May I replace the power supply of iMac model A1225 with one from model A1419?

A friend's iMac model A1225 blew its power supply at start; you could see the smoke and smell the blown capacitors. (read somewhere that some units had poor capacitors, and I guess so!)


Rather than replace the capacitors, may I replace the power supply of iMac model A1225 with one from model A1419?


Where might I find internal pictures / directions, etc. on how to do this? ( I have medium to high tech skill)


Thank you for any replies!

iMac 27″, macOS 15.3

Posted on Feb 13, 2025 12:17 PM

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Posted on Feb 13, 2025 12:30 PM

The bottom line? No, you cannot directly replace the power supply from an iMac A1225 (24-inch, 2007-2009) with one from an iMac A1419 (27-inch, 2012-2020). The two models have completely different power supply units (PSUs) in terms of size, voltage output, pin configuration, and overall compatibility ... so, your only available options would be to either:

  • Get a replacement A1225 power supply, or
  • Replace the damaged components of the existing power supply, or
  • Have your friend consider replacing this obsolete Mac.


Where you should be able to find repair guides

  • iFixit: Search for "iMac A1225 power supply replacement."
  • YouTube: Many repair techs have teardown videos of the iMac A1225.
  • Apple Forums & MacRumors: Check for threads discussing power supply repairs.


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Feb 13, 2025 12:30 PM in response to JoeJobs

The bottom line? No, you cannot directly replace the power supply from an iMac A1225 (24-inch, 2007-2009) with one from an iMac A1419 (27-inch, 2012-2020). The two models have completely different power supply units (PSUs) in terms of size, voltage output, pin configuration, and overall compatibility ... so, your only available options would be to either:

  • Get a replacement A1225 power supply, or
  • Replace the damaged components of the existing power supply, or
  • Have your friend consider replacing this obsolete Mac.


Where you should be able to find repair guides

  • iFixit: Search for "iMac A1225 power supply replacement."
  • YouTube: Many repair techs have teardown videos of the iMac A1225.
  • Apple Forums & MacRumors: Check for threads discussing power supply repairs.


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