Introduction
iFixit’s SSD enclosure allows you to repurpose a factory-installed Mac SSD as a portable external drive. Follow this guide to learn how to install your SSD into the enclosure.
If you still need to complete your SSD upgrade, find your Mac and look for the SSD Replacement guide.
Note: These enclosures are designed to be used with factory-installed Mac Solid State Drives, and will not work with other PCIe replacement drives and adapters, including OWC Aura Pro drives.
What you need
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Carefully insert your Mac OEM SSD as shown, with the golden contact pads below the connector pins facing upward.
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Slide the SSD sled into the metal enclosure, SSD connector end first.
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Place the port cover plate onto the end of the enclosure, aligning the USB-C port with its cutout.
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The drive is now ready to be connected to your computer with either of the included USB cables.
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