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iMac Intel 21.5" EMC 2428
Type
replacement
Thing
Hard Drive
Title
iMac Intel 21.5" EMC 2428 Hard Drive Replacement
Introduction
Upgrade your hard drive for an increase in storage space.
This guide also includes steps to upgrade your iMac's hard drive with a SSD. It describes how to install the SSD's temperature sensor so that the Mac's fans will operate at the correct speed.
'''Before beginning any work on your iMac: '''Unplug the computer and press and hold the power button for ten seconds to discharge the power supply's capacitors.
'''Be very careful''' not to touch the capacitor leads or any exposed solder joints on the back of the power supply.
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Difficulty
Moderate
Conclusion
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
Author
Walter Galan
Public
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  • iMac Intel 21.5" and 27" (Mid 2011) SSD Upgrade Kit x1 (featured) added.
  • Universal Drive Adapter x1 Requires you buy this cable added.
  • iMac Intel 21.5" EMC 2428 Upper Hard Drive Bracket x1 added.

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