Installing MacBook Unibody Model A1342 Dual Hard Drive
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Use this guide to install a second hard drive in place of the optical drive.
- Author: Jake Devincenzi
- Difficulty: Moderate
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There are many benefits to adding a second hard drive to your laptop such as improved speeds, greater storage space, and less heartache when installing new software. Use this guide to install one using our optical bay hard drive enclosure.
Sections
- Lower Case 2 steps
- Battery 1 step
- Rear Vent 3 steps
- Optical Drive 9 steps
- Optical Drive Replacement 2 steps
- Dual Hard Drive 6 steps
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Step 2
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The lower case is constructed of rubber-coated aluminum. Do not excessively bend the aluminum during removal, as any permanent deformation will cause tolerance issues after reassembly.
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Slightly lift the lower case near the vent opening.
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Continue running your fingers between the lower and upper cases until the upper case pops off its retaining clips.
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The location of these three clips is shown in the third picture.
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Step 3
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Battery
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For precautionary purposes, we advise that you disconnect the battery connector from the logic board to avoid any electrical discharge. This step is optional and is not required.
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Use the flat end of a spudger to lift the battery connector up out of its socket on the logic board.
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It may be easier to use your fingernails to lift up on both sides of the connector.
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