SSD Build-To-Order Options At The Apple Store
04/17/09 22:31
Although limited to three models: The MacBook Air, the Unibody MacBook and MacBook Pro line - the Apple Store Online
now offers 128GB and 256GB SATA SSD drives as a build-to-order option. Prices are rather steep to say the least.
And these prices are inconsistent: Depending on exactly which Mac and which model - Build-To-Order at the Apple Store charges as little as $300 to choose a 128GB SSD to as much as $825 to add a 256GB flash drive. On higher-end Macs, Apple has more leeway in margins to alter prices on a per-Mac basis. On lower-end models, the cost of the SSD is higher. On higher end models the same size SSD option is priced lower. Go figure.
For some, the peace of mind, and value right out of the box may make that included SSD option worth it. It's easy to say Apple's solid-state storage upgrade prices are anywhere from high to outright outrageous. But when time is money - and given how dramatically faster SSD drives can make your Mac - a flash drive option may pay for itself... in no time flat
And these prices are inconsistent: Depending on exactly which Mac and which model - Build-To-Order at the Apple Store
For some, the peace of mind, and value right out of the box may make that included SSD option worth it. It's easy to say Apple's solid-state storage upgrade prices are anywhere from high to outright outrageous. But when time is money - and given how dramatically faster SSD drives can make your Mac - a flash drive option may pay for itself... in no time flat
Solid-State Flash Drive Upgrades for Mac Computers
04/11/09 23:00
Depending on the model of Mac you may already own - a replacement upgrade to SSD for your disk drive may be a simple DIY drive swap done in a few minutes, or a grueling Leave-It-To-A-Qualifed-Tech to properly disassemble and upgrade your Mac desktop or laptop to a solid-state drive.
For Model-Specific DIY Upgrade Info - See:
MacBook SSD DIY | Intel Mini SSD DIY | 3.5" Pro and iMac SSD DIY
Apple tends to have little middle ground: Sometimes they opt for end-user serviceable parts and easy access designs - and at other times (Such as in the Aluminum iMacs or Mac mini) require painstaking procedures. Recently -- as with the Uni-Body Apple MacBook + MacBook Pro family
- and Pro Towers -- even Apple is finding their support and service infrastructure benefits from easy to access hard drives. And such designs make their customers slightly happier about long-term ownership.
For Model-Specific DIY Upgrade Info - See:
MacBook SSD DIY | Intel Mini SSD DIY | 3.5" Pro and iMac SSD DIY
Apple tends to have little middle ground: Sometimes they opt for end-user serviceable parts and easy access designs - and at other times (Such as in the Aluminum iMacs or Mac mini) require painstaking procedures. Recently -- as with the Uni-Body Apple MacBook + MacBook Pro family
- and Pro Towers -- even Apple is finding their support and service infrastructure benefits from easy to access hard drives. And such designs make their customers slightly happier about long-term ownership.