I know that it is extremely hard to get to the memory and hard drive on the latest iMac (ungluing screen, etc). I've always thought iMacs were hard to upgrade and have never done one myself. I have used authorized Apple repair shops to do upgrades, so my warranty has never been voided.
Is that possible? Could I go to one of those shops, have the HD upgraded to a 3TB drive and get some more RAM in there without voiding the warranty? Has anyone attempted this?
Thanks!
How long have you had the new model iMac?
I think I found the answer from this page for the RAM:
The memory DIMMs for iMac (21.5-inch, Late 2012) computers are not user-accessible. Visit an Apple Retail Store or Apple Authorized Service Provider if you need to replace your iMac (21.5-inch, Late 2012) computer's DRAM.
Purchased in Jan 2013, I purchased from the previous owner yesterday.
I may be wrong, but even if it's do-able I'm pretty sure you'll invalidate your warranty, especially if it's not done by Apple - and I imagine Apple wouldn't do it. Catch 22.
From what I've read as regards feasibilty of actually doing the upgrades it's a case of 'don't even think about it'.
If you want a Mac with a different spec, and you've got one of the new 21.5 inchers, you'd do better to sell it and buy anew to the spec you want.
I think as long as you take it in to an Apple Store for parts replacements or an Apple authorized reseller/repair center, I think this will not void the AppleCare warranty.
I believe the warranty will be voided if you open up the iMac, yourself, and attempt to replace the RAM and hard drive, yourself.
You will have to go there with your requests and ask to make sure it won't void the AppleCare warranty.
Of course, you'll have tp pay for these RAM and hard drive upgrades, yourself. This is not considered a repair or failed part in the iMac.
You will have to ask someone at an Apple store, probably at the Genius Bar about this, as I am not 100 percent about this.
Message was edited by: MichelPM
This is probably true, but if the Apple says the authorized guys can do it without voiding the warranty, then I might give it a go.
I've done it with previous iMacs and always had great success. This is the first time with a glued screen though.
No harm in asking them. Be interested to know what they say. Perhaps you could let us know how it goes as it would be usful information. Thanks.
Will do. Just realized the largest 2.5" hard drive right now is a 1TB (that will fit), so I won't be able to get the 3TB I was seeking anyway.
what is the update? did the apple store upgrade the ram for you?
Thanks..
Upgrade 2012 iMac 21.5" RAM
