these modifications. That's why you needed this "adapter" for this unsupported modification.
Okay, thanks a million.
Could I ask you another question:
just replaced the battery to a brand new one, but after 1 hour and 10 min teams call with camera on, my MacBook was drained to 54%. It was 100% when the teams call started.
I was expecting to last longer to be honest .
HvepseBo wrote:
Yes, an M.2 internal disk 256 GB.
Yes, it is not user upgradable. You need to revert to your previous system configuration.
Yes, an M.2 internal disk 256 GB.
Okay I see, do you have any links that document that?
then I’ll call the vendor on Monday.
thanks you very much Jack
Okay.. but how was I able to switch the m.2 disk then? Used the adapter that I’ve purchased. When I get home, I can send you an picture of the original disk, that I’ve replaced.
Hi Jack,
actually this was changed by refurb shop called Bluecity.
So I am expecting that it has been replaced properly.
is there any way to disclose if it’s a genuine Apple battery?
MacBook Air 2017 - replacement of hdd with adapter
